Daylight Saving Time is scheduled to end November 1, 2026, when clocks fall back one hour. But Congress is considering legislation that could end the twice-yearly clock change. Here’s what happens next.
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Daylight Saving Time is scheduled to end November 1, 2026, when clocks fall back one hour. But Congress is considering legislation that could end the twice-yearly clock change. Here’s what happens next.
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Look west shortly after sunset and you may see an extraordinarily bright “star.” It’s actually Venus, still dazzling just days after reaching peak brilliance for its 2026 evening appearance.
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A single Japanese stiltgrass plant can produce up to 1,000 seeds that may survive in the soil for years. Here’s how to identify it—and why early fall is the time to pull it.
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How much daylight will your state lose before winter? See our state-by-state guide showing the dramatic difference in daylight between the fall equinox and winter solstice—from just over an hour in Hawaii to nearly six hours in Alaska.
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It’s official—fall begins today, September 22, 2026! The autumnal equinox arrives tonight at 8:05 p.m. EDT, marking the astronomical beginning...
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Every fall, millions of trees seem to change almost overnight. Green hillsides turn yellow. Maples blaze red and orange. Oaks...
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When do mosquitoes finally disappear for the year? Temperatures around 50°F dramatically slow mosquito activity, while freezing weather kills many exposed adults. But some mosquitoes have surprisingly clever ways of surviving winter.
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What plant matches your birthday? Farmers’ Almanac has assigned a unique Birth Plant to every day of the year. Find yours—and look up the Birth Plants of your family and friends.
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Spotted lanternflies have spread rapidly across the United States—but where did they come from, how did they get here, and can we stop them? Here’s what you need to know about their spread, their eggs, and what homeowners can do to help.
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Before the ground freezes, give your vegetable garden a little attention. These five simple fall chores can help protect your soil, reduce next year's weeds and pests, and give your garden a healthier start next spring.
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