Melamine sponges, also known as "magic" sponges, are made of a network of hard plastic strands assembled into a lightweight foam. The foam is surprisingly abrasive, which makes it a perfect ...

Officials say 42,062 pounds of "Beddar with Cheddar" pork sausage links are affected by the recall, which was announced after one consumer complained about the product containing "very thin ...

Fiber blends, which interweave natural fiber strands with bio- or oil-based plastic strands, are often promoted as a more sustainable alternative to textiles made entirely from synthetic plastics.

A new study conducted in roundworms finds that a common plastic ingredient causes breaks in DNA strands, resulting in egg cells with the wrong number of chromosomes.

A new study conducted in roundworms finds that a common plastic ingredient causes breaks in DNA strands, resulting in egg cells with the wrong number of chromosomes. Monica Colaiácovo of Harvard ...

To simulate landfilling or litter with the plastic, the researchers placed them in compost. Even without any bacteria, there were organisms present that could degrade it; by five months in the ...