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What is the Difference Between Voodoo and Hoodoo?

March 17th, 2023

Voodoo and Hoodoo: What's the difference? Many, even those involved in the realm of witchcraft, falsely believe that these are two words that mean the same thing, but Voodoo and Hoodoo are very different. Continue Reading »

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Connecticut Reckons With Its Dark Past of Executing People for Witchcraft

February 13th, 2023

The state of Connecticut is considering exonerating the men and women accused of (and executed for) witchcraft in the 1600s. Critics say it's a waste of time, but advocates argue it's never too late for justice. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 36 Comments »

Is This Middle School Mural 'Satanic'? Some Say Yes

October 26th, 2022

Is this mural Satanic? A new mural at a Grant, Michigan middle school is being accused of being Satanic. The mural, painted by a student, has drawn accusations of witchcraft by outraged local parents. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan, Political & Religious Controversy | 175 Comments »

New Zealand's "Official Wizard" Fired After 23 Years on the Job

October 21st, 2021

New Zealand's letting the world's only taxpayer-funded wizard go after two decades of service. The city of Christchurch's 'Official Wizard' won't have his contract renewed in December, ending his lengthy, magical tenure. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 55 Comments »

Man Sues Psychic Over Failure to Remove Witch's Curse

October 14th, 2021

A California man is suing a psychic for $25,000 in damages after she failed to remove a curse that she says his ex-girlfriend placed on him. When the service is supernatural, can you really sue for failure to deliver? Continue Reading »

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Witches Gather Online to Hex the Taliban

September 3rd, 2021

They've hexed President Trump, Brett Kavanaugh, the police, and now they're hexing the Taliban. Witches are organizing online, sharing spells and chants in an effort to damage the Taliban and protect Afghan women. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 107 Comments »

Proof Hexes Work? Trump's COVID-19 Diagnosis Emboldens Witches

October 15th, 2020

Witches are claiming that their hexes against President Trump are responsible for his recent COVID-19 diagnosis, pointing to his October 1st diagnosis, the 2020 date of the harvest moon. Is it proof witchcraft is real? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 133 Comments »

Witches Join Black Lives Matter Movement, Cast Spells to 'Hex' Police

June 9th, 2020

Witches are showing their support for Black Lives Matter under the #WitchesForBLM hashtag. Drawing from the power of the recent full moon, they're casting support spells for protesters, and hexing the police. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 101 Comments »

Even in the Face of Persecution, Witchcraft Movement Grows

May 21st, 2020

Witchcraft is on a meteoric rise in America, due to growing interest in crystals and astrology combined with lack of faith in traditional institutions like churches. The movement has been dubbed the 'witch Renaissance'. Continue Reading »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan | 97 Comments »

"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 »

Posted in: Pagan & Wiccan, Political & Religious Controversy | 100 Comments »