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Halloween traditions like carving lanterns and wearing masks were brought to America by Irish and Scottish immigrants.

The Butterball Turkey-Talk hotline in Canada answers over 100,000 turkey cooking questions every Thanksgiving season.

The international symbol of mental health awareness is a green ribbon, often used to show support on World Mental Health Day.

Marigolds are an integral part of Mexico’s Day of the Dead festival as they're believed to guide spirits with their bright colors.

Did you know that the day and night on the fall equinox aren't equal? Instead it's on the equilux, which occurs a few days later.

Did you know that squirrels bury up to 3,000 nuts in the fall, using clever strategies to ensure they can find them during winter?

The name "Aster" is derived from the Ancient Greek word for "star," highlighting the flower's star-shaped bloom.

Left-handed people are more likely to pass their driver’s exam on the first attempt but may get more speeding tickets.

Poppies became an international symbol of remembrance as they grew on many WWI battlefields, notably in Flanders, France.

The idea for a friendship day is over 100 years old, dating back to 1919 when the founder of Hallmark Cards proposed the concept.

Larkspur petals are said to resemble the claws of a meadowlark or the spurs on a knight's boots, which inspires their unique name.

In the 19th century, it was typical for young boys in England to wear pink ribbons and other decorations.