28Apr/130
Revive Old, Smelly Wooden Spoons with a Few Simple Tricks

Over time, wooden spoons absorb the various foods they come in contact with and start smelling funky. Luckily, it is possible to de-stink them and extend their lifespan.
30Jan/130
Surprised Scientists Find Lifeforms Six Miles Above Earth’s Surface
For the first time, scientists have found lifeforms where nobody thought it was possible: floating in the troposphere, the slice of the atmosphere approximately four to six miles (eight to 15 kilometers) above Earth's surface. And not just a tiny few, but lot: 20% of every particle in that atmospheric layer are living organisms. More »17Dec/120
Use Paper Towels Instead of Hand Dryers To Better Fight Bacteria
A lot of dryers sell you on how hygienic they are since you never have to touch them. However, a recent study suggests that paper towels are in fact the more hygienic choice. More »19Nov/120
Keep Your Kitchen Free of Cross-Contamination and Keep Your Dinner Guests Healthy and Happy
With the holiday season in full swing, many of us will be faced with the task of preparing meals for friends and family in small kitchens. The folks at America's Test Kitchen have some tips to help keep that food safe and your kitchen clean in the process. More »3Oct/120
Researchers Discover Bacteria That Produces Pure Gold
The gold you see in the photo above was not found in a river or a mine. It was produced by a bacteria that, according to researchers at Michigan State University, can survive in extreme toxic environments and create 24-karat gold nuggets. Pure gold. More »25Sep/120
All That Gross Bacteria on Your Toothbrush and Pillowcase Isn’t a Big Deal [Health]
You know how everything is killing you? It's not. You've likely heard claims about gross (and possibly dangerous) bacteria invading your body when you flush the toilet, wash your pillowcase irregularly, or just go near a kitchen sink. Even if they're true, they're nothing to worry about. More »19Apr/120




