However, humans and other mammals perceive capsaicin as a threat ... For comparison, the pepper spray carried by police is ...

Incidents involving bear spray continue in Saskatchewan nearly a year after new provincial rules to restrict its transportation were introduced. Bear spray continues to pose a conundrum for ...

When the reward involves delicious homegrown peppers (Capsicum annuum), it's only reasonable ... gardeners treat their garden's pepper plants to Epsom salt (MgSO4), thinking its 10% magnesium ...

Pepper spray contains capsaicin — a chemical derived from chili peppers — which irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory system. When sprayed, it causes burning, difficulty breathing and ...

The Ministry of the Interior (MININT) has determined the cause and source of the gas that affected numerous students at José ...

Chili pepper spray is another pungent option to repel garden pests. Blend hot peppers with water and a small amount of soap to help the mixture adhere to plant leaves. The capsaicin in the peppers ...

2. You heat up spicy food in the microwave The compound that gives chilies their heat factor, capsaicin, is also an irritant. When you microwave something like a spicy pepper, the food can emit steam ...

A young man has been charged with assault after a Walmart on Hamilton Mountain was evacuated Tuesday evening due to bear ...

BERLIN -- Several people were injured at a concert in Berlin by American rapper JPEGMafia because of pepper spray, German ...