New York Post

Your washing machine releases hundreds of grams of microplastics a year — a new filter removes 99% of them

Your laundry is shedding more than just lint. Washing machine wastewater is one of the top sources of microplastics, with a single unit in a four-person household producing up to 500 grams a year as ...
Popular Science

Sardine-inspired washing machine filter removes 99% of microplastics

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Fish gills may inspire an unexpected solