Tag Archives: China

Special Rice

Posted on February 3, 2016 by EagleAye

Photo by: Erin Leary Vance looked over the grain field. “I hate the way China is outproducing the U.S. in so many industries. So I’m doing my patriotic duty. I started growing this special rice.” Beside him, Edgar said, “What’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged China, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Patriotic, Rice, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction | 30 Comments

Blowing Bubbles – Sunday Photo Fiction

Posted on September 23, 2014 by EagleAye

Written for Sunday Photo Fiction. A story, about the beginning of the Third War, begins after the photo. Genre: Science Fiction/Humor Blowing Bubbles They floated down from the skies, like soap bubbles on an enormous scale. Most were as big … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Beijing, Blowing Bubbles, China, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Moscow, Nuclear War, Russia, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story | 9 Comments

The Chain Writing Game v2: Episode 11

Posted on January 5, 2014 by EagleAye

The Chain Writing Game continues with week 2! Kerrie’s fabulous writing game starts here: http://kerrieanns.wordpress.com/2014/01/04/chain-writing-game-week-2-episode-1 Previous episodes are all available here: Episode 11 “Where the hell is Helen?” boomed Director Martinez. He glared at the giant screen displaying satellite paths. … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Action, Chain Writing Game, China, Flash Fiction, Hunter-Killer Satellite, Japan, Pacific, Short Fiction, Short Story, Suspense, X-37B | 20 Comments

Advancement – Flash! Friday

Posted on December 6, 2013 by EagleAye

Written for Flash! Friday. This is my first fiction for this challenge. A story where the old meets the new begins after the image. Genre: Urban Fantasy Advancement “Be honest, Quan. You desire to replace me one day!” raged Minister … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Advancement, Chao-feng, China, Dragon, Elder, Flash Fiction, Gardens, Short Fiction, Short Story, Urban Fantasy | 8 Comments

China’s Philippines Relief Surpassed By Lady’s Knitting Committee

Posted on November 17, 2013 by EagleAye

TACLOBAN, PHILIPPINES – The world watched as the Philippines was devastated by Super-Typhoon Haiyan. Yet in the wake of the destruction many countries have stepped in to help. According to a BBC article, donations have been offered like these: The … Continue reading →

Posted in Asia, Geo-Politics, Uncategorized, World | Tagged China, Contribution, Faux News, Funny, George Washington Carrier, Haiyan, Humiliation, Humor, IKEA, News, Philippines, Relief, Satire, Strippers, Tacloban | 9 Comments

Here in America – Alastair’s Photo Fiction

Posted on September 30, 2013 by EagleAye

Written for Alastair’s Photo Fiction. Story begins after the photo. Genre: Spy Fiction/Humor Word Count: 250 Here in America Ryan gestured at the building across the street from the cafe. “And that ugly behemoth is the headquarters for America’s newest … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Alastair Forbes, Bomb, China, Covert Operations, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Intelligence Agency, Intelligence Operations, Photo Fiction, Satire, Short Fiction, Short Story | 20 Comments

NSA Whistleblower, Right to Privacy, and…China?

Posted on June 10, 2013 by EagleAye

A Momus News Editorial By E.A. Wicklund There’s much in the news lately about NSA whistleblower, Edward Snowden. He worked with a program code-named PRISM, that allegedly snoops on the conversations of private American citizens. The notion of PRISM was … Continue reading →

Posted in Geo-Politics, Interesting People | Tagged China, Editorial, Edward Snowden, Extradition, Freedom of Press, Funny, GC HQ, Guardian, Humor, Humorous News, Invasion of Privacy, Joke, Lampoon, News, NSA, PRISM, Satire, Whistleblower | 37 Comments

The Great Mistake – Alastair’s Photo Fiction – 05-05-13

Posted on May 5, 2013 by EagleAye

Each week, Alastair Forbes presents image for a writing prompt. The goal is to write a 150 word or less short story based upon the picture. Anyone is invited to join this group of intrepid writers. Please visit Alastair’s page … Continue reading →

Posted in Asia, Science, Short Fiction, United States | Tagged Asia, China, Dark Future, Dystopian, Economic Crash, Electric Cars, Flash Fiction, Oil, Refinery, Short Fiction, Short Story, Technology, Tourism, Writing | 19 Comments

Animals: The New Arms Race

Posted on March 2, 2013 by EagleAye

LONDON, UK – An arms race grips the world even as ever more powerful weapons emerge. This new race isn’t about stealth technology or more powerful explosives. It’s about animals. Since time immemorial, military units have kept mascots and perhaps … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Interesting People, Military | Tagged Animals, Canada, China, Entertainment News, Funny, Goat, Humor, humour, Iran, Military, Moose, News, Penguin, Satire, Spoof, William Windsor | 9 Comments

China claims Moon

Posted on February 21, 2013 by EagleAye

BEIJING – In a surprise move that stunned Western analysts, China has claimed the Moon. During an outdoor press conference featuring brightly colored banners and elegant displays, Ministry of Foreign Affairs official, Luo Jian Guo, made the announcement to an … Continue reading →