Discover the history of flash paper, guncotton, and nitrocellulose. Learn how Christian Schonbein's accidental discovery led ...

For years, Ms. Lampkins was a beloved personality in the neighborhood, selling scores of whimsical — and often risqué — ...

Six Centuries of Type & Printing is a handsome volume from Glenn Fleishman (previously) about the history of the technology ...

A team of scientists just discovered the longest organic molecules yet seen on Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun and and a ...

I tried dying my laundry blue with Mrs. Stewart’s Concentrated Liquid Bluing to see if the $5 solution could help make my dingy white T-shirts look bright again.

It's clear that Olaplex has quickly become the go-to brand for those looking to achieve salon-quality hair care at home. While these products can save you a trip to the hairdresser, they're not ...

After weeks of legal battles and human rights criticism, Panama has freed dozens of migrants who had been detained in a remote camp after being deported from the United States. Authorities have given ...

The Old Bushmills Distillery has broken new ground with the Co Antrim whiskey maker preparing to launch the oldest Irish single malt ever released. The 46-year-old ‘Secrets of the River Bush ...

Why use toilet paper rolls for sowing sweet peas? The long cylinder shape of the rolls provides enough space for plants like sweet peas that prefer deep and narrow roots to thrive. Start by cutting ...

In a remarkable development, researchers have successfully turned light into a supersolid for the first time, paving the way for new insights into the unusual quantum states of matter. This ...

Washing up liquid is a staple in most UK households but shoppers are being warned about the impact of buying it. The majority of dishwasher detergent is sold in plastic bottles, which is believed ...

Experts are raising the alarm for those buying washing-up liquid, urging a switch by 2025 to mitigate harm to our seas. It's not just the sheer volume of plastic bottles that UK households use ...