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Europe Meets D.C.: Fraternities, sororites and Halloween

Editors Note: They traveled 1,230 miles to come to Washington, D.C. -- Christine Amdam flew all the way from Norway and Alina Braun from Germany. This fall, they are studying journalism at American University and working as interns for WTOP. They quickly discovered that Washington and the American culture are very different from their hometowns Oslo and Mannheim and decided to document their experiences. Check WTOP.com each weekend to read about Christine and Alina's "culture clashes."

Tags: American University, costumes, college drinking, Europe meets D.C.

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Bryce Harper in Halloween spirit with clown costume, bro

One of D.C.'s favorite athletes got in the Halloween spirit with a costume honoring his own famous quip.

Tags: Bryce Harper, Washington Nationals, DCist

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Md. towns shuffle Halloween plans after storm

The tiny Maryland town of Henderson has put Halloween back on after canceling it, and others are shuffling plans as they recover from superstorm Sandy.

Tags: Hurricane Sandy

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Where to donate leftover Halloween candy

Area moms gear up for an annual post-Halloween payload.

Tags: candy, troops, holidays, MoverMoms,

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Tips for Halloween treats that sidestep calories, food allergies

When people think of Halloween, what word comes to mind? For children, it is probably candy. But there are healthier options out there for trick- or-treaters.

Tags: Paula Wolfson, candy, trick-or-treat

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Costume shop marks final Halloween in D.C.

Backstage, Inc. is celebrating its last Halloween in D.C. after more than three decades of peddling fake blood, fairy glitter and Skittle-colored wigs.

Tags: alicia lozano, backstage, inc., barracks row

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Top 2012 movie character Halloween costumes

Online movie ticket seller Fandango surveyed 1,000 individuals to find out what 2012 movie character costumes they are donning for Halloween. Catwoman from "The Dark Knight Rises" topped the list for women, while Thor from "the Avengers" led the list for men.

Tags: costumes, Batman, movies, Brennan Haselton

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How to enjoy Halloween sweets, without the calorie regret

Halloween candy is everywhere, from homes to offices to even the gym. But how can people enjoy it without ruining their diets?

Tags: candy, calories, veronica robinson

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Tips to keep squirrels from destroying pumpkins

WTOP Garden Editor Mike McGrath recommends using everything from hot peppers, to deer repellent and dog hair.

Tags: pumpkins, squirrels, gardening, Mike McGrath, kristi king

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Virginia pumpkins abound this fall

Tags: pumpkins, autumn, allen straw

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