Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that ...

A typical closet is loaded with plastic, woven into polyester activewear, acrylic sweaters, nylon swimsuits and stretchy ...

Unlike cooking on a stove, cooking food in a microwave is too instant and tempting to resist, but science says it has its own ...

A chocolate cookie crust and creamy chocolate filling make this no-bake chocolate cheesecake as decadent as it is easy. A ...

Don't let your leftover cheese go to waste. With the right storage tricks, you can keep that chunk of gouda or wedge of brie ...

Previous research detected the tiny particles in our brains, lungs, liver, kidneys and blood — plus in bodily fluids like semen and breast milk.

That shift reflects a broader cultural evolution. As of early 2025, medical marijuana is legal in 38 states and Washington, D ...

According to experts, food and drink brands will need to consider several design priorities when developing packaging in 2025 ...

What should you do if your styrofoam-packaged takeout has gone cold, or you're eating the leftovers the next day? Can you ...

Legislation would provide a five-year phaseout of styrofoam containers used to serve or package ready-to-eat food ...

Let's just agree: We all have that one kitchen cupboard that is overflowing with plastic containers. Some are self-consciously bought, some are gifted, and some are used from takeout food. From ...

Barbies and Cabbage Patch dolls defined the term “plastic people.” Today, each and every one of us is said to consume upwards to a credit card’s worth ...