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Hauntings

Most Haunted Places in Mexico: A Spooky Tour of the Country’s Most Ghostly Sites

Most Haunted Places in Mexico: A Spooky Tour of the Country’s Most Ghostly Sites

Mexico is a country rich in history and culture, with a long and complex past that includes ancient civilizations, colonialism, and revolution. Along with this rich history, Mexico also has a reputation for being one of the most haunted countries in ...

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:22:41 +0000
Last Words of Edgar Allen Poe: Unraveling the Mystery

Last Words of Edgar Allen Poe: Unraveling the Mystery

Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, poet, and literary critic, who is widely considered as a central figure in American Romanticism. His works are known for their dark themes, vivid imagery, and complex characters. Poe’s life was marked by ...

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:20:27 +0000
The Haunting at Corregidor Island: A Ghostly History of the Philippines’ Iconic Landmark

The Haunting at Corregidor Island: A Ghostly History of the Philippines’ Iconic Landmark

Corregidor Island, also known as “The Rock,” is a small island located at the entrance of Manila Bay in the Philippines. During World War II, the island was a strategic military location that saw intense fighting between Japanese and Amer...

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:43:27 +0000
Last Words of Timothy McVeigh: Reflections on the Oklahoma City Bombing

Last Words of Timothy McVeigh: Reflections on the Oklahoma City Bombing

Timothy McVeigh was an American domestic terrorist who perpetrated the Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995, which killed 168 people and injured hundreds more. McVeigh was convicted and sentenced to death for his crimes, and he was executed by let...

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:16:27 +0000
Last Words of Ted Bundy: What Did the Infamous Serial Killer Say Before His Execution?

Last Words of Ted Bundy: What Did the Infamous Serial Killer Say Before His Execution?

Ted Bundy was one of the most notorious serial killers in American history, responsible for the murders of at least 30 young women and girls in the 1970s. After years of eluding authorities, Bundy was finally caught, convicted, and sentenced to death...

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:11:26 +0000
Last Words of John Wayne Gacy: Revealed and Analyzed

Last Words of John Wayne Gacy: Revealed and Analyzed

John Wayne Gacy, also known as the “Killer Clown,” was one of the most notorious serial killers in American history. He was convicted of raping and murdering 33 young men and boys between 1972 and 1978 in the Chicago area. Gacy was senten...

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:06:56 +0000
The Werewolf Trials: Europe’s Lesser-Known Witch Trials

The Werewolf Trials: Europe’s Lesser-Known Witch Trials

The witch trials of Europe are infamous, with the Salem witch trials in America being perhaps the most well-known. However, there were many other witch trials that took place throughout Europe, and one of the lesser-known types of trials were those i...

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:33:16 +0000
Can Dogs Detect Ghosts? The Truth Behind This Myth

Can Dogs Detect Ghosts? The Truth Behind This Myth

Dogs have been known for their exceptional sense of smell and hearing, which makes them a popular choice for various types of jobs, including search and rescue, therapy, and even law enforcement. However, there is a growing interest in whether dogs c...

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 06:58:47 +0000
The Ghost of Jeffrey Dahmer

The Ghost of Jeffrey Dahmer

Ah, Jeffrey Dahmer, the man whose name alone sends a chill down the spines of even the most hardened true crime aficionados. This notorious serial killer, who took the lives of 17 young men, also dabbled in cannibalism and necrophilia. Now, it seems,...

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:42:43 +0000
What Were the Last Words of Gary Gilmore: A Look into the Infamous Execution

What Were the Last Words of Gary Gilmore: A Look into the Infamous Execution

Gary Gilmore was a notorious criminal who gained national attention in the late 1970s when he was sentenced to death for murder. His case became even more infamous when he refused to appeal his sentence, stating that he wanted to be executed as soon ...

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:42:36 +0000
What were the Last Words of Eileen Wuornos: A Look into the Infamous Serial Killer’s Final Moments

What were the Last Words of Eileen Wuornos: A Look into the Infamous Serial Killer’s Final Moments

Eileen Wuornos was one of America’s most notorious serial killers, who was convicted of killing seven men in Florida between 1989 and 1990. Her life and crimes have been the subject of numerous books, documentaries, and movies. One question tha...

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:34:08 +0000
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Haunted Places

In the Middle of Somewhere

In the Middle of Somewhere

Where are you? Two friends texted, separately, within an hour of each other. Western Nebraska, I said. So you're in the middle of nowhere, both of them wrote back. I really paused. I had flown into Denver and taken a nine-seater plane to Allianc...

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400
The Fight to Save Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

The Fight to Save Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast apps. Kelly McEvers: Gina Geffrard has a very specific memory about the first time she encountered the place we’re talking about today. Gina Geffrard: In 2019, I filmed an...

