MT Roadtrip – Dumfries

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MT Roadtrip – Escomb Saxon Church

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Turkey’s Paranormal Legends and Mystical Creatures

Turkey, with its rich history, diverse culture, and unique geographical location, is a land that has long been associated with tales of mystery, intrigue, and the paranormal. From ancient folklore to modern sightings, the country is steeped in a variety of unexplained events, many of which have captured the imaginations of both locals and visitors alike.

RCMP’s Unexplained Paranormal Encounters Across Canada

The RCMP’s involvement in these reports adds an air of credibility, as these officers are trained to be sceptical and pragmatic in their approach to investigations. Yet when faced with the unknown, even they can be left without answers.

The Bizarre Tale of the Basel Rooster Trial

Today, Basel is known for its vibrant culture, historic architecture, and role as a centre of art and academia. But more than five centuries ago, it was the site of one of the strangest trials in history – one in which a rooster was sentenced to death, not for any crime of violence or mischief, but simply for laying an egg.

The Chilling Tale of The Watcher at 657 Boulevard

Whether The Watcher was a bitter neighbor, a disturbed individual, or something stranger altogether, one thing is certain: 657 Boulevard will always carry an air of mystery.

The Mystery of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse Keepers

The idea that they were taken by something not of this world has a certain eerie appeal, especially given the island’s reputation for being cursed…

The Bluebell Hill Phantom Hitchhiker

Some suggest that the sightings are manifestations of the spirits of the women who died in the 1965 accident, unable to find peace and thus replaying the moments leading up to their untimely deaths…

February 10th & 11th – Today in UFO History

The Pentagon sends Blue Book chief Maj. Hector Quintanilla to Richmond, Virginia, on a debunking tour. Stressing delusions and hoaxes, he tells reporters that not a single UFO report is genuine. His press display includes false UFO photos etc. “I am a facts man,” Quintanilla says. “I cannot explain why people want to see UFOs.”

The Omen – Mysteries and Curses Behind the Horror Classic

Welcome, dear reader, to a tale that blurs the line between the natural and the supernatural, the ordinary and the extraordinary..

The Loch Ness Monster.

In the heart of Scotland, the legend of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie, has woven a tapestry of mystery and intrigue that […]

The Dark Demise of the Donner Party.

Whether the whispers and shadows were real or the product of tormented minds, they contribute to the lasting mystery of this tragic episode…

The Curious Case of ‘Death by Icicle’

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January – Today in UFO History

Alan walks his dog in Caversham, Berkshire, UK, when he sees a group of bright lights to the east. He calls his wife, Clarice, and they view them through binoculars. They are moving slowly in a line from east-west and are above the house. The brightest lights are orange-yellow and in a triangle formation.

The Buddy Holly Curse

The “curse of Buddy Holly” refers to a series of tragic events following his death in a plane crash on February 3, 1959, alongside Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson. Survivors like Waylon Jennings were haunted by the crash, while later tragedies—such as Joe Meek’s death on its anniversary and Bobby Fuller’s suspicious demise—added to the myth.

Superstitions and Legends of Farriers and Blacksmithing

The folklore and superstitions surrounding blacksmiths and farriers add depth to their already fascinating history. They were not just makers of tools but shapers of stories protectors of homes and sometimes even magicians in the eyes of their communities.

The Mystery of Jim Morrison’s Last Words

Without an autopsy or witnesses, the exact cause of Morrison’s death remains a mystery…

Whitby

WHITBY IS A SMALL TOWN NESTLING ATOP THE CLIFFS AND ALONG THE MOUTH OF THE RIVER ESK, NORTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND.

November – Today in UFO History

A witness at Glenelg, Adelaide, South Australia, sees lengths of glistening material wrapped around a signpost and on looking up sees that more is falling from the sky. He collects a small sample of the thickest section, but the strands dissolve in his fingers.

OCTOBER – Today in UFO History

a visual sighting of an unidentified object is reported 4 miles northwest of Loring AFB, Maine. The alert helicopter is launched to identify the object but is unable to make contact and is launched again at 1:46 a.m., in response to a slow-moving target picked up by RAPCON radar.

The Dark History of Bedlam Asylum

While the worst abuses of Bedlam are now behind us, the institution’s long history serves as a stark reminder of the importance of treating people with dignity, compassion, and respect, no matter their mental state.

Phantasmagoria: The Birth of the Floating Ghost

It is January 1799. Étienne-Gaspard Robert debut’s his ‘Phantasmagoria’ in a ruined abbey in Paris. Little does he know he is about to become the trendsetter of the way ghosts are portrayed…

10 Ghost Towns and Their Haunting Histories.

Join me on Mysterious Times’ first instillation of my plunge into Ghost Towns and their ghosts!

September – Today in UFO History

Space scientist Yves Sillard is interviewed on Radio France International about GEIPAN. He states that the UFO phenomenon is serious and involves many witnesses who deserve an answer about what they have seen. The sightings, he says, include impressive radar-visual cases and landing traces.