Today’s Creature Feature Friday takes us to Braxton County, West Virginia, where a mysterious being appeared one September evening in 1952 — and has haunted UFO and cryptid lore ever since!

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.

Every state carries its own share of eerie folklore, unexplained sightings, and shadowy figures that seem to step out of another reality entirely. And while Tennessee is where we call home now, Pennsylvania—the state we originally came from—holds its own rich history of terrifying legends and cryptid tales! With its dense Appalachian forests, endless caves, and forgotten industrial ruins, the Keystone State is crawling with monsters that have haunted locals for centuries. From small forest apes to water beasts, these are the Top 5 Legendary Monsters of Pennsylvania, legends that make even lifelong residents think twice about wandering too deep into the woods at night.

The following written confession was submitted via email: [J]ust finished listening to reloaded 110 and just wanted to briefly talk about my shadow person encounters just to add further information to the pool of encounters others have experienced. Mine happened 3 times, once one night and two times another night a few days after the first occurrence…

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.

In this crossover episode, Tony from The Confessionals Podcast joins the crew at Ninjas Are Butterflies for a deep dive into the unknown. The conversation spans government UFO cover-ups, suppressed evidence, and recent disclosure claims that hint at a far bigger mystery. From UFO conspiracies and alien agendas to cryptid legends and terrifying real-life encounters — If you’re drawn to the shadows of the unexplained, you won’t want to miss this one.

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.

Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna made headlines after revealing on The Joe Rogan Experience that Congress has seen evidence suggesting the existence of interdimensional beings and unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs). “I think that they can actually operate through the time spaces that we currently have,” Luna told Rogan. “That’s based on stuff that we’ve seen. That’s based on information that we’ve been told.” Luna explained that her statements stem from classified briefings, eyewitness testimony, and photographic evidence provided to Congress. While

In this first-ever Slingshot Nation Live, Tony shares the vision behind launching a movement of giant-slayers while diving into the deeper battles we face — from biblical accounts of an angel striking down 185,000 Assyrians overnight, to fresh stories of disclosure and fallen angels, to demonic encounters stopped in the name of Jesus. Along the way, he opens up about his personal journey, the creation of Slingshot Nation as the counter to The Confessionals, and why we’re stepping into a new season of spiritual warfare, truth, and preparation for the days ahead.

If you’re into hidden civilizations, ancient folklore, or creatures that might still be lurking in the shadows, then this week’s cryptid is one you won’t want to miss. Hawaii might be known for its tropical beauty, but it’s also home to a legend that’s been whispered about for centuries. For this Creature Feature Friday, we’re heading to the islands to meet the elusive, pint-sized mystery known as the Menehune.