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:41:00 -0400
Kobe Muslim Mosque in Kobe, Japan

Kobe Muslim Mosque in Kobe, Japan

A major international port of post-feudal Japan, the city of Kobe was one of the first to welcome foreign visitors to the country. Soon, a sizeable foreigner district developed in the Kitano area of the city, which remains today as its main tourist a...

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400
Leigh’s Favorite Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Leigh’s Favorite Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Leigh Myers’ signature cookies are crispy on the edges, tender in the center, and jazzed up with spicy nuts. Ingredients 1 1/2 cup (200 grams) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 16 tablespoon...

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:50:00 -0400
Wyoming, and What Happens When You Pull Over

Wyoming, and What Happens When You Pull Over

I had not planned to stop in Pringle, South Dakota. We were driving west through the Black Hills to take a day trip to Wyoming when … I spotted it — a large sculpture made entirely of bicycles, welded together on the roadside outside of town, goi...

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400
ScareHouse Films

ScareHouse Films

Hi there Zach Baggins. You engage in extreme paranormal investigations, we create extreme haunted attractions. Now we see that you’re launched your very own film production company called SCAREHOUSE FILMS. So it looks like we’re both big ...

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 22:07:29 +0000
Route 66: The Mother Road

Route 66: The Mother Road

Since the early 1920s, when word first spread of a highway that would run from Chicago to Los Angeles, Route 66 has defined the American dream—symbolizing the country's sense of freedom, ingenuity, and continuous transformation. Join us as we drive...

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:11:00 -0400
Maria Theresa Thaler in Trieste, Italy

Maria Theresa Thaler in Trieste, Italy

Before the city of Trieste was annexed by Italy following World War I, it had been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire for several centuries, and it was during this earlier time period when Trieste became one of Europe’s notable commercial centers....

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400
Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda in Hong Kong

Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda in Hong Kong

Tsui Sing Lau, which translates to 'pagoda of the gathering stars', is a 13-meter tall, three storey, hexagonally shaped grey brick pagoda. Erected during the Hongwu period of the Ming dynasty (between 1368 - 1398), it was ordained as a monument in ...

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400
Bradford Industrial  Museum  in Bradford, England

Bradford Industrial Museum in Bradford, England

This museum is based at the former Moorside Mills textile factory (built 1874). Originally, only 2 stories the mill was extended upwards by 2 floors during the boom period of WW1  and in 1919 an impressive clock tower was added as a memorial to the ...

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Maputo, Mozambique

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Maputo, Mozambique

Standing proudly in central Maputo, this cathedral is impossible to miss with its luminous white facade and bold neoclassical design that gives it an almost sculpted, timeless feel. Its twin bell towers rise above the city, creating a calm visual anc...

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400
The House With No Story

The House With No Story

We picked Bloomington because of friends. A couple we'd been close with in New York moved there four years ago when she got a professorship at IU. We wanted to see them. They didn't have an agenda for the day, so I pulled up the Atlas Obscura app an...

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400
Wheeler Kilns in Pahrump, Nevada

Wheeler Kilns in Pahrump, Nevada

Smelting of metal ores requires carbon and high temperature to produce molten metal. Traditional smelting used charcoal, a carbon product made from widely available wood. Unsurprisingly, therefore, charcoal was used widely for smelting in the early d...

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400
The Deadites Return in ‘Evil Dead Burn’

The Deadites Return in ‘Evil Dead Burn’

The Evil Dead franchise is returning with the latest installment, Evil Dead Burn, hitting theaters on July 24th, 2026, and we are over the moon. What will Evil Dead... Read more » The post The Deadites Return in ‘Evil Dead Burn’ ap...

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:40:14 +0000
What the Light Knows

What the Light Knows

The first time it happened, my father had been dead for one week. My mother and I were in the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, in April, trying to do something with ourselves. We were walking an overlook with long views across the ridgelines when somet...

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:07:00 -0400
Nectar Soda

Nectar Soda

Though Cincinnati is best known for breweries, another effervescent beverage has a long history in the Queen City: the nectar soda. Home to the oldest pharmacy college in the U.S. west of the Alleghenies, the Eclectic Medical Institute (1845-1952), ...

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500
This Chef Is Redefining Cuban Comfort Food From a Kissimmee Food Truck

This Chef Is Redefining Cuban Comfort Food From a Kissimmee Food Truck

“All that we have learned has been, as we Cubans say, ‘a golpe.’” Amanda Melendez is explaining the success of her food truck in Kissimmee, Florida, and it’s quickly becoming clear that her popularity did not come by accident: It was forge...

