Worry over being 'disgusting' drives us to do too much laundry, study says
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
Sunscreen recalled after mold discovered during testing
The mold found in some of Suntegrity Skincare’s products can cause an allergic skin reaction.
The mold found in some of Suntegrity Skincare’s products can cause an allergic skin reaction.
These US cities now among world's most 'impossibly unaffordable,' report says
Five U.S. cities ranked among the world’s top 10 most “impossibly unaffordable" places for housing, according to a new report.
Five U.S. cities ranked among the world’s top 10 most “impossibly unaffordable" places for housing, according to a new report.
Chiquita ordered to pay families victimized in Colombia Civil War
A Florida jury has ordered Chiquita Brands International to pay $38.3 million to 16 families of people killed by Colombian paramilitaries, marking the first time the company has been held liable in U.S. courts for funding the violent group to protect its operations.
A Florida jury has ordered Chiquita Brands International to pay $38.3 million to 16 families of people killed by Colombian paramilitaries, marking the first time the company has been held liable in U.S. courts for funding the violent group to protect its operations.
Cities with the longest average commutes: How does your daily drive stack up?
People living in these cities deal with the burden of unusually long commutes daily. Here’s where your area ranks.
People living in these cities deal with the burden of unusually long commutes daily. Here’s where your area ranks.
Map: States with the best and worst tippers in 2024
Overall, tips remained generally flat compared to the same time last year. Here's why that's good news for restaurant workers.
Overall, tips remained generally flat compared to the same time last year. Here's why that's good news for restaurant workers.
Disney trips lead to debt for almost 50% of parents with young children, study finds
The trip of a lifetime to a Disney theme park has turned into a financial nightmare for many U.S. parents, especially those with young kids, according to a new study.
The trip of a lifetime to a Disney theme park has turned into a financial nightmare for many U.S. parents, especially those with young kids, according to a new study.
Chick-fil-A location's summer camp for kids draws criticism, sparks debate
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
Demand on Texas power grid expected to nearly double in 6 years
The demand for electrical power in Texas will dramatically increase in the next few years. On Wednesday, a hearing was held at the state capitol on whether efforts to redesign the power grid can meet that demand in time.
The demand for electrical power in Texas will dramatically increase in the next few years. On Wednesday, a hearing was held at the state capitol on whether efforts to redesign the power grid can meet that demand in time.
Crayola wants to reunite adults with their childhood artwork
Crayola is reuniting adults with their childhood artwork through its Campaign for Creativity, sharing images on social media to involve the public in reuniting 50 additional pieces with their original creators.
Crayola is reuniting adults with their childhood artwork through its Campaign for Creativity, sharing images on social media to involve the public in reuniting 50 additional pieces with their original creators.
Bitcoin mining, AI data centers increasing demand on Texas power grid, leaders say
ERCOT's CEO says explosive growth in the State of Texas will continue to put pressure on the power grid.
ERCOT's CEO says explosive growth in the State of Texas will continue to put pressure on the power grid.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
Chrysler recalls certain Dodge Durango, Ram vehicles: What to know
Chrysler is recalling certain Dodge Durango, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles because of a software malfunction.
Chrysler is recalling certain Dodge Durango, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles because of a software malfunction.
Cedar Park returns to Stage 2, two days of outdoor watering a week
Residents will now be able to water outdoors two days a week, thanks to recent rains boosting the combined water storage of Lake Buchanan and Lake Travis.
Residents will now be able to water outdoors two days a week, thanks to recent rains boosting the combined water storage of Lake Buchanan and Lake Travis.
How do I qualify for City of Austin's Medically Vulnerable Registry?
City of Austin utility customers with critical medical conditions may qualify for the Medically Vulnerable Registry.
City of Austin utility customers with critical medical conditions may qualify for the Medically Vulnerable Registry.
More than a quarter of Americans admit to skipping meals due to skyrocketing grocery costs: Report
26% of respondents claimed they purchased unhealthy foods for themselves or their families because of inflation.
26% of respondents claimed they purchased unhealthy foods for themselves or their families because of inflation.
US gas prices are falling — here's why, states with the cheapest gas
Gas prices are falling across the U.S, AAA says. Here’s what states have the lowest average prices per gallon, and what’s expected this summer at the pump.
Gas prices are falling across the U.S, AAA says. Here’s what states have the lowest average prices per gallon, and what’s expected this summer at the pump.
Jessica Chastain's NYC home in historic building hits market for $7.45 million
Actress Jessica Chastain has put her exquisite New York City home up for sale.
Actress Jessica Chastain has put her exquisite New York City home up for sale.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
Study: Salty diet may increase risk of dry, itchy skin
A new study from UC San Francisco, published in JAMA Dermatology, found that consuming just an extra gram of sodium daily can increase the likelihood of an eczema flare by 22%, with high sodium intake significantly impacting those prone to eczema.
A new study from UC San Francisco, published in JAMA Dermatology, found that consuming just an extra gram of sodium daily can increase the likelihood of an eczema flare by 22%, with high sodium intake significantly impacting those prone to eczema.