Pests
Best Ways to Keep Your Home Clear of Mosquitoes, According to Experts
Mosquitoes may ruin your summer, but Newsweek has spoken to an expert to find out the best way to keep the bugs away from your home for good
Giant Snails Carrying Meningitis Are Causing Concern in Florida
The snails carry the parasite rat lungworm, "known to cause meningitis in humans," the state's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services said.
How to Get Rid of Slugs
There are several methods available to remove slugs that are causing problems in your garden.
DIY Hacks To Get Rid of Plant Bugs for Good
Are your beloved houseplants infested with pests? Banish the bugs with these expert tips.
'They're Everywhere': Mice Plague Hits Queensland Region of Australia
The North Burnett region of Australia has seen a dramatic increase in the rodents who are seemingly "not afraid at all."
Internet Recoils After Man Finds Snakes Eating Eggs in Pantry—'Ssnackish'
"I would lay an egg if I found snakes in my pantry," joked one commenter on the viral post.
'Kudos to Your Grandpa': Natural Pesticide Recipe Wows Internet
Got a bag of old oranges? Turns out, you can put them to work in your garden.
'Borrow My Flame Thrower': Internet Freaks Out at Termite Infestation Video
"I've never experienced heebie-jeebies the way I experienced it today," wrote the user who shared the video.
Police Free Possum After It Held Woman 'Hostage' in Her Home
According to New Zealand officials, possums are considered to be "the country's most damaging animal pest."
America's 10 Most Rat-Infested Cities
Rodent activity increases during the cold weather as rats seek shelter in warm areas with food and water.
Rats 'the Size of Cats' Can Infiltrate Homes Via Toilets Says Expert
Being forced to stay indoors during the lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to fewer food sources outside for rats.
Pest Control Worker Caught Kicking Cat in Disturbing Video
The Las Vegas-based pest control company has said that the man in the video was an "uncompensated trainee."
Venomous Snake Found Glued With Other Bugs Into 'Nasty' Sticky Mouse Trap
The traps are often used to remove rodents, insects, and other animals that are considered to be pests from homes, but animal rights groups say they are cruel and indiscriminate.
Snakes Invade Ceiling of Family's Rental House Causing Landlord Dispute
"I'm dreaming that a snake is going to fall on me," said the renter, who moved into the home with his family in January. "I can't sleep."
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This Man Feeds Raccoons on His Porch Every Night—Twitter Has Some Thoughts
"It's not adorable if you are his neighbor. Ever had a neighbor who feeds feral cats? Same stupid behavior," one person wrote.
The Stink Bug Invasion Is Coming and Here's What You Need to Know
The harmless insects that make way into people's homes in the late summer and early fall are nothing to fear unless you're a farmer.
Invasive Asian Crazy Worms Increasingly Being Spotted Across Maine
"If allowed to spread, crazy worms could cause serious damage to horticultural crops and the forest ecosystem in Maine," the state's Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry said.
Climate Change Could Mean Rat Boom: Scientists
Scientists are warning that rising temperatures caused by climate change will turn cities worldwide into perfect rat breeding grounds.
Cities Are Changing Animals at a Genetic Level
Bedbugs, head lice and cockroaches have all had their genetic codes altered by life in the big city.
Robot Rights, iPhone Redesign: Things We Learned
The ability of algorithms to predict human responses in videos is among the things we learned in Tech & Science this week.
Invasive Pests Are Eating Trees Like Potato Chips
Shipping containers are no help in controlling the pest population.
American Houses Are Teeming With Bugs
Searching just 50 homes, scientists found 10,000 specimens from 579 species.
Prime-Time Slime
Slug infestations are cropping up on sustainable no-till farms, possibly due to the overuse of neonicotinoid pesticides.