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Psychokinesis: Facts About Mind Over MatterScientific evidence for the psychic ability to move objects or bend spoons remains elusive.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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The Lore and Lure of UnicornsUnicorns are among the most popular mythical creatures. Across many cultures, they have long symbolized purity.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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What Are Genies?Genies are supernatural beings, but not necessarily the generous wish-fulfilling servants who live in lamps.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Leprechauns: Facts About the Irish Trickster FairyLeprechauns are often described as wizened old men with pots of gold. But there is much more to the Irish folk legend.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Is it safe to drink blood?Vampires rely on blood for survival, but is it safe for ordinary folks to drink?
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Is Mysterious Figure at Stanley Hotel a Ghost?A strange image was photographed in a supposedly haunted hotel: ghost or glitch?
By Benjamin Radford Published
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What is Alchemy?Alchemy is the ancient practice of trying to turn lead into gold.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Loch Ness Monster: Facts About NessieIf there's a beast swimming in the Scottish lake, it has proved quite elusive.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Vampires: Fact, Fiction and FolkloreVampire fans have a rich vein of lore to draw from.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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No Sympathy for the Devil: Why People Fear SatanismBy Benjamin Radford Published
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The Mystery of the Sailing Stones in Death ValleyUntil recently, no one had ever seen the moving rocks at Racetrack Playa, but a new video shows the stones creeping across the desert.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Indian Woman Beaten to Death for 'Witchcraft'By Benjamin Radford Published
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'Lucy' Thriller Revives 10% Brain Capacity MythThe idea that we use only 10% of our brains seems pervasive, and is on display again in a new movie. However, it's just not true.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Mongolian Death Worm: Elusive Legend of the Gobi DesertThe Mongolian Death Worm is said to be a large creature with spikes and acidic spit.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Shaman's Herbal Hallucinogen a Fatal Lure for New Age TouristsBy Benjamin Radford Published
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Breath-Holding Superstition May Have Caused Car CrashA man who held his breath driving through a tunnel only to cause a three-car crash in Oregon reveals the widespread belief in superstitions, and the havoc such belief can wreak.
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The Slenderman Stabbing: Are Urban Legends Really to Blame?By Benjamin Radford Published
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Globsters: Mysterious Marine Monster MassesGreat masses of flesh that wash up on shore have mystified people for centuries. Tests show that they aren't actually sea monsters.
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Facebook Post Leads to Witch Hunt, Tragedy in BrazilA woman suspected of being a witch was beaten by mob and died in Brazil after a Facebook post by a local news outlet spurred suspicions the woman was involved in child abductions.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Mystery of the Hope Diamond CurseThe Hope Diamond is one of the most spectacular gems in the world, but some people believe ownership comes at a cost.
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Loch Ness Monster on Apple Maps? Why Satellite Images Fool UsBy Benjamin Radford Published
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Raining Frogs & Fish: A Whirlwind of TheoriesFor years, people have reported sudden showers of animals falling from the sky. What's really going on?
By Benjamin Radford Published
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Texas 'Chupacabra' Turns Out to Be ImposterA Texas couple has captured what is being called a baby chupacabra, the legendary animal said to roam the countryside in search of blood. Could this mysterious creature be the legendary beast?
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The Ark: Could Noah's Tale Be True?By Benjamin Radford Published
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