If you’re treating yourself to new appliances this holiday season, the city has an easy way to get rid of old ones.

Mattress abandonment is a serious problem for local governments and their landfill operations. The numbers are staggering. In the United States alone, more than 50,000 mattresses are dumped illegally ...

Is there a state law in Iowa that allows individuals or businesses to sell used mattresses? Here's what we know.

If you're regularly deep-frying french fries, you can definitely help prevent food waste (and save money) by reusing your cooking oil. As long as the oil is clean and not full of food debris, you ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The use of plastic wrap –- found in kitchens everywhere -- is being reexamined in light of new research and the increasing health concerns ...

The Supreme Court has urged the Centre and judiciary to expedite NIA case trials, aiming for completion within six months to address prolonged bail denials. Justices emphasized establishing dedicated ...

Can wrapping paper be recycled? As you may have guessed, correctly disposing of wrapping paper can be a bit complicated.

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Chinese scientists have developed a catalyst that can turn biomass and coal-derived syngas directly into building blocks for plastic and synthetic rubber with higher efficiency and sustainability than ...

Our basement bedroom has a huge desktop computer that we never, ever touch -- except to dust. Why are we keeping it? A recent CNET survey found that nearly a third of us are hoarding old electronics, ...

Some of your favorite Thanksgiving foods could clog your pipes if they go down the garbage disposal. It's best to dispose of small amounts of food at a time while running cold water. Before you call ...

As you plan your holiday giving this year, PennLive encourages you to take a look at its annual “Wish List” of goods and services needed by nonprofit organizations and charities throughout central Pa.