If you've ever been to a Catholic Church, you may have seen little reservoirs of water by each door opening. People put a finger into the water and then dab their forehead, making the sign of a cross ...

The Department of Agriculture recently approved the production of what’s known as cultivated meat, which is chicken grown in a lab. That approval clears the way for companies to begin selling poultry ...

Caffeine is generally safe to drink up to 400 milligrams a day, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). That's equivalent to about four or five cups of coffee. For the average person, ...

A few of my fellow CNET mattress experts and I got a behind-the-scenes look at a mattress factory's secret foam-pouring process, and here's what we found. Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) was a wellness ...

Biochar is a carbon-rich material that is made from biomass through a thermochemical conversion process known as pyrolysis. Don’t worry if that all sounds like a mouthful—read on for an introduction ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. Cashmere is a type of fiber made ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Paper is a ubiquitous part of everyday life, but how is it made, and where did it originate?

Modern concert rites of passage: Waiting in Ticketmaster queues, getting ready for the big night with your friends, and finally seeing an artist you love live, onstage, and in person. Another key ...

You’re lovin’ it — but is it too good to be true? A McDonald’s employee revealed how the fast food chain’s iced tea is made — and she claims it’s a lot sweeter than most customer’s might think. TikTok ...