Topic

Halloween

A still from the Clayface trailer showing a man pressing his hand against a smooth, featureless face.

Hollywood Once Dodged October With Horror Movies. Clayface Is Moving In.

In the 2010s, studios steered scary movies away from Halloween season. Clayface's move to Oct. 23, 2026 and last year's Black Phone 2 suggest the calendar is turning back.

Culture · 7 Oct 2026, 18:12 · Maya Calder

Orange, white and blue-grey pumpkins resting on a doorstep mat in front of a dark door.

Pumpkins Rotting Before Halloween? What Causes It and How to Stop It

Rot usually starts with moisture, a bruise or a cold snap, not bad luck. Extension services give specific temperatures for storing pumpkins so they last until Halloween.

Science · 7 Oct 2026, 18:12 · Daniel Okafor