The Unexplained
Unexplained events, anomalous signals, and encounters that have resisted every attempt at classification.
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Polybius: The Killer Arcade Game That Got Erased from History
Uncover the truth behind Polybius, the legendary 1981 arcade game said to cause seizures, mind control, and disappearances in Portland, Oregon—before vanishing without a trace.
A Message from the Stars: Who Sent ‘The Wow! Signal’?
In 1977, the Big Ear telescope detected the Wow! Signal—a narrowband radio transmission that remains the strongest candidate for a genuine message from extraterrestrial intelligence. Explore the mystery, the science, and the theories behind this cosmic enigma.
Aafia Siddiqui: Terrorist or Victim?
Was Aafia Siddiqui an unrepentant terrorist, a victim of American injustice, or something in between? Explore the disputed case of the Pakistani neuroscientist known as both "Lady Al-Qaeda" and the "Daughter of Pakistan."
Africa's Stonehenge.
Explore the controversial claims surrounding Adam's Calendar in South Africa—an alleged 250,000-year-old stone calendar that some call the oldest man-made structure on Earth, while skeptics see natural rocks and wishful thinking.
Alien Abduction: Is Travis Walton's Story the Most Compelling Evidence We Have?
A skeptical examination of the 1975 Travis Walton alien abduction case, exploring the incident, investigation, and enduring questions surrounding one of UFOlogy's most famous stories.
An Anthology of Dark Internet Mysteries
A comprehensive revisit of internet mysteries including Unfavorable Semicircle, Kate Yup, Celebrity Number Six, and The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet, with updates on their solutions and new developments.
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What Will the World Look Like in 2050?
Kevin Jennings explores bold predictions for 2050: AI regulation, climate refugees, the decline of US supremacy, moon bases, bioengineered organs, and the rise of a true American leftist party.
What's the Mystery Behind these Creepy Tiles?
Discover the bizarre true story of the Toynbee Tiles—cryptic linoleum messages embedded in streets across America and beyond, and the decade-long investigation to uncover who was behind them.
Who is Banksy? The Elusive Identity of Britain’s Biggest Street Artist
Explore the mystery surrounding Banksy's true identity, from the accidental destruction of his early works to the leading suspects including Robin Gunningham, 3D from Massive Attack, and the theory that Banksy may be a collective of artists.
Who is Dr Gloves?
The disturbing true story of Dr. Gloves, an anonymous 4chan user who posted graphic photos from a hospital morgue, sparking an internet manhunt that ended with more questions than answers.
Who put Bella in the Wych Elm?`
The bizarre 1943 discovery of a woman's skeleton inside a hollow wych elm tree in Hagley Wood, England, sparked one of Britain's most enduring unsolved mysteries—complete with wartime graffiti, spy theories, and witchcraft rumors.
Who Was The Somerton Man?
The bizarre 1948 death of an unidentified man on an Australian beach baffled investigators for decades. Discover how DNA finally revealed the truth behind the Somerton Man mystery.