Horror Report

Author: Horror Reporter

  • Aliens on the senate floor.

    Aliens on the senate floor.

    Sen. John Kennedy, the well-known and outspoken senator who has provided the internet with countless memes and offbeat committee-room moments, has done it again. This time, it was during a speech about radioactive shrimp from Walmart.

    With his trademark flair, Kennedy brought out a giant cardboard photo of the alien from the movie Alien. At one point, he even joked that we might become the alien ourselves if we ate radioactive shrimp. But then, in classic Kennedy fashion, he pivoted to a serious note. And no matter your political party, he had a point.

    Countries like the United Kingdom and China do a much better job inspecting their food imports than the United States does. Kennedy reminded us that while “radioactive shrimp from Indonesia” sounds absurd, it’s not isolated. Since that frozen shrimp recall, more recalls have popped up—cooked shrimp, shrimp cocktail—across stores like Walmart and Kroger nationwide.

    Kennedy didn’t mince words: it’s unconscionable that our system lets this happen. The isotope found in the shrimp isn’t some minor contaminant—it’s dangerous, deadly even. And the truth is, this probably won’t be the last time something like this happens.

    So yes, we got the meme-worthy image of an alien propped up on the Senate floor. But behind the humor, there’s a serious conversation we should be having about food safety in America.

  • Horror trivia: William Shatner played Freddy Voorhees from the Halloween on Elm Street The 13th movie

    Horror trivia: William Shatner played Freddy Voorhees from the Halloween on Elm Street The 13th movie


    At this point, it’s not even trivia anymore—everyone knows that William Shatner’s face became the face of Michael Myers in Halloween. Horror fans have repeated this story for almost half a century: John Carpenter’s low-budget film needed a mask, so the crew went to a store, grabbed a William Shatner Star Trek mask, slathered it in white paint, widened the eye holes, and—voilà—the Shape was born.

    So, last night I stumbled across a nostalgic TikTok clip of William Shatner himself talking to Conan O’Brien back in the ’90s about this very thing. What should have been a fun exchange quickly turned into a painful mess. Shatner and Conan mixed up Jason and Freddy, the audience shouted out Friday the 13th when the real answer was Halloween, and Andy Richter, joking about being a “slasher movie connoisseur,” still couldn’t get the facts straight.

    In fairness, this may not have been as WELL KNOWN in the 90s–perhaps it was more of obscure trivia compared to the amount of knowledge people have today of horror and the Halloween films.. but when your face is the base for a horror icon, you’d think you would have gotten it right? (This aired in November 1997)..



    The whole segment is a horror fan’s worst nightmare—not because of Michael Myers, but because of how wrong everyone managed to be. It’ll make you wince, but it’s worth a watch..

    For some more reading, check out our October 2022 post about the aging Shape.. the fate of the original Myers mask and how it looked then.. It is falling apart..

  • Strange bruisings on the Conjuring

    Strange bruisings on the Conjuring

    Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return in the newest Conjuring film, set to release September 5th. This time, the movie dives into the Warrens’ reported run-ins with the paranormal activity at the infamous Smurl household in Pennsylvania — one of the state’s most debated haunting cases from the 1970s and 80s.

    Farmiga, however, made headlines recently when she told E! Online that she’s been experiencing what she feels could be real-life paranormal aftereffects while filming. She even showed mysterious bruises that she says appeared on her body during production. When asked why she hasn’t spoken about it much, Farmiga explained that she feels caught “between a rock and a hard place” — trying to promote a film while also dealing with unexplained, unsettling events.

    Fan reaction to her comments has been divided. Some think it’s a clever marketing push, adding “extra spice” to the movie’s promotion. Others defend her, pointing out that the Conjuring films have a history of eerie stories connected to their productions. (In fact, on previous sets, crew members have reported strange occurrences, and Patrick Wilson himself has admitted to experiencing unsettling dreams while filming.)

    Whether you believe Farmiga’s claims or chalk them up to PR, you can’t deny it’s the perfect kind of buzz for a movie centered around the Smurl haunting — a case already drenched in skepticism, controversy, and supernatural lore.

  • A haboob may have destroyed your orgy plans at Burning Man

    A haboob may have destroyed your orgy plans at Burning Man



    Well, some might call this an Old Testament moment: good old-fashioned divine smiting of sinners. But the truth? A haboob—that’s a massive dust storm, for the uninitiated—just demolished the legendary Orgy Dome at Burning Man.

    Over on the Orgy Dome’s official Instagram, Burning Man shared:

    “Our build team worked so hard this past week to erect our lovely space. Unfortunately, the winds yesterday undid all that labor and wrecked our structure. We are still here and thankfully safe, we hope to gift the playa with some workshops and will keep you updated.”



    A harsh twist of playa fate, indeed. The dome is down. Nature wins.

    According to outlets, a brutal dust storm barreled through Black Rock City over the weekend, unleashing wind gusts of up to 50 mph, turning visibility to near zero, destroying campsites and even art installations—like the “Black Cloud” inflatable—while sending thousands of Burners into hours-long traffic delays. 

    That means if you’re planning on attending Burning Man this year, it’s probably a good idea to have an alternate orgy plan—one that can survive 50 mph haboob winds.