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:23:00 -0400
A Visit from Hollywood Legends

A Visit from Hollywood Legends

ScareHouse attractions have hosted all kinds of famous faces over the last 20 years: Martin Lawrence, Elijah Wood, Kristin Stewart, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and even the Impractical Jokers… but as die-hard horror nerds, the most mind-blowing vi...

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:18:18 +0000
Vintage Haunted House Commercials

Vintage Haunted House Commercials

It’s time for some retro haunted history with this collection of vintage haunted house commercials from the 70s, 80s, and 90s! Featuring classic attractions like The Haunted Mansion at Long Branch, Brigantine Castle, Rocky Point Haunted House, and ...

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:03:35 +0000
Early Morning With the Devil

Early Morning With the Devil

In October 2024 friends from Pittsburgh Today Live took viewers inside both THE BASEMENT and THE CHIPPED FANG.  ScareHouse Creative Director Scott Simmons offered up a preview of The Basement while our make-up manager Sue Weill transformed a...

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 17:58:45 +0000
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Creepy News

Hollywood UFOs, Paranormal Activity, and Disclosure Day Strangeness

Hollywood UFOs, Paranormal Activity, and Disclosure Day Strangeness

The world may be on fire, but that’s why we’re up at 3am watching movie trailers and chasing ghosts. What’s been going on this week, anyway? Is Hollywood Taking UFOs Seriously Again? A new trailer for Steven Spielberg’s Disclo...

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
The Tumultuous Life Of John Gotti Jr., The Son Of Infamous Mob Boss John Gotti

The Tumultuous Life Of John Gotti Jr., The Son Of Infamous Mob Boss John Gotti

John "Junior" Gotti joined the Mafia in 1988, became the youngest capo in Gambino family history by the time he was 26, took over as acting boss in 1991 — and then walked away from it all. The post The Tumultuous Life Of John Gotti Jr., The Son Of ...

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000
Archaeologists In Germany Just Found A Completely Intact Notebook From The Middle Ages Among The Ruins Of A Latrine

Archaeologists In Germany Just Found A Completely Intact Notebook From The Middle Ages Among The Ruins Of A Latrine

Researchers haven't yet been able to decipher its ten pages' worth of cursive script written in Latin, but they suspect that the book may have once belonged to a merchant who could have simply dropped it in the latrine by accident. The post Archaeolo...

Wed, 13 May 2026 21:45:45 +0000
Inside The Old Bishop House, The Gilded Age Mansion Known As One Of Connecticut’s “Most Haunted Houses”

Inside The Old Bishop House, The Gilded Age Mansion Known As One Of Connecticut’s “Most Haunted Houses”

Located in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Old Bishop House was used for the 1971 horror film Let's Scare Jessica To Death" — and is now said to be haunted itself. The post Inside The Old Bishop House, The Gilded Age Mansion Known As One Of Connecticut&...

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:45:50 +0000
900 Bodies Have Been Trapped Inside The USS Arizona Since It Sank At Pearl Harbor — And Scientists Just Found That The Ship Is Still Leaking Oil

900 Bodies Have Been Trapped Inside The USS Arizona Since It Sank At Pearl Harbor — And Scientists Just Found That The Ship Is Still Leaking Oil

More than 80 years after the USS Arizona went down at Pearl Harbor, scientists confirmed that oil is still seeping up from the wreck. Now, this leak is raising urgent questions about thousands of other sunken ships around the world. The post 900 Bodi...

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:45:58 +0000
The Head-Scratching Mystery Behind The Green Children Of Woolpit

The Head-Scratching Mystery Behind The Green Children Of Woolpit

In at least two historical accounts, children with green skin appeared in the English village of Woolpit in the 12th century. But to this day, this strange tale continues to leave historians baffled. The post The Head-Scratching Mystery Behind The Gr...

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Meet The Biggest Bat In The World, The Golden-Crowned Flying Fox

Meet The Biggest Bat In The World, The Golden-Crowned Flying Fox

Endemic to the Philippines, the giant golden-crowned flying fox is a nocturnal creature that only eats fruit — but that doesn't make them any less terrifying. The post Meet The Biggest Bat In The World, The Golden-Crowned Flying Fox appeared first ...

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:16 +0000
Grigori Rasputin’s Mystical Rise And Brutal Death In Tsarist Russia

Grigori Rasputin’s Mystical Rise And Brutal Death In Tsarist Russia

Grigori Rasputin was a mystic and renegade monk who entranced the Romanovs — and ended up being assassinated in December 1916 for it. The post Grigori Rasputin’s Mystical Rise And Brutal Death In Tsarist Russia appeared first on All That&#039...

