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A meadow under the rising moon, glowing with tawny grasses, punctuated by dark candle-flame cedars — this is a quintessential Vineyard scene. Small wintering birds hop about looking for a seed or an ...

Some people think tree stumps are whimsical, while others hate them. Leaving it to rot in place has pros and cons, as does removing it. Which is right for you?

Snow melts… and suddenly the ground is moving? Before you question reality (or grab a flamethrower), here’s what those tiny ...

“Insect herbivores have long been known to accumulate plant defense metabolites from their diet as defenses against their own ...

Their control is now one of my most frequently asked questions, Don Kinzler writes, which also indicates their control isn’t ...

Fungi are the hidden architects of our ecosystems, acting as everything from helpful partners for plants to aggressive ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

A deadly, treatment-resistant fungus that acts similarly to cancer is rapidly spreading across hospitals throughout the country as officials struggle to contain it. Candida Auris, a type of yeast that ...

A dangerous drug-resistant fungus is spreading worldwide and developing traits that make it harder to treat, scientists have warned in new research. Candida auris, an invasive yeast that primarily ...

Popcorn is more than a crunchy, satisfying snack — it’s a piece of American history and a point of pride for Hoosiers. As National Snack Month is celebrated across the ...