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Why Do Ghosts Say “Boo”?
If linguistics is any indicator, it would appear that everybody in the spirit realm speaks Scots English.
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28 Historic British Haunted Houses You Can Visit
From grand castles to more humble country manors, the UK’s centuries-old homes have seen plenty of occupants move in over the years. And some never moved out.
The 13 Most Haunted Hotels, According to Guest Reviews
You may be in for a spooky adventure if you reserve a room at one of these hotels.
Krispy Kreme Is Celebrating Ghostbusters’ 40th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Donuts
Get ready for Halloween with Krispy Kreme’s Ghostbusters collection.
Why Do We Tell Scary Ghost Stories?
People have been telling ghost stories for thousands of years. We dive into the psychology behind why people are drawn to such terrifying tales.
Assault, Robbery, and Murder: The Dark History of “Bedsheet Ghosts”
Pretending to be a ghost was a popular pastime in 19th century England. But in London's neighborhood of Hammersmith, it could also get you killed.
6 Supposedly Haunted Libraries
Libraries are usually quiet, secluded spots. But not all are as peaceful as they may seem.
Does a Realtor Have to Disclose That a House Is Supposedly Haunted?
The answer depends on where you hope to live.
17 Scary Sayings for ‘Ghost’ From Across the United States
This spooky season, be able to tell your bugaboos from your tommyknockers.
The Hidden, Haunted Histories of 7 American Landmarks
From the Smithsonian’s “castle” to modern landmarks like the Hollywood sign, America’s most famous places bear histories of haunting.
The 20 Most Haunted Highways on Earth
Kick off the spooky season with these haunted highways from New Jersey to South Africa.
7 Supposedly Haunted Artworks
From a weeping statue to painting that moves on its own, the stories behind these supposedly haunted pieces of art are downright spooky.
10 of the Eeriest Halloween Hoaxes of All Time
Aliens in New Jersey. Ghosts in London. Satanic cults. Every Halloween brings a new round of panic thanks to hoaxers.
When the U.S. Tried to Win World War II with Radioactive Foxes
Allied officials came up with some strange strategies to win World War II. Operation Fantasia planned to use glow-in-the-dark foxes to spook Japanese forces into defeat.
Bloody Mary: Why We Think We See Ghosts in Mirrors
The spooky Bloody Mary phenomenon has a scientific explanation.
The 19th-Century “Gang of Ghosts” That Terrorized Chicago’s North Side
Discover the chilling tale of the Rowe family’s haunted household—including unseen ghosts, mysterious noises, and a lawsuit that made headlines.
8 of History’s Greatest Charlatans
One scam was convincing enough to fool George Washington.
Haunted Locations You Can Visit in All 50 States
For when you need a more immersive haunting experience.
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.
9 Facts About the 'Hell House LLC' Horror Movie Franchise
The 2015 low-budget horror flick became a massive word-of-mouth hit, and now has its very own spin-off.
The 25 Best Haunted House Movies of All Time
The haunted house is one of horror’s most time-honored tropes, a dark twisting of the place we call home into a maelstrom of terror and things that go bump in the night.
The Most Terrifying Haunted Attraction in All 50 States
From Knotts Scary Farm to Eastern State Penitentiary, these haunted attractions are worth a visit this Halloween season.