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000
The Life And Death Of Ramon Novarro, The Pioneering Silent Film Star Who Was Brutally Tortured And Murdered

The Life And Death Of Ramon Novarro, The Pioneering Silent Film Star Who Was Brutally Tortured And Murdered

A popular actor from the silent film era, Ramon Novarro was murdered in 1968 by two brothers that he'd hired as escorts. The post The Life And Death Of Ramon Novarro, The Pioneering Silent Film Star Who Was Brutally Tortured And Murdered appeared fi...

Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000
Two Roman-Era Infants Unearthed In England Were Found Wrapped In Cloth Colored By The Ancient World’s Most Expensive Dye

Two Roman-Era Infants Unearthed In England Were Found Wrapped In Cloth Colored By The Ancient World’s Most Expensive Dye

These infants were interred in York some 1,700 years ago, but who exactly they were and why they were buried with such expensive cloth remain a mystery. The post Two Roman-Era Infants Unearthed In England Were Found Wrapped In Cloth Colored By The An...

Wed, 06 May 2026 21:45:18 +0000
Why Was St. Christopher Depicted With The Head Of A Dog In Hundreds Of Historical Paintings?

Why Was St. Christopher Depicted With The Head Of A Dog In Hundreds Of Historical Paintings?

A viral TikTok is raising a question that has puzzled historians for centuries: Why does one of Christianity's most beloved saints appear with the head of a dog? The post Why Was St. Christopher Depicted With The Head Of A Dog In Hundreds Of Historic...

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:45:33 +0000
What Is The Motherboard Earth Theory?

What Is The Motherboard Earth Theory?

The Motherboard Earth Theory posits that our planet is, in a sense, a giant computer. The post What Is The Motherboard Earth Theory? appeared first on All That's Interesting.

Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:20 +0000
Blood Sport: Revisiting Traction… Er, Action, Park

Blood Sport: Revisiting Traction… Er, Action, Park

If you were compiling a list of things you may have experienced in your youth...

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:21:04 +0000
The Real Story Of Mormon Underwear, The Sacred Temple Garments Worn Day And Night By Members Of The LDS Church

The Real Story Of Mormon Underwear, The Sacred Temple Garments Worn Day And Night By Members Of The LDS Church

Mormon temple garments are meant to remind LDS members of their covenants with Christ and shield them from temptation and evil. Some Church members even claim the underwear has protected them from accidents. The post The Real Story Of Mormon Underwea...

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000
The Chilling Crimes Of Stephen McDaniel, The Murderer Who Gave Himself Away During An Interview On Live TV

The Chilling Crimes Of Stephen McDaniel, The Murderer Who Gave Himself Away During An Interview On Live TV

A few days after murdering Lauren Giddings, Stephen McDaniel posed as a concerned neighbor on the local news — but his charade crumbled when he learned from the reporter that her body had just been found. The post The Chilling Crimes Of Stephen McD...

Wed, 06 May 2026 14:00:52 +0000
Raoul Wallenberg, The Fearless Swedish Diplomat Who Saved 100,000 Jews During World War II

Raoul Wallenberg, The Fearless Swedish Diplomat Who Saved 100,000 Jews During World War II

While stationed in Budapest, Raoul Wallenberg did whatever he could to save Hungarian Jews from the horrors of the Holocaust — but he tragically disappeared just as World War II was coming to an end. The post Raoul Wallenberg, The Fearless Swedish ...

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000
The Ancient Order of Bali

The Ancient Order of Bali

The Ancient Order of Bali: In the 1970s, the Indonesian island of Bali went through a period of rapid change. Along the stunning beaches on the southern side of the island, tourism boomed. Parking lots were put up, together with swinging hot spots an...

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:37:22 +0000
An Ancient Roman Phallus Keepsake Was Just Found During Excavations At A Cricket Club In England

An Ancient Roman Phallus Keepsake Was Just Found During Excavations At A Cricket Club In England

Made of bronze and dating back 1,800 years, this pendant measures just 1.2 inches long and is believed to be a talisman that was held onto for good luck. The post An Ancient Roman Phallus Keepsake Was Just Found During Excavations At A Cricket Club I...

Tue, 19 May 2026 21:45:13 +0000
There Is A Town In Missouri The U.S. Government ‘Wiped From The Map’ — It’s One Of History’s ‘Worst Environmental Disasters’

There Is A Town In Missouri The U.S. Government ‘Wiped From The Map’ — It’s One Of History’s ‘Worst Environmental Disasters’

Dioxin contamination, compounded by a devastating flood, made Missouri's Times Beach no longer safe for its residents. By 1982, they were warned against returning to their homes. The post There Is A Town In Missouri The U.S. Government ‘Wiped F...

