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Halloween Threats to Children: Fact or Fiction?
By Benjamin Radford published
Mysterious Elk Deaths Plague New Mexico
By Benjamin Radford published
The deaths of more than 100 elk in a 24-hour period in rural New Mexico has officials puzzled, ruling out all of the usual suspects, such as disease, predators and poachers.
Real-Life Barbie? Model Created Look to Spread Beliefs
By Benjamin Radford published
The young Russian model Valeria Lukyanova is very real, not a computer-generated hoax, and may be driven more by her New Age beliefs than the desire to emulate the popular doll.
Poltergeists: Noisy Spirits
By Benjamin Radford published
A poltergeist is a type of ghost that harasses its victims through eerie sounds and moving objects.
Is a Ghost Lurking in a Factory Toilet?
By Benjamin Radford published
A Bangladeshi woman claims her sickness may be due to a spirit attacking her.
Toddler's Exorcism Death Part of Dark History
By Benjamin Radford published
Though unthinkable for some, exorcisms have a long history and often harm children.
Was Girl Murdered for Her Organs?
By Benjamin Radford published
Though organ theft is thriving in India, the evidence doesn't add up in this case.
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