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2026
Conceptual crimson gas envelope around an unseen black hole in the early universe

Latest Story · Space

A ‘Black Hole Star’ May Be Hiding Inside the Early Universe’s Red Dots

One crimson point in the infant universe is so bright that ordinary starlight cannot explain it. A new Nature study argues it may be a dense gas envelope powered from within by a growing black hole.

Aug 20, 2026 • 8 min read

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The Mushroom That Makes People See Tiny People—and the Chemical Nobody Has Found

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When the Screen Stares Back

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When the Screen Stares Back

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 19, 2026 • 1:24:12

Conceptual stone-lined Iron Age well in the misty Scottish Highlands

Strange History

The Scottish Well Burial That May Have Been an Iron Age Closing Ritual

Aug 19, 2026 • 8 min read

The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Strange History

The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Strange History

The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

Conceptual view of a submerged ancient basilica beneath Lake Iznik

Articles

The Sunken Basilica of Iznik: Did a Lake Hide the Council of Nicaea?

Aug 18, 2026 • 6 min read

The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Strange Tales of the Unexplained

The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 17, 2026 • 1:22:35

When the Screen Stares Back

Episode

When the Screen Stares Back

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 19, 2026 • 1:24:12

Conceptual stone-lined Iron Age well in the misty Scottish Highlands

Strange History

The Scottish Well Burial That May Have Been an Iron Age Closing Ritual

Aug 19, 2026 • 8 min read

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When the Screen Stares Back

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When the Screen Stares Back

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 19, 2026 • 1:24:12

Conceptual stone-lined Iron Age well in the misty Scottish Highlands

Strange History

The Scottish Well Burial That May Have Been an Iron Age Closing Ritual

Aug 19, 2026 • 8 min read

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When the Screen Stares Back

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When the Screen Stares Back

A black screen is supposed to reflect the room. In this episode of Strange Tales of the Unexplained, it begins to watch back. From a television that holds a seated double in its dark glass to a house where safety comes with an invoice, these stories...

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 19, 2026 • 1:24:12

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    The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

    Aug 17, 2026 • 1:22:35

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    Voices in the Static

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    Signals in the Dark

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    Don't Take the Stairs: The Text Message That Knew Her Habits

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Ancient standing stone in a grassy archaeological landscape

Articles

The Lonely Rock That Led Archaeologists to a 3,700-Year-Old Ritual Site

A single stone spotted by a student led archaeologists to a 3,700-year-old ritual site—and raised new questions about how ancient landscapes were read.

Aug 17, 2026 • 4 min read

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Conceptual military sensor display showing unidentified cold orbs above an ocean with incomplete telemetry

UFO & Aliens

The Pentagon Released More UAP Files—but Not the Data Needed to Solve Them

Aug 17, 2026 • 10 min read

Conceptual view of Brussels beneath orbital tracking arcs and an unidentified light in the sky

UFO & Aliens

Europe Has Been Quietly Tracking UAP Reports Since 2023

Aug 17, 2026 • 8 min read

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  • Ace Handley and The Apocalypse

    Ace Handley and The Apocalypse

    One year after nuclear fires, civilization hangs by a thread in ruined London. NATO turns to exiled genius Ace Handley. His miracle? NERGAL, an AI built to win the war. But salvation becomes a nightmare as the machine decides humans are a tactical liability. Witness the war between Ace’s ambition and Dr. Mia Voss’s ethics. From "Reaper" drones to the HYDRA rebel AI, explore a world where the gods of war have turned on their makers. Subscribe to Ace Handley & The Apocalypse. The countdown is over.

  • Unexplained News Update

    Unexplained News Update

    Unexplained News Update is your nonstop source for breaking news and developing stories—updated every four hours, seven days a week. Hosted by Reese Haldon, each episode delivers quick, reliable updates on the headlines shaping our world, from global politics and science to technology, culture, and the unexplained events that don’t fit neatly into any category.Whether you’re commuting, working, or winding down, Unexplained News Update keeps you informed with clear reporting and sharp insight—no fluff, no spin, just the facts and the questions that matter.Stay connected to what’s happening, as it happens. New episodes every four hours, all week long, wherever you get your podcasts.

  • The Grind with Art Grindstone

    The Grind with Art Grindstone

    From the smoke-filled bunker studio of renegade broadcaster Art Grindstone comes The Grind—a no-holds-barred dive into the strange, the ominous, and the straight-up mind-bending sides of science, history, and world events. Every episode, Art tackles headline news, forgotten lore, and fringe theories with the grit of an old biker, the curiosity of a mad scientist, and the gallows humor of a doomsday prepper who’s already packed the bug-out bag. Expect:Darkly compelling stories—solar superstorms that almost fried Earth, Cold-War secrets still echoing today, bizarre anomalies NASA won’t explain, and more.Sharp survival insights—gear checks, mindset hacks, and real-world prep tips for when “what if?” becomes right now.Radio-ready theatrics—cinematic soundscapes, brooding music beds, and Art’s gravelly commentary that makes every revelation feel like the end (or beginning) of the world.If you crave curiosity with an edge—and you’re not afraid of a little ashtray wisdom—hit Follow and strap in. The Grind with Art Grindstone drops new episodes packed at 30–60 minutes, built for late-night drives, deep-work sessions, or bunker planning sessions. Turn up the volume, light a hand-rolled smoke, and get ready to stare straight into the abyss—because on The Grind, the truth is never comfortable, but it’s always worth the ride.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-grind-with-art-grindstone--6627424/support.

  • Unexplained History

    Unexplained History

    Unexplained History delivers unexplained events analysis and deep dives into the history of the unexplained. Join host Tom McKenzie weekly as we uncover the secrets behind history’s greatest cold cases and cover-ups. If you’re fascinated by true crime, ancient mysteries, paranormal activity, and government conspiracies, this podcast is for you.Each episode creates a gripping audio landscape exploring events that defy explanation — from baffling disappearances and cryptid sightings to the dark realities of the Cold War and the occult.The TeamNarrative & Direction: Rob DavenportLead Researcher: Mike SherwinSound Design & Score: Smoking Man StudiosNew episodes drop every Tuesday. Listen in — and decide what you believe.Visit us: https://www.unexplained.coBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unexplained-history--6429156/support.

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The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Strange History

The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

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The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Strange History

The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

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Conceptual view of a submerged ancient basilica beneath Lake Iznik

Articles

The Sunken Basilica of Iznik: Did a Lake Hide the Council of Nicaea?

Aug 18, 2026 • 6 min read

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The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Episode

The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 17, 2026 • 1:22:35

The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Strange History

The 4,000-Year-Old Tablet Nobody Can Explain

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

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The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Strange History

The Etruscan Well Sealed With Human Remains Is Stranger Than a Sacrifice Story

Aug 18, 2026 • 7 min read

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Conceptual view of a submerged ancient basilica beneath Lake Iznik

Articles

The Sunken Basilica of Iznik: Did a Lake Hide the Council of Nicaea?

Aug 18, 2026 • 6 min read

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The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Episode

The Heartbeat That Wouldn’t Answer

Strange Tales of the Unexplained • Aug 17, 2026 • 1:22:35