Shirley Ann Flitz of Mequon and Bayfield, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 4, 2025, at the age of 87. Shirley was born on March 13, 1938 in Milwaukee, to her parents Amanda Rose Huber ...

Plastic containers can create the perfect environment for bacteria by trapping heat and moisture. Certain foods react with plastic in ways that can speed up spoilage or even release harmful chemicals.

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. The public isn’t too thrilled about that. About a third of Americans polled by PBS, ...

According to the report, there is a need for localised policies to tackle plastic waste in various cities across India As per a report titled, Assessment and Characterisation of Plastic Waste ...

Plastic pellets, bio-beads and other microplastics are polluting coastlines around the world, with new research showing sharp regional differences in the types and concentrations of plastic found. The ...

Plastic is everywhere in most kitchens: cling wrap seals food instantly; disposable utensils require no washing; and dishwasher pods skip the hassle of measuring powders or liquids. All of that ...

There are so many choices to make when it comes to the kitchen, whether you're choosing a potato peeler or a set of measuring cups. Containers are a staple in many households, and while plastic may ...

The science is unsettled, but researchers say there is cause for concern. Tiny plastic particles like these—called microplastics—are added to some exfoliating skincare gels and can get into the ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department announced Friday afternoon that Cold Case detectives are investigating after skeletal remains were discovered behind a strip mall. MNPD ...

This article is part of the Back to school special. GENEVA — When yet another round of global plastic treaty talks fell apart in Switzerland last month, many negotiators and civil society groups were ...

When you're preparing your meals in the kitchen, you are probably focused on using the right spices and seasonings. But did you know microplastics are also leaking into your food? microplastics are ...

While her husband, Patrick Mahomes, may be a three-time Super Bowl champion, his wife, Brittany, has become just as famous since they were both thrust into the Kansas City spotlight all the way back ...