Invasive weeds can be a gardener’s worst nightmare. They spread rapidly, choke out native plants, and can be incredibly difficult to eradicate once established. One such weed that demands immediate attention is Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica). This notorious invader blooms in August, signaling a critical time to tackle it before it further entrenches itself in your garden and beyond.

This Invasive Weed Flowers In August. Kill It Before It Spreads!

Wasps are pollinators in the garden, but not insects you want to encounter around your home, yard, or patio—they are more aggressive than bees, and you don't want to get stung while lounging outside. They aren't a big threat if left alone when foraging for food. However, if they...

How to Get Rid of Wasps 4 Easy Ways (and Keep Them From Coming Back)

In new research published in the scientific journal Discover Food, Dr. Asaf Tzachor, Founder and Academic Director of the Aviram Sustainability and Climate Program at Reichman University, along with a team of researchers from Iceland, Denmark and Austria, report the use of state-of-the-art biotechnology to cultivate photosynthetically-controlled Spirulina, and produce carbon–neutral and nutritious biomass containing unopposed, biologically active vitamin B12, in levels comparable to beef meat. This is the first time biologically active vitamin B12 has been reported in Spirulina.

Breakthrough study unveils sustainable solution to vitamin B12 deficiency

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If you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard, plant these perennials. Learn which perennial flowers attract hummingbirds and where to plant them.

11 Perennial Plants That Will Fill Your Yard With Hummingbirds

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Wasps are insects classified within the order Hymenoptera, the order which also contains bees, sawflies and ants. This is due to various characteristics which each individual species shares such as a narrow waist, hamuli wings and segmented antennae. Bees and wasps are known for their ability to sting, but this does not apply to all members of the order. Bees and wasps share other similarities such as their distinct coloration, but there are also key differences. Bees are known for their honey production, but does a wasp make honey?

Does a Wasp Make Honey?

Austin, TX

When you get infected with a virus, some of the first weapons your body deploys to fight it were passed down to us from our microbial ancestors billions of years ago. According to new research from The University of Texas at Austin, two key elements of our innate immune system came from a group of microbes called Asgard archaea.

Next time you beat a virus, thank your microbial ancestors

As summer starts to wind down, August becomes a critical month for preparing your tomato plants for a bountiful September harvest. Tomatoes, native to western South America and Central America, thrive in warm weather but require specific care to maximize fruit production as the season progresses. By giving your tomatoes the right attention now, you can ensure they produce a generous, delicious crop next month.

Do This To Your Tomatoes In August For A Huge September Harvest

We’re always told to make the best out of any situation, no matter how negative it may seem. There is often a positive way to view a situation and transform it into a learning experience. When Ibrahim Sedef faced such a situation, he left no stone unturned to make it a relishing experience. Sedef is an agricultural engineer who has been engaged in beekeeping at his facility in the Yeniay Neighborhood, according to the Turkish outlet DHA. He knew his job and was getting his work done as best as he could until he started having trouble with unwanted intruders. He reportedly saw bears entering his facility and causing damage to his well-kept hives.

Beekeeper saw bears stealing honey from his farm so he cleverly made them a part of his fun experiment

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Not meeting just one of these essential care requirements could hinder your lime harvest

How to get a lime tree to fruit – 3 things you need to do to grow this citrus fruit successfully

Some apple cultivars are popular for a while and then seem to fade into insignificance, but others stand the test of time, dominating the commercial market year after year. ‘McIntosh’ is one of those perennial classics. It’s Canada’s national apple, and it’s the one that the wildly popular computer...

Tips for Growing ‘McIntosh’ Apples

Bees and hummingbirds are important garden pollinators attracted to the nectar in flowers and the sugar water in hummingbird feeders. While bees seldom harm hummingbirds, they can drain a feeder quickly, becoming a nuisance for homeowners and crowding out the sweet birds from feeding. We talked to an entomologist to...

Don't Let Bees Invade Your Hummingbird Feeders—9 Fixes to Keep Them Away

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As summer's heat begins to wane and the days start to shorten, August presents a perfect opportunity to transition your garden from summer's bounty to fall's harvest. For gardeners who want to extend their growing season and enjoy fresh produce well into the cooler months, now is the time to start planting cool-season crops. Here are some of the best cool-season plants to sow in August and tips to ensure a successful fall garden.

Cool-Season Crops to Plant in August

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

From Alaska to Mexico, many hummingbirds travel astonishing distances during late summer

The 4,000-mile migration of native hummingbirds is about to begin – here's how you can help these winged wonders

Tomatoes are a favorite crop for many gardeners, offering the reward of juicy, flavorful fruits at the end of the season. However, late summer can present unique challenges that can jeopardize your tomato harvest if not managed properly. Avoiding common mistakes during this critical period is essential to ensuring a bountiful crop.

Late Summer Tomato Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Crop

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Despite being essential to sustaining agriculture and the health of ecosystems, bee populations are rapidly collapsing because of human activity. First, a class of pesticides known as neonicotinoids was definitively linked to this dangerous decline. Now, as revealed in a recent study in the journal Ecology Letters, climate change is another human-caused environmental factor hurting bees.

Climate change is making it too hot for bumblebees to adapt, threatening their existence

The gardening experts share tips on how to save hollyhock seeds, including advice on timing and storage

How to harvest hollyhock seeds – to grow more summer flowers for free

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Honey bees may play key role in spreading viruses to wild bumble bees

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Honey bees may play a role in increasing virus levels in wild bumble bees each spring, according to researchers at Penn State...

Honey bees may play key role in spreading viruses to wild bumble bees

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