Out in California’s Mojave Desert is the Ivanpah Solar Power Facility, a controversial power plant that looks like something out of a sci-fi movie.
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The Freak From the Fire: The Legendary Char-Man of Ojai, Californiaย
Yelling “Help me!” from a particular bridge in California might bring you face-to-face with the Char-Man, a vicious monster from local folklore.
Kushtaka: The Evil Otters of the Pacific Northwest
You thought otters were cute? Nah. The Kushtaka are evil shape-shifting otters from Tlingit folklore that steal humans’ souls.
South of the Border: The South Carolina Truck Stop Tourist Trap
Originally opening as a beer store in 1949, South of the Border has become the epitome of trashy American roadside attractions.
Terror in the Americas: The Legend of the Chupacabra
Has the mystery of the Chupacabra been solved by modern science? Do these strange cryptid sightings have an explanation?
10 Pet Peeves That Really Grind Peopleโs Gears
Despite our obsession with “positive vibes,” these pet peeves prove that we just love being angry about something.
Meet Sebastian Marroquin, Pablo Escobar’s Son Who Warns Against His Father’s Narcos Fame
Sebastian Marroquin may have changed his name, but he knows it doesn’t change the past and the fact that his father was none other than Pablo Escobar.
The Bite of 87 Overview: A Quick Look Back on FNAF Lore
Scott Cawthon may have quit the FNAF series, but fans are still talking about the Bite of 87, even if just as a meme, since 2014.
Welcome to Biringan City: The City That Doesn’t Exist
Biringan City lies hidden in the forests of Samar, kind of like Wakanda but with fae creatures that lure lost tourists to enter and never leave.
The Blue Hole Diving Accident That Killed Yuri Lipski
Yuri Lipski was only 22 years old when he entered the Blue Hole, a 120-meter deep diving spot, alone and with only one oxygen tank, never to resurface.
Frank Sinatra’s Mafia History: The Real Story Behind the Crooner’s Mob Ties
Frank Sinatra may be best known for his singing voice, but the legendary crooner also may have had ties to the Italian mafia. How much of that is true though?
The Aztec Legend of the Five Suns: The Divine Right to Conquer
The legend of the Five Suns was the Aztec creation myth that was used to justify their extremely violent behavior.
Where Is Venus Angelic Now?: Kawaii Living Doll Now on Only Fans
Venus Palermo, better known as Venus Angelic, became famous for her lolita fashion content and is now an Only Fans creator.
Meet Amberlynn Reid: The Youtuber Google Thinks Is Dead
Amberlynn Reid has spent nearly a decade trying to lose weight while the internet looks on in horror…and thinly-veiled disgust.
Who Is Chris-Chan?: Youtuber on Trial for Incest With Disabled Mother
Chris-Chan initially gained fame through her Sonic the Hedgehog fan comics but has lately been in the news for allegations of incest.
The Ghost Bus of Beijing: A Modern Legend
The ghost bus of Beijing is said to have been taken over by ghosts in 1995 and driven into a reservoir, killing three people. There may be something to this story…
What Is Spontaneous Human Combustion and Is It Real?
For centuries, there’s been a burning debate about whether or not spontaneous human combustion is real or even possible. Let’s get to the bottom of it.
The Legend of El Muerto: The Headless Horseman of South Texas
El Muerto is the headless ghost of a Mexican bandit who is said to still roam south Texas on his mustang.
How Bart Baker Went From Making Taylor Swift Parodies to Becoming a Chinese Propaganda Tool
After making a name for himself as a Taylor Swift parody creator, Bart Baker disappeared only to reappear in China where he now works as a “white monkey.”
The Sodder Children: The Curious Case of 5 Siblings Who Vanished After a House Fire
On Christmas Eve in 1945, five of the Sodder children disappeared in a house fire that left no trace of their remains.
Where Is Harold Holt?: The Search for the Australian Prime Minister Who Vanished at Sea
On December 17, 1967, Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt disappeared at sea, changing Chinese-Australian relations for years to come.
Say Hello to Blucifer: The Mysterious and Scary Denver Airport Horse Statue
There are quite a few conspiracy theories about the Denver Airport, most of them probably untrue. But the story of Blucifer, the demon horse that killed its creator, is 100% fact.
The Legend of the Jersey Devil: The Predator of the Pine Barrens
Deep in the heart of the Pine Barrens region of New Jersey lurks the Jersey Devil, a monster cursed by its own mother that haunts the forests.
The Legend of Namazu: The Earthquake-Causing Catfish of Japan
The Namazu is a giant catfish from Japanese mythology that lives underground and causes earthquakes.