Winter quietly changes how homes behave. Windows stay shut, sunlight reduces and warm air lingers indoors. Corners that felt dry in summer begin holding moisture. Kitchens stay warm long after cooking ...

Dear Readers: Every spring, without fail, I receive numerous letters about killing insects that make life miserable. Since no one likes bugs in their home, I’m going to address this problem that many ...

We have all heard about viral yawning: Someone in the room yawns, and seconds later, half the group is ready to unleash their own. Contagious yawning has always seemed a little silly, a party trick of ...

Spider lovers and other invertebrate enthusiasts gathered in a large circle around the square patch of Astroturf where the Madagascar hissing cockroaches were set to race at the 10th Annual American ...