Worried about keeping your dog safe in freezing weather? We VERIFY answers to common questions about dogs in ice and snow.
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If you’re using a space heater to stay warm, plug it directly into a wall outlet. Extension cords or power strips can overheat, and...
Can reindeer noses really turn red? We VERIFY myths and facts about the animals.
Excessive idling can cause engine damage, and experts agree that modern gas-powered engines don’t need to warm up to run effectively.
Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to...
Artificial trees can gather dust, mold spores and other allergens. This can trigger an allergic reaction that’s sometimes called “Christmas tree syndrome."
“It does not take ingesting more than a few laps of ethylene glycol to potentially be fatal to cats and small dogs,” VCA Animal...
If you’ve noticed your car has a deflated tire or even a tire pressure warning light on a cold morning, then you can curse...
Contrary to popular belief, drinking an alcoholic beverage doesn’t help keep you warm in the cold. It actually cools you down instead.
Snow shoveling can put strain on anyone’s heart, but people with health conditions or those who don’t exercise regularly are especially at risk of...
Postal workers can’t accept cash or checks, but they are legally allowed to accept some other gifts. Here’s what gift-givers should know.
It’s a myth that cold or rainy weather can cause a cold. Instead, colds are minor infections of the nose and throat caused by...