What Do We Gain by Eating With Our Hands? The sense of touch can be a crucial part of dining, one thing that some cultures have understood better than others.
Can Plastic Recycling Ever Really Work? Many plastics that carry the “chasing arrows” symbol, like soda cups and yogurt tubs, are rarely recycled. A new California law is raising the bar.
The End of the Magic World’s 50-Year Grudge In 1973, Uri Geller claimed to bend metal with his mind on live television. Skeptics couldn’t beat him. Now they’ve joined him.
What You Should Know Before Choosing Kitchen Cabinets It’s more complicated than you might think. Here’s what to consider before you spend a lot on the wrong ones.
A Wooden Knife Sharper Than Steel? Scientists Say So. Knives are humanity’s oldest tool, dating back millions of years. A group of scientists in Maryland have produced a version made of hardened wood, which they say is sharper than steel.