October 23rd is the 296th day of the year. There are 69 days remaining until the end of the year

Today is National Horror Movie Day, National Boston Cream Pie Day, National Mole Day, National Paralegal Day, World Edible Insect Day, National iPod Day and Slap Your Irritating Co-Workers Day

— On this date in 1814, the world’s first modern-day plastic surgery operation was performed in Chelsea, England

— On this date in 1941, Disney’s Dumbo was released

— On this date in 2004, Ashlee Simpson was caught lip-syncing during an appearance on Saturday Night Live

THINGS U NEED 2 NO:
According to a new survey, 61% of Americans say the grilled cheese is their favorite sandwich.  The bad news is that a whopping 75% of people don’t feel confident that they can make a solid grilled cheese.

Capri Sun is releasing a Halloween pouch that is nearly impossible to open with a straw.  The “Trick & Treat” pouches are made from a strong nylon and will be available on Walmart.com. The limited edition release is part of a social media campaign aimed at engaging fans with a humorous twist.

North Carolina State University is testing a new white light traffic signal. The signal activates when enough autonomous cars are present.  This innovative signal could revolutionize how drivers navigate the roads.

Crayola just released results from a huge poll they did to find out what our favorite crayon color is. They asked people in 183 different countries.  And if you’ve ever seen “The Devil Wears Prada”, you’ll know exactly what this shade is. The most popular crayon color in the world is CERULEAN.  It’s the shade of Anne Hathaway’s blue sweater in the scene where Meryl Streep shames her. The top three crayon colors are all muted shades of blue and purple:  Cerulean blue . . . Robin’s Egg blue . . . and Wisteria purple.  They’re also the top three in the U.S.  (“Wild Strawberry” is third in Canada and the U.K.)

Florida’s Cape Coral High School was recently evacuated twice in one day due to a “stink spray challenge”. The students released the spray at 7:30 a.m. and again at 11:30 a.m. The prank sent two staff members to the hospital.  School officials are taking disciplinary action.

You may have to read this twice:  A bonfire that took weeks to prepare for a village’s fundraising event was burned down early by suspected arsonists. 

(AUDIO) Scream Clubs started in Chicago and have now become a global phenomena.  They’re opening up everywhere and offer a public spot to scream with other stressed out people. Here are some members of the D.C. chapter screaming and talking all about the club.