What are lemmings? Lemmings are small Arctic rodents. They are subniveal animals, meaning they spend most of their time in and underneath the snow pack. They do not hibernate, they live alone except for mating and they can be rather fierce when confronted. Oh yeah, and they’re best known for their tendency to commit mass [...]

Let’s get you up to speed Why Do We Itch? [Prelude] What is Poison Ivy, Oak & Sumac? [Part 1] What’s in Poison Ivy Bubbles? [Part 2] The snow has melted; the sprouts are up. And all that new green can only mean one thing – you’ll soon be running into Poison Ivy, Poison Oak [...]

WTF is that: Stink Bug Edition One minute your house is a perfect example of domestic civilization. Then without so much as an open window, it’s a buzzing mess of arthropods. And in the majority of the U.S., stink bugs are leading the charge. Aside from invading your home, stink bugs damage our crops and [...]

Ben Franklin’s Prank or Nazi Plot? If you’re reading this, congratulations. You have survived another year of dreaded Daylight Saving Time. And I don’t just refer to the hassle of waking up an hour earlier on the account of the government, the scientists or some other sadistic, time-bending policymaker. Daylight Saving Time increases the risk [...]

Breasts. Love ‘em. Always have. Don’t know why. Most guys would leave it at that. We assume breasts are linked to sexual attraction, reproduction and light beer sales. Beyond that, who cares? Just keep ‘em coming. But think about it – breasts are really just sacs of fat. (I know, you might not want to [...]