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Army Gives Norse Pagan Soldier Permission to Grow Beard

May 7th, 2019

An unnamed bearded soldier from the 795th Military Police Battalion has apparently been granted the right to preserve his facial hair as a form of worship to Thor, the red-bearded, hammer-wielding Norse god known to travel in a chariot drawn by two massive goats. Continue Reading »

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"Jesus Was a Magician" Claim Christian Witches

February 27th, 2019

So-called “Christian witches” from all corners of the country are preparing to gather in Salem, Massachusetts on Easter weekend for their first official convention. Topics of discussion include why Jesus was actually a wizard, and how the Bible promotes sorcery. Continue Reading »

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Witches Furious Over Trump's Never-Ending 'Witch Hunt' References

December 17th, 2018

Many witches have taken issue with President Trump's use of the phrase "witch hunt," arguing the term is both problematic and historically inaccurate. But they're not optimistic their voices will be heard. Continue Reading »

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Rise in Exorcisms a Product of the Occult, Catholic Church Says

November 30th, 2018

In a sign of the strange times we live in, exorcisms are enjoying increased popularity the in modern occult movement. A recent story in The Atlantic suggests priests from the Catholic Church are fielding more requests for exorcisms than anytime in recent history. Continue Reading »

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Fighting MAGA With Magic: Resistance Witches Seek to Sink Trump

October 26th, 2018

You’ve probably heard of "The Resistance", a movement working to combat the Trump administration’s agenda and policy proposals. But did you know there’s also a "Magic Resistance"? Comprised of at least 13,000 neo-pagans, Wiccans, and witches, the group holds monthly meetings and casts spells on the president. Continue Reading »

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Today I Take Time to Connect with my God

February 10th, 2015

This article was submitted by guest blogger Priestess Danielle, ULCM Voodoo doctor and conjure woman. “The planet does not need more successful people. The planet desperately needs more peacemakers." Continue Reading »

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Beltane: the Gaelic May Day

April 24th, 2014

Recall the feeling of excitement at the fall of the first snowflake with the onset of winter? That feeling probably faded fast if you were living in eastern North America, which saw frigid cold temperatures. Continue Reading »

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Spring Returns with the Pagan Festival of Imbolc

February 4th, 2014

With a swath of North America experiencing snow and freezing temperatures, Spring couldn’t seem further away. Undaunted by this, many Pagans ushered in the season with Imbolc celebrations. Continue Reading »

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Samhain: Ancient Pagan Roots of Halloween

October 28th, 2013

The modern-day phenomenon of Halloween is famous for trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and monsters, but its origins lie in one of the most important dates of the Celtic year—Samhain. Continue Reading »

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Wiccans Welcome Autumn with Mabon Festivities

September 19th, 2013

As autumn arrives in the northern hemisphere, a strange change takes place in the atmosphere, with a slight nip in the air, the fragrant smell of damp soil, and the crunch of new-fallen leaves underfoot. Continue Reading »

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