Where do bedbugs come from?
May 17, 2019, 4:20 p.m. by Chanie Kirschner
These creepy crawlies originated in the tropics and can be found just about everywhere now.
Your kitchen towel could cause food poisoning
June 29, 2018, 10:11 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Using a kitchen towel for many uses can spread E. coli and get your family sick.
The woefully inaccessible state of our city sidewalks
June 21, 2018, 9:21 a.m. by Matt Hickman
A lawsuit in Atlanta demonstrates yet again that American sidewalks are far from being user-friendly to everyone.
What's the best park in every U.S. state?
June 7, 2018, 2:42 p.m. by Jacqueline Gulledge
If you're looking for summer travel ideas, this list is a good starting point.
Yes, bats really do eat a lot of mosquitoes
May 30, 2018, 9:30 a.m. by Russell McLendon
A new study reveals mosquito DNA in the guano of two widespread North American bat species.
What makes us happy about where we live?
May 24, 2018, 4:38 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Diversity, commuting and health care matter.
Almost 70% of population will live in cities by 2050 (so maybe we should get better at it)
May 21, 2018, 1:37 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
New U.N. study estimates that urban environments will host more than 6.7 billion people over the next 30 years.
Starbucks shouldn't be America's bathroom
May 14, 2018, 12:12 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
Everybody needs them, which is why this should be a government responsibility.
Your favorite scented products are causing as much air pollution as your car
May 4, 2018, 10:27 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Emissions from shampoo, cleaners and paint impact air quality.
Showers in subway stations? LA Metro seeks to boost hygiene for city's homeless
May 3, 2018, 10:57 a.m. by Matt Hickman
It may sound strange, but the scheme could benefit the homeless and boost sagging ridership numbers.
What London's air could look like without cars
April 30, 2018, 11:58 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
Here's what London's air would look like without cars.
Pakistan opens first school for transgender students
April 28, 2018, 2:17 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
The Gender Guardian offers 12 years of education, from elementary school to college.
Meditation or vacation: Which one is better?
April 10, 2018, 10:19 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
Researchers dig into the mental and physical health benefits of both.
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6 surprising facts about ladybugs
Did you know they got their name from farmers in the Middle Ages?
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7 natural flea remedies for cats and dogs
Avoid harsh chemicals on your pet with these natural methods for pet flea prevention and treatment.
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How to build a hotel for wild bees
Help out your local bee population by building them a place to nest.
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Synchronized fireflies gather for a 'rave'
Every year, Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with synchronous fireflies.
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8 facts about the misunderstood house spider
We rarely give this relationship much thought. Here's what to know about your arachnid roommates.
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13 natural solutions for deterring ants
Natural pest control methods can help you cope with and eliminate the problem.
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How to identify different types of bees
And wasps and hornets and yellow jackets and other flying insects.
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