The holiday’s origins dates back thousands of years ago, but the theme remains the same: to remember those that died before us.
Author: Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY
Rainbow fentanyl passed out on Halloween? Why experts say that’s ‘absolutely ludicrous.’
Concerns of the opioid targeting children has expanded to it being handed out while trick-or-treating, but experts don’t believe it will happen.
Emperor penguins could be in danger of extinction in ‘foreseeable future,’ officials say
While currently stable, wildlife officials estimate the population of the famous flightless birds could dramatically decrease in the next century.
NASA announces 16 people who will study UFOs to see what’s natural – and what isn’t
Made up of scientists, aviation officials and a former astronaut, the group will “lay the groundwork for future study” of UFOs.
An alligator in Idaho? Person walking their dog finds reptile; where it came from is unknown
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game said the alligator was put into a horse trailer before wildlife officials picked it up.
Are you a mosquito magnet? It may be because of your smell, new study suggests
In a tournament-like experiment, mosquitoes were consistently attracted to one subject more than any other.
James Webb telescope gives stunning new look at ‘Pillars of Creation,’ the birthplace of young stars
Roughly 6,500 light-years away in our own galaxy, the Pillars of Creation and their columns of gas and dust is where young stars are born.
Beyond Meat exec Doug Ramsey, accused of biting a man’s nose in September, leaves company
Doug Ramsey, 53, was arrested in September after police said he assaulted another man following an Arkansas Razorbacks college football game.
Fresno State football coach placed on leave after breaking glass in press box, injuring fans
Fresno State athletic director Terry Tumey said the athletic department is investigating the incident while the coach is on administrative leave.
North Carolina restaurant that kept workers’ tips ordered to pay $157,000, federal officials say
Jay’s Kitchen in Goldsboro, North Carolina, was ordered to pay over $150,000 in back pay to 65 staff members, the U.S. Department of Labor said.