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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Is Elvis Presley Still Alive?
Explore the enduring conspiracy theory that Elvis Presley faked his death in 1977, from suspicious medical reports and waxwork dummy claims to alleged sightings in Kalamazoo, Graceland, and beyond.
Is it True That Nuclear Weapons Don’t Exist?
A deep dive into the conspiracy theory claiming nuclear weapons are fake, examining claims about Hiroshima, nuclear test footage, and why the theory doesn't hold up to scrutiny.
The Mystery of the Jack Froese Emails: Contact From Beyond the Grave?
In 2011, Jack Froese died suddenly at age 32. Five months later, his friends received emails from his account about events that happened after his death. Was it a ghost, a hacker, or something else entirely?
Jennifer Fergate: The Oslo Plaza Woman
The baffling 1995 death of Jennifer Fergate at Oslo's luxury Plaza Hotel: a woman with a fake identity, a staged crime scene, and evidence pointing away from the official suicide ruling.
Kanye Quest 3030: A Cult Recruiting Tool?
An in-depth look at the bizarre RPG Maker game Kanye Quest 3030, its hidden ascension mechanic, and the mystery of whether it was a cult recruitment tool for Ascensionism or simply an elaborate ARG.
Kate Yup: The Mukbang Hostage?
The bizarre case of Kate Yup, the anonymous mukbang YouTuber whose disappearance sparked theories of kidnapping, hidden messages, and forced eating. Was she a hostage or a hoax?