Media Falls for Prank That Barbie Is Going Plastic-Free — Mattel Calls "Hoax"
Thanks to a video starring actress Daryl Hannah, false reports circulated that Mattel and Barbie were ditching plastic.
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Purple Mattress Came Out on Top in False Reviews Lawsuit
Purple, a mattress company, sued Ryan Monahan for posting false reviews about mattress safety. Here's how the lawsuit played out.
After NYC Dumpster Diver Exposes Shuttered Starbucks Trash, Starbucks Responds (Exclusive)
We spoke with a Starbucks spokesperson and dumpster diver Anna Sacks, after she discovered endless waste outside a shuttered Starbucks store.
CEO Built a Toxic Workplace Culture At Aritzia, Former Employees Claim
Aritzia, a Canadian fashion brand, is in the news due to multiple employees' claims that Brian Hill used fear, intimidation, and psychological abuse.
The Egg Shortage, Explained — Plus, Plant-Based Alternatives
The egg supply in the U.S. and other countries isn't as strong as it used to be, thanks to the avian flu outbreak.
Dumpster Diver "Heartbroken" After Dick's Sporting Goods Destroyed Golf Clubs
A Reddit user was disgusted to find destroyed golf clubs when they were dumpster diving at Dick's Sporting Goods. Unfortunately, destroying merchandise is not uncommon in the retail world.
Why Anti-Fast Fashion Activists Protested the PrettyLittleThing Fashion Show
Pretty Little Thing has been put on blast for greenwashing and its lack of transparency surrounding factory labor.
Could Alef's Flying Cars Help Fight Climate Change?
A startup got the green light to test its flying car prototype — is Alef the future?
How Climate Change Led to the Sriracha Hot Sauce Shortage
There is a serious sriracha sauce shortage — here's what you need to know.
Chuck Schumer Asks FDA to Investigate Logan Paul and KSI's PRIME Energy Drinks
Logan Paul and KSI's PRIME energy drinks are under fire, and could face an FDA investigation.
BelVita Recall: Two Breakfast Products May Contain Peanut Allergens
Mondelēz Global announced a voluntary recall of two varieties of its belVita Breakfast Sandwich products. The products are suspected of possible peanut contamination.
Royal Caribbean Is Making the World's Biggest Cruise Ship... With the World's Biggest Emissions
Icon of the Seas will be the largest cruise ship in the world, according to Royal Caribbean — a company that once paid $18 million in fines for illegal dumping in coastal waters.
California Man Sentenced to Six Years In Cow Manure Ponzi Scheme
A California man was sentenced to prison for a cow manure Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of almost $9 million.
The Compostable Underwear Brand KENT Got Four Offers on 'Shark Tank'
The compostable underwear brand KENT landed a $200,000 Shark Tank deal. Keep reading to learn more about this cool compostable underwear brand.
Here's What Happened to the Solar-Powered Grill From 'Shark Tank' That Was Going to Rival Elon Musk
This solar-powered grill from 'Shark Tank' got an investment from a very hopeful Shark. But what happened to the business?
Impossible Foods' "Lean" Ground Beef Has More Protein and Less Fat
Impossible Foods' Impossible Beef Lite is a healthier alternative — and its Indulgent Burgers are a juicier one.
Lab-Grown Meat Can Officially Be Sold in U.S., Thanks to USDA Approval
Lab-grown meat is one step closer to your dinner table, since the USDA has approved cultivated meat from two brands.
The Shortage of Adderall Continues — Why and How Long It Could Last
The Adderall shortage of 2023 meant many people diagnosed with ADHD have had to go without since 2022. Here's why and how long the shortage may last.
Can ZYN Help Smokers Quit? Risks May Outweigh Benefits
Is ZYN bad for your heart? These nicotine pouches are often considered as helpful in quitting smoking, but they come with risks.
Retold Recycling Is Making Fabric Recycling Convenient — and Spreading the Word on 'Shark Tank' (Exclusive)
Retold Recycling appeared on 'Shark Tank' to seek an investment in the convenient textile recycling company.
How Miyoko Schinner Is Moving on From Miyoko's Creamery (Exclusive)
We caught up with Miyoko Schinner at the Vegan Women Summit to chat about Rancho Compasión, LEAP, and the legacy she wants to leave behind.
Starbucks Barista Shows Shocking Amount of Food Wasted After Each Shift
How much waste does Starbucks produce? Baristas are taking to social media to show the embarrassing amount of food thrown away.
Formula One's Environmental Impact: Will F1's Net-Zero Goals Make a Difference?
Is F1 bad for the environment? The car racing industry has obvious climate impacts, but will F1's net-zero goals make a difference?
Does Olaplex Really Cause Hair Loss? The Truth Behind the Lawsuit
Olaplex was once the buzziest haircare product, but now the company faces intense backlash following a lawsuit that claims it causes hair loss.
Are Morphe Products Dangerous for Eyes? Update on Morphe Lawsuit
A Morphe lawsuit alleged that color additives in products were unsafe for eye usage. What's happened with the Morphe class-action lawsuit?
