Dear gorgeous readers, Stories often paint resistance in bold, heroic colors. The rebel stands against tyranny. The oppressed rise up. Freedom triumphs. But reality — and the world of Attack on Planet Falrus — is rarely that simple. On Falrus, civilians live under the constant presence of an occupying force. Patrol ships drift silently in the sky. Curfews dictate daily life. Conversations are whispered, because even a careless word can attract unwanted attention. In this kind of world,...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Dear gorgeous readers, Long before books existed, stories travelled by voice. They moved from fireside to fireside, village to village, carried not by ink but by memory. Across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas, storytellers were the living libraries of their people. Empires rose. Languages changed. Borders moved. But the stories survived. Why? Because oral storytelling was never just entertainment. It was a survival system for culture. Myths carried history, moral codes, and...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Dear health-conscious friends, Most vitamin deficiencies don’t announce themselves loudly. They creep in slowly, with subtle symptoms that many people dismiss as stress, aging, or simply “one of those things.” But sometimes your body is quietly asking for help. Here are a few silent warning signs of common vitamin deficiencies that are easy to miss. Constant fatigue If you feel tired even after a good night’s sleep, low levels of vitamin B12, iron, or vitamin D could be the culprit. These...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Dear gorgeous readers, StoryPlanet is evolving — and if you’ve noticed a new look on the channel, you’re seeing the beginning of something bigger. From the very start, StoryPlanet was created to bring stories back to life — stories that carry wisdom, wonder, and imagination across cultures and generations. Now, the channel is becoming a true home for three worlds that belong together. 🕷️ The Wisdom of Anansi Anansi stories remain at the heart of StoryPlanet. These clever tales from West...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Dear health-conscious friends, What if I told you medieval doctors accidentally discovered treatments we still use today? Yes — alongside the questionable potions and superstition, some medieval cures actually worked… and modern science has confirmed why. From garlic that fights bacteria to honey that heals wounds, people hundreds of years ago sometimes stumbled onto real medicine — even without understanding germs or chemistry. Here are four medieval remedies that sound strange… but were...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Dear health-conscious friends, Have you ever felt a sudden sharp pain — in your chest, side, head, or abdomen — only for it to vanish seconds later? It’s surprisingly common, and in most cases, it’s not a sign of anything serious. These brief pains are often caused by muscles, nerves, or tiny spasms in the body’s tissues. A quick movement, a change in posture, stress, or even trapped gas can trigger a sudden jolt of discomfort that disappears just as quickly as it came. One well-known example...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Dear gorgeous readers, What if science fiction isn’t really about the future — but about the past repeating itself? In many sci-fi stories, we see powerful civilizations arriving on distant worlds, claiming resources, reshaping cultures, and rewriting history. These stories feel futuristic, yet the themes are deeply familiar. They echo real moments from human history — especially the colonial experiences across Africa. In Attack on Planet Falrus, colonization isn’t just a backdrop. It becomes...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Dear health-conscious friends, I wanted to talk about this, because I had a patient who had this exact problem this week. So I went researching this topic to understand better how to advise her. And I am so glad I did! So much information about this topic since I left medical school :) If you’ve ever coughed up a small, white lump that smells absolutely terrible, you’ve likely encountered a tonsil stone. They’re surprisingly common, often harmless, and one of the most frequent hidden causes...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Dear gorgeous readers, In many West African folktales, strength does not belong to the biggest animal. It belongs to the cleverest mind. At the center of these stories stands Anansi, the small spider who repeatedly defeats enemies far larger, faster, and stronger than himself. This idea—known as the Anansi Principle—teaches one of the most powerful lessons in storytelling and in life: wit can overcome brute force. Anansi is never the strongest creature in the forest. He cannot outrun Leopard....
about 1 month ago • 2 min read