Tony Ortega
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#Scientology has put out the new list of OT 7 completions, the level that consists of you finding the last of the disembodied spirits clinging to you that are left over from a 75-million-year old genocide! ALSO: The appeal in the Masterson civil suit has a date for oral arguments
Finally, free from space cooties: The new Scientology OT 7s are here!
A new issue of Source magazine is out, the Scientology publication for the Flag Land Base in Clearwater, Florida.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:57 AM
#Scientology has put out the new list of OT 7 completions, the level that consists of you finding the last of the disembodied spirits clinging to you that are left over from a 75-million-year old genocide! ALSO: The appeal in the Masterson civil suit has a date for oral arguments
As our lookback at Lisa McPherson's death 30 years later continues, we examine one of the most important developments to come out about it: The direct link between #Scientology leader David Miscavige and her ordeal. ALSO: Leila Mills settles lawsuit with Scientology defendants
Why it was Scientology leader David Miscavige who declared Lisa McPherson ‘Clear’
Marc Headley remembers where he was and what he was doing because David Miscavige, the leader of Scientology, was spitting obscenities about, of all things, the bad teeth belonging to Marc’s stepfathe...
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November 13, 2025 at 11:56 AM
As our lookback at Lisa McPherson's death 30 years later continues, we examine one of the most important developments to come out about it: The direct link between #Scientology leader David Miscavige and her ordeal. ALSO: Leila Mills settles lawsuit with Scientology defendants
Through Dec 5, the 30th anniversary of Lisa McPherson’s tragic death, we’re going to be remembering in real time the many unusual and distressing details of her story, which remains today #Scientology's most awful scandal and a reminder of how this organization still operates.
Countdown to Room 174: Remembering, in real time, Scientology’s grimmest scandal
Right around this day thirty years ago, Dallas resident Fannie McPherson, who was then 70 years old, had her last telephone conversation with her 36-year-old daughter Lisa.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Through Dec 5, the 30th anniversary of Lisa McPherson’s tragic death, we’re going to be remembering in real time the many unusual and distressing details of her story, which remains today #Scientology's most awful scandal and a reminder of how this organization still operates.
For months we've been pointing out how #Scientology has interesting connections to the White House this term. But how does that actually benefit Scientologists? Well, we have an interesting example of that today, and it involves one of the most famous Scientologists of them all.
How Scientology's friend Pam Bondi made a problem for John Travolta go away
Please follow the bouncing ball, campers…
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November 11, 2025 at 11:59 AM
For months we've been pointing out how #Scientology has interesting connections to the White House this term. But how does that actually benefit Scientologists? Well, we have an interesting example of that today, and it involves one of the most famous Scientologists of them all.
Alex Barnes-Ross keeps sending us good stuff from last weekend’s IAS gala, which took place at #Scientology’s UK headquarters. On Saturday was the Patrons Ball, when only donors of at least $50,000 can get in the place, and even the little whales need to be treated well, right?
Let them eat caviar: What Scientology's big donors chowed down on at the IAS gala
Alex Barnes-Ross keeps sending us good stuff from this year’s IAS gala, which took place last weekend under the giant tent at Saint Hill Manor, Scientology’s UK headquarters.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Alex Barnes-Ross keeps sending us good stuff from last weekend’s IAS gala, which took place at #Scientology’s UK headquarters. On Saturday was the Patrons Ball, when only donors of at least $50,000 can get in the place, and even the little whales need to be treated well, right?
We told you that Valerie Haney would be going through a 15th day of 'religious arbitration' Friday, an unprecedented slog through this kangaroo court where #Scientology sets all the rules. Now, after talking to her attorney, we've learned she's not sure what comes next.
Scientology leaves Valerie Haney in limbo after 15th day of 'arbitration'
We told you that on Friday, Valerie Haney would be going through her fifteenth day of Scientology “religious arbitration,” an unprecedented slog through this kangaroo court where Scientology gets to s...
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November 9, 2025 at 11:57 AM
We told you that Valerie Haney would be going through a 15th day of 'religious arbitration' Friday, an unprecedented slog through this kangaroo court where #Scientology sets all the rules. Now, after talking to her attorney, we've learned she's not sure what comes next.
