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Ancient Mesopotamian Sheep Liver Magic Predicted Trump's Rise
The polls, models, and experts didn't know what was going to happen on Election Day, but Selena Wisnom did—she read it in a sheep's liver.
Photos From the Magic Capital of the World
Colon, Michigan, was and is a beacon to magicians, circus performers and other assorted weirdos.
How One Man Is Dealing with Life After Leaving His Family's Polygamist Cult
After being banished from Salt Lake City's polygamist Mormon group the Kingston Clan, Joe Robinson tries to build a new life for himself with the help of former clan members.
Photos of a Clown-Magician Pulling Tricks and Cracking Smiles
We gave two cameras to Henry, a magician and clown who entertained at two birthday parties before showing us some magic tricks he has up his sleeve.
Black Magic and Chicken Blood: Photos of My Week with Sierra Leone's Witch Doctors
A gallery of photographer Olivia Acland's latest work from Sierra Leone where she visited doctors that use a combination of black magic and herbal medicines to cure the sick.
You Can Make a Fortune Selling Tree Seeds in Nepal
The seeds, known as rudraksha, are believed to carry mystical powers and can fetch thousands of dollars.
The Mystical Universe of Magic: The Gathering
Since the trading card game debuted in 1993, Magic: The Gathering has gone from being a niche hobby to an international phenomenon.
Legendary Skeptic James Randi Talks About Magic and Fraud
He says the most paranormal thing he's witnessed is Sophia Loren: "For someone to look that good at that age, that's almost supernatural."
Albino Activism in Tanzania: VICE News Meets Josephat Torner
VICE News traveled to Tanzania to meet with Josephat Torner, an albino activist who has dedicated his life to raising awareness and acceptance towards albinos in his country.
Patenting a Magic Trick Is Tricky Business
Performers who want to protect their tricks with the law have an uphill battle.
Witch Hunting Is a Growing Problem in Papua New Guinea
Yesterday, a government worker admitted the country has a sorcery refugee problem on its hands.
Adopting Potential Werewolves Is Routine Business for Argentine Presidents
While a werewolf Bar Mitzvah might be a joke on 30 Rock, it's also apparently a real thing that just happened in South America.