Arachnophobia can eclipse our ability to feel compassion

Why so many of us are casual spider-murderers – “The moment we sense the pitter-patter of their tiny feet across the living room floor, or catch a glimpse of movement in the corner of an eye as they abseil down from the ceiling, they’re likely to end u…

an itsy bitsy problem

Spider Bridge – “There is a beautiful new bridge in Ottawa, Canada. It’s lit up at night, so it’s a stunning way to cross this canal and see a gorgeous sunset at the same time. But there’s a wee problem.” (via)