Death, or a Season of Change
For those who celebrate, today is the astronomical Samhain, a time when the sun is at 15 degrees Scorpio. The upcoming new moon in Scorpio is on Monday, November 9.…
Researcher argues Verica, who incited the Roman invasion of Britain, was a woman
A new paper lays out evidence to suggest that Verica, a Briton king whose overthrow around 43 CE led to the Roman invasion of Britain by the Emperor Claudius, was…
Pagan Community Notes: Week of November 5, 2026
In this week’s Pagan Community Notes, Rev. Kirk White wins reelection in Vermont, an Appalachian history offers perspective on today’s “witch” slurs, and Etsy’s spell wears off as Witches take…
The Hounds Brought Back Archaeology News While We Were Distracted
The Hounds brought back some archaeology news while were watching the Midterms! This week, ancient Egyptian mysteries, Roman protective charms, Pompeian treasures, and a possible Japanese shrine priestess reveal fascinating…
Editorial: Blue Candles and Christian Nationalism
Conservative Christian outlets condemn election spells while promoting prayers for political intervention. Let’s look at that double standard, its connection to Christian nationalism, and the democratic principle that all citizens…
Stun Gun Wielding Preacher Arrested in Salem after Alleged Threat
An Ohio man faces assault and firearms charges after allegedly activating a stun gun during a Salem street preaching dispute, amid complaints about aggressive proselytizing near the city’s Bewitched statue.…
Tiny Witch: A Game for the Morning After Samhain
Looking for something cozy and Witchy on the day after Samhain? Beatrix Kondo recommends Tiny Witch, a game from the indie Brazilian developer Creative Hand. Continue reading Tiny Witch: A…
Blessed Samhain
TWH wishes our readers in the northern half of the world a blessed Samhain and in the southern half a happy Beltane. Continue reading Blessed Samhain at The Wild Hunt.
Four Horrors for Halloween
Karl E.H. Seigfried invites you to get your Halloween weekend started right with one of these horrific films, including THE DEVILS (1971), MESSIAH OF EVIL (1974), MARTIN (1977), and THE…
Pagan Community Notes: Week of October 29, 2026
In this week’s Pagan Community Notes, we welcome Samhain in North and Beltaine in the South, explore Halloween around the world, brave Mercury retrograde, and Cherry Hills shares an opportunity…