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Researching Myths, Legends and Folklore on the Web

I’ve said it before, although, perhaps not at this blog, but I love the internet. It contains among other things, a huge goldmine of information and texts on myths, legends and folklore. Read more

A New Reading of the Mysterious Oak Island Inscriptions

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — For the past two centuries, the tunnels of Nova Scotia’s Oak Island have piqued the imagination of historians and treasure hunters alike. Now, a new theory by First Nations researcher Keith Ranville may add fresh speculation to the mystery. Based on a unique reading of an inscription once found in the “Money Pit,” Mr. Ranville believes that the answer to the riddle may be found on nearby Birch Island. Read more

Clues to a Sequel for National Treasure 3?

When I watched ‘National Treasure - Book of Secrets’ recently I got the distinct impression that there were clues to another sequel. Read more

BC Legends and Mascots

Growing up in British Columbia, one is surrounded in legends and various legendary creatures. So, its not too strange that a brewing company (Kokanee mmmm…) would adopt the sasquatch as one of its ongoing advertising themes. But this post isn’t about the Kokanee Girls and their search for sasquatch. Read more

Yeti Prints Found?

Sci Fi’s “Destination Truth” crew were in Nepal last week, investigating yeti sightings and they think they may have found some yeti footprints. Read more