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 Story of Mermaids: Are They Real After All?
Explore the fascinating history of mermaids from ancient mythology to modern sightings. From Atargatis to the Fiji mermaid hoax, discover why people still believe in these legendary sea creatures.
The Strange Life and Suspicious Death of John McAfee
From antivirus pioneer to fugitive: the bizarre true story of John McAfee's drug-fueled rise, murder accusations in Belize, crypto scams, and apparent suicide in a Spanish prison—or was he murdered?
Teresita Basa: Ghost Detective
The bizarre true crime case of Teresita Basa, a Chicago woman whose murder was allegedly solved when her ghost possessed a fellow Filipina and named her killer to police.
The Demon of Kaimuki: A Hawaiian Horror Story
Explore the chilling legend of the Kasha House of Kaimuki, a Hawaiian horror story involving Japanese folklore, unexplained police encounters, and modern-day hauntings in Honolulu.
The Dodleston Messages: Cryptic Computer Warnings from The Past…and Future
In 1984, a BBC Micro computer in a British cottage began receiving messages from 1546 and 2109, sparking a three-way conversation across five centuries. Explore the mystery of the Dodleston Messages.
The Golden Eagle: Killer Car
Explore the chilling legend of the Golden Eagle, the supposedly cursed car linked to numerous deaths and mysterious accidents. Uncover the facts behind this infamous automotive myth.