Weird World Facts

When a wrongdoing has been committed, sometimes the victim and his or her family will fight to get justice. At least, when someone has done something terrible to you, that may very well be one of your instincts, whether or not you act on it. Perhaps, that’s why we idolize vigilantes in this world that…

Let’s take a moment to think about the word, “Occult.” Now that I’ve said it you probably have an immediate scene set in your mind- likely something dark, maybe with witches, people practicing something macabre and evil in secret. Am I close to painting your picture? Well, the funny reality is that while we paint…

For those of us who grew up as teens in the early 2000s, you’ll likely remember the ‘New Age’ section of Barnes and Noble. Despite visiting many metaphysical, psychic, and spiritual bookstores, I, myself, was known to frequent the ‘New Age’ section of Barnes and Noble despite not having any real in-depth knowledge on the…

Alice Lee Roosevelt Longworth, most popularly known as Alice Roosevelt, lived a wild and controversial life. Being president Teddy Roosevelt’s eldest child, she attracted a lot of media attention throughout her life. To give you a better view, here are some details about Alice Roosevelt’s wild and eccentric life. Childhood Alice Roosevelt was born in…

The idea of the “lost” city of Atlantis has captivated many dreamers and occultists alike. After all, this place was described as a utopian society with wisdom that could bring peace to the whole world. Because of its greatness, many magazines, books, and websites have discussed the existence of Atlantis. Many metaphysical icons, such as…

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. However, many historians have disputed the existence of the famed gardens. In fact, a lot of people believe that the gardens are a figment of imagination because of the lack of evidence. It’s also easy to believe that something could…

Throughout history, numerous mysteries have kept historians from solving their intricate puzzles. Despite the efforts of numerous people, these strange events remain unknown. Aside from that, some famous personalities are still unknown even after years of searching for their true identity. So, what are the biggest unsolved mysteries in history? Malaysian Airlines’ Flight 370 In…

As you know, numerous famous treasures have existed from around the world throughout time. While it may seem like a relic of the past, our world society is still very much enthralled by the idea of finding a lost treasure. Most of these historical famous treasures were used as a symbol of splendor, opulence, and…

Petersburg, Virginia is rich in history. After all, many soldiers died during the siege of Petersburg during the Civil War. One unusual building that embedded the Civil War history in its walls is the Tombstone House. As its name implies, this building is made of tombstones, and it has been an iconic landmark in Petersburg,…

As we’ve discussed here before, Bonnie and Clyde were, perhaps, the most famous criminal duo of all time. They terrorized the Southern half of the United States as they went on a crime spree with the rest of the “Barrow Gang” robbing banks, gas stations and restaurants for 21 months throughout 1932-1934 before being gunned…

The 1999 film The Mummy has (almost surprisingly) soared to extreme popularity over the last few years. I must say, it’s one of my absolute favorite movies, so I get it completely! Being a natural history buff and lover of the occult and strange things, I wondered about the real Imhotep and Ankhesenamun that inspired…

Berossus was a Babylonian priest who wrote a three-volume book about the history of Babylonia. In one of his books, he wrote about a “real mermaid” from the Persian Gulf. According to the priest, this strange amphibian-like creature taught the Sumerians about civilized living. If you want to know more about this amazing amphibian, here…

Vampires are mysterious creatures that have fascinated humans for centuries, so much so that we’ve had several ‘vampire scares’ throughout history. In fact, there are numerous stories about the origin of vampires dating back to different ancient civilizations. One, in particular, is the fascinating tale of Ambrogio. To give you a better view, here is…

One of the most terrifying events in the history of Louisiana was the collapse of the Manchac Swamp Bridge on September 13, 1976. Today, a lot of people are searching for answers, wondering what happened on that fateful day. As such, we decided to dig deeper to give you a detailed account. So, here are…

Murders are disturbing, but there are some cases that are far worse than others. To be specific, some unsolved murder mysteries were brutal and unimaginable. Plus, they left communities with lingering questions for decades since there were no credible suspects. Perhaps, the mysteries found hovering over certain murders are why they begin to steal the…

The term unidentified flying object (UFO) refers to mysterious objects seen in the sky. Many people believe these UFOs to be alien spacecrafts, which have raised a lot of questions about life in other parts of the universe. Throughout history, many people from around the world have reported seeing UFOs. From there, the topic became…

Zombies are best described as mythical reanimated corpses or the “walking dead.” Throughout the years, the world has become familiar with these creatures through various myths, legends, books, and horror films. In fact, they’ve taken over our entertainment world by storm recently. While the first recorded use of the term was in 1819, the myths…

I’ve been re-watching Bewitched over the last year, and it’s been a real blast. It was a show I loved as a kid, but you realize as an adult that it was most definitely a product of its time. But yesterday, I got to an episode that personally connected with me… one that left me…

Most of you are familiar with the Spider Pool. (If not, you can read all about it HERE!) However, only a few know about the owner of this iconic place. Jack McDermott used to be a popular name in Hollywood. In fact, he threw a lot of wild parties in his bizarre home, and everyone…

Most of you probably know Jack Parsons because of his contributions to human spaceflight and space exploration. In fact, historians considered him an important figure in the U.S space program. But did you know that he was actually known for more than just his excellent works? Apparently Parsons also had an association with dark magic…

I was recently enlightened by a friend (who also happens to be an anthropologist and ethnobotanist) about the history of witchcraft and why we always depict witches riding broomsticks. The answer not only shocked me, but also happened to be very NSFW (not safe for work)… dirty, if you will. If you’re dying to know…

Many people are familiar with Balto, the dog who was made a national hero. Some of you have probably heard about his heartwarming story because of the animated film. On the other hand, some only knew him from the news. Either way, knowing the story of this beautiful creature will inspire and touch your hearts.…

For the past thousand years, people have lived, lost, created, built, and, inevitably, produced amazing historical sites. Now, clearly these sites don’t become historical until they’ve had years of experience and story to share with the world. While some of these places have enchanting features, others have a little bit of mystery, making them more…

An Update on the Mummies of Guanajuato Every country has its own unusual, paranormal, or just plain weird traditions that other cultures can’t wrap their heads around, right? I mean, even the idea of Santa Clause shows that we hold onto magical traditions. While most celebrations are not so morbid, there has been a rise…

When I was visiting Guanajuato, my friend told me that I had to see the mummy museum. I wasn’t a bit concerned; after all, I had been to the Catacombs of Paris. This was no where near as many dead bodies as I saw there. However, when we got to the mummy museum, I was…