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Every year throughout Virginia and much of the Mid-Atlantic region, brown marmorated stink bugs are a nuisance to homeowners and a potential economic threat to farmers. During the spring and summer these insects feed on a wide range of fruit and vegetable crops. Then they ride out the cold winters by hiding out in your home entering through windows, cracks, and other small openings in your house.

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Instagram is removing likes, how will this impact mental health and brand interaction?

You spot a land-crawling “Frankenfish,” now what?

California fires: Virginia Tech experts on wildfire, smoke, disaster response, post-disaster recovery

Twitter’s announcement to ban political ads might have some unintended consequences, says expert

Daylight saving can create driver fatigue and hazards on the road, says expert

Virginia Tech entomology expert available to discuss stink bug infestations throughout the Mid-Atlantic

Happy 50th Internet, insights from a Virginia Tech expert

Virginia Tech researcher calls for a balanced approach when regulating electronic cigarettes

Virginia Tech’s Marc Edwards available to discuss new EPA standards for lead in water

Trump supporters launch crowd sleuthing effort to identify whistleblower, says expert

One year out, Virginia Tech security expert evaluates effectiveness of Real ID

White House lacking coherent strategy to respond to impeachment inquiry, says Virginia Tech expert

Dry Conditions Will Hurt This Year’s Fall Colors, Says Virginia Tech Expert

Virginia Tech entomology expert is available to discuss the dragonfly migrations that some say are appearing on weather radars

Israel Election Shows Testimony to the Deep Political Divide in the Middle East, Says Expert

Bracing for Hurricane Dorian, coastal experts available to discuss emergency preparation, disaster response and recovery

Recession Indicators Tilting the Scales, Virginia Tech Finance Expert Says

Experts offer safety tips for avoiding harmful algal blooms

Virginia Tech researchers: Wastewater injected deep underground sinks, inducing stronger earthquakes

Migrant children could face traumatic physical and mental health impacts, says medical experts

5 things to know about this week’s debates, according to Virginia Tech’s Bob Denton

National Bike to Work Week – improvements to bicycling infrastructure would encourage more riders and improve safety on the roads, says expert

Taco truck on your corner? Virginia Tech shows you where to find one

Virginia Tech expert available to discuss Notre Dame’s special place in the heart of France

Access Matters: A Changing Landscape in Sharing Research for Public Good

Advice for the winner of the fourth-largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history

Daylight Saving time change can enhance driver fatigue, drowsy driving

What is hempcrete? Experts available for interview

How to keep stink bugs out this winter

Border Walls Are Compelling Visual Symbols, but Do They Keep People Out?

Valentine’s Day 101: Follow your heart, not your mobile device

Virginia Governor Must Also Be Ready to Listen, According to Virginia Tech Political Expert

Winter weather brings hazardous driving conditions to roads; expert provides safety tips for navigating

Measles outbreak: Many states are inadequately vaccinated according to expert

Controversy “accents America’s long, ugly history of blackface” says race and social policy expert

How Cold Is Too Cold? Protecting Yourself From Frostbite, Frostnip and Hypothermia

The changing face of Super Bowl advertising

Setting boundaries for the Super Bowl in the workplace

Is Virginia going to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)? Expert available for interviews

The ‘Bird Box challenge,’ social media’s latest dangerous dilemma

Helping kids cope with a government shutdown

Government Shutdown: Virginia Tech professor available to explain economic impacts

The super wolf blood moon, ‘a full 62 luxurious minutes of totality’

Is Trump’s border wall really medieval? Virginia Tech historian available for interviews

Invasive new tick research halted because of government shutdown

Has 5G arrived? Virginia Tech telecommunications expert available for interviews

U.S. travel and tourism economy takes a hard hit during the government shutdown

Avoiding the ER when enjoying the cold weather outdoors

Cybersecurity expert: 10 tips for protecting kids’ privacy when using electronic toys

Virginia Tech researcher offers tips for breaking bread over the holidays

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