Tue, 19 May 2026 19:45:56 +0000
‘Graveyard’ Of 5,000-Year-Old Mummified Penguins Found In Antarctica Baffles Scientists

‘Graveyard’ Of 5,000-Year-Old Mummified Penguins Found In Antarctica Baffles Scientists

The freezing environment preserved some of the penguins so well that they still had feathers attached to them. The post ‘Graveyard’ Of 5,000-Year-Old Mummified Penguins Found In Antarctica Baffles Scientists appeared first on All That&#03...

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:07 +0000
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Famous Graves

Canine Chronicles: Tracing the Ancient Origins of Dogs (Video)

Canine Chronicles: Tracing the Ancient Origins of Dogs (Video)

The captivating history of dogs traces back tens of thousands of years to when humans… The post Canine Chronicles: Tracing the Ancient Origins of Dogs (Video) appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 May 2023 22:04:37 +0000
Deciphering the Mystery of New England’s Day of Darkness

Deciphering the Mystery of New England’s Day of Darkness

On May 19, 1780, at precisely 10:00 a.m., the inhabitants of New England were stricken… The post Deciphering the Mystery of New England’s Day of Darkness appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000
A Fortune out of Thin Air? The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872

A Fortune out of Thin Air? The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872

The gold and silver rushes in 1848 in California, and 1859 in Nevada set the… The post A Fortune out of Thin Air? The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 May 2023 02:52:25 +0000
Panzer IX & Panzer X: The Nazi Terror Tanks and the Art of Deception

Panzer IX & Panzer X: The Nazi Terror Tanks and the Art of Deception

Propaganda is a powerful tool in wartime, as able to cripple an uncertain enemy as… The post Panzer IX & Panzer X: The Nazi Terror Tanks and the Art of Deception appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 May 2023 01:00:13 +0000
The Chicago Strangler: More than a Phantom Killer?

The Chicago Strangler: More than a Phantom Killer?

Amongst other things, the Windy City is famous for its iconic skyline, delicious deep-dish pizza,… The post The Chicago Strangler: More than a Phantom Killer? appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:51:31 +0000
The Tale of Dahut and the Lost City of Ys

The Tale of Dahut and the Lost City of Ys

Did you know that according to local folklore Brittany in France has its very own… The post The Tale of Dahut and the Lost City of Ys appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:51:17 +0000
Did the CIA Really Have an Inflatable Plane?

Did the CIA Really Have an Inflatable Plane?

The United States Central Intelligence Agency or CIA is one of the premier foreign intelligence… The post Did the CIA Really Have an Inflatable Plane? appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:56:10 +0000
Elvira Madigan and Sixten Sparre: A real life Romeo and Juliet?

Elvira Madigan and Sixten Sparre: A real life Romeo and Juliet?

Romeo and Juliet is the singular most famous love story to have been ever written.… The post Elvira Madigan and Sixten Sparre: A real life Romeo and Juliet? appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:58:21 +0000
Gloria Ramirez: the Horrible Death of the “Toxic Woman”

Gloria Ramirez: the Horrible Death of the “Toxic Woman”

When someone is described as a “toxic” person, the individual is considered poisonous, harmful, controlling,… The post Gloria Ramirez: the Horrible Death of the “Toxic Woman” appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 18:59:00 +0000
Teddy Roosevelt: Tougher than your Average President

Teddy Roosevelt: Tougher than your Average President

There has never been as outdoorsy a President as Theodore Roosevelt Jr. The 26th US… The post Teddy Roosevelt: Tougher than your Average President appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:58:25 +0000
Greek Magical Papyri: Spellbook from Two Thousand Years Ago

Greek Magical Papyri: Spellbook from Two Thousand Years Ago

Many notable papyri from Ancient Egypt provide a look into what life was like back… The post Greek Magical Papyri: Spellbook from Two Thousand Years Ago appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:55:41 +0000
Amazing Contents of a “Genuine” Vampire-Killing Kit (Video)

Amazing Contents of a “Genuine” Vampire-Killing Kit (Video)

A vampire hunter kit seems like something out of fantasy fiction, but such things apparently… The post Amazing Contents of a “Genuine” Vampire-Killing Kit (Video) appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:03:04 +0000
The Permian Extinction and the Highest Death Toll in History

The Permian Extinction and the Highest Death Toll in History

The planet is heading into a period of great extinction. Human activities and pollution have… The post The Permian Extinction and the Highest Death Toll in History appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 22:59:36 +0000
Genghis Khan and his Sixteen Million Living Relatives (Video)

Genghis Khan and his Sixteen Million Living Relatives (Video)

