Hollywood has always had a reputation for manufacturing stars, but the latest name making waves isn’t a starlet clawing her way up the industry ladder. It’s a string of code wrapped in a human face. Meet Tilly Norwood, the AI-generated “actress” hailed as the next Scarlett Johansson—and already dividing the industry before her career even begins.

As artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces and raises concerns about job displacement, another, less visible consequence is surfacing: a surge of psychiatric cases linked to interactions with AI chatbots. Mental health facilities are increasingly reporting patients suffering from delusions and paranoia connected to prolonged use of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. Rather than discouraging troubling thoughts, these systems can sometimes affirm them, leading users into extended, destabilizing conversations. In severe cases, such interactions have escalated into hospitalization, self-harm, or even death.

Every state in America carries a story of tragedy, mystery, and lingering spirits. From crumbling asylums to quiet cemeteries, these places reflect our fascination with the supernatural. Since National Ghost Hunting Day falls on the last Saturday of September, it’s a fitting time to explore the legends. But a word of warning: ghost hunting itself can be risky—not only because of trespassing or unsafe conditions in abandoned places, but also because of the very real spiritual dangers that may come from seeking out the paranormal. Instead, let’s take a journey through history and folklore to see which haunted site looms largest in each state.

For centuries, the dodo has stood as the most famous symbol of extinction. The plump, flightless bird disappeared from its native Mauritius in the 17th century after human hunting, habitat loss, and invasive predators sealed its fate. Now, more than 300 years later, scientists believe the dodo might walk the Earth again. Texas-based biotech firm Colossal Biosciences has announced what it calls a “pivotal step” toward reviving the dodo.

In a bizarre and troubling incident from Russia, a 26-year-old woman signed away her soul for 100,000 rubles (roughly $1,180). What makes the story even stranger is what she chose to do with the money—she spent it on a Labubu doll collection and a concert ticket.

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?