FolkloreJuly 31, 2026
Is There Really a Mermaid Legend in Greece?
Yes — Greek folklore tells of Thessalonike, half-sister of Alexander the Great, who became an immortal mermaid and questioned passing sailors in the Aegean.
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No. 4FolkloreAugust 10, 2026
The Kushtaka: Alaska’s Mysterious Land Otter Man
Alaska is known for glaciers, wildlife and breathtaking scenery—but its stories run much deeper. Discover the Tlingit tradition of the Kushtaka, the mysterious “Land Otter Man” said to move between the human world and the wild.
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No. 3FolkloreJuly 31, 2026
Is There Really a Mermaid Legend in Greece?
Greek folklore says Thessalonike, the half-sister of Alexander the Great, became an immortal mermaid — and for centuries sailors answered her one question to cross the Aegean safely.
5 min read