Generally, you don't need to remove paper labels from metal or aluminum cans before you chuck them in the recycling bin. When the cans are recycled, the heat applied to the metal burns away the paper ...

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Glass bottles are frequently used to package liquids like soda, juice, beer, and wine, and are accepted in most curbside recycling programs. So why is the glass recycling rate (34 percent) half that ...

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Performing an oil change can be extremely enjoyable — watching that used sludge drain out and replacing it with clean amber liquid can even help you feel more connected to the engine. However, many ...