Water droplets can slide down or bounce off a leaf's surface because it has a waxy hydrophobic (water-repellent) coating.

I tested six dusters to see how well they fared at cleaning my apartment. After wiping more hair and fluff than I want to admit, I found two I’d recommend to anyone.

Don't dirty another pan to make a delicious grilled cheese. Instead, try this with a small appliance most likely sitting on your countertop. Pamela is a freelance food and travel writer based in ...