When politicians and most staff are away for the summer holidays, a ravenous group of fly-in workers descend on Parliament House.

Ever notice how some gardens seem to thrive with fewer pests and more blooms? The secret often lies in attracting the right insects. Beneficial bugs can be your garden’s best friends, helping you ...

Most of us have the same instant reaction when we spot a creepy crawler making its way across our living room floor. We reach for whatever's nearby to squash it, no questions asked. Here's the thing, ...

There's no doubt that ladybugs are one of the most beloved insects anywhere. Growers love them in the garden because they help eradicate pests like aphids, while children get a kick out of their ...

Mulch is a simple way to help your garden bounce back. Spread mulch around your plants to keep the soil moist and reduce how ...

The lawsuit accuses Clayton-Tarvin of being “a prolific poster of misinformation designed to cause reputational harm” and that her recent posts are “increasingly manic and reckless, as if the author ...

Learn about some Alabama home features that may no longer meet the codes, helping homeowners stay ahead of compliance issues.

Winter is coming, and so are Asian lady beetles. Virginia is facing an invasion of ladybug lookalikes this fall. The spotted beetles are an invasive species related to the ladybug, and colder ...

Meet a katydid that sounds like a bird and is as big as one too! It's even able to modulate its call to avoid attracting bats ...

Sarah Jividen, RN, BSN, is a trained neuro/trauma, and emergency room nurse turned healthcare writer. As a journalism major, she combined her love for writing with her passion for high-level patient ...

Around the country, firefly populations have reached historically low numbers. At one time, they lit up the night with their ...