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The Supportive Husband – Friday Fictioneers

Written for the Friday Fictioneers. A story about positive changes begins after the photo. Genre: Urban Fantasy/Humor The Supportive Husband As Annette wandered through the rummage sale. “Oh Lester! A 1959 Bimaldi lamp.” “Another lamp?,” groaned Lester. She picked it … Continue reading

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North Korea Photo Editing, Again

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – The “Hermit Kingdom” of North Korea has a long history of building larger-than-life impressions out of it’s leaders. This, by itself is not unusual. Many nations commonly portray their leaders as strong, powerful men. The US … Continue reading

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Mesmerizing Power of Pets Found: Scientist Missing

For years, biologist Dr. Jorge Martinez studied the curious mesmerizing effect of cats and dogs. He wondered at the source of the curiously strong inter-species bond between Humans and their pets. Ever wondered at how a dog can gaze up … Continue reading

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Saving Martin

“I told him not to do it,” said Tina. “I told him it was dangerous, but would he listen? Nooo!” “How did he get there in the first place?” Asked Karen. “He got help from Jerry and Lester and their … Continue reading

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Iran Photoshop Chief Quits. Joins Alternative Metal Band

LOS ANGELES, CA – It started as an Iranian national scare when Najib Halabi, Iran’s Chief of Photoshop Corrections, suddenly disappeared. Iran accused Israel of assassinating him and having proof. Israel refused to confirm or deny any involvement. After weeks … Continue reading

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Man Claims St. Patrick’s Day Hinders Drinking

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Long time veteran drinker, Ciaran O’Shea sits in a corner of The Plough and Stars on Saint Patrick’s Day, and sulks. “It happens like this every year,” grouses 63-year old O’Shea. “All these children, that couldn’t … Continue reading

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Giant Mosquitos and Tall Tales

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL – A giant mosquito, known as the Gallinipper, is expected to infest this Florida county this year. These goliath blood-suckers, called “Gallinipper” because it can nip a gallon of blood, are 20 times larger than their … Continue reading

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The Teleporting Cat

GREEN RIVER, WY – James Standish claims that his cat, Mr. Green, can teleport. We traveled to this land of big mountains and bigger skies to see if it was true. We sat with Standish is his humble yet comfortable … Continue reading

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New Zealand Criticized: Least Corrupt Country

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – A recent report, released by Transparency International, lists New Zealand as tied with Finland and Denmark as the least politically corrupt nations on Earth. Since the report, New Zealand has drawn an intense political backlash for … Continue reading

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First Overweight North Korean in 30 Years Sighted

LANGLEY, VA – Satellite controllers were stunned this morning by an improbable sight: an overweight North Korean. Analysts spent hours pouring over photographs and carefully studying data points to insure what they saw could possibly be true. In the end, … Continue reading

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