MANILA, Philippines - With the rainy season expected to peak in September and October, health authorities are bracing for a rise in dengue incidents in the next two months.

Not everybody likes cucumbers. You may be interested to learn that ants hate cucumbers, especially cucumber peels. You'll especially appreciate that fact if you want to get rid of them. Just spread some cucumber peels - the more bitter, the better - where ants enter your home and they should get the message. Consider cucumber the "anti-welcome" mat for ants.