Trick or trash: Candy makers grapple with plastic waste
As America loads up on an estimated 600 million pounds of Halloween candy, some companies are trying to make it easier to recycle all those wrappers.
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Tree quiz: Identify trees by their fall color
Do you think you have a good handle on identifying trees by merely looking at their leaves? See if you can identify these 10 common trees.
Why do people have slips of the tongue?
Have you visited Yew Nork? Does your stummy ache? What dog of bag food will we get? A psycholinguist explains what’s really going on when people misspeak.
How was Halloween invented? Once a Celtic pagan tradition, the holiday has evolved
From its origins as a Celtic pagan ceremony to its celebration of all things gruesome and ghoulish today, Halloween has been reinvented over the centuries.
Halloween movie quiz: How well do you know classic films?
Test your Halloween movie knowledge: From the 1940s through the 2010s, take a journey back in time and match each set of movies from the same decade.
Creepy clowns emerged from crass and bawdy circuses of 19th century
Today’s creepy clowns are not a divergence from tradition, but a return to it.
Do you believe? Find haunted places in your city and state
Do you believe in ghosts?
Shopping experts predict what’s in store for Black Friday 2022
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, lands on Nov. 25 this year. While that’s still a ways off, holiday sales have already started. Here’s how experts predict the shopping event will shape up this year.
Why are so many people delighted by disgusting things?
Going out of your way to get grossed out might seem like a contradiction of human nature. But it serves a strong evolutionary purpose.
Guide to fall color: Where to see peak color
When is the best time to soak in the colors of fall? Get the answer here.
Seat belt for your dog? You betcha
Dogs are on the go and taking more road trips than ever before. And more pet owners are taking measures to ensure their pets are secure in the car.
What goes around comes around: Roller skating's retro appeal
Roller skating is cool again. Some say it's due to the pandemic, which drew more to tie on skates. There's also nostalgia for the '70s, '80s and disco.
Fright Night movie quiz: How well do you know Halloween films?
Test your Halloween movie knowledge: From the 1940s through the 2010s, take a journey back in time and match each set of movies from the same decade.
Here are 10 words that mean different things in the US and abroad
In honor of Dictionary Day on Oct. 16, here's a look at a few words that have different meanings in other countries.
10 free printable Halloween crafts for kids
These free Halloween printables are perfect for a chilly fall afternoon.
Guide to fall color: Nationwide forecast for peak color
When is the best time to soak in the colors of fall? Get the answer here.
15 must-watch Halloween movies streaming on Hulu in 2022
From family-friendly to truly scary, these are the best flicks to stream during Huluween.
'Checkout charity' can increase a shopper's anxiety, especially when asks are automated
A study of what customers experience when they’re asked to chip in for a cause during checkout suggests that retailers should be careful about participating in these campaigns.
Photo: The 20 cutest Halloween pet costumes
If you’re looking for a spooktacular costume for your dog or cat this year, these picks are absolutely adorable.
What is déjà vu? Psychologists are exploring this creepy feeling
Here's a psychologist's answer to a curious kid's question: Why do people feel déjà vu? The topic didn't reach the realm of science until recently.
