Female golfers appeared to be headed to an early October funeral, but it was not a person as much as a place they were mourning. ...more

October 28, 2009

When you stop and think about all the food stored in your kitchen, it's hard not to get a little panicky. ...more

March 28, 2009

As the peanut-related product recall list grows longer, consumers are checking their cupboards for any items linked to a Peanut Corporation of America processing plant that has been implicated in an outbreak of salmonella illnesses. ...more

February 16, 2009

I own an antique desk that was made in 1760. It has bracket feet and dovetailed construction and is in good condition. An old label reads "New York, N.Y." and "10 miles, 6-pence." What is it worth? ...more

August 28, 2008

DETROIT Paper or plastic? If that's the only issue that crosses your mind at the grocery store, you have some catching up to do. As concerns about the environment have gone mainstream, consumers are finding more ways to turn a grocery trip into an eco-friendly experience. It doesn't have to be overwhelming. Experts in green living say taking small steps is a great beginning. "It's not about going home today and trying to change everything or opening your cupboards and saying, 'I've done it all wrong,'" says Sara Snow, host of "Get Fresh with Sara Snow" on the Discovery Home channel, which is relaunching as Planet Green early next year. "It's all about trying one thing. Just try one thing this week, try another thing next week and baby-step your way to a more natural way of living." Here are eight ideas on how to make your weekend grocery run a little friendlier to the Earth. Try a reusable bag. Reusablebags.com estimates the average family gathers 60 bags in four trips for groceries. ...more

October 18, 2007