Wondering about the dates of this year's solar and lunar eclipses? We have them, plus folklore, superstitions, and more!

When two full Moons appear in a single month, the second one is usually called a Blue Moon. However, there is proof that this popular definition may be a misunderstanding picked up by mainstream media in the 1940s! Learn two different ways to determine this special Moon. Plus, see when the next one will be

Why you might want to skip the wings (but go for the donuts!) when you ring in the New Year ...

Friday the 13th is considered to bring bad luck in some Western cultures, similar to beliefs that bad luck comes from walking under a ladder, seeing a black cat crossing your path, or breaking a mirror. But how did this superstition begin, why thirteen, and when is the next Friday the 13th? We explain. Friday The

The Dragon is one of most powerful signs in the Chinese zodiac calendar, but why? Learn what the Dragon symbolizes and why it comes with great care and respect. Plus, we share ideas for how to celebrate the Year of the Dragon 2024. RELATED: Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year): Traditions, Animals, And Superstitions Dragon Years Those

October’s birthstone is the opal. This rainbow-colored jewel holds many secrets. No one knows how an opal stone is scientifically formed. Over time, it has had curious connections with luck and magic. The Aztecs believed it brought necessary destruction for new creation. Read on to discover opal’s rich folklore and history! Opal Stone Facts How

Need good luck? We explain where this quirky tradition and superstition came from.

The August Birthstone is peridot—an enigmatic gemstone! It is often misidentified and mispronounced. Did you know that it falls to Earth in some meteorites? It’s also been found on the Moon! That’s why we call it the “space gem.” The peridot stone is believed to bring happiness and a sense of one’s destiny in life.

Halloween is Thursday, October 31, 2024. Hallow’s Eve falls on October 31 each year. Ever wondered how trick-or-treating began? Learn about the spooky origins of Halloween traditions. We’ve got some great recipes too! Read on. Upcoming Dates for Halloween Year Date 2025 Friday, October 31 2026 Saturday, October 31 2027 Sunday, October 31 Halloween History

June’s birthstone is the pearl. Its name comes from the Old French word, “perle” which, oddly, is derived from the Latin word for “leg”—as in “leg-of-lamb.” It is believed that this was a reference to the shape of mollusk shells, where pearls form. Interestingly, pearl is the only birthstone that is not mined from the