#Scientology is getting some outside help with a 'friend of the court' letter to an appeals court weighing what to do about the AI blunder we’ve been telling you about in the lawsuit that Danny Masterson’s victims filed against the imprisoned That ‘70s Show actor and the church.
Scientology piles on with amicus brief to punish Danny Masterson victims in AI mess
Scientology this week submitted a new filing to a California appeals court, hoping to tip the scales in its favor as the court weighs what to do about the AI blunder that we’ve been telling you about ...
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November 8, 2025 at 11:58 AM
#Scientology is getting some outside help with a 'friend of the court' letter to an appeals court weighing what to do about the AI blunder we’ve been telling you about in the lawsuit that Danny Masterson’s victims filed against the imprisoned That ‘70s Show actor and the church.
The same day one of our readers forwarded to us a clip that featured Elena Cardone flogging #Scientology’s bible for a Scottsdale podcaster, we also heard from an expert who really put the video into perspective: This new surge in Dianetics promotion tells a story, he says.
Elena Cardone flogging Dianetics? Scientology must be pretty desperate, expert says
This was a fortuitous coincidence.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:59 AM
The same day one of our readers forwarded to us a clip that featured Elena Cardone flogging #Scientology’s bible for a Scottsdale podcaster, we also heard from an expert who really put the video into perspective: This new surge in Dianetics promotion tells a story, he says.
Since October '23, Valerie Haney has endured days and days of #Scientology’s dubious 'religious arbitration,' with no end in sight. Yesterday her attorneys tried to convince Judge Gail Killefer to put some constraints on what Scientology is doing, again to no avail. Incredible.
Valerie Haney forced to go an unprecedented 15 days in Scientology 'arbitration'
Since October 2023, Valerie Haney has been subjected to days and days of Scientology’s dubious “religious arbitration,” with no end in sight.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Since October '23, Valerie Haney has endured days and days of #Scientology’s dubious 'religious arbitration,' with no end in sight. Yesterday her attorneys tried to convince Judge Gail Killefer to put some constraints on what Scientology is doing, again to no avail. Incredible.
The new #Scientology 'OT Phenomena' are here, continuing a trend that this once-vaunted feature may be turning a corner! For years, we've enjoyed reading these ghost stories passed off as evidence that Scientologists gain superpowers after tons of cash down the drain. Dig in!
OT Phenomena: More talking with the dead for Scientology superbeings!
The new OT Phenomena are here, and they continue a trend we saw in July that this once-vaunted feature may be turning a corner!
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November 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
The new #Scientology 'OT Phenomena' are here, continuing a trend that this once-vaunted feature may be turning a corner! For years, we've enjoyed reading these ghost stories passed off as evidence that Scientologists gain superpowers after tons of cash down the drain. Dig in!
While we wait to see which of #Scientology’s big donors were bestowed new trophies this past Saturday at the IAS Patrons Ball, it turns out the church put out a new Impact magazine recently with a whole new set of space cadets whose donations are propping up this wacky cabal!
Meet the people keeping Scientology afloat in 2025!
While we wait to see which of Scientology’s big donors were bestowed new trophies this past Saturday night at the IAS Patrons Ball, it turns out that the church put out a new Impact magazine recently ...
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November 4, 2025 at 12:01 PM
While we wait to see which of #Scientology’s big donors were bestowed new trophies this past Saturday at the IAS Patrons Ball, it turns out the church put out a new Impact magazine recently with a whole new set of space cadets whose donations are propping up this wacky cabal!
Tom Cruise once again made the scene for this year's #Scientology IAS gala at its UK headquarters, the one big event he tends to show up for. But this time, former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross got a better look at Top Gun and his helicopter than he was expecting!
Tom Cruise spotted flying in and out of Scientology's big UK three-day party
Yesterday, former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross completed his three-day protest at Scientology’s big annual IAS gala, and he saved his wildest experience for last.
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November 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Tom Cruise once again made the scene for this year's #Scientology IAS gala at its UK headquarters, the one big event he tends to show up for. But this time, former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross got a better look at Top Gun and his helicopter than he was expecting!
EXCLUSIVE: For the first time we have photo evidence of Isabella Cruise attending a #Scientology IAS event, held annually at the church’s UK headquarters to celebrate its biggest donors. She was at the Patrons Ball last night, where her dad Tom Cruise usually also makes the scene.