  • Black-and-blue Donald

    Black-and-blue Donald



    There is high drama today surrounding the health of the president. The 79-year-old commander-in-chief, Donald Trump, has been spotted several times with strange bruising on his hand. Last week, he appeared to be using white makeup to cover the marks. But during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office today, the dark black-and-blue bruising was clearly visible once again — the same type of discoloration that has now been observed multiple times. News outlets, including the Drudge Report, have elevated this to top-story status.



    For those following the paranormal angle, there’s been a wave of chatter on TikTok. Several self-proclaimed psychics claimed they were in communication with spirits who warned that August 23rd would be a “dark day” for the President. Well, it’s now August 24th — the day has passed with no catastrophe. Unless, of course, you interpret “darkness” as the black-and-blue bruising on his right hand.

    Either way, the questions about Trump’s health remain. Many will continue to watch closely as speculation grows, not only about the mysterious hand bruising but also about ongoing reports of swelling in his legs and other unexplained physical changes.

    As this story develops, the speculation will only deepen — whether you’re looking at it through the lens of politics, health, or even the there are normal aspects of entities telling us what will happen during in current events.

  • The $200 million Weapons

    The $200 million Weapons

    KpopDemon Hunters may have clinched the top spot at the box office this weekend with an $18 million debut, but it doesn’t take away from what has been an absolutely amazing summer of horror. The movie Weapons is about to cross a milestone — the $200 million mark worldwide.

    As of now, ticket sales for the R-rated horror film stand at $199.4 million globally. Over the weekend alone, Weapons pulled in $13.2 million from 74 overseas markets, bringing its international tally to $83 million after just three weekends of release.

    In the U.S., the film has grossed $115.9 million so far. Overseas, its strongest markets have been the United Kingdom ($11 million), Mexico ($7.5 million), and France ($5.6 million). These are seriously impressive numbers for an original horror film — especially one with a modest $38 million budget from Warner Bros…

  • Ny POST: Paramount eyes massive round of job cuts in early November

    Ny POST: Paramount eyes massive round of job cuts in early November

    It will be a turkey of a Thanksgiving for thousands of Paramount employees.

    The media giant is targeting early November for what one insider called an epic “bloodbath” — a massive round of layoffs following its merger with Hollywood studio Skydance Media, The Post has learned.

    Jeff Shell — the former NBCUniversal boss tapped by Skydance as Paramount’s new president — has told managers at the home to Paramount Pictures, CBS, MTV and Showtime to start compiling “kill lists,” a source with knowledge said.

    Read the full story..

    Developing..

  • Ok.. we have an opinion on the great Cracker Barrel logo debate of 2025

    Ok.. we have an opinion on the great Cracker Barrel logo debate of 2025

    Cracker Barrel’s New Logo Misses the Mark…

    But here’s the thing, that’s not why I don’t like the logo. I don’t even care to pick a political side. I’m just sick of businesses stripping out every last speck of personality and replacing it with a soulless minimalist brand, like someone took the heart out of the place.

    Remember Ruby Tuesday? Loud atmosphere, onion-straw burgers, sugary margaritas, neon décor, music blasting? … chaotic, over-the-top—just fun. Remember McDonald’s with playgrounds and colorful walls, where kids ran around and old folks lounged with their coffee? Today it’s all grey, sterile, silent… more like a dentist office than a place to eat.

    This trend isn’t limited to restaurants. Inside our own homes, open-concept kitchens, grey walls, zero character are suddenly “in.” Bring back the wood paneling. Bring back the burgundy. Bring back some damn charm.

    As for Cracker Barrel—well, time will tell. Their stock is down. People are picking a side now: eat there or boycott it. But think about it—nobody ever called Cracker Barrel fine dining. It wasn’t about that. It was about the experience—the front country store, the peg game at every table, the sense of stepping into something nostalgic.

    Now, with the logo gone and the interiors “modernized,” that experience is fading. The soul is slipping away, and what’s left is just another bland, forgettable brand.

    Now the real question is, what does Mr. Mike from Cracker Barrel actually think?

  • Erik Menendez denied parole

    Erik Menendez denied parole

    Erik Menendez was denied parole during his first-ever parole hearing on Thursday, 36 years and one day after he and his brother killed their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez.

    Erik Menendez, 54, attended the nearly 10-hour hearing via video from the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. The board said he can next be eligible for parole in three years.

    The board based its decision on multiple factors, including: his behavior in prison; burglaries he participated in before the murders; and the killing of his mother

    You can read the full story here

    A part of the reason was, because despite what people have said, the judge stated that Menendez was not the model prisoner. And the murder of his mother showed an extra amount of time, lack of compassion and empathy..

    .Facebook support groups are helping Menendez brothers fans other through this dark time… <insert sarcastic voice>

  • A new Halloween game coming out in 2026 looks incredible

    A new Halloween game coming out in 2026 looks incredible

    Now this looks like an amazing game coming out next year.

    The world premiere trailer has revealed Halloween: The Game—an immersive, stealth-based horror title based on John Carpenter’s 1978 classic. The game is set to release in 2026 for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.

    Of course, the internet wasted no time weighing in. Some critics are already dismissing it as just another horror title recycled from familiar mechanics seen in other games. But for Halloween fans? That hardly matters. This could finally be the Halloween game we’ve all been waiting for.

    We do have one small criticism, though. Michael Myers doesn’t look like the infamous William Shatner mask. Instead… he looks a little too much like Spock from Star Trek.