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By Mary Beth Griggs Apr 15, 2021

DIY

Fight ant infestations with these expert tips

No thanks, ants. No thants.

By Chelsea Himsworth/The Conversation Oct 10, 2019

Animals

If we want to get rid of rats, we must first embrace them

Step one: Learn where the fear of the rodents is coming from.

By Dan Seitz Mar 21, 2019

Animals

How to keep raccoons and possums away from your house

Fuzzy pests don’t belong in your trash.

By Ellen Airhart Feb 21, 2019

Science

The White House is infested with flies

This isn't the iconic building's first pest, or its last.

By Jillian Mock Dec 7, 2018

DIY

How to get rid of lice

Good news: These bloodsuckers can’t jump.

By Dan Seitz Sep 29, 2018

DIY

How to get rid of fleas

Protect your pets and your pelt.

By Marlene Cimons Sep 27, 2018

Nexus Media News

Devastating termite infestations threaten more damage in the wake of post-hurricane floods

After the storm comes the swarm (of termites).

By Dan Seitz Aug 12, 2018

DIY

Six pest-removal myths that need to be exterminated

And what you should do instead.

By Kelsey D. Atherton Sep 14, 2016

Animals

This Robotic Tank Wants To Kill Mosquitoes With A Laser

Blows your puny bug zapper away

By Coby McDonald Jun 22, 2016

Health

Scientists Finally Recognized For Eradicating The Sexy Screwworm

Their technique to eliminate destructive pests earns them Golden Goose awards

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Fight ant infestations with these expert tips

If we want to get rid of rats, we must first embrace them

How to keep raccoons and possums away from your house

The White House is infested with flies

How to get rid of lice

How to get rid of fleas

Devastating termite infestations threaten more damage in the wake of post-hurricane floods

Six pest-removal myths that need to be exterminated

This Robotic Tank Wants To Kill Mosquitoes With A Laser

Scientists Finally Recognized For Eradicating The Sexy Screwworm