News and Investigations

The Phillip Lee Report
Read our report on the IIG's August 2011 Preliminary Test of Clairaudience for the $50,000 Paranormal Challenge. The Phillip Lee Report includes photos and video.

October 2011 News Update
The leaves have died, but our sense of skeptical curiosity remains alive and well! Our star-watcher returns, and former claimant Anita Ikonen announces she will soon "go woo." As we wave goodbye to Anita's various "contributions" to skepticism, we can take solace in our awesome new Clairaudient Test video! Links and more inside our October update.

September 2011 News Update
And the award goes to…IIG’s September News Update! Read about our recent “Iiggy” Awards Show honoring Ray Hyman, Bad Universe and more, view pictures from our fantastic (and highly exclusive) annual party, and see Jim Underdown probed live on stage by a miniature UFO. Also in this update: Dragon*Con finishes with a roar, Mark & Susan communicate with the undead, and several IIG members and friends land some fantastically shameless plugs for the group. Happy autumn, everyone!

August 2011 News Update
What does Clairaudient Claimant Phillip Lee have in common with a vicious honey badger? They both feature prominently in our August News Update! More info on these, our Steering elections, and other fascinating IIG projects available inside…with pictures, too!

The Odds Must Be Crazy
Check out the new site from IIG Steering Members Jarrett Kaufman and Wendy Hughes. The Odds Must Be Crazy is a collection of amazing coincidences, astounding synchronicity, and mind-blowing statistics that put the incredible moments of every day life in perspective.

The Regen Traynor Report
Our full investigation into Regen Traynor’s claim that he can telepathically transmit images of playing cards to a receiver.

Power Balance Bracelets
An ongoing investigation into the claims made by the makers of Power Balance bracelets.

The Anita Ikonen Report
Our full investigation of Anita Ikonen's claim that she can see inside the human body.

California Board of Registered Nursing Investigation
Read the saga of the IIG's long-running investigation into the CBRN's practice of certifying unscientific training for nurses.

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