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EASTERN STATE PENITENTIARY (PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA) | The Eastern State Penitentiary's Halloween haunted house, Terror Behind the Walls, is canceled this year, but the prison is still open for small-scale day and night tours of the spooky abandoned cells. This new way to see this notorious spot will run through Nov. 15. The decrepit Philadelphia prison once held notorious lawbreakers including bank robber "Slick Willie" and gangster Al "Scarface" Capone.

Haunted attractions across America you can actually visit this Halloween

October 7, 2020 at 4:29 p.m.

Travel may look a little different this year because of the coronavirus, but if you're able to get out and about safely, these ghoulish sites will give you a fright....

Most buyers will go over budget for their dream home

October 5, 2020 at 3:57 p.m.

The coronavirus pandemic has led to favorable conditions for homebuyers due to historically low mortgage rates. However, there has been a low supply of homes available for sale, driving up...

CHECK ON YOUR PLANTS REGULARLY | Throughout winter, it's important to give your plants regular checkups every week. This allows you to look out for signs of disease and pests. You may not find some of the most dangerous bugs in the world on your plant, but mealybugs and spider mites are common pests that can attack your plants, especially when the air is warm and dry. To prevent this, give your plants a daily misting or spray with warm water once a week.

How to prepare your houseplants for winter

December 2, 2020 at 3:03 p.m.

Gardening can be a lot of work for rookies and veterans alike, especially when it comes to protecting your plants from the elements. Whether you have a small apple orchard...

WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN WORKING FOR THIS COMPANY? | Broad and canned claims are not the way to a company's heart. Specificity is key. So, do the research. Discover what sets the company apart from its competitors and share the differences you most appreciate.

20 questions you should be ready to answer at a job interview

October 20, 2020 at 11:30 a.m.

Preparing for a job interview, like training for a marathon or learning a new hobby, takes time, energy and practice. Knowing where in the process to start can be tricky....

IT'S NOT A ONE-TIME TALK | It's not over once you make the plan. Making sure everyone remains on the same page is crucial to a successful budget. Get comfortable asking questions of one another and raising issues or concerns as they arise.

The 24 steps to creating a family budget

October 9, 2020 at 6:07 p.m.

If you've read any self-help finance books or listened to a money podcast, you know everyone talks about a basic rule: You need to make a budget. Budgeting gives you...

THE FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE HASN'T MET THE COST OF LIVING IN DECADES | The federal minimum wage was established in 1938, but since the 1960s, the increases to the minimum wage rate have been too small to counter the decline in value of the dollar, according to the Economic Policy Institute. In 1968, the minimum wage was the equivalent of $10.15 in 2018 dollars. But in 2018, the federal minimum wage of $7.25 was worth 14.8% less than when it was last raised in 2009. Today, a parent who is the sole breadwinner and earning minimum wage at a full-time job does not make enough to bring their family above the federal poverty line.

20 facts about the growing economic inequality in the U.S.

October 5, 2020 at 4:45 p.m.

During the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans have faced financial hardship with more than 50 million filing for unemployment benefits. But even before the COVID-19 crisis, many Americans were dealing...

IF YOU'RE GLUING: GET CREATIVE WITH THE SMALLER PIECES | Some succulents or parts of succulents are tiny and perfect for tucking into smaller crevices around the large ones you've attached. Drape long drooping leaves over the sides of the pumpkin and tuck medium to small-sized plants wherever you see holes in the design. The moss bed should look covered and full, rather than sparse with bits of moss showing through. If you have extra succulents when you're done gluing, upcycle old household items to plant your leftovers.

How to make a succulent pumpkin centerpiece

October 2, 2020 at 3:27 p.m.

When the weather cools down and you begin spending more time inside, you might feel the urge to get a little creative. And let's be honest, what's more fun than...

BE PATIENT | Once you have a plan set in stone, be patient. Burnout isn't going to go away overnight, but your new goals are stepping stones to getting there.

Coronavirus burnout? Work from home burnout? Steps to take to address it with your boss

December 7, 2020 at 3:18 p.m.

You might consider yourself a high-achiever who goes above and beyond on the job, and while that's noble, it may be detrimental to your health. Unclear or changing requirements, insufficient...

REPLACE A TRADITIONAL CANDLE WITH AN LED LIGHT | Swap out hazardous flame-lit candles with a <a href="https://www.theactivetimes.com/home/household-items-reuse-repurpose">repurposed mason jar</a> filled with a string of lights or an LED candle for a safer way to light up your creepy creation.

21 tips to create perfectly carved pumpkins

October 26, 2021 at 10:17 a.m.

THINK OF A CREATIVE DESIGN | Pumpkins need personality. Channel inspiration from your favorite TV shows, movies, books or music if you're looking to deviate from the traditional ghoulish grins....

PUMPKIN CARVING: LOW RISK | The CDC considers pumpkin carving a low-risk activity. You can carve them with the members of your household, or while social distancing outside with friends and neighbors.

Halloween activities ranked by risk level, according to the CDC

October 2, 2020 at 2:40 p.m.

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we dine at restaurants, shop for groceries and interact with loved ones. But it won't break the fall spirit that comes when Halloween...

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