Glossary
14 terms and concepts indexed
Terms starting with "K"
14 terms
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K-T boundary
The geological marker that signifies the end of the Cretaceous period around 66 million years ago, associated with a mass extinction event likely caused by an asteroid impact.
Kabbalah
A mystical tradition within Judaism that seeks to understand the nature of God and the universe, often associated with numerology and the Tree of Life, which is linked to tarot correspondences.
Karahan Tepe
An archaeological site in southeastern Turkey dating back to the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period, believed to be a major ceremonial center predating even Gobekli Tepe.
Karen Alexander
A prominent researcher in the field of Crop Circles, known for her extensive study and insights about the phenomenon over more than 30 years.
Kecksburg Crash
A purported UFO incident that occurred in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania in 1965, where a fireball was reported in the sky, leading to claims of a crashed alien spacecraft being recovered by the military.
Kecksburg UFO Incident
A reported UFO crash in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania, in 1965 that involved military recovery and has become a subject of numerous conspiracy theories.
Khafre Pyramid
The second-largest pyramid at Giza, built for Pharaoh Khafre around 2500 BC, which is part of a complex that includes the Great Sphinx.
King Kill ’24
A conspiracy theory centered around the idea that certain elites orchestrate events based on occult symbolism, particularly concerning the death of influential figures and broader predictions related...
Kingman crash
A notable alleged UFO crash event that occurred in 1953 in Kingman, Arizona, often cited in discussions of government cover-ups and retrieval of alien technology.
Kirsan Ilyumzhinov
Former President of the Republic of Kalmykia and President of the World Chess Federation, known for his claims of extraterrestrial experiences and discussions regarding UFOs with global leaders.
Kirtland Air Force Base
A United States Air Force base located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, involved in various military operations and known for its research and development programs related to aerospace technology.
Knights Templar
A medieval Christian military order founded in 1119, known for their role in the Crusades and as early bankers, they have become associated with various conspiracy theories and esoteric traditions.
Kompromat
A Russian term meaning 'compromising material', used to describe information used to compromise an individual, often through blackmail or coercion.
Koons Spirit Room
A historical location near Athens known for its connections to spiritualism, where various paranormal events have been reported, particularly in the context of local hauntings.