LISTS

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away on December 29, 2024 at the age of 100. He was one of the most esteemed humanitarians ever to hold the office. He was also once chased by a wild rabbit.

From the ‘manananggal’ (Philippines) to the ‘csodacsirke’ (Hungary), you’ll want to make sure you steer clear of these terrifying supernatural beings.

This spooky season, be able to tell your bugaboos from your tommyknockers.

From the Smithsonian’s “castle” to modern landmarks like the Hollywood sign, America’s most famous places bear histories of haunting.

When these supposed spell-casters died, the stories about them lived on.

Those famous white statues weren’t originally white—and that’s just one myth about Ancient Greece we’re covering in the latest episode of Misconceptions.

Kick off the spooky season with these haunted highways from New Jersey to South Africa.

Yes, pet costumes are adorable. But they—along with candy and strangers at the door—can also be dangerous.

From a weeping statue to painting that moves on its own, the stories behind these supposedly haunted pieces of art are downright spooky.

In honor of Banned Books Week, the ALA published its list of 2023’s most contentious titles.

The Stephen King prison fable has become a modern classic—but it initially disappointed at the box office.

“Do you remember the 21st night of September?” Earth, Wind & Fire first asked the question in 1978. And in the years since, the date has taken on new meaning online.