The Halloween traditions that we celebrate today, in America, originate from the Celtic pagan festival called “Samhain.“ The phrase is from ancient Gaelic. It means “end of summer.” According to ...

In the United States, Halloween has boomed into the second-largest commercial holiday, generating billions in sales annually. While many Costa Ricans have adopted this tradition, others reject it as ...

Autumn leaves, the last sun-baked days of moderate temperatures, and neighborhood yard decorations summon this look back to the origins of Halloween. We can credit Julius Caesar and his staff writers, ...

In the United States, Halloween ranks as the second-biggest commercial holiday, pulling in billions each year through costumes, candy and decorations. Here in Costa Rica, the day draws mixed reactions ...

Halloween is upon us, but what about this holiday makes Americans spend billions of dollars each year. According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend an estimated $3.5 ...

Oct. 31 -- Don't worry about being hexed by a witch this Halloween. You're more likely to be zapped by a fairy stroke or ripped apart by a buggane. Well, at least that's what the ancient Celts who ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. How was Halloween invented? – Tillman, age 9, ...

We hope you have your costumes, pumpkins and candy ready: Halloween is just days away! An estimated 73% of Americans celebrate the spooky holiday, adding up to over 250 million people. Despite being ...

Ireland has truly become the ultimate destination to celebrate Halloween in 2025. Rooted in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, Halloween originated in Ireland more than 2,000 years ago and, this ...