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A publisher specializing in occult and esoteric literature, particularly translations of historical Latin texts related to magic and spirituality.
An architectural marvel in Istanbul originally constructed as a cathedral in the 6th century, later converted to a mosque, renowned for its massive dome and opulent decoration that encapsulate ancient...
An underground prehistoric burial site in Malta that dates back to around 4000 BC, known for its unique acoustic properties and associations with ancient rituals and beliefs.
A site in Texas containing sediment that researchers claim holds evidence potentially supportive of the Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis.
Mythological location described in ancient Egyptian texts as a place of transition and the afterlife, often associated with knowledge and enlightenment.
A mathematical concept often associated with ancient cultures, believed to play a significant role in their understanding of cosmic order and science.
A figure described as a shadowy entity that appears in various people's bedrooms, often during sleep paralysis, leading to feelings of terror or dread.
A location where supernatural phenomena are reported, often involving ghosts or spirits that are believed to inhabit the space, leading to eerie occurrences and experiences.
The phenomenon where a location is believed to be inhabited by spirits, often associated with tragic events or unresolved histories.
A set of characters used in the Hebrew language, associated with mystical traditions such as Kabbalah, where each letter is believed to have spiritual significance.
Spanish for sorcery, referring to the practice and belief in magical arts and witchcraft, particularly within Mexican culture.
Former analyst at the Bank of England, known for her arguments about the need for institutional assessment of risks associated with low probability high impact events, such as possible UAP disclosures...
Supernatural dogs from various mythologies, believed to act as guardians of the underworld and foretell death or misfortune.
A set of philosophical and spiritual beliefs based on writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, focusing on alchemy, astrology, and theurgy, often intertwining with mystical interpretations of the u...
A philosophical and spiritual tradition based on the writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, emphasizing mystical knowledge and the relationship between the divine and the material world.
Ancient Greek historian known as the 'Father of History', who provided one of the first detailed accounts of Egyptian civilization, including references to the labyrinth.
A recently discovered impact crater in Greenland, which is posited to be linked to the Younger Dryas period and may provide clues about ancient climatic shifts.
Subtle symbols, narratives, or themes embedded within culture that carry meanings designed to reinforce social hierarchies and control.
The idea that there is essential information and truths kept from the public, often to maintain societal control and prevent awareness of deeper realities.
Valuables that are concealed or buried, often linked to historical legends, pirates, or lost civilizations, which have spurred many treasure hunts and explorations.
A term used in the study of ufology and paranormal phenomena to describe experiences that are particularly bizarre or beyond normal expectations, often involving unusual and mysterious elements that d...
A Victorian cemetery located in North London, known for its elaborate Gothic tombs and rumored hauntings, making it a focal point for ghost stories and paranormal investigations.
A device that separates a gas stream into hot and cold streams using centrifugal force, proposed by physicist Heinrich Hilsch, which may have applications in energy generation technologies.
A major wildfire that swept through Hinckley, Minnesota in 1894, killing around 418 people and destroying numerous homes and businesses.
Unexplained events or phenomena from history that lack clear evidence or rational explanation, often leading to speculation and theories surrounding figures like the Count of Saint Germain.
A climate graph that displays average global temperatures over time, which has been heavily criticized for its representation of climate data, particularly by skeptics who label it as fraudulent.
The Holocene is the current geological epoch that began approximately 11,700 years ago, following the last major ice age, marking significant climatic changes and the development of human civilization...
A legendary object often associated with Christian mythology, believed to possess miraculous powers, particularly in relation to eternal life, and often linked to themes of enlightenment and knowledge...
A small, fully-formed human or creature, historically believed to be artificially created through alchemical processes.
Indigenous predictions made by the Hopi tribe, which speak of potential global cataclysms and offer insight into their philosophy on environmental stewardship and cosmic connections.
A type of astrology used to answer specific questions by interpreting the positions of planets at the time the question is posed, rather than the individual's birth time.
A large tidewater glacier located in Alaska, significant for its calving behavior, which has been studied for implications on past glacial processes.
A British climatologist known for his work in climate variability and historical climate changes, active in the mid-20th century.
The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, thoughts, and surroundings, which is often explored in relation to psychic phenomena.
Allegations of organized groups engaging in the hunting of humans for sport, often linked to conspiracy theories regarding elite occult practices.
A field of study focused on how individuals function and cope psychologically under stressors found in aviation and space exploration.
The concept suggesting that humans have the ability to achieve greater levels of understanding, capability, and consciousness that transcend ordinary limits.
A set of NASA Technical Reports that study how human beings react to various vibrational stimuli, exploring the psychological and physiological impacts.
A method used in geology and geomorphology to simulate the movement of water to understand how it shapes landscapes, often applied in studying formations like drumlins.
Catastrophic collisions between celestial bodies and Earth that occur at speeds greater than 1 km/s, resulting in significant geological and environmental changes.
A technique used to capture information across various wavelengths of light to identify materials and objects that may not be visible to the naked eye.
The state experienced while falling asleep, characterized by dream-like imagery and sensations, which can blur the line between reality and hallucination.
The experience occurring during the transition from sleep to wakefulness that can include vivid hallucinations, often mistaken for paranormal encounters.