{"id":660173,"date":"2021-10-28T07:01:16","date_gmt":"2021-10-28T06:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/?p=660173"},"modified":"2021-11-02T10:04:48","modified_gmt":"2021-11-02T10:04:48","slug":"special-segment-halloween-feature-2021-part-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/special-segment-halloween-feature-2021-part-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Segment ! HALLOWEEN FEATURE 2021 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Part 3"},"content":{"rendered":"

Halloween 2021 is just around the corner – and fans of the holiday will be pleased to know that it still has all the ghosts and ghouls as previous years. However, social media has given rise to new subcultures eager to celebrate Halloween in their own way, including a community of TikTok witches.<\/strong><\/p>\n

While it may seem an unlikely cultural phenomenon, witchcraft is becoming increasingly popular amongst Gen Zers as platforms like TikTok allow people to build niche communities with ease. The hashtag #witchcraft currently has 6.2 billion views on TikTok and is still growing. To help explain what we can expect from a modern Halloween this year, and to educate Halloween revellers on how to celebrate in the right way, the cultural experts at the language learning app Babbel (www.babbel.com) have explained the cultural phenomenon of WitchTok, the languages that modern witches use, and why Halloween is a significant date in their calendar.<\/p>\n

WitchTok – WitchTok is an online community built on TikTok, that revolves around the practice of traditional magic and witchcraft. This includes the use of spells, crystals, charms, and other resources, as well as tarot cards, astrology, and even psychic practices. Many younger witches on the platform have an approach closer to an alternative wellness movement, which concentrates on the use of crystals and affirmations.<\/p>\n

Coven – A gathering or community of initiated witches, usually led by a high priest and\/or high priestess (a senior witch in a coven who is given a superior status to others). In the world of TikTok, though, covens are less common, as witches tend to work independently. It should be noted that many witch influencers seem to be acting in a similar manner to high priestesses or priests, as they provide guidance, and sometimes even warnings, to other witches on the platform.<\/p>\n

Green Witch – The Green Witch embraces nature by drawing on the energies from the earth and untamed things. They rely on plants, flowers and herbs, and call on nature for guidance. Although the concept of a Green Witch in popular culture can be linked back to the Wizard of Oz\u2019s wicked Witch of the West (and her signature green hue), Green Witches in reality, and on WitchTok, are presented as having a healing, nurturing energy. The community of Green Witches on TikTok give tips on how to heal with plants, and how to produce the best homemade offerings.<\/p>\n

Herbalist – An herbalist is someone who uses plants for healing. They are not seen as doctors, though some practitioners are also referred to as medical herbalists. The witch community on TikTok discusses \u201cherbal tips\u201d and their uses in witchcraft, with terms that are unique to this community like \u201cgrounding,\u201d connecting your personal energy with the earth, and \u201cgathering,\u201dboth plants and energy from local sources.
\nCrystal Witch – Similar to the concept of a Green Witch who finds their connection with nature, a Crystal Witch covers and practices the power of crystal magic and its associated energies. Crystal Witches use chakra cleansing and healing, which is based around the belief that certain crystals vibrate at unique frequencies and can be used to heal or alter your energy. The past few years have seen a surge in recognition for crystals in popular culture thanks to celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Kim Kardashian supporting the idea that crystals can evoke healing and positive energy.<\/p>\n

Cosmic Witch – Cosmic Witches focus on how celestial energy, the energy emitted by celestial bodies residing in the spirit world, influences the inner self. Within the TikTok community, Cosmic Witches work with astrology and astronomy, and provide people with tips on practicing astrology, timing their spells and activities with celestial events, and exploring their interest in moon cycles.<\/p>\n

Gray Witch – A Gray Witch balances her powers between the magical forces of both black and white magic. Gray magic – in the world of WitchTok – incorporates both benevolent magic and cursing, with the aim of creating more justice in the world. WitchTok for Gray Witches features hexes and promotes the beneficial practices of working with spirits, celestial spirits and ancestors.<\/p>\n

Eclectic Witch – Known as \u201ccherry pickers,\u201d Eclectic Witches are drawn to what feels natural and good to them on a personal level. TikTok\u2019s witch community is often seen as being made up of Eclectic Witches, who are collectively trying to normalize conversations surrounding witchcraft and magic, with the goal of exploring how their passions can positively impact the evolution of the planet. WitchTok is a community open to all kinds of witches, which is why many Eclectic Witches find a home within this space.<\/p>\n