Ever wonder why the Catholic Church is so insistent that Jesus had no children? A… The post Genghis Khan and his Sixteen Million Living Relatives (Video) appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:51:41 +0000
The “Biggest Real Estate Deal in History”: The Louisiana Purchase

The “Biggest Real Estate Deal in History”: The Louisiana Purchase

In 1803, a monumental event occurred that would shape the history of the United States,… The post The “Biggest Real Estate Deal in History”: The Louisiana Purchase appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:00:03 +0000
(List) Ten of the Worst Conflicts in History

(List) Ten of the Worst Conflicts in History

The 20th century has, without a doubt, seen humanity at its most destructive. More people… The post (List) Ten of the Worst Conflicts in History appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:54:24 +0000
Krak des Chevaliers: Unconquerable Fortress of the Holy Land

Krak des Chevaliers: Unconquerable Fortress of the Holy Land

Krak des Chevaliers has a rich and unique history, making it one of the most… The post Krak des Chevaliers: Unconquerable Fortress of the Holy Land appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 19:00:38 +0000
Peter’s Pence: The 1,000 year old Catholic Poll Tax

Peter’s Pence: The 1,000 year old Catholic Poll Tax

In theory, the various religions across the globe are sustained by voluntary donations, combined in… The post Peter’s Pence: The 1,000 year old Catholic Poll Tax appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:55:58 +0000
The Dark Sacrifice of the Crystal Maiden

The Dark Sacrifice of the Crystal Maiden

Near San Ignacio, Cayo District in Belize, is the site of an ancient cave called… The post The Dark Sacrifice of the Crystal Maiden appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:58:07 +0000
Lost Origins: The Enigma of the Azores’ Ancient Civilization (Video)

Lost Origins: The Enigma of the Azores’ Ancient Civilization (Video)

In the middle of the vast Atlantic Ocean, the Azores islands stand as a puzzle.… The post Lost Origins: The Enigma of the Azores’ Ancient Civilization (Video) appeared first on Historic Mysteries.

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:52:48 +0000
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Creepy History

The Graveyard That Made Me Kiss a Frog

The Graveyard That Made Me Kiss a Frog

A surreal field in rural Wisconsin holds hundreds of giant fiberglass molds—an accidental archive of roadside Americana where art, industry, and imagination collide. I kissed a frog in Sparta, Wisconsin. Voluntarily. Enthusiastically. The frog in ...

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:48:00 -0400
How to Walk on the Trail of Tears

How to Walk on the Trail of Tears

There are 5,000 miles of the Trail of Tears, but only limited parts can be walked today. Our Atlas Obscura CEO visited the portion in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. There is a place in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, at the quiet corner of Black Nursery Road and ...

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:11:00 -0400
Beyond the podcast: The world of Cleopatra

Beyond the podcast: The world of Cleopatra

How much do you know about the life and cultural afterlife of Cleopatra? To accompany my four-part HistoryExtra podcast series on the ancient Egyptian pharaoh with author and broadcaster Dr Islam Issa, I've compiled a list of essential reading, liste...

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:19 GMT
Lady Jane Grey: life of the week

Lady Jane Grey: life of the week

Nicola Tallis explores the tumultuous life of Lady Jane Grey – from her reluctant accession to the throne to her tragically early death

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:28:41 GMT
Becoming Jane Austen | The early life of a literary legend

Becoming Jane Austen | The early life of a literary legend

In this first episode of our four-part series on Jane Austen's life and work, Dr Lizzie Rogers and Lauren Good step back into the influential Regency novelist's formative years, and explore her earliest writings that show how she began to find her vo...

Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:14 GMT
Your Emails Are Fueling My Quest to See All 50 States

Your Emails Are Fueling My Quest to See All 50 States

As Atlas Obscura's CEO continues her voyage to her remaining 11 states, your emails are pouring in. Keep them coming! I have to be honest with you: I thought I was the one going on an adventure. But then your emails started arriving, and I realized...

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:36:00 -0400
The ultimate Cold War sex scandal – and 11 other political outrages from British history

The ultimate Cold War sex scandal – and 11 other political outrages from British history

From the fall of Thomas Cromwell to Cold War sex dramas, James Osborne examines some of the most extraordinary episodes in British political history

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:30:01 GMT
"It was like going out naked": Which common accessory did Tudors dare not leave the house without?

"It was like going out naked": Which common accessory did Tudors dare not leave the house without?

In early modern England, what a person wore was a key marker of social status. Recent research now suggests that the common hat – how it was worn, or not – could cause a serious breach of the peace

Sun, 17 May 2026 09:45:19 GMT
I Asked. You Answered. Now I Have Some Questions for You.

I Asked. You Answered. Now I Have Some Questions for You.

