Halloween Becomes Another Target of the Kremlin’s Culture Wars

The Russian authorities canceled a festival in St. Petersburg, branding it “Satanist,” as part of a larger assault on anything viewed as a Western influence.

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Mamdani and Sliwa Mingle With Costumed New Yorkers, Some Dressed as the Mayoral Candidates

For the candidates, the holiday was yet another campaigning opportunity.

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A Halloween Potluck in New York

A bag of Cheetos, Ronald McDonald and a pack of fries under attack by sea gulls all made an appearance at this year’s Village Halloween Parade.

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A Halloween Sticker for Early Voters

The first 1,000 voters at early voting sites across New York City were to receive a “Halloween voter 2025” sticker depicting a pigeon in a witch’s hat.

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Scenes From Halloween in New York City

You know it’s late October when your subway seatmate is Elphaba or Beetlejuice.

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Donald and Melania Trump Dress Up for Halloween — as Themselves

It’s a very effective costume.

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Trump Returns to White House in Time to Greet Trick-or-Treaters

President Trump, who did not wear a costume, and the first lady handed out candy at the annual Halloween celebration at the White House.

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Candy Companies Are Quietly Cutting Down on Cocoa to Save Money

As climate change has helped push cocoa prices higher, companies are changing candy recipes in subtle ways.

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Halloween Adventure, the Store Where It Is Always Spooky Season

Halloween Adventure, a fixture in Lower Manhattan, has long prided itself on being a place where customers and employees can express themselves.

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Halloween Season Is Here. Bring on the Horror.

Why are scary movies doing so well right now?

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