Baby Witch – Baby Witches are inexperienced witches who, as they learn and grow within their practice, focus first on research and protection work. As WitchTok is an open and welcoming community, many Baby Witches gravitate towards this space as it lacks judgement and promotes open education.<\/p>\n

Hex \/ Curse – A \u201chex\u201d is a form of magical attack or self-defense, and it can bring about anything from getting someone to keep their distance to great misfortune or physical harm towards the person at which the hex is directed. In 2020, Baby Witches from TikTok attempted to hex the moon because they were angry with the state of the pandemic. Most people did not take this attempt seriously.<\/p>\n

Shadow work – Shadow work is a process of inner alchemy in which a witch brings unconscious internal personal traits to the surface, in order to integrate and heal. A witch\u2019s shadow points to where they need to give attention and self-love. The hashtag #ShadowWork on TikTok has a combined view count of over 175 million, with some of these videos showing easy, simple advice on pursuing shadow work, such as, \u201cWrite five things you love about yourself.\u201d Other videos delve deeper, analyzing \u201cinner child\u201d issues such as guilt, abandonment, trust and neglect. This helps to address the \u201cdark\u201d or \u201cshadow\u201d side of a witch, to help them become healthier and more whole.<\/p>\n

Deity – A god or goddess in witchcraft. Historically, deities referred to a supernatural divine being such as Zeus, Athena, or Aphrodite. On WitchTok, a deity is similar, however the way you can connect with your deity has evolved. WitchTokers have a personal relationship with their deity rather than a collective one, with trends on WitchTok including: How to find my deity; I\u2019m dating my deity; and Working with a deity.<\/p>\n

Altar – In non-magical life, an altar refers to a raised structure in a Church, used for prayer or religious rituals. However, in the witch world, an altar is a surface that a witch uses solely for activities such as casting spells, chanting, leaving offerings, and communing with a deity. Many can conjure the image of an altar to mind easily, as these items make regular appearances on popular shows and TV series like Fear Street and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. On WitchTok, altars tend to be less dramatized: typically, they are covered in a symbol-adorned cloth, which protects it from ash, liquids, and candle wax, as well as religious and ritual items like incense, wands, chalices of water, and cauldrons.<\/p>\n

Pentacle – A magical amulet inscribed with a five-pointed star that is often placed on an altar. Pentacles are used to both summon spirits and shield the wearer from malevolent forces. Within the TikTok community, witches explore protection pentacles, and can help to decide what pentacles best match your needs, and how you should orient a pentacle based on your desires.<\/p>\n

Book of Shadows – A Wiccan\u2019s personal grimoire (pronounced grim-WAHR); a Book of Shadows is used to store information that a witch needs, such as recipes, and instructions for spells, rituals, and hexes. The origins of the Book of Shadows started with Gerald Gardner, the creator of Wicca during the 1940s and has carried on today. It\u2019s common for those in the WitchTok community to give tips and tricks on what is best to put in your Book of Shadows, how to categorize your book, and tips for Baby Witches. WitchTok showcases a diverse range of grimoires, as each one is created and customized based on a witch\u2019s magic, preference, and style.<\/p>\n

Closed Practice – A closed practice in our world often relates to a doctor not taking patients, however in the witching world, a closed practice refers to spells or rituals that can only be practiced by people who are descendants of a specific cultural heritage. Aspiring witches and Baby Witches must respect closed practices to avoid appropriating a specific culture or heritage. Closed practices include cleansing with white sage, Voodoo\/Hoodoo, and having Pow Wows, which refer back to tribe-specific rituals amongst Indigenous communities in North America. It\u2019s also important to note that terms like \u201cVooDoo\u201d and \u201cPow Wow\u201d should not be used jokingly, casually or out of context, both within the WitchTok community and beyond, as these are sacred practices that deserve respect in all contexts.<\/p>\n

VAHDAM\u00ae INDIA Launches Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea & Happy Halloween Gift Boxes<\/strong><\/p>\n

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To celebrate the new season, VAHDAM\u00ae️ India has launched its Happy Halloween occasion tea gift box, featuring its new Pumpkin Spice tea flavour.<\/p>\n

The brand has put its own spin on the iconic flavour, with the new Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea guaranteed to give that cosy fall feeling.<\/p>\n

