Researchers ‘astonished’ to find potentially deadly bacteria, including E.coli and Staphylococci, in 9 out of 10 products they tested.

Source: TreeHugger – Most in-use makeup products contaminated with awful bacteria

In other words, always wash your hands when you’re done in the bathroom.

Source: TreeHugger – Poor toilet hygiene spreads more E.coli than raw meat

It harms retailers, drives overconsumption, and contributes to traffic jams and pollution. What’s the point?

Source: TreeHugger – French MPs want to ban Black Friday

Our photo of the day comes from Cannon Beach, Oregon.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: The Needles at sunset

Ampere Energy has developed a battery that fits in your minimalist apartment.

Source: TreeHugger – Put a power plant in your living room

Dictionary.com picks the perfect word for our dystopian future!

Source: TreeHugger – ‘Existential’ is the Word of the Year for 2019

His analysis is both informative and humorous – a perfect way to spur people to action.

Source: TreeHugger – Comedian Hasan Minhaj tackles the fast fashion industry on Netflix

A minimalist and discreet addition to some exuberant older houses.

Source: TreeHugger – Offices for the Architects Association for Northern Portugal are a wonderful mix of old and new

Unless you want a dash of melamine or formaldehyde in your coffee, skip the bamboo cups.

Source: TreeHugger – Reusable bamboo cups can leach chemicals into your hot drink

From preserved lemons and scrap scarves to flavored salts and bath melts, these handmade gifts can be made en masse for everyone on your list.

Source: TreeHugger – 17 great green gifts you can make in batches

If you must shop, do it from a company that’s spreading the wealth.

Source: TreeHugger – 6 companies that are showing generosity on Black Friday

Our majestic photo of the day comes from Kelly, Wyoming.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Magnificent moose in the snow

It’s much easier to keep clean.

Source: TreeHugger – Geberit introduces a rim-free toilet

The world is getting hotter. But if we need AC, we have to use it sparingly.

Source: TreeHugger – Having air conditioning is not a climate sin

By all means, shop when you visit foreign countries, but do it thoughtfully.

Source: TreeHugger – How to shop ethically for souvenirs

The components can be recycled, upcycled, or composted – but never landfilled.

Source: TreeHugger – Thousand Fell sneakers can be disassembled at end of life

Our photo of the day comes from Atascadero Lake, California.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: The subtle flamboyance of a wood duck

Need some last-minute inspiration? We’ve gather together our favorite vegetarian and vegan recipes from which to choose.

Source: TreeHugger – 35 favorite vegan and vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes

The CDC’s latest recall is yet another reminder of how broken the food production system is.

Source: TreeHugger – Once again we’re told to avoid romaine lettuce, due to E.coli

It sends the wrong message to brands and retailers.

Source: TreeHugger – Why you should boycott Black Friday