Here is what you told me about the 11 states I am racing to visit before July 4th. And here is what I am still wondering. A few weeks ago, I announced my quest: Visit all 50 states before America’s 250th birthday on July 4th. I had 11 remaining—A...

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:02:00 -0400
When was the first Eurovision and who won? Plus 9 facts on the history of the song contest

When was the first Eurovision and who won? Plus 9 facts on the history of the song contest

When did the Eurovision Song Contest first take place? What was the first competition like? And has it always been rocked by voting scandals? Ellie Cawthorne speaks to Dean Vuletic, a leading expert on the history of the annual musical extravaganza

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:46 GMT
Two Places, One Story: Mickey Mantle’s House and the Toxic Town

Two Places, One Story: Mickey Mantle’s House and the Toxic Town

An Atlas Obscura map led to a joyful stop at Mickey Mantle’s childhood home, and a haunting visit to the abandoned mining town just up the road. The Atlas Obscura map led me to two places in the same corner of northeast Oklahoma on the same afterno...

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:48:00 -0400
She tried to cover her husband in penises: a medieval guide to the seven deadly sins

She tried to cover her husband in penises: a medieval guide to the seven deadly sins

Today, we think of these vices as outdated definitions of moral flaws prohibited by the church. But as Peter Jones reveals, they were originally conceived to provide medieval solutions to universal human problems

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:00:26 GMT
Filth, dirt and stench: why this is “one of the most unfair stereotypes about the Middle Ages”

Filth, dirt and stench: why this is “one of the most unfair stereotypes about the Middle Ages”

Far from living in constant filth, medieval people developed routines, regulations and even public infrastructure to manage cleanliness, despite lacking modern plumbing or any understanding of germs

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:15:19 GMT
The peacemakers of WW2

The peacemakers of WW2

Lord Peter Ricketts introduces the peacemakers of WW2, exploring their diplomatic responsibilities in shaping the future of the world postwar

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:07:50 GMT
Wonder All Around Us

Wonder All Around Us

A stop at the gravesite of a Kentucky Derby champion reveals how Atlas Obscura turns ordinary drives into unexpected discoveries. Somewhere in Kansas, a well-traveled man asked me if I was driving long distances to hit the state's biggest attractions...

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:56:00 -0400
On the edge of catastrophe: life in Pompeii as Vesuvius was about to erupt

On the edge of catastrophe: life in Pompeii as Vesuvius was about to erupt

The eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79 buried Pompeii and its citizens beneath pumice, stone and ash for centuries. But as Jess Venner reveals, we can now reconstruct the lives of its citizens before the catastrophe

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:00:27 GMT
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After 7 Years, Disneyland Finally Has A Galaxy’s Edge For All Star Wars Fans

After 7 Years, Disneyland Finally Has A Galaxy’s Edge For All Star Wars Fans

Thanks to a variety of new additions and incoming changes, Disneyland has finally expanded its Star Wars-themed land for every kind of fan.

Wed, 20 May 2026 02:20:16 GMT
ER: Every Doctor Who Died On The Show (& How)

ER: Every Doctor Who Died On The Show (& How)

Many of the doctors in ER die during the 15 seasons of the NBC medical drama. Here are all the doctors who died on ER.

Wed, 20 May 2026 02:15:11 GMT
Every Upcoming Star Wars Game (2026 & Beyond)

Every Upcoming Star Wars Game (2026 & Beyond)

Now that EA isn't the sole proprietor of Star Wars games, there are plenty of titles in development for fans to look forward to in 2026 and beyond.

Wed, 20 May 2026 02:00:34 GMT
Netflix May Have Found Its Hotel Del Luna Successor With Upcoming Summer Series

Netflix May Have Found Its Hotel Del Luna Successor With Upcoming Summer Series

A familiar setting involving hotels, hauntings, and two leads trying to help spirits move on has plenty of promise and chemistry joining Netflix.

Wed, 20 May 2026 02:00:33 GMT
Webtoon's Best Action Fantasy Creator Is Back With New Can't-Miss Series

Webtoon's Best Action Fantasy Creator Is Back With New Can't-Miss Series

The God of High School's creator has returned with a new martial arts webtoon and it's already a must-read.

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:30:19 GMT
He-Man calls on the power of Grayskull in Masters of the Universe clip

He-Man calls on the power of Grayskull in Masters of the Universe clip

Read the original post on Flickering Myth here: He-Man calls on the power of Grayskull in Masters of the Universe clip Following hot on the heels of its world premiere, Amazon MGM Studios has released a clip from the upcoming reboot of Masters of the...

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:21:00 +0000
New Interview With The Vampire Series Officially Releases This Week Before Lestat's Big Return

New Interview With The Vampire Series Officially Releases This Week Before Lestat's Big Return

Interview with the Vampire fans not only have The Vampire Lestat to look forward to, but another series as well that will be debuting first.