VAHDAM\u00ae\u2019s Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea is a blend of sweet pumpkin and traditional spices, with warming ingredients including ginger and cardamom. The tea is light-bodied with sweet notes of pumpkin, alongside woody cinnamon, and earthy turmeric.<\/p>\n

The Happy Halloween tea box is a unique gift for those who love the spooky season. It includes autumnal flavours of Sweet Cinnamon Masala Chai, Apple Cinnamon Herbal Tea, Turmeric Spiced Herbal Tea and, of course, the classic Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea, all encased in VAHDAM\u00ae\u2019s luxury packaging.<\/p>\n

The Pumpkin Spice Herbal Tea boxes retail at \u00a39.99 for 15 tea bags whilst the \u2018Happy Halloween\u2019 gift box retails at \u00a329.99.<\/p>\n

Both the Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea & the Happy Halloween gift box are available now on www.vahdam.com and Amazon UK.<\/p>\n

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Aquafaba Ghost Meringues<\/strong>
\n140 minutes
\n8 people
\nIngredients:
\n1 tins worth of drained Mr Organic Chickpea water
\n1 tsp of cream of tartar
\n150g of icing sugar
\n1-2tsp of Mr Orgaic Chocolat Spread
\nMethod:
\n1. Preheat your oven to 130C.
\n2. Place the chickpea water into a large mixing bowl. Add the cream of tartar and whisk it with an electric whisk for 5-7 minutes until you get stiff peaks.
\n3. Slowly add in the icing sugar whilst continuing to whisk. You should end up with a glossy, fluffy mixture.
\n4. Transfer the aquafaba to a piping bag with a round nozzle and pipe your ghost shapes onto a lined baking tray.
\n5. Transfer to the oven and bake for 2 hours. Leave the ghosts in the oven to cool down entirely, then remove.
\n6. Melt 1-2 tsp of Mr Organic chocolate spread and use a toothpick to carefully add eyes and mouths onto your ghosts.
\n6. Keep in an airtight container and serve for your next Halloween celebrations<\/p>\n

Pumpkin Pie
\n45 mins
\n6 people
\nIngredients:
\n1 packet of Mr Organic Multigrain Biscuits
\n5 Medjool Dates, stones removed
\n2 Tbsp maple syrup
\n1-2 tsbp water (optional)
\n425g pumpkin puree
\n225ml coconut milk
\n200g brown sugar
\n1tsp cinnamon ground
\n1tsp ground ginger
\n\u00bc tsp ground cloves
\n\u00bd tsp ground nutmeg
\nA pinch of salt
\n4 tbsp corn starch
\nMethod:
\n1. Preheat your oven to 175C.
\n2.Place the biscuits into a food processor and pulse 4-5 times to break them down roughly. Soak the dates in a little hot water to soften before adding them in. Pour in the maple syrup and process until you get a thick sticky mixture. If it\u2019s too dry, add in a little water.
\n3. Press the biscuit mix into a greased tart tin and set in the fridge.
\n4. In a saucepan whisk up all ingredients for the filling over low\/medium heat. Heat until the mixture begins to thicken, then cook for another minute whilst stirring and remove from the heat.
\n5. Pour the mix onto the cake base and bake at 175C for 30 minutes. Allow for the cake to cool down entirely before slicing & enjoy with some whipped coconut cream.<\/p>\n

Creamy Pumpkin Risotto
\n30 mins
\n3-4 people
\nIngredients:
\n1 Tbsp Mr Organic Rapeseed Oil
\n1 Tbsp fresh thyme
\n2 shallots, finely diced
\n2 cloves of garlic, minced
\n100ml of vegan white wine
\n150g of pumpkin puree
\n250g of Mr organic Risotto Rice
\n300ml of vegetable stock
\n1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
\nSalt and pepper to taste
\n125g shitake mushrooms
\n1Tsp of Mr Organic Rapeseed Oil
\n1-2 Tbsp tamari
\n\u00bc Tsp black pepper
\nMethod:
\n1. Heat the rapeseed oil in a large pan & place the thyme inside. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove it from the oil and set aside.
\n2. Fry the shallots for 1 minute, then add in the garlic for 30 secs and reduce the heat. Pour in the wine to deglaze. Add the pumpkin puree & rice and stir to combine. Heat for 2 mins whilst stirring.
\n3. Start adding the vegetable stock,100ml at a time. Continue to stir slowly and bring to a simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the rice is soft and the risotto creamy.
\n4. Stir in the nutritional yeast & thyme and season to taste with salt & pepper.
\n5. Fry the shiitake mushrooms in a little oil for 4-5 minutes until soft. Remove from the heat and stir in the tamari soy sauce. Sprinkle with black pepper & serve on top of the creamy pumpkin risotto.
\nCredit Line: All recipes shared belong to Mr Organic, to find out more information or recipes ideas, visit https:\/\/www.mr-organic.com\/<\/p>\n

