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ExpertSpotlight: From Ancient Spirits to Modern Scares: The Fascinating History of Halloween!

Will Texas really go blue? There's been many close calls... and if you're covering Tuesday's election in the Lone Star State, you need an #expert to break it all down. @TCU has a whole team ready to help if you have questions or a story to file.

Covering the economy ... connect with the #experts from @cedarville today. #ExpertSpotlight: Inflation Puts Household Budgets—and Candidates—Under Pressure

#ExpertSpotlight: Is Government Corruption Becoming a Defining Issue in the Midterm Elections? As Americans prepare to vote November 3, @UMassAmherst political scientist @raylaraja examines how concerns about corruption, government fraud and the economy are shaping the political debate.

Just under a week until Americans decide control of Congress. When the issues are this big, on topics like the courts, voting rules, affordability, AI, and election integrity, credible experts' insights matter. @UMassAmherst has launched its 2026 Midterms Experts Hub. It brings more than a dozen experts, multiple story angles and live UMass Poll data together on one page. UMass Amherst experts are already shaping coverage with outlets including @nytimes , and @washingtonpost . One focused site that shows journalists, search engines, and the public the impact of research and insights. Watch it in action. Link in the comments. #Midterms2026 #HigherEd #MediaRelations #experts

Why did Flávio Bolsonaro have to flee Brazil? Let an #expert from @UF help f you have questions. @AJanusz is an expert on elections, political behavior and racial identity in Latin America; particularly in Brazilian politics.

From the computer modelling at Harvard: Our forecast says there's a 94% chance the Democrats take the House⇄ Is there still a chance? The Republicans winning is as likely as rolling a 20 on a twenty-sided die. Texas is going to be crucial for both parties next week. Check out the Expert Authority Hub @TCU if you're covering.

#ExpertSpotlight: Retiring Solo: Table for One? In my last article, I wrote about couples retiring together. The dishwasher. The thermostat. The 1,500 Tuesdays. If you are retiring solo, you may have read it with a certain amount of satisfaction, thinking, Thank God I don't have to deal with that. Sorry. This week is about you. Read it all here and connect with @SuePimento from #RetireWithEquity to learn more.

#ExpertSpotlight: Turning Back the Clocks: Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Our Mental Health? As November brings shorter days and a return to standard time, @AUG_University researchers explore the connection between seasonal changes, depression and mental health emergencies. Read this and connect with Dr. Vahé Heboyan or Dr. William Vaughn McCall if you have DST story to file this week.

From @BBC: King acknowledges 'suffering of the past' as Caribbean tour begins Covering? Let an #expert from @Aston help with your stories and questions. Connect with Dr Joseph Yannielli - a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Modern History today.

Covering the results in Israel and wondering what's next for the country, the region and even Bibi? David Mednicoff - @mednic - is Professor of Middle Eastern Studies and Public Policy @UMassAmherst . Connect today if you have questions.

Two years after the 2024 election, where does civil discourse stand? Election season has brought the expected vicious political campaign ads, heated online disagreements and difficult dinner table conversations with family and friends. But the @UDelaware 's Timothy Shaffer says there’s still room for civil discourse.

#ExpertSpotlight: @AUG_University Researchers Uncover New Clues to Dangerous Pregnancy Complication A significant discovery by researchers at Augusta University's Medical College of Georgia is shedding new light on preeclampsia, a potentially life-threatening pregnancy complication affecting an estimated 2% to 8% of pregnancies worldwide.

Companies Are More Committed to Sustainability Than Ever. So What's Holding Them Back? New @mitsupplychain research led by Dr. Sreedevi Rajagopalan reveals a growing gap between corporate sustainability ambitions and the ability to deliver meaningful results.

#ExpertSpotlight: Midterm Campaigns Enter Their Final Full Week And if you are covering Ohio, there's no one better than @markcalebsmith from @cedarville if you have questions or need some #expert insight!

Expect a Warmer Winter Due to Super El Niño A @Newsday story on the forecast for a warmer and wetter winter features an interview with Dr. Jase Bernhardt, associate professor of geology, environment, and sustainability. Have questions? @HofstraU has the #experts if you have a story.

Are you getting tour #experts in the media? @dschweidel from @EmoryGoizueta was recently on CNN talking about campaign marketing during the midterm elections. Check out his #ExpertFile profile here and connect if you have a story to cover.

ExpertSpotlight: Why Negative Political Ads Work - And When They Backfire @EmoryGoizueta #Expert Explains the Psychology of Fear, Anger and AI-Generated Campaign Advertising on CNN Read this and connect with @dschweidel today if you're looking to know more.

#ExpertSpotlight: Could Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Be Affecting Your Oral Health? @AUG_University Researcher Investigates New research examines how GLP-1 medications used to treat sleep apnea could affect saliva, bacteria and dental health.

It seems everyone is keeping an eye on Texas! We can help if you're covering! As the 2026 midterm elections approach on Nov. 3, TCU's experts in political science, journalism, economics and media law are ready to help journalists and audiences understand what's happening, and why it matters. From the mechanics of elections and voting rights, to how media coverage shapes public perception, to the economic issues driving voter decisions, @TCU has the range to cover every angle of this election cycle.