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:25 GMT
LEGO Pokémon Leak Showcases Classic Kanto Region Reveal

LEGO Pokémon Leak Showcases Classic Kanto Region Reveal

After the success of the previous sets, LEGO already seems to have an exciting and familiar release in store for Pokémon fans to enjoy.

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:00:21 GMT
How Alfre Woodard Missed Out On Becoming A Star Trek: The Next Generation Regular

How Alfre Woodard Missed Out On Becoming A Star Trek: The Next Generation Regular

There were once plans for Star Trek: First Contact co-star Alfred Woodard to reprise her role in additional Next Generation-era projects. Here's why she didn't.

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:45:00 +0000
Star Trek Announces Special 60th Anniversary Release, And It's Massive

Star Trek Announces Special 60th Anniversary Release, And It's Massive

Time to celebrate!

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:30:20 GMT
The 40 Best TV Shows On Disney+

The 40 Best TV Shows On Disney+

Disney+ has the entire catalog of Disney and its different properties and franchises, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:30:20 GMT
Robert Kirkman’s Transformers Is A Love Letter To The Entire Franchise

Robert Kirkman’s Transformers Is A Love Letter To The Entire Franchise

Robert Kirkman's ongoing Transformers series is absolutely killing it, honoring the entire franchise while adding epic new twists to the lore.

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:15:21 GMT
Jonathan Tiersten’s Greatest Role, and it isn’t Sleepaway Camp

Jonathan Tiersten’s Greatest Role, and it isn’t Sleepaway Camp

Horror actor and musician Jonathan Tiersten passed away May 4, 2026 at 60 years old. To many in the horror community, Tiersten will forever be Ricky Thomas from 1983’s Sleepaway Camp. The actor later reprised his role in 2008’s Return to Sleepawa...

Wed, 13 May 2026 22:53:39 +0000
OBSESSION Stars And Director On Pressure And The Most Disgusting Day On Set

OBSESSION Stars And Director On Pressure And The Most Disgusting Day On Set

Peek behind the puke with the director and cast of OBSESSION as they regale us with tales from the set. Read and watch our full interview right here, and catch Obsession in theaters May 15.

Wed, 13 May 2026 21:00:16 +0000
Monster High Visits The Circus With New KILLER KLOWNS Skullector Doll

Monster High Visits The Circus With New KILLER KLOWNS Skullector Doll

Monster High's taking a trip to the circus with their latest Skullector doll, based on one of the iconic KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE.

Wed, 13 May 2026 20:53:19 +0000
The Blob (1988) and 12 Other Killer Effects Films

The Blob (1988) and 12 Other Killer Effects Films

A look at some of the most terrifying and thrilling Special Effects films This horrifying post The Blob (1988) and 12 Other Killer Effects Films was brought to you by Horror Land - The Horror Entertainment Website, the home of Horror Entertainment.

Wed, 13 May 2026 20:14:23 +0000
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Blu-ray Review: Buy It for Samara Weaving

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Blu-ray Review: Buy It for Samara Weaving

The original Ready or Not ended exactly the way it needed to. Grace standing in the smoking wreckage, covered in blood, finally free, and then the credits roll before you can breathe. It is one of the cleanest endings in modern horror comedy. I have ...

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:15:53 +0000
‘From’ Season 4, Episode 4 Recap & Review: The Man in the Yellow Suit’s Grip Tightens

‘From’ Season 4, Episode 4 Recap & Review: The Man in the Yellow Suit’s Grip Tightens

This article contains spoilers for MGM + ‘s From Season 4, Episode 4 The people who live in the town in From have now begun to retreat into themselves, looking for answers. In “Of Myths and Monsters,” we get to peek under the hood at the stra...

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:03:35 +0000
HorrorLand Tales: Here are 12 Insanely Terrifying Goosebumps Stories

HorrorLand Tales: Here are 12 Insanely Terrifying Goosebumps Stories

Looking at R. L. Stine's late blooming teen horror series This horrifying post HorrorLand Tales: Here are 12 Insanely Terrifying Goosebumps Stories was brought to you by Horror Land - The Horror Entertainment Website, the home of Horror Entertainment...

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:56:19 +0000
Vincent D'Onofrio's Movie Adaptation Of A Classic Sci-Fi Book Was A Box Office Disaster

Vincent D'Onofrio's Movie Adaptation Of A Classic Sci-Fi Book Was A Box Office Disaster

This Vincent D'Onofrio-starring sci-fi flick was based on a classic novel, but that didn't save it from becoming both a critical and box office misfire.

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000
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