Isabella Cruise spotted at last night's Scientology gala for major donors
It was the Underground Bunker that in 2019 brought you the bizarre “success story” Tom Cruise’s daughter Isabella Cruise wrote about becoming an “auditor” at Scientology’s London organization.
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November 2, 2025 at 10:58 AM
EXCLUSIVE: For the first time we have photo evidence of Isabella Cruise attending a #Scientology IAS event, held annually at the church’s UK headquarters to celebrate its biggest donors. She was at the Patrons Ball last night, where her dad Tom Cruise usually also makes the scene.
A group of protesters led by former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross was in place yesterday for the start of this year’s IAS gala at #Scientology’s UK headquarters. After the demonstration, we debriefed Alex about what took place this time, including a Tom Cruise sighting!
Scientology's IAS gala 2025: First impressions from this year's opening protest
A group of protesters led by former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross was in place yesterday for the start of this year’s IAS gala at Scientology’s UK headquarters, Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead, E...
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November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A group of protesters led by former London staffer Alex Barnes-Ross was in place yesterday for the start of this year’s IAS gala at #Scientology’s UK headquarters. After the demonstration, we debriefed Alex about what took place this time, including a Tom Cruise sighting!
#Scientology begins its 3-night IAS gala at its UK headquarters, and once again Alex Barnes-Ross will be there with protesters. For some reason, church leader David Miscavige is really freaked out by the demonstrations, judging by last minute attempts to foil Alex and his group.
IAS gala starts tonight: Scientology throws last-minute hurdles at protesters
Scientology is scheduled this evening to begin its annual three-night gala to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of its membership organization, the International Association of Scientologists.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
#Scientology begins its 3-night IAS gala at its UK headquarters, and once again Alex Barnes-Ross will be there with protesters. For some reason, church leader David Miscavige is really freaked out by the demonstrations, judging by last minute attempts to foil Alex and his group.
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#Scientology has submitted new briefs in the appeal that is holding up Leah Remini’s lawsuit, with more of the church's gripes about Leah’s case. But are these new documents effective as legal instruments? Once again we turn to appellate attorney TX Lawyer for his take.
Appellate attorney sizes up new Scientology appeal briefs in Leah Remini suit
Scientology has submitted new briefs in the appeal that is holding up Leah Remini’s lawsuit.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:58 AM
#Scientology has submitted new briefs in the appeal that is holding up Leah Remini’s lawsuit, with more of the church's gripes about Leah’s case. But are these new documents effective as legal instruments? Once again we turn to appellate attorney TX Lawyer for his take.
#Scientology has been livid ever since a court allowed affidavits by Mike Rinder and Claire Headley to keep its subsidiary RTC in Leah Remini's 'Fair Game' lawsuit. The case is on appeal, and once again RTC bellyaches about those declarations. We have the whole thing for you.
Scientology still irate about Mike Rinder, Claire Headley affidavits in Leah Remini lawsuit
We were in court in January 2024 to see it happen: Scientology’s Religious Technology Center tried to get itself out of Leah Remini’s lawsuit, but affidavits the court allowed from Mike Rinder and Cla...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#Scientology has been livid ever since a court allowed affidavits by Mike Rinder and Claire Headley to keep its subsidiary RTC in Leah Remini's 'Fair Game' lawsuit. The case is on appeal, and once again RTC bellyaches about those declarations. We have the whole thing for you.
#Scientology’s attorneys filed two lengthy briefs in Leah Remini’s lawsuit this week, and today we have the longer of the two in its entirety. Once again the church is arguing that it says such terrible things about Leah online because, well, she started it first.
Scientology attacks Leah Remini's 'Fair Game' lawsuit in new appeal briefs
Scientology’s attorneys filed two lengthy briefs in Leah Remini’s lawsuit this week, and today we have the longer of the two in its entirety.
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October 28, 2025 at 11:06 AM
#Scientology’s attorneys filed two lengthy briefs in Leah Remini’s lawsuit this week, and today we have the longer of the two in its entirety. Once again the church is arguing that it says such terrible things about Leah online because, well, she started it first.
#Scientology’s floating cathedral the Freewinds is where members can complete the 'Bridge to Total Freedom' and experience the auditing level OT 8 and become the superhuman megabrains the church needs to complete its planetary takeover. Do you qualify for its strict criteria?
