How candy corn became a Halloween tradition, and why Americans still enjoy hating it
Candy corn is likely to turn up in plenty of trick-or-treat bags this Halloween. But the sweet, divisive treat wasn’t always tied to the holiday. It dates back more than a century. George Renninger, who worked for Philadelphia’s Wunderle Candy Company, is credited with inventing it in the 1880s. The candy was shaped to resemble […]
The cost of Halloween candy increases by 7.7% as shoppers spend $13.5 billion.
‘The Five’: Is equity ruining Halloween? On a recent episode of ‘The Five’, the hosts discussed the impact of equity on Halloween celebrations, particularly after a homeowner association advised residents against distributing full-size candy bars. Dana Perino expressed her views on the pressure felt in neighborhoods, while Greg Gutfeld humorously suggested handing out old tube […]
Halloween candy sales begin slowly due to high chocolate prices and worries about affordability
Slow Start for Halloween Candy Sales Amid High Prices This year’s Halloween candy sales are lagging as consumers in the U.S. grapple with rising living costs and soaring chocolate prices. According to NielsenIQ, a market research firm, sales dropped by 6.7% in the month ending October 17 compared to last year. Additionally, there was an […]
Candy corn pizza arrives for Halloween, but pizza traditionalists are skeptical
Tombstone Pizza Unleashes a Candy Corn Topping for Halloween Attention, traditional pizza aficionados: a well-known frozen pizza brand is venturing into some unusual territory this Halloween. This week, Tombstone Pizza revealed that they are offering their classic frozen pizzas, but with an unexpected twist — candy corn as a topping. In an announcement that seems […]
Over 2 million bottles of sour candy recalled due to choking risk
Federal regulators have announced a recall affecting approximately 2.3 million bottles of sour candy due to a choking hazard that could potentially cause serious injury or even death. This recall pertains to Ricky Joy Sour Crush Rolling Liquid Candy Bottles, as the rolling ball on these bottles may detach, creating a choking risk, as highlighted […]
Seth Jarvis from the Carolina Hurricanes is attracting attention for his unusual bathroom candy habits.
Hurricanes Edge Canadiens in Overtime Thriller The Carolina Hurricanes dealt the Canadiens their first back-to-back playoff losses, securing an exhilarating overtime victory in Montreal and taking a 2-1 series lead. As expected, a lot of chatter surrounded Hurricanes’ star Seth Jarvis and his peculiar candy preferences. It’s understandable, really. Jarvis has played a crucial role […]
The evolution of conversation candy hearts from ‘Be Mine’ to ‘Split Rent’ over the last hundred years
Conversation Hearts: A Sweet Evolution Conversation hearts, those charming little pastel candies with messages like “Be Mine” and “XOXO,” have been part of American culture for over a century, capturing the essence of how we express love. The history of these iconic treats traces back to 19th century Boston, where a pharmacist named Oliver Chase […]
Brave Long Island teacher performs Heimlich maneuver to rescue 7-year-old boy choking on a gummy candy
Teacher’s Quick Actions Save Student from Choking A teacher from Long Island became a hero after performing the Heimlich maneuver on a 7-year-old student who choked on a gummy snack. The student expressed his gratitude with a thoughtful gift for his teacher. It was a typical snack time in Alessia Hoffman’s second-grade class at Charles […]
Old-fashioned candy evokes nostalgia and discussion online on social media
With goodies like strawberry bonbons wrapped in shiny red foil and bright orange Circus Peanuts, “Grandma’s Candy” brings back a wave of nostalgia for many and stirs up conversations online. Countless folks are reminiscing about their grandmothers’ favorite sweets on social media and Reddit. One user shared memories of Starlight mints and ribbon candies that […]
CES 2026: New smart Legos, robots that fold laundry, singing candy, and bionic pandas introduced at tech festival
This week, CES, the annual tech event in Las Vegas, kicked off, featuring a range of innovative robots, gadgets, and toys expected to be popular in 2026. From a robot that can fold laundry to sophisticated alarm clocks and even musical lollipops, here’s a look at some of the highlights from the first couple of […]