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Given that it touches on a fundamental aspect of the human condition—the interaction between the living and the dead—Halloween is one of the oldest customs in existence. The event still has metamorphosis as a major element because the commemoration originated from ancient ceremonies commemorating the change from summer to winter. Every society that has ever existed has developed some kind of ritual observance centered on what happens to people when they die, where they go, and how the living should best respect the dead or deal with the dead who don't seem to want to or can't move on. Today, Halloween is observed in various ways throughout the world, from China's Tomb Sweeping Day to Mexico's Day of the Dead. Even while some elements of the holiday are relatively new developments and can be linked to the Celtic festival of Samhain, the current celebration of Halloween in nations like the United States and Canada, where this practice is most prevalent, share...

 In the coming days, people will start coming up with inventive costumes for Halloween. Some might not be immediately identifiable, while others are expected to be widespread across the nation. Google has created a spooky map this year that shows the top costumes that people are looking for. Maybe you'll get some ideas for what to wear or what not to wear. History of Halloween costumes The practice may have originated in a Celtic festival, held on 31 October to mark the beginning of winter. Samhain was seen as a liminal time, when the spirits or fairies (the Aos Sí) could more easily come into our world. The ancient pagan mumming festival included people wearing masks or costumes to represent the spirits. Faces were marked (or blackened) with ashes taken from the sacred bonfire. In 19th century England, youths went house-to-house with masked, painted or blackened faces. Halloween costumes may have evolved from souling, a practice that Christians engaged in in some regions ...

A little child named Jeremy is being watched by Corey Cunningham, age 21, on Halloween night in the year 2019. Jeremy plays a practical joke on Corey by locking him in the attic. Corey mistakenly knocks open the door just as Jeremy's parents arrive home, killing him by throwing him over the railing of the staircase. Corey is accused of murdering Jeremy on purpose but is exonerated of manslaughter. Three years later, the town of Haddonfield, Illinois, is still reeling from the aftermath of Michael Myers's latest killing spree in 2018, while Michael has vanished. Laurie Strode is writing a memoir, having bought a new house and living with Allyson, her granddaughter, who is now a nurse. Meanwhile, Corey is working at his stepfather's salvage yard. On his way home one day, he is taunted by high school bullies and injures himself in the process. An observing Laurie brings him to the doctor's office where Allyson works. Allyson and Corey develop a relationship and late...

 Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2022 will occur on Monday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats. HISTORY OF HALLOWEEN Christian origins and historic customs Halloween is thought to have roots in Christian beliefs and practices. The English word 'Halloween' comes from "All Hallows' Eve", being the evening before the Christian holy days of All Hallows' Day (All Saints' Day) on 1 November and All Souls' Da...