Before you toss that food take-out container into the recycling bin with good intentions, you should know a surprising amount of plastics aren't recyclable.

A team of students from Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy investigated whether recycling facilities could effectively sort plastics by the sounds they ...

The Miami City Commission on Mar. 12 unanimously approved a resolution sponsored by Mayor Eileen Higgins and co-sponsored by District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo, that will create and implement a new ...

Researchers in China have developed a method to convert polystyrene plastic waste into valuable chemicals using solar energy ...

What is a wolf cut? A modern mash-up of the ’70s shag and ’80s mullet, the wolf cut features “plenty of choppy, textural layers that add movement, volume, and that lived-in cool that celebs adore,” ...

If you're an avid DIYer, you know the right tools can make a major impact on the efficiency and final outcome of a project. While you probably have a slew of saws, drills, and maybe even a favorite ...

This tutorial is perfect for you! Learn how to transform ordinary Styrofoam into stunning, realistic brick wall decor that will amaze your guests. Forget expensive renovations – with this creative ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As of Jan. 1, 2026, New York State has banned foam containers used for cold storage. The law prohibits food services, manufacturers, and distributors from using polystyrene foam ...

New York is set to ban disposable coolers made of polystyrene foam starting next month. The ban goes into effect Jan. 1. Beginning then, no food service provider, manufacturer or store covered by the ...

Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Long ago, humans chopped and ground meats ...

Cutting polystyrene, whether it is for insulation, crafts or packaging, requires gentle handling and the right tools to achieve clean edges without crumbling. Polystyrene is light and delicate, so it ...