Category: Folklore
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The Orford Wild Man: Fact or Folklore?
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The Wild Man of Orford, a mysterious figure hauled from the Suffolk waters by fishermen in the 12th century, remains a source of fascination and intrigue even today, writes RICHARD CLEMENTS Orford Castle is where the Orford Wild Man, a mysterious sea creature, was once held captive. His legend still haunts…
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Magic, Extraterrestrials, and Ancient Mysteries Unveiled
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Introduction In the world of fascination, the link between magic, extraterrestrials, and ancient wisdom has captivated humanity for centuries. From the awe-inspiring feats of magicians like David Blaine to the mysterious powers of figures such as en no yoa, the pursuit of supernatural knowledge remains an enduring quest. This article…
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Flatwoods Monster UFO Event
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Flatwoods Monster UFO Event by Stanton T. Friedman Frank Feschino’s telephone call came as a surprise this past summer. We had met at a conference in Florida a few years back when he had mentioned he was researching the Flatwoods Monster UFO event of Sept. 12, 1952. Our pictures were…
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Rusalka
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In Slavic folklore, the rusalka (plural: rusalki) is a spirit associated with nature. It was believed that rusalki took care of waters, forests and fields. They were represented either as little or as young girls with loose hair and pale skin. On rare occasions, male rusalki have also been described. Contents “Rusalki” by…
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Peoples & Creatures of the Moon
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Humans have long imagined the kinds of creatures or peoples that might live on Earth’s moon. This section briefly describes ideas about lunar life in the 17th, 19th the 20th centuries through a series of items from the Library of Congress’ collections. By examining ideas about life on the moon,…
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The Lost City of the Grand Canyon: In Search of an Ancient Advanced Civilisation
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n 1908, President Teddy Roosevelt wanted to declare the Grand Canyon off-limits to all timber and mining operations. It would take another 11 years for Congress to designate the Grand Canyon as a national park, but sensing a final opportunity for adventure, explorer G.E. Kincaid took a boat down the…
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Understanding Elementals & Their Role In Contemporary Paranormal Research
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As someone with an interest in the paranormal, you’ve most likely come across the term “elementals,” perhaps in connection with a famous haunting like that of Ireland’s Leap Castle, or maybe you’ve encountered what you believe to be an elemental as part of a paranormal investigation. But what exactly are…
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The Fae In Folklore & Paranormal Investigations
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The term “fae” broadly refers to a category of supernatural beings that are typically depicted as small, human-like creatures with magical powers and a connection to nature. In the paranormal field, they are considered to be entities that are not on the religious spectrum, like demons and angels, and have…
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The Bideford Witches – Devon
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Witchcraft didn’t happen in Britain like it did on the European continent. We didn’t have an inquisition actively searching for the emissaries of Satan. Instead, we relied on the good people of the England, Scotland and Wales to spot witches within their own communities and report the offenders to the…
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Atlantis’ Tragic Tale: What Is the Truth Behind the Myth?
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Undoubtedly, Atlantis was the most famous legendary place in the ancient world, and it has remained one of the most enduring ancient myths. Immortalized by its narrator, Plato, the story of Atlantis is a tantalizing tale: An advanced civilization that went too far in its greed, provoking the wrath of…
