Tag: History

Cinco De Mayo

Have fun and enjoy the spirit of Cinco de Mayo while honouring Mexican heritage and culture – ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Bank Holiday Mondays – Modern Folklore in the Making.

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Thresholds

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Beltane

Let me tell you a tale about a time of fire, fertility, and a touch of the uncanny.. Beltane, that bright flicker on the wheel […]

The April UFO Almanac

In the modern reporting era, April consistently produces a noticeable increase in UFO submissions across civilian databases. Analysts attribute this partly to seasonal behaviour patterns

Numbers Stations – Messages for No One (or Everyone)

Numbers stations are among the strangest broadcasts ever recorded. Found scattered across the shortwave radio spectrum, they appear without warning, often at fixed times, sometimes drifting unpredictably…

Mothering Sunday

Mothering Sunday, originating in mid-Lent, allowed servants, often children, to return home to their “mother church” and families, fostering connection and love. While the 20th century morphed it into a commercial event akin to Mother’s Day, its essence remains about presence and honoring the nurturing roles in our lives.

March 5 – Saint Piran

Let me tell you about Saint Piran. If you’ve ever been to Cornwall, you’ll have seen his flag -the black one with a white cross […]

Saint David: Patron Saint of Wales and Symbol of Unity.

Saint David, the patron saint of Wales, was born in the 6th century and became Archbishop of Wales, known for his piety, wisdom, and miraculous deeds. His emphasis on simplicity, charity, and peace shaped Welsh Christian tradition. St. David’s Day on March 1st honors his legacy, celebrated with leeks, traditional foods, and a focus on unity and resilience.

Jólakötturinn – The Yule Cat

The modern Yule Cat is less likely to be feared and more likely to be appreciated as a quirky and fun part of Christmas festivities in Iceland. It’s a fascinating evolution of myth, from a creature that once embodied the dangers of laziness to one that now adds to the mystique and charm of Icelandic holiday traditions..

Why November 30th is Haunted by the Supernatural

As the year draws to a close, it’s easy to imagine that the approaching winter brings with it an increased sensitivity to the supernatural, and for those looking for answers, November 30th may just be the perfect time to witness something extraordinary.

The Liminal Space – Pre-Halloween Ponderings

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The Night the Moon Cried Fire

On this day in 1178, five monks looked up – and saw the Moon split in two, spitting fire and sparks. Did they witness a meteor? A massive lunar impact? Or something… not of this Earth?..

A Girl With a Hammer and a Fire Inside

My Lifelong Obsession with Fossils, Lyme Regis, and the Ghost of Mary Anning Some obsessions begin not with a bang, but with a whisper. Mine […]

Påskkärringar – Swedish Easter Witches.

In Sweden, Easter brings enchanting traditions like Easter witches and Påskris, adorned with colorful feathers. Children dress as witches, visit homes for treats, and enjoy påskbord feasts with pickled herring and sweet treats like semlor. Easter markets offer crafts and activities, preserving cultural heritage and bringing communities together in celebration of spring.

MT Roadtrip – Beer, Dorset.

Beer, Dorset: Sunshine, Smugglers, and a Baker’s Dream

April – Today in UFO History

1943 April 1 — Los Alamos Laboratory is established in New Mexico and begins operations. 1950 April 1 — Project Twinkle officially begins. 1959 April […]

MT Roadtrip – The Bristol Blunder

A Road Trip to Remember (For All the Wrong Reasons)

Olga of Kyiv – A Tale of Revenge.

There are stories of revenge, and then there is the story of Olga of Kyiv. A woman whose fury reshaped history, whose vengeance was so […]

MT Roadtrip – Rockcliffe Beach

There’s something about the solitude of the coast that gets you thinking about time, history, and the ghosts that might be hiding in plain sight…

MT Roadtrip – Drumcoltran Tower.

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MT Roadtrip – Sweetheart Abbey

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