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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The Children That Remember Being Dead.
Scientists at the University of Virginia have studied over 2,500 cases of children who claim to remember past lives. Explore the most compelling cases and the evidence for and against reincarnation.
What on Earth is Havana Syndrome?
An in-depth exploration of Havana Syndrome, the mysterious illness affecting US diplomats and intelligence officers worldwide. Examining potential causes from directed energy weapons to mass psychogenic illness, and the latest developments in this ongoing investigation.
Bizarre Things People Actually Believe About the Moon
Explore the strangest moon beliefs throughout history, from the ancient "moon is made of cheese" folktale to modern conspiracy theories about hollow moons, Nazi bases, and holographic projections.
Drunken Ghost Hunters 2 - Electric Boogaloo
A team of overqualified researchers gets drunk and investigates a haunted cabin in Australia's Hunter Valley, using EMF meters, spirit boxes, and deliberate ghost antagonism to test whether spirits actually exist.
Flight 980: The Mystery of the Missing Blackbox
The baffling story of Eastern Airlines Flight 980, which crashed into Mount Illimani in 1985. Despite suspicious recovery efforts, no bodies were found and the crucial black boxes remain missing—though smuggled caiman skins were recovered in abundance.
Royals Were Epstein's Favorite Tool
How Jeffrey Epstein cultivated relationships with Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, and other royals to boost his prestige and business dealings.