Welcome to Counterpoint, a series in which we challenge commonly held ideas about well-known products. This time: cloth bathmats. Bath mats are a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses, according to ...

The answer to a question we're all avoiding. At their best, they're warm, soft, inviting, plush, cozy, and practical. At their worst, they're rancid, damp, moldy, sodden, and simply gross. What could ...