The Haunted Canfield Casino, New York
Located in Saratoga Springs, New York, the Canfield Casino is a beautiful example of stately architecture. First built as the Saratoga Club in the late 1800s, the home was owned by John Morrissey, a professional boxer. Morrissey operated the Saratoga club with three main rules in mind. These rules were simple – no women, no […]
WASP-76 b: The Exoplanet That Rains Molten Iron
Among the planets in the universe which have crazy weather conditions, is the newly discovered WASP-76 b, which has been dubbed the “ultra hot Jupiter”. WASP-76 b is incredibly hot, so hot in fact, that it actually rains molten iron from the sky. The exoplanet is situated in the Pisces constellation, around 640 light-years away […]
Bellamy Bridge and The Ghost of Elizabeth Jane Bellamy
As with other haunted locations around the world, there is often some underlying story of tragedy or violence behind the reports of paranormal activity. Bellamy Bridge is located near Marianna, Florida, and is one such place. Walk the Bellamy Bridge Heritage Trail and it will lead you to a historic steel frame bridge, which happens […]
El Muerto, The Headless Horseman of Texas
Perhaps the most famous story of a headless horseman, is Washington Irving’s 1820 short story The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Despite the famed novel, other tales of headless horsemen have weaved their way into folklore throughout history. Celtic folklore gives us the story of the Dullahan (“dark man”), a headless horseman that was seen as […]
Amarok: The Demon Wolf of The Arctic Regions
Stories of animals both real and fictional have been passed down to us for generations. Some of these stories seem too imaginative, and are obviously fictional, but some seem to bare some truth, and actually, may be based on true accounts. While some mythical creatures still have a place in modern day fiction, others still […]
The Hauntings and Ghostly Apparitions of the Skaill House
The original Skaill house was built in 1620, by Bishop Graham of Orkney (1615-1638). Over time, it’s evolved into the structure that can be seen today, by the commitment and developments carried out by successive owners. The Skaill house is situated close to the neolithic village of Skara Brae, which was unearthed in 1850 by […]
The Ghost of Sir Walter Raleigh at Sherborne Old Castle
Sherborne Old Castle now stands as a 12th century ruin in Dorset, England. It was originally built by the Bishop of Salisbury, Roger de Caen, as a fortified palace, and belonged to the Church of England until the 16th century. Though the 12th century site belonged to the church, there was already a christian association […]
The Haunted History of Banffy Castle, Romania
Hidden away in the landscapes of Romania, Banffy castle is one of the country’s most iconic historic places. Banffy Castle is located in Bontida, Transylvania, and is the largest castle in the region. Though the castle isn’t the most attractive from the outside, as large parts of the structure are in decay, it’s dark and […]
What Happened To The Lost Colony of Roanoke Island
In 1584 English settlers arrived on Roanoke Island, North Carolina. The plan was to establish a colony in the new world, but soon after arrival, the hardships began to set in, and would become too much for the settlers. Strong weather battered the settlement, a lack of resources became worrisome, and poor relations with the […]
Kobolds: The Mischievous Goblin Creatures of Folklore
Numerous goblin-like creatures can be found in the folklore of various cultures, one of which is the European Kobold. According to sources, the kobold is a small, pointy-eared, goblin-like creature with a mischievous spirit. Initially, the Kobold is helpful, and has good intentions, but is easily angered and can quickly become a burden. Angering a […]