A Lawsuit Against RAW Papers Called Out Deceptive Business Practices
Here's a look into the lawsuit against RAW rolling papers.
3M's Legal Battle Over Faulty Earplugs: Are They Close To A Settlement?
Over 200,000 U.S. soldiers and veterans have filed lawsuits against 3M for defective earplugs. Here's what you need to know about the 3M earplug lawsuit.
Old Spice Lawsuits Allege Undisclosed Cancer Risk and More
Old Spice lawsuits include class-action lawsuits about carcinogens in products and others claiming defects in Old Spice products.
False Advertising or Frivolous Lawsuit? Velveeta Mac and Cheese Cups Under Fire
A woman sued Kraft Heinz Foods Company over claims about how long it takes to prepare Velveeta microwaveable mac and cheese.
Target Recalls 5 Million Candles for Breakage and Injury Risk
Customers who purchased various Threshold Glass Jar candles from Target might be eligible for a refund.
A Lawsuit Alleges That DoorDash Charges iPhone Users More — What to Know
If you use food delivery apps, you may want to know about the DoorDash class action lawsuit which alleges the company charges iPhone users more.
False Alarm: The KitchenAid Mixer Recall Rumors Have Been Debunked
A popular Facebook post sparked concern after it claimed KitchenAid attachments contained harmful levels of lead. Was the KitchenAid mixer recalled?
Drivers In Phoenix Pay More To Fill Up The Tank — Here's Why
Why is gas so expensive in Phoenix? Prices of gasoline in Phoenix are more than a dollar per gallon higher than the nationwide average.
Companies Like Cotopaxi Sometimes Get B Corp Recertified — Here’s Why (Exclusive)
Why does a company decide to get B Corp recertified? We spoke to the folks at Cotopaxi, who just went through the lengthy process.
Working on Earth Day? Here Are 5 Easy Ways to Celebrate in the Office
Earth Day 2023 is coming up, and if you’re going to be working, we have 5 easy ways for you to celebrate the holiday.
Earth Day Poster Ideas for Any Upcoming Celebrations
Celebrating Earth Day isn't exclusive to April 22, so here are a few poster ideas for your next classroom lesson or environmental protest.
OPEC+ Cuts Daily Oil Production, Causing Oil Prices to Rise Sharply
Oil prices were dropping for a while — but suddenly, they have sharply risen, in response to OPEC+ cutting its daily oil production by 1.66 million barrels.
The Nutr Machine's Founder, Alicia Long, Wants to "Revolutionize the Milk Industry" (Exclusive)
The Nutr Machine, which was on 'Shark Tank' in early 2023, is all about reducing waste and providing customers with healthy non-dairy milk.
After Producing Gas Cars for Over 100 Years, Dodge Is Going Fully Electric
After being in business for more than 100 years, making traditional gas vehicles, Dodge is going fully electric after 2023.
Pinky Cole Celebrates the Opening of Slutty Vegan Harlem: "I'm Thinking World Domination" (Exclusive)
Slutty Vegan has sprung in Harlem. Pinky Cole dished to Green Matters about the popular vegan burger joint’s second location in New York City.
Want to Start an Animal Sanctuary? Here's Advice from Two Founders (Exclusive)
We spoke to two the founders of The Gentle Barn and Catskill Animal Sanctuary for advice on how to start an animal sanctuary.
Daiya Is Reformulating Its Vegan Cheese Again — This Time, With New Fermentation Technology
Daiya just announced a multi-million-dollar investment in natural fermentation technology, which will make its plant-based cheese even better.
Blakk Smoke Is Taking Down Big Tobacco With Its Unique, All-Natural Hookah Pens (Exclusive)
Blakk Tatted's clean smoking company, Blakk Smoke, makes hookah and vape pens that are completely free of nicotine and tobacco.
Starbucks Recalls Over 300,000 Bottled Vanilla Frappuccinos Due to Glass Contamination
If you tend to start your day with a Starbucks vanilla Frappuccino, you may need to temporarily rethink your morning brew, as the drink is being recalled.
Climate Denier David Malpass Resigns From World Bank: Everything You Need to Know
David Malpass has stepped down as President of the World Bank.
Cabinet Health Founder on Making Medicine Sustainable, 'Shark Tank' Deal, and More (Exclusive)
Cabinet Health is a sustainable medicine brand that sells medication refills in compostable pouches, along with sleek reusable glass jars to store the pills in.
Chinese Scientists Create Three "Super Cows" Via Cloning, to Produce Excessive Amounts of Milk
Chinese scientists just created three "super cows" via cloning. They were designed to produce much more milk than the average cow in the dairy industry.
Banana Boat Recalls Another Batch of Sunscreen Spray, Due to Cancer-Causing Chemical (Updates)
A Banana Boat sunscreen recall was just issued, as benzene was found in a few batches of one spray product.
Zoos Are Doing More Harm to Animals Than You May Realize
People all over the world go to zoos every year, but there are plenty who believe they should be banned. They may be doing more harm than good for animals.
Xbox Consoles Will Now Automatically Power Down When Inactive, to Save Power
Xbox is rolling out an automatic power down, which will save electricity and ultimately contribute to Microsoft's climate change goals.