Raccoons may have a mischievous reputation, but these clever, masked bandits bring unexpected benefits to your yard. Far from ...

While raccoons are famous for tearing into garbage bags, leaving trash strewn in their wake, these nocturnal creatures don't just dine on rotting food. They also have quite the sweet tooth. Their wide ...

To keep squirrels out of bird feeders, using bird seed coated in hot pepper oil is an effective solution. When using pepper-treated seed, wear gloves and avoid making your own mixture to prevent ...

Learn how leaf piles, dead stems, and natural shelters support overwintering insects and animals in your backyard.

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Marcus Foligno of the Minnesota Wild has called his team "mellow and vanilla." Patrick Smith / Getty Images ST. PAUL, Minn. — It’s pretty rare for an NHL team to have a “must-win” game on Nov. 1, but ...

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