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Witches Are Trying to Figure Out Whose Spell Gave Trump COVID-19
Witches have been casting spells on the president since he was inaugurated. His COVID-19 diagnosis fell on a suspiciously auspicious date.
Photos of Russian Pagans Burning Stuff for the Gods
There's no party like a Russian 'Rodnover' party.
Meet Christmas Goddess Perchta, a Belly-Slitting, Half-Woman Demon
If you were naughty, Perchta would enter your home while you slept, disembowel you, and stuff the cavity with rocks.
The Real Legend of Mongfind, the Witch-Queen Who Inspired Halloween
A direct descendent of Samhain is the spooky reason for the season.
Pessimist Melds Techno with Drum and Bass on Roiling New Track
"Astrous" is off his forthcoming pagans EP.
Meeting the UK's Top Pagan Police Officer
Andy Pardy is the founder of the Police Pagan Association, which has essentially become an occult investigation team, investigating ritualistic displays and horse maimings.
The Men Who Love to Worship Satan and Summon Demons
As more young women get into paganism and crystal work, men are also turning to the occult for answers, power, and good Tinder pick up lines.
Stonehenge Stoners and Worshipping Wizards: 12 Hours at the World’s Biggest Pagan Party
We traveled to Stonehenge on the summer solstice—one of the most sacred days for pagans—to find out if the event's spiritual significance has survived the recent influx of drunken revelers.
The Best Witchy Style from New York's Annual Pagan Festival
At the fifth annual WitchsFest, attendees accessorized with healing crystals, lots of leather, and, on one occasion, an iguana on a leash.
Witch Trials: There Is Nothing Magical About Being a Pagan in Prison
From his cell, William Rouser waged a decades-long legal battle with the California Correction System for Wiccan rights, incense, and candles. He's one of many in the fight to get prisons to recognize and accommodate the religion.
The Broadly Guide to Celebrating the Summer Solstice
Today is the day the sun sits directly above the Tropic of Cancer, appearing to stand still as the longest day of the year rolls out over the sky. Get your herbs ready, witches!
Nothing Says Springtime Like a Coven of Witches Chilling in the Park
We attended the seventh annual May Day celebration with New York's Grailwood Coven, a group of witches who honor female energy with their craft.