Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. He comes in peace. Matt Bertone, CC BY-ND I know it may be hard to convince you, but let me try: Don’t kill the next spider you ...

Diatomaceous earth dehydrates and kills spiders—it's a safe, affordable alternative to chemical sprays. Lightly dust entry points, basements, and attics; reapply weekly with safety gear. You can also ...

Although the word “spider” may elicit a “yuck” or an “ew” from many readers, the true nature of these oft-feared critters is not as icky as one might suppose. Arachnids provide essential services for ...