Scientology's barge wants you aboard — as long as you're not gay, on psych drugs, or in tax debt
Much of our attention recently has been focused on Scientology’s big IAS gala, which begins this Friday night in East Grinstead, England.
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October 27, 2025 at 11:04 AM
#Scientology’s floating cathedral the Freewinds is where members can complete the 'Bridge to Total Freedom' and experience the auditing level OT 8 and become the superhuman megabrains the church needs to complete its planetary takeover. Do you qualify for its strict criteria?
You probably saw the news in all the major media that Bijou Phillips asked a court to have her daughter’s last name changed to her own, dropping her ex Danny Masterson's surname. The tabs, however, seem confused about where Danny is at the moment. ALSO: Our legal roundup
Bijou Phillips files to have daughter's last name changed from ex Danny Masterson's
You probably saw the news yesterday in all the major media that on Friday, Bijou Phillips asked a court to have her daughter’s name changed from Fianna Francis Masterson to Fianna Francis Phillips.
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October 26, 2025 at 11:07 AM
You probably saw the news in all the major media that Bijou Phillips asked a court to have her daughter’s last name changed to her own, dropping her ex Danny Masterson's surname. The tabs, however, seem confused about where Danny is at the moment. ALSO: Our legal roundup
Former staffer Alex Barnes-Ross has some stunning new photos from #Scientology’s UK headquarters in West Sussex, where the annual IAS gala will be held beginning this Friday. the church has covered an entire field with temporary paving in defiance of environmental concerns.
Newts be damned! Scientology covers field with paving despite ecological warning
Former London Scientology staffer Alex Barnes-Ross alerted us last night that he had some stunning new photos from Scientology’s UK headquarters in West Sussex, where the annual IAS gala will be held ...
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October 25, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Former staffer Alex Barnes-Ross has some stunning new photos from #Scientology’s UK headquarters in West Sussex, where the annual IAS gala will be held beginning this Friday. the church has covered an entire field with temporary paving in defiance of environmental concerns.
In May, #Scientology celebrated the 75th anniversary of the book that started it all, L. Ron Hubbard’s 'Dianetics.' Actor Jason Dohring is promoting the book's relaunch with a personal appearance at a Barnes & Noble tonight in Fullerton, California. ALSO: More very young recruits
TONIGHT: Jason Dohring and Scientology's bible at ... Fullerton Barnes & Noble?
In May, Scientology celebrated the 75th anniversary of the book that started it all, the May 9, 1950 publication of L.
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October 24, 2025 at 11:06 AM
In May, #Scientology celebrated the 75th anniversary of the book that started it all, L. Ron Hubbard’s 'Dianetics.' Actor Jason Dohring is promoting the book's relaunch with a personal appearance at a Barnes & Noble tonight in Fullerton, California. ALSO: More very young recruits
One consequence of #Scientology waiting to reveal the date of this year’s IAS gala (Oct 31) is that the church is now hurrying to get members amped up enough to make the trip to Saint Hill Manor, in England. And especially since this is the one event Tom Cruise usually attends!
More Scientology hype videos for the event Tom Cruise usually crashes
One consequence of Scientology leader David Miscavige waiting so long to reveal the date of this year’s IAS gala — taking place over three nights from October 31 to November 2 — is that the church is ...
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October 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
One consequence of #Scientology waiting to reveal the date of this year’s IAS gala (Oct 31) is that the church is now hurrying to get members amped up enough to make the trip to Saint Hill Manor, in England. And especially since this is the one event Tom Cruise usually attends!
Leigh Silverton is a clinical psychologist and Underground Bunker reader who took special interest in Saturday’s bonus story about how #Scientology broke up the first two marriages of Tom Cruise. We’re anxious to see how our audience reacts to her insights.
The Church of Letting Go: How Scientology sells the silence of self-erasure
Leigh Silverton is a clinical psychologist and Underground Bunker reader who took special interest in Saturday’s bonus story about how Scientology broke up the first two marriages of Tom Cruise.
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October 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Leigh Silverton is a clinical psychologist and Underground Bunker reader who took special interest in Saturday’s bonus story about how #Scientology broke up the first two marriages of Tom Cruise. We’re anxious to see how our audience reacts to her insights.