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Krampus Stirs Controversy in Holiday Parades

December 19th, 2025

Krampus has gone mainstream, popping up in Christmas parades and holiday events across the U.S. That has ignited fierce backlash from Christians who see him as an unwelcome and even demonic intrusion into the holidays.

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What Is All Saints' Day?

October 27th, 2025

You've heard of Halloween on October 31st, but do you know about All Saints' Day the very next day? In contrast to the macabre Halloween, this Catholic holiday is a celebration of the saints who died for their faith.

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High School Shuts Down 'Witchy Wednesday' Following Christian Complaints

September 26th, 2025

A Florida school district just pulled the plug on “Witchy Wednesday, a student-led morning announcement program after Christian students complained it promoted paganism and demanded equal time for their faith.

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Etsy Witches: Spells, Curses, and the Rise of Online Magic for Hire

September 11th, 2025

Over the past few years, Etsy has seen a quiet explosion in sellers offering magical services. But what does it mean to hire an Etsy witch, and what are the consequences?

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Satanic "Black Mass" Sparks Catholic Outrage In Kansas

March 12th, 2025

A Satanic group is planning a controversial Black Mass at the Kansas Capitol, sparking outrage from Catholic groups who call it a blasphemous mockery of their faith which shouldn't legally be allowed to occur.

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A Demonic "Perversion"? Texas Christians Protest Krampus-themed Parade

December 4th, 2024

Christians in San Antonio, Texas are protesting an upcoming Krampus-themed parade, hoping to get it canceled. They say that it is not only unsuitable for children, but also may put their very soul in mortal peril.

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Witches: Spells Against Donald Trump "Not Working"

November 1st, 2024

Since before he was president, witches have been hexing Donald Trump, and the movement is back in full swing as election day nears. But witches report Trump may now have some sort of magical protection against hexes.

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Is Voodoo Coming to a Town Near You?

October 24th, 2024

What is Voodoo? The Haitian faith is losing stigma but still widely misunderstood in the United States, owing to pop culture misconceptions like zombies and Voodoo dolls.

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7 Strange and Barbaric "Witch Tests" Used in the Salem Witch Trials

September 30th, 2024

Could you spot a witch? During the Salem Witch Trials, several barbaric, dangerous, and downright bizarre tests were used to find "witches," from throwing them in the water to baking their urine into a cake.

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Parents Sound Alarm About "Gayest" Marvel Show Yet

September 26th, 2024

Comments from the cast of Marvel's latest TV Disney + show, 'Agatha All Along,' are causing outrage and even protests from some parents, who say kids simply should not be exposed to shows with LGBTQ+ and Pagan content.

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