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The Surprising History Behind 5 Popular Halloween Costumes
The origins of these classic costumes are probably not what you would expect.
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25 of the Most Essential Movies About Witches
Add these captivating movies about witches like ‘Practical Magic’ and ‘The Love Witch’ to your Halloween streaming line-up this month.
Would You Have Been Accused of Witchcraft in the 17th Century?
You didn’t have to be out casting spells and stirring bubbling cauldrons in the dead of night to be at risk of being labeled a witch in the 1600s. Would you have been one of the accused?
The Stories Behind 8 ‘Witch’ Graves
When these supposed spell-casters died, the stories about them lived on.
The Scottish Play: Why Actors Won’t Call ‘Macbeth’ by Its Title
The superstition that saying “Macbeth” will bring bad luck has been around since Shakespeare’s play debuted.
Why Are Black Cats Considered Bad Luck?
Are black cats bad luck? Uncover the fascinating myths and legends surrounding these enigmatic creatures and learn why they've been both feared and revered throughout history.
Cravings, Rabbits, and Witches: The Creepy Retro Explanations for Birthmarks
According to some strange old theories about the origins of birthmarks, a blemish on your behind meant you had the mark of the devil.
‘The Blair Witch Project’ Fan Theory Makes the Movie Even More Sinister
A compelling theory about 'The Blair Witch Project' offers an opportunity to watch the movie in a whole new—but equally terrifying—way.
13 Names for the Sleep Paralysis Demon from Around the World
Take a look at these 13 names from across the world that describe sleep paralysis and the demon once believed to cause it.
From the Pragmatic to the Cruel: 7 Ways King James VI and I Changed Society
From uniting the Crowns to whipping witch hunters into a frenzy, King James VI and I left his mark on history.
15 Spooky Halloween Traditions and Their Origins
Love Halloween costumes and spooky decorations? Let’s dig a little deeper and learn the creepy stories behind the holiday's traditions, from carving pumpkins to munching on candy corn.
Lost Soles: When Concealed Shoes Kept Witches Away
The folk magic tradition of concealing shoes to trap witches probably started in the Middle Ages.
17 Signs That You'd Qualify as a Witch in 1692
Discover whether you are guilty of maleficium and/or would have been accused of practicing witchcraft according to the laws and evidence used during the 1692 Salem Witch Trials.
13 Weird Old Words for Witches and Warlocks
Stick these terms in your cauldron and pass them around your coven.
Why Do Witches Often Have Warts?
The reason they’re often associated with the growths goes hand in hand with the same centuries-old superstitions that gave witches an undeservedly bad rap.
11 Facts About the Salem Witch Trials
The 1692 Salem witch trials caused so much turmoil that the Massachusetts town is still synonymous with them.
Emily Hampshire on Her New Graphic Novel, ‘Amelia Aierwood - Basic Witch’
Actress Emily Hampshire has graced TV screens in shows like '12 Monkeys,' 'Schitt’s Creek,' 'Chapelwaite,' and 'The Rig,' and now, she’s coming to bookstores, too: Her new graphic novel, 'Amelia Aierwood - Basic Witch,' is out on April 11.
The Most Popular Halloween Costume in Each State for 2022
Witches and vampires are eternally popular, but Wyoming seems to have a thing for ninjas.
The Reason Some Vermont Homes Have 'Witch Windows'
Here's how an interesting regional design quirk became a focus of superstition.
The History of 12 British Superstitions
When it comes to weird and wacky superstitions, the United Kingdom has developed some real oddities
10 Bewitching Facts About Beltane, the Ancient Gaelic Fire Festival
The centuries-old fire festival is still going strong.
Scotland Apologizes to the Victims of Its Witch Hunts After 300 Years
After Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon issued an apology to victims of the country's witch trials, an official pardon could be on the way.
Catalonia Is Posthumously Pardoning More Than 700 Victims of Its Witch Trials
Europe’s witch trials spanned several hundred years and claimed thousands of innocent lives. Catalonia is making symbolic amends.
14 Magical Gifts for Witches
Whether they're into tarot cards or 'Hocus Pocus' merchandise, these gifts will help the witch in your life embrace their magical side.