Society & Culture
883 sites
Subcategories:
- Genealogy & Family History (140)
- Religion & Spirituality (74)
- History (162)
- Philosophy (121)
- Paranormal & Occult (42)
- Subcultures (333)
https://icedincantation.neocities.org/
Seline's Digital Lair is a gothic-flavored personal site on Neocities, featuring dark aesthetics, coffin imagery, and an ankh motif that signal a goth or dark alternative subculture vibe. The landing page sets an atmospheric tone with old-web styling, best viewed on desktop, hinting at occult and mature dark themes within.
https://howtosavetheworld.ca/
Dave Pollard's long-running blog tackles civilization's collapse, free will, ecological crisis, and the search for a more meaningful way to live, blending personal essays with sharp cultural criticism. The site features original short stories, poems, and satire alongside deeply considered posts on philosophy, collapse theory, and the nature of human conditioning.
http://castlesontheweb.com/
Castles on the Web is a comprehensive directory and resource dedicated to castles from around the world, featuring thousands of user-submitted photos, castle tours, a glossary of medieval terms, heraldry, myths and legends, and even a castle-of-the-day feature. With sections covering accommodations in real castles, books, medieval studies, and pages designed for kids, this site serves as a thorough hub for castle enthusiasts of all ages.
http://studiesoftheparanormal.com/
Studies of the Paranormal is a comprehensive reference site covering ghosts, hauntings, EVP, ESP, poltergeists, shadow people, and dozens of other supernatural phenomena with dedicated articles and photo galleries. With sections ranging from beginner ghost hunting to advanced techniques, the Bell Witch, the Bermuda Triangle, and a paranormal dictionary, it aims to be a serious educational resource for those curious about the unexplained.
https://alexbilson.dev/
Alex Bilson's personal site blends his work as a senior software engineer with his identity as a church-planter and Christian thinker, organized through a unique 'plants and stones' system of original writing and curated quotes. The site features a ship's log going back to 2020, thematic 'gardens' grouping related notes, and a searchable archive of writings on faith, fear, and spiritual formation.
https://benjaminrosshoffman.com/
Benjamin Ross Hoffman's personal blog applies rigorous rational criticism to philosophy, economics, politics, and ethics, with a notable series dissecting the Effective Altruism movement and its structural flaws. Posts range from Hegelian dialectics and macroeconomic theory to sharp critiques of GiveWell, OpenAI, and charitable institutions, making it a dense and intellectually ambitious read.
https://hgftx.org/
The Houston Genealogical Forum is a Texas-based genealogy society offering members resources for surname research, shared interest groups, and access to their publication 'The Genealogical Record.' The site features upcoming events, courthouse visit recaps, free public data files, and local and regional research resources for anyone tracing their family history.
http://philosophers.org/Home.html
The Street Philosophers Society of Hong Kong runs this bilingual portal dedicated to exploring philosophy and music, with sections covering Chinese and Western philosophy, philosophical links, music theory, and an open forum for discussion. Built as a cultural bridge for Chinese readers curious about Western thought, the site also features blogs, a wiki, a marketplace for books and instruments, and a commentary section called Open Society focused on Hong Kong and world affairs.
http://cyndislist.blogspot.com/
Cyndi Ingle's companion blog to the legendary CyndisList.com, a free categorized index of genealogical resources on the Internet that has been running since 1996. Here she shares tips, advice, personal reflections, and updates about the main directory, making it a must-visit for anyone tracing family history online.
https://surnamesupersearch.com/
Created by Ian Mold, this site aggregates free genealogy search engines covering over 9 billion records across passenger lists, census data, cemetery records, military rosters, and immigration databases from dozens of countries. It serves as a one-stop directory for family history researchers, linking to major resources like Ellis Island, Castle Garden, RootsWeb, and the Mormon Church's International Genealogical Index.