Asian lady beetles are very good at sneaking into your home en masse once the weather gets chilly—here’s how to deal with these unwanted houseguests.

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It’s important to be as prepared as possible before you and your pup hit the trail.
It's a healthy way to recharge after a long day of sitting.
Not all pumpkins are created equal. Check out these tips for choosing a pumpkin that’s ripe for picking.
Think rinsing with water in between uses counts as cleaning your sink? Think again.
Hiking is great for your health. Getting lost and thirsty is not. Here's how to avoid it.
Follow these steps to add your favorite sites (like Mental Floss) to your Preferred Sources list.
Air fryers are a game-changer for many home cooks. But unfortunately, there are still several types of food they can’t quite handle.
Though the gray band is safe to eat, it’s not particularly appetizing.
What causes slimy meats, whether they’re still safe to eat, and how to tell when they're not.
Here‘s what to do if you‘re struggling with the dreaded white cast caused by sunscreen.
Napping offers many benefits, but getting the most out of a midday snooze isn’t always easy. Fortunately, these expert-backed tips can help, and keep you feeling refreshed after the fact, too.
Do sun shades really help reduce the interior temperatures of cars during the summer months, or is it just part of how companies sell them to shoppers?
Grab some trash bags and get to work.
Could making your mobile device a bit “stupider” be the key to curbing that pesky smartphone addiction? You can see for yourself with these handy tips.
Don’t get left in the cold on your next camping trip. Build a better campfire with these easy hacks.
Should you buy bananas when they’re green or when they're visibly yellow and ripe? Discover the right time and color stage to purchase bananas, plus how to best store them at home.
Looking for a KFC deal? The chain is giving away free chicken buckets with digital orders at participating locations.
Tired of fan dust falling everywhere? These ceiling fan cleaning hacks—including natural solutions and smart safety tips—will make the problem easier to deal with.
When it comes to removing water stains from your ceiling, there are a few important things to identify, like what’s causing water to seep through in the first place.
A household item that retails for less than $5 can provide a good first-line preventive measure against tick-borne illnesses.
Costco shoppers are making ice cream floats for under $3, and you can too with this clever trick.