Creep Into Halloween <\/strong>
\nWith Spooktacular Zynga Games<\/strong><\/p>\n

Players Are Invited to Participate in Bewitching In-Game Events Across Several Titles<\/p>\n

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Zynga Inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, is proud to present Halloween Spooktacular, a selection of new in-game events across four of Zynga\u2019s titles \u2013 Empires & Puzzles, Farmville 2: Country Escape, Farmville 2: Tropic Escape, and Puzzle Combat. Players can celebrate the spooky season with chilly challenges, eerie activities and sweet treats to help them get into the Halloween spirit. The events will vary by title and begin to emerge on October 1 before vanishing by November 7.<\/p>\n

To view the supporting assets, please click here.<\/p>\n

EVENTS<\/p>\n

Empires & Puzzles \/\/ Return to Morlovia
\nOct. 4 \u2013 Nov. 7<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the season for Return to Morlovia! This recurring Halloween quest in Empires & Puzzles is updated with special rewards and new hero costumes that grant exclusive powers to help players boost their attacks or fortify their defenses. During the event, players can battle or summon seven exclusive characters, including Vlad the Vampire Lord, Francine Frankenstein and Halloween Jack. Returning to the event for a limited time is the Pumpkin Bombs feature that invites players to match pumpkins before they explode. Mystery offers and free treats will be handed out every day of the spooky event.<\/p>\n

Empires & Puzzles successfully blends approachable match-3 battles with deeper gameplay elements including hero collection, base building and social alliances. Since its launch in 2017, Empires & Puzzles has reached the #1 grossing games position in over 70 countries on the App Store and over 30 countries on Google Play. Empires & Puzzles is available to download for free on iOS and Android.<\/p>\n

FarmVille 2: Country Escape \/\/ Help Johnny Creep It Real
\nOct. 19 \u2013 31<\/p>\n

Something spooky is coming to the farm! Heidi and Johnny play pranks on each other all the time. But this Halloween in FarmVille 2: Country Escape, Johnny is planning something big for Heidi \u2013 a playhouse packed with loads of spooktacular scares! Help Heidi traverse the haunted house while completing fangtastic phases to win exclusive rewards such as Golden Gloves. Finish all six stages to win the final farmhand reward \u2013 Hazel, the bewitching cat.<\/p>\n

FarmVille 2: Country Escape lets players experience the world of farming, friends and fun! Players can raise animals and grow their farm with friends where everyone can trade and share. FarmVille offers a unique experience that lets players customize and build their farms just how they wish while going on incredible adventures to collect rare goods and craft new recipes. FarmVille 2: Country Escape is available as a free download on the App Store and Google Play.<\/p>\n

FarmVille 2: Tropic Escape \/\/ Enter Mortie\u2019s Haunted Realm
\nOct. 21 \u2013 31<\/p>\n

Mortie, the young son of the Grim Reaper, is back for the second year in a row. This time, he\u2019ll take players on his version of a haunted house adventure. Mortie doesn\u2019t just live in any old house \u2013 haunted houses are so last century. His home is the underworld itself! Players must keep their exploration spells and wits about them as they compete with other participants to see who can explore the farthest reaches of the netherworld with Mortimer Reaper. Players can win Halloween decorations, guides, an undead mermaid and lots of other rewards.<\/p>\n

FarmVille 2: Tropic Escape is a part of one of the most beloved farming franchises \u2013 FarmVille. Escape to an island getaway filled with adventure, mystery and fun new mini-games in this colorful free-to-play game. FarmVille 2: Tropic Escape is available on the App Store and Google Play.<\/p>\n

Puzzle Combat \/\/ Nights of Fright
\nOct. 1 \u2013 31<\/p>\n

Brace yourself for 31 nights of fun and fright. During the month of October, Puzzle Combat will feature a special event comprising 60 playable quest stages packed with valuable rewards like terrifying avatars and unique items to enhance battles or help characters level up. Players can summon five exclusive heroes in the event, including Ichika the Vengeful Spirit, Blaire the New Wave Witch and Strawman. A Trick or Treat gameplay mechanic is also available to unlock special Halloween boosts and attacks.
\nLaunched in April 2021, Puzzle Combat is a mobile match-3 action role-playing game (RPG) where players recruit heroes, build bases and compete in player-vs-player (PvP) battles in a zombie-themed setting. Puzzle Combat is available for iOS and Android as a free download.<\/p>\n

