Editor’s note: This column was produced before Gene Wengert died in 2025. It is printed here in memoriam. Q How deep should needles go in rough or planed lumber using a pin moisture meter? Insulated ...

The vital key to protecting your home from damage, both simple and drastic, is proper preparation. When you prepare your home for certain eventualities, you'll be able to catch these hazards in the ...

Medtronic has earned FDA approval that will allow it to broaden the scope of its MiniMed 780G system portfolio. FDA has cleared Medtronic’s SmartGuard algorithm as an interoperable automated glycemic ...

Cempasúchil (marigold) flowers were planted earlier this year in the backyard of Chula Vista gardeners, the late Maria Elena Castellanos and her husband, Jose Luis Castellanos. May 11, 2025. If you're ...

A wearable sensor could make tracking medication levels much easier for people living with bipolar disorder, eliminating the need for blood draws and lab analyses. The first-of-its-kind device could ...

Any home gardener knows they have to tailor their watering regime for different plants. Forgetting to water their flowerbed over the weekend could spell disaster, but the trees will likely be fine.

Beef tallow has gained popularity online as a potential way to care for your skin. However, more research is still needed to understand the safety and effectiveness of beef tallow for skin. Beef ...

Electricity can be a pretty handy tool when it stays within the bounds of its wiring. It’s largely responsible for our modern world and its applications are endless. When it’s not running in wires or ...