Latest articles by Benjamin Radford
21 of the best conspiracy theories
Conspiracy theories that have taken hold range from a faked moon landing to Barack Obama's birthplace to chemtrails.
Are ghosts real?
One difficulty in scientifically evaluating is ghost are real is the surprisingly wide variety of phenomena attributed to ghosts.
Is Bigfoot real? Everything you need to know about the Sasquatch
Bigfoot, or Sasquatch, is a large ape-like creature some people believe inhabits North America but there's no hard evidence it actually exists.
The Curse of King Tut: Facts & Fable
Ever since King Tutankhamun's tomb was discovered, stories circulated that those who dared violate his final resting place faced a terrible curse. It was a useful ruse to scare off grave robbers.
The Shady Science of Ghost Hunting
Ghost hunters use some very high-tech equipment and plenty of illogic. And somehow they fail to find what they seek. But of course, the hunt continues.
Top 10 most famous ghosts
Ghosts are some of the most common figures of horror and morality tales in our history, but which ones stand out as the most significant?
Our 10 Favorite Monsters
Wild imaginations conjure these beasts, from Bigfoot to sirens and vampires.
Surprising Realities Behind 'Spiderwick'
Strange creatures roam not only the fantasy realm but on earth too.
Mermaid Sightings Claimed in Israel
Reports of mermaid sightings have come from the Israeli town of Kiryat Yam.
Why People Use Unproven Remedies
It's often not clear whether a medicine works or not.
Why Sandy Hook Massacre Spawned Conspiracy Theories
How could such a tragedy be dismissed by conspiracy?
What's the Difference Between White and Dark Chocolate?
White chocolate and dark chocolate taste nothing alike, yet share the same name. One of them, however, is not truly chocolate.
Why Evidence for the Paranormal Doesn't Improve
Final evidence is always in sight but never obtained.
Why Is Quartz Used in Watches?
It's also used in radios, microprocessors and other technologies.
Astral projection: Facts and theories
Reference Many people claim that astral projection is real. Here are the facts.
Evil eye: History of the ancient curse
Reference The term evil eye might conjure images of blue symbols, often featured in bracelets or necklaces. However, these are charms, used to ward off an ancient curse
Dragons: A brief history of the mythical, fire-breathing beasts
Reference We've known for a very long time that dragons aren't real, but we're still enamored by them
The history of Halloween
Halloween has its roots in a pagan harvest festival, while different traditions were added throughout the years.
Mystery of the Coral Castle Explained
The Coral Castle in Florida is an amazing feat of engineering.
The Riddle of Twin Telepathy
Claims that some twins share a telepathic bond are anecdotal at best.
'Lost' City of Atlantis: Fact & Fable
The legend of a sunken civilization has captivated imaginations for centuries.
UFO Sightings & News
UFOs have fascinated and puzzled people for decades. Yet UFO sightings and news reports rarely come with hard evidence.
