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Ancient alien theories have been debated for decades, but how much do you know about the claim extraterrestrials played a role in the development of ancient civilisations?

Three-quarters of respondents believe in the existence of psychic abilities, while 60% say there should be more regulations to prevent fraudulent practices.

The Barnum Effect is where people believe vague, general statements apply specifically to them, despite them being broad enough to apply to almost anyone.

The seeming rise in demons in paranormal shows is a trend that can't be ignored, but the majority of television viewers think this trend has been 'overdone'.

It seems some fans of the paranormal are turning their back on mainstream television in search of what they deem to be more credible ghost hunting content on YouTube.

It may come as no surprise to some, but the majority of television viewers watching ghost hunting shows feel that they inaccurately portray the real world of paranormal investigation.

Illusory correlation refers to a psychological phenomenon where people mistakenly believe there is a relationship between two events, even when no connection exists.

We recently conducted a survey about Ouija boards, the results are now in and show that most think that the negative portrayal of spirit boards in popular culture is misleading.

Questions on the historical figures who have popularised past-life regression in modern times to the deep, introspective techniques used during sessions.

While more people than ever are embracing the spooky season with costumes, treats, and decorations, actual participation is still modest compared to some other seasonal events.

We've put together a mixtape with a selection of spooky-theme dance tracks, plus remixes of ghostly favourites and some of the best themes from horror movies.

Which supernatural and horror movies does a real ghost hunter watch to get in the mood for Halloween?

As Halloween approaches we often hear that The Veil between the worlds is thin leading to an increase of paranormal activity and spirit contact, but why?

A study into the most frightening films characters ever revealed the star of The Silence of the Lambs, is the villain who sends the most chills down our spines.

A new survey tasked 2,000 movie lovers to pick the best horror movie of all time and found The Exorcist made a head-turning finish in first place.

How much do you know about the history of Halloween, different traditions from around the world and references to Halloween in pop culture?

Every Halloween you dig out or stream your favourite classic horror movies, you've probably seen them over and over again, but how much do you remember about them?

Seven long-forgotten and unusual Halloween rituals from around the world, most of which relate to welcoming back the spirits of loved ones and, strangely enough, matchmaking.

On Halloween night 1992, Michael Parkinson welcomed viewers on BBC One to a show called 'Ghostwatch' with the words the programme you're about to watch is a unique live investigation of the supernatural.

The funniest and best jokes about Halloween, ghosts and monsters, guaranteed no bad jokes about ice cream or no body to go with.

We went on a Halloween adventure to explore the myths, legends, and ghostly tales of Wookey Hole Caves on an rare lights-out tour of the Somerset attraction.

Richard Felix took to YouTube, inviting viewers to join him by a roaring fire as he shared some Halloween ghost stories, including a personal encounter.

On Halloween night twenty years ago, I set out on my very first ghost hunt at Hortham Hospital, a sprawling, abandoned mental hospital just outside of Bristol.

For over three decades, 'The Simpsons' has brought audiences its annual Halloween specials, here's a look back at the best-rated 'Treehouse of Horror' episodes according to IMDb.

If you're looking for something to get you in the Halloween mood, we've put together a list of 'Inside No. 9' episodes that are perfect for spooky season.

Did you spend part of your childhood watching the sectors in 'X-Copy' fill up while disks copied?

We've scoured TripAdvisor reviews to bring you the best haunted places you can visit this Halloween, each location has been highly rated by travellers.

A survey of 2,000 horror, mystery, thriller and true crime readers found more than three in five spooky say they could solve a real-life mystery, according to a recent survey.

Most paranormal teams don't get the full benefit of what full spectrum cameras have to offer and end up limiting their potential due to the environment they use them in.

The principle of replication is a fundamental concept not just in psychology but in all of science, and it should be applied to the field of paranormal research.

The principle of replication is a fundamental concept not just in psychology but in all of science, and it should be applied to the field of paranormal research.

For some psychics working as a medium can be a big earner, but there are some within the paranormal community who don't think money should change hands where mediumship is concerned.

For some psychics working as a medium can be a big earner, but there are some within the paranormal community who don't think money should change hands where mediumship is concerned.

From telepathy to psychometry, try our quiz and find out how much you know about the range of psychic abilities that fall under the umbrella of extrasensory perception.

From telepathy to psychometry, try our quiz and find out how much you know about the range of psychic abilities that fall under the umbrella of extrasensory perception.

As a fan of the Amiga version of Jaleco's 'Rod-Land', I wanted to see if I could port the lost levels from the arcade version over to the Amiga as a second instalment of the game.

Explore the psychic concept of sensitives, the traits and abilities associated with those who identify as sensitive, and learn about the debate over their existence.

Explore the psychic concept of sensitives, the traits and abilities associated with those who identify as sensitive, and learn about the debate over their existence.

Confirmation bias is our psychological tendency to favour information that confirms our existing beliefs or expectations, regardless of whether it is true.

Confirmation bias is our psychological tendency to favour information that confirms our existing beliefs or expectations, regardless of whether it is true.

There are plenty of UFO hotspots around the world some are very famous like Rachel in Nevada, but there's also some less well known places that actually have quite a high frequency of UFO sightings.

There are plenty of UFO hotspots around the world some are very famous like Rachel in Nevada, but there's also some less well known places that actually have quite a high frequency of UFO sightings.

A cold caller offered me a free trial of their AI website builder.

A cold caller offered me a free trial of their AI website builder.

Some paranormal investigators claim that Einstein has offered a scientific basis for the existence of ghosts, based on his findings that energy cannot be created nor destroyed.

Some paranormal investigators claim that Einstein has offered a scientific basis for the existence of ghosts, based on his findings that energy cannot be created nor destroyed.

From classic hits like 'Beetlejuice' and 'Ghostbusters', to recent gems like 'Zombieland', these films are must-sees for fans of the supernatural and comedy genres.

From classic hits like 'Beetlejuice' and 'Ghostbusters', to recent gems like 'Zombieland', these films are must-sees for fans of the supernatural and comedy genres.

How much do you know the paranormal investigation technique known as the Estes Method and the history behind it?

The spectral frequency display gives you a visual representation of the audio frequencies that make up an EVP recording, helping you to identify and isolate the voice.