Bioplastics are plastic made from plant molecules rather than petroleum. They biodegrade quickly compared to petroleum-based plastics.

Jul 17, 2010 - Darin Harris

Plastic debris pollutes our marine environment and harms wildlife that depend on clean surroundings to prosper. Boaters can do something about it.

Aug 29, 2006 - Alan Sorum

Plastics disposed of by humans are ending up in waterways, rivers, and oceans, and are having devastating effects on sea animals.

Jul 16, 2010 - Kaliah Amira

New discoveries about the brain's ability to reshape itself offer hope to persons who have suffered a stroke or traumatic brain injury as well as their caregivers.

Dec 21, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Tips for reducing your "plastic footprint" on Earth.

Feb 7, 2008 - Shirley Siluk Gregory

How the world's biggest Christmas tree maker became one of the world's biggest animation studios.

May 19, 2006 - Dominic von Riedemann

Huge quantities of plastic are accumulating in the middle of the world's oceans, like they have in the North Pacific Central Gyre, creating toxic plastic soups of trash.

Jul 29, 2008 - David Boston

Those little plastic bags add up to big problems. Reusable cloth bags are the solution.

Aug 13, 2007 - April Michelle Garza

The plastic debate has begun. When walking into a store, plastic is king of carrier mechanisms. However, reusable cotton or other fiber tote is creeping into the space.

Mar 17, 2010 - Bethany Fehlinger

Americans are seeking cosmetic surgery in record numbers. Statistics reveal its popularity among all races and between genders. But such procedures are still elective...

Jun 29, 2008 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Crime and criminality have undergone far-reaching revisions over the years which opens the door to a plethora of possibilities for new high-stake crimes.

Nov 20, 2011 - Dolores Bundy

Scientists at Edinburgh University find new ways of weaving atoms to produce lighter stronger plastic materials.

Mar 8, 2012 - Martin Cross

Statewide lawmakers in Oregon met formally on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2011, to discuss a bill proposing a statewide ban on plastic bags.

Feb 10, 2011 - Christine Antles

Australian researchers are a step closer to turning plants into 'biofactories' producing oils to replace petrochemicals used in manufacturing plastics and other products.

May 16, 2008 - Sue Cartledge

From the new Vampire Lift to the future of cryogenically freezing your fat, Dr. Gryskiewicz, plastic surgeon extraordinaire, dishes. And the dish is FLAMBE!

Mar 24, 2011 - Christy McKinney

Biosak compostable bags are a Canadian alternative to plastic bags and will reduce greenhouse gases and compost right along side your organic waste.

Oct 19, 2010 - Caroline Steman

Cosmetic surgery is a big step and can cost thousands of dollars. If surgery is necessary but finances are thin, there are other financial funding options.

May 10, 2010 - Elizabeth Batt

In a magazine interview, Heidi Montag, 23, admits she is "beyond obsessed" and "addicted" to getting plastic surgery.

Jan 17, 2010 - Evangeline Deaton

New research has discovered that exposure to phthalates in the prenatal period can increase the risk of mental, psychomotor and behavioral problems.

Sep 7, 2011 - Brenda Lane

It will take 25 years and $17,054 to pay off $11,000 credit card debt if only paying minimum balance. And this is with a low 6.99% interest rate...

Jul 10, 2011 - Dianne Wing