ABOUT ZYNGA INC.
\nZynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games. With massive global reach in more than 175 countries and regions, Zynga has a diverse portfolio of popular game franchises that have been downloaded more than four billion times on mobile including CSR Racing™, Empires & Puzzles™, Hair Challenge™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, High Heels!™, Merge Dragons!™, Merge Magic!™, Queen Bee™, Toon Blast™, Toy Blast™, Words With Friends™ and Zynga Poker™. With Chartboost, a leading mobile advertising and monetization platform, Zynga is an industry-leading next-generation platform with the ability to optimize programmatic advertising and yields at scale. Founded in 2007, Zynga is headquartered in California with locations in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.zynga.com or follow Zynga on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or the Zynga blog.<\/p>\n

Give your beans a bang this Bonfire Night by upgrading your bean chilli with three recipes from Mr Organic.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Huddle around the fire with a hearty and delicious, plant-based, bean chilli in any of these three ways, perfect for parties, family gatherings or tucking into on date night. Mr Organic\u2019s recipes are easy to make and fun to tuck in to.
\nI\u2019ve attached the following recipes with credit lines and high-res images here:
\nChilli Quesadillas. Warming chilli sandwiched between a crispy tortilla with oozy plant-based cheese? Make your tongue sparkle with zippy lime and fragrant coriander.
\nChilli Loaded Potato Skins. Crunchy sweet potato skins loaded with fiery chilli and dotted with fresh green guacamole is sure to light up your party table this year.
\nChilli Bean Topped Notdogs. Grab a hot one and run outside to catch the night\u2019s sky, these are sure to leave your kitchen ablaze with praise!
\nIf you would like any more information or high-res images, please let me know and I\u2019ll be happy to help.<\/p>\n

DON\u2019T SCREAM, JUST CLEAN!<\/strong>
\nTACKLE SOME OF THE TOUGHEST STAINS LEFT OVER FROM THE SCARIEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Whether you\u2019ll be dressing up and joining the party, or simply taking the kids trick-or-treating, Halloween is a time for fun, but the messy aftermath can often give more of a fright than the costumes themselves.<\/p>\n

October the 31st is the perfect time to be creative and allow your imagination to run wild, from carving out pumpkins to creating the creepiest costumes. However, the fake blood, face paint and other Halloween horrors can often leave some of the scariest stains that can seem impossible to remove.<\/p>\n

Cleaning and laundry expert, Dr. Beckmann, have identified the top ten most terrifying stains that you\u2019re likely to experience this spooktacular holiday and the best way to fright back!<\/p>\n

TOP TEN HALLOWEEN HORROR STAINS
\n1. Fake blood
\nFake blood is an essential when dressing up on Halloween! However, it can be just as frightful to remove as it can be to look at. Make sure to soak the stain in cold water as soon as possible, before washing in hot water. Rubbing in lemon juice before washing will also help eradicate the stain!<\/p>\n

2. Alcohol (Halloween punch)
\nAfter last year\u2019s postponed and toned-down celebrations, this year\u2019s Halloween parties are bound to be bigger and better than ever. Alcohol stains can be a horror to get out of your carpets and furniture, especially red wine. If you have an unfortunate spillage, make sure you blot the alcohol with a cloth until the liquid is absorbed, then sponge with cold water. Dr. Beckmann\u2019s Stain Devils Fruit & Drink is great to have in the cupboard, ready and waiting!<\/p>\n

3. Candle wax
\nCandles flickering in the dark are perfect for creating a spook-tacular atmosphere. But watch out for any spilt wax! If there is a spillage, allow the dripped wax to harden, then delicately scrape off excess wax with a blunt knife. Rub white vinegar using a damp cloth into the stain then leave to soak and keep your fingers crossed.
\n4. Sweets
\nTrick-or-treaters are inevitable on Halloween night, so here\u2019s a trick to get the stickiness from those delicious sweet treats out of clothes\/costumes. Grab an ice cube and place it on the stain for an hour, then scrape off the sweet residue with a blunt knife. Afterwards, wash with Dr. Beckmann\u2019s Stain Remover Oxi-Power Caps and wait as the powerful oxi-enzymes quickly and easily remove the sticky stains, leaving your clothes as good as new.<\/p>\n

