News
Discovery of Saxon sword sheds new light on British population
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Our UK correspondent Liz Williams reports on findings suggesting that individuals buried at Sutton Hoo and similar sites may have been soldiers who served in the Byzantine army
Paganism
Witch marks at Gainsborough
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Centuries-old witch marks, carved symbols for protection against evil, have been discovered at Gainsborough Old Hall. These apotropaic marks, steeped in folklore and mystery, reveal a fascinating glimpse into medieval and Tudor beliefs.
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Pagans React to Recent Stonehenge News
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We share a recap of the recent events and findings at Stonehenge, as well as Pagan reactions to new research suggesting that the Altar Stone originates in Scotland.
Paganism
Chalice Well: the removal of the Mother and Child statue
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The recent removal and subsequent reinstatement of a Mother and Child statue at Glastonbury’s Chalice Well, due to its association with controversial artist Eric Gill, sparked a significant outcry from diverse spiritual communities, highlighting the site’s significance and leading to an apology from the trustees and ongoing efforts to address the concerns of all involved.
News
National events remember Scotland’s accused witches
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The names of some 4,000 people, all falsely accused of witchcraft, were read aloud in a remembrance event earlier in June. The Creative Coven, a group of female artists whose work has been inspired by the Scottish witch trials, also organized an event to educate about the historical persecution.