Alexia Kontolemos

Joined: May 10, 2022

Alexia is a freelance writer who enjoys writing about travel, food, and culture. She's a fan of big, loud family gatherings, board games, Marvel movies and is a geography, history and pop culture nerd.

Red vs. Gray Fox: What's the Difference?

She's probably spent the last 20 minutes listening to the same fuzzy song on a loop.

Why Hold Music Is So Annoying

You can practically hear the hissing and growling.

How to Help Your Cats Get Along, According to an Expert

Not something a driver wants to see in their rear-view mirror.

Why Do Dogs Chase Cars?

Why Won’t My Cat Use the Litter Box?

A certified cat trainer suggests reasons why a cat won’t use its litter box—and offers some possible solutions.

People often mistake a red fox’s bark for the sound of a person screaming.

11 Animals that Make Terrifying Sounds

Red foxes, barn owls, and American alligators are just a few beasts that make scary sounds.

Essential components of any vampire repelling kits.

Why Can’t Vampires Eat Garlic?

The idea that garlic repels vampire has been linked to some serious health problems.

RIP to these Hershey’s Kisses candy corns.

8 Discontinued Halloween Candies You’ll Never Find in Your Trick-or-Treat Bucket Again

A lot of them had something to with candy corn.

A stereotypical depiction of a witch, wart and all.

Why Do Witches Often Have Warts?

The reason they’re often associated with the growths goes hand in hand with the same centuries-old superstitions that gave witches an undeservedly bad rap.

Why You Shouldn’t Put Out Fake Spider Webs This Halloween

Though fall is the time for spooky décor, those fake spider webs can turn into a truly scary situation for birds, bees, and other wildlife.

Why Artificial Banana Flavor Doesn’t Quite Taste Like Bananas

Despite what people often claim, the Gros Michel isn't to blame.

16 Animals With Delightfully Obvious Names

From burrowing owls to smooth green snakes, these animal names don't leave much to the imagination.

A bit of training will make going for a walk a lot easier.

How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on Their Leash, According to a Professional Trainer

walks give dogs a chance for them to explore and interact with the environment around them. Here's how to stop them from dragging you along for the ride.

How Often Should You Water Your Garden?

Once you’ve learned a few key things about your garden, you’ll know how often you should grab a hose and start watering.

Why Are Horseshoes Considered Lucky?

Horseshoes are said to bring in good fortune and keep evil out.

King Charles III’s Favorite Car Runs on Wine and Cheese

His beloved Aston Martin uses a biofuel composed of 85 percent bioethanol and 15 percent unleaded petrol.