Have you ever thrown something in the recycling bin, hoping it's recyclable? Maybe a toothpaste tube, bubble wrap or plastic ...

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

Rules for recycling vary by city, so that's something to consider before you toss thin plastics, glass, or even your pet food bag into your bins.

Recyclable plastics will have a recycling symbol and a number printed on them. In general, plastics No. 1 and No. 2 are always recyclable in your curbside bin. If the plastic is firm or hard, such as ...

Recycling symbols provide helpful information on disposal, so always pay attention to them. If in doubt, it’s better to place an item in the general waste bin rather than risk contaminating an ...