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Many plastic cling wraps will attach to a glass dish pretty easily, but getting it to stick to plastic can pose more of a challenge. There’s a simple solution: water. Wipe a damp towel around the rim ...

Always pack your shoes in a separate bag to keep clothes clean. Use a shoe bag or even a plastic grocery bag—just don’t skip ...

Many of us have accepted that microplastics are everywhere now, but they don't cover your whole house. Here are an immunologist's small tips to make a big difference.

The Texas economy has thrived under the proliferation of free trade agreements in recent decades, but it has made the state ...