5. Pumpkin
\nThe statement Halloween item can leave a permanent stain on your clothes if not treated quickly. Blot the stained fabric with a damp cloth then prepare to wash the garment. Use a stain remover to help break apart the stain.
\n6. Face paint
\nIf the face paint is dry then try and remove any excess paint before scrubbing. Water based paints are easier to remove, simply wash with hot water. Oil based paints are slightly trickier, so use Dr. Beckmann\u2019s Stain Devils Lubricant and Grease to tackle the stains in a speedy 3 minutes!
\n7. Chocolate
\nChocolate is one of the most popular treats given out to eager trick-or-treaters. Throughout the evening there is bound to be chocolate trodden into the carpet or spilt onto the sofa. Be sure to scrape any excess chocolate off the stain, then blot the mark with a damp cloth. Finally apply a stain remover or detergent to the stain and scrub!
\n8. Make-up
\nCatching the stain quickly is the key to removing make-up effectively, simply dab at the stain with a damp cloth or a baby wipe, and for any tough stains, use Dr. Beckmann\u2019s Carpet Stain Remover to remove any lasting marks!
\n9. Lipstick
\nLipstick can be a nightmare to remove from almost anywhere! Remove as much excess lipstick off the fabric as possible without smearing it further. Dab the stain with a warm, damp cloth, once this has been done, apply a stain remover and this should do just the trick (or treat)!
\n10. Caramel from candy apples
\nOnce again try scraping away the excess caramel from the carpet with a blunt knife. Do not rub or wipe with a cloth as the caramel will just sink deeper into the fabric fibres. Dab at the stain with a damp cloth and for any lasting stains, use Dr. Beckmann\u2019s Carpet Stain Remover and that should lift the remaining stain right out!<\/p>\n

On the top tips to help everyone have a deep Hallo-clean, Dr. Beckmann spokesperson, Susan Fermor said: \u201cAs much as we look forward to this year\u2019s celebrations, Halloween is a holiday filled with potential spills and stains, whether that\u2019s from too much fake blood or waking up to unsightly hairdye stains on your pillow. At Dr. Beckmann, we offer a wide range of products that can help you and your home return back to its pre-Halloween appearance in no time!\u201d<\/p>\n

Check out Dr. Beckmann\u2019s product range to help tackle your home\u2019s Halloween horror stains here: https:\/\/www.dr-beckmann.co.uk\/<\/p>\n

Pineapple farmers call on Aussies to ditch the pumpkin for something sweeter<\/strong>
\nThis Halloween, support our Queensland pineapple growers and get behind the latest <\/strong>
\nAussie tradition of carving a sweet Spooky Pine.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Pure Gold Pineapples are challenging Aussies to drop the American custom of carving
\npumpkins and support the local pineapple industry instead.
\nLike many Australians, our Queensland pineapple growers have had it tough this year with
\nextended lockdowns and COVID-19 having a direct impact on their business. To help
\nsupport the industry Pure Gold are asking families to swap the pumpkins for pineapples this
\nHalloween and embrace a fun new Aussie tradition.
\nTo get people behind the cause, Pure Gold Pineapples have released limited edition Spooky
\nPines that are available on major supermarket shelves across Australia throughout October.
\nBest of all, unlike pumpkins, carving pineapples doesn\u2019t leave any waste, simply use the
\nflesh of the pine in your favourite recipe or enjoy it fresh.
\nSaid Anthony Dobson, General Manager, Tropical Pines, \u2018This is our fifth year of Spooky
\nPines and we\u2019re thrilled that Aussies have embraced this new tradition that supports local
\nfarmers. We can\u2019t wait to see what spooky creations people come up with this Halloween.\u2019
\nSpooky pines also offer a great COVID safe Halloween decoration that can be placed
\noutside and enjoyed from a safe distance.
\nRemember to stay COVID safe this Halloween and check your local government area\u2019s
\nwebsite for tips on celebrating safely.
\nFor carving instructions click here: https:\/\/youtu.be\/i-DmwhfPiW4
\nImages of spooky pines and pineapple carvings can be found here
\nFor ideas on how to use the flesh of your tasty sweet pineapple, visit our website:<\/p>\n

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