The word "tarantula" is not commonly used in our everyday language. Yet, everyone immediately knows what it means: a large, hairy spider. Today, people might be more inclined to say "bird spider." But ...

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LOUIS – Harry Bell is sharing his frightening ordeal after being bitten by a brown recluse spider. Bell was bitten ... thought it was just a mosquito bite or a bug bite,” he said.

The Baltimore Orioles have shut down starting pitcher Zach Eflin and placed him on the 15-day injured list due to a right lat strain. The move is retroactive to Tuesday. He won't throw for at ...

The inquest will examine the events leading up to Tristian’s death, public awareness around snake bite symptoms and first aid, and whether recommendations can be made to prevent similar tragedie ...