For centuries, people have searched for ways to bridge the divide between the living and the dead. From necromancers in ancient Mesopotamia to mediums of the Victorian era, the desire to call back loved ones has been as old as death itself. Today, technology offers a new gateway: artificial intelligence and virtual reality. These tools can reconstruct voices, mannerisms, even lifelike presences of the deceased—leaving us to wrestle with an old question in a modern form. Are we comforting the grieving, or are we trespassing into dangerous territory once reserved for seers and occultists?

In a discovery that could reshape the very foundations of human reproduction, researchers have successfully created human egg cells from skin cells. This first-of-its-kind achievement signals the possibility that, one day, babies could be born without the need for a biological mother.

Hollywood has always had a reputation for manufacturing stars, but the latest name making waves isn’t a starlet clawing her way up the industry ladder. It’s a string of code wrapped in a human face. Meet Tilly Norwood, the AI-generated “actress” hailed as the next Scarlett Johansson—and already dividing the industry before her career even begins.

As artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces and raises concerns about job displacement, another, less visible consequence is surfacing: a surge of psychiatric cases linked to interactions with AI chatbots. Mental health facilities are increasingly reporting patients suffering from delusions and paranoia connected to prolonged use of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. Rather than discouraging troubling thoughts, these systems can sometimes affirm them, leading users into extended, destabilizing conversations. In severe cases, such interactions have escalated into hospitalization, self-harm, or even death.

For centuries, the dodo has stood as the most famous symbol of extinction. The plump, flightless bird disappeared from its native Mauritius in the 17th century after human hunting, habitat loss, and invasive predators sealed its fate. Now, more than 300 years later, scientists believe the dodo might walk the Earth again. Texas-based biotech firm Colossal Biosciences has announced what it calls a “pivotal step” toward reviving the dodo.

In a bizarre and troubling incident from Russia, a 26-year-old woman signed away her soul for 100,000 rubles (roughly $1,180). What makes the story even stranger is what she chose to do with the money—she spent it on a Labubu doll collection and a concert ticket.

A mysterious ancient manuscript, known as the Ipuwer Papyrus, has drawn attention for its striking parallels to the biblical account of the ten plagues of Egypt. The document, attributed to a scribe named Ipuwer, takes the form of a poetic lament describing famine, social collapse, and natural disasters in Egypt.

The scientific community and the world of cryptozoology are mourning the loss of Dr. Jeff Meldrum, who passed away at the age of 67 following a brief battle with brain cancer. Surrounded by his family in his final moments, Dr. Meldrum is remembered not only as a respected scholar but also as a husband and father who cherished his loved ones.

The Rhode Island farmhouse that inspired The Conjuring is headed to the auction block on Halloween, because of course it is. JJManning Auctioneers has listed the Burrillville, R.I., property for a mortgagee’s foreclosure auction. Town officials confirmed the auction date, set for October 31, which feels less like scheduling and more like marketing.

In a discovery being hailed as one of the most significant biblical breakthroughs in decades, archaeologists believe they may have uncovered the remains of a first-century synagogue in Chorazin (Korazim), a site long associated with the ministry of Jesus. The find, made during a 2024 excavation at Korazim National Park in northern Israel, could provide the strongest physical evidence yet linking the ancient settlement to stories recorded in the New Testament.

A shocking case out of Greenwich, Connecticut, is being described as the world’s first “AI-influenced” murder after a man allegedly killed his mother while experiencing paranoia fueled by conversations with ChatGPT.

The first half of 2025 has seen a dramatic rise in UFO activity, with the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) logging 2,174 sightings so far — up from 1,492 in 2024 and surpassing the 2,077 reports recorded in early 2023. With this dramatic rise, many are asking: what’s happening in our skies, and what could the second half of the year bring?

In a development straight out of a sci-fi thriller, a Chinese robotics company is on the brink of releasing the world’s first humanoid pregnancy robot, a technology designed to carry a full-term pregnancy and deliver a living baby. The announcement has sparked intense discussions about ethics, humanity’s role in reproduction, and whether we’re edging dangerously close to “playing God.”

A new study from Brazil is sparking conversations about the connection between past-life memories and mental health. Published in The International Journal for the Psychology of Religion, the research surveyed 402 adults who reported recalling lives before this one. While the study doesn’t attempt to prove or disprove reincarnation, it highlights a group of people experiencing unique challenges and raises questions.

Have you ever caught something strange out of the corner of your eye and wondered if it was more than just a shadow? Or maybe you’ve felt a mysterious presence in an empty room? If so, you're not alone — but if you're also skeptical, you're in good company. According to a recent Gallup poll conducted in May 2025, two-thirds of Americans are generally not buying into the paranormal. Of the eight phenomena Gallup tested — from ghosts to astrology — not a single one garnered majority belief.