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Since the dawn of humanity, tales of monstrous creatures lurking in the shadows have sparked both fascination and fear; discussing the potential that these stories have elements of reality to them.

The UnXplained

Monsters Among Us

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During World War II, a number of persistent mysteries were born, including unexplained stories about everything from lost gold to secret societies and highly advanced technology.

Strange Stories of World War II

There's nothing more fascinating than a code that can't be cracked. For centuries, mankind has devised ingenious ways to hide valuable information--using everything from enigmatic puzzles, to complex ciphers and secret symbols. If history's unbreakable codes can be deciphered...could we unlock answers to some of the greatest mysteries of both the past and present?

Unbreakable Codes

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There are many puzzling artifacts from around the world that challenge everything known about the technological capabilities of distant ancestors; some ancient objects are so mysterious they've spawned endless debate and theories.

Strange Technology

From mysterious wounds that appear for no apparent reason, to a peculiar madness that compels people to dance themselves to death; looking at bizarre afflictions.

Bizarre Afflictions

There are many bizarre tales involving U.S. presidents that defy explanation and are still shrouded in mystery.

Strange Stories of the Presidents

During the Middle Ages, the Vikings were infamous for being a bloodthirsty band of seafaring warriors; historians are learning surprising new things about this Norse society.

Mysteries of the Vikings

Age-old mysterious ruins stand as silent sentinels from the past, with their true history seemingly erased by time; modern archaeology attempts to unravel the enigma of how and why the ancient structures were built.

Secrets of Ancient Structures

A look at whether time travel has already occurred, on purpose or by accident, and scientists who believe it is theoretically possible.

The Time Travelers

Humanity has launched satellites into outer space and submarines to the ocean floor, but the ground below Earth's surface remains shrouded in mystery.

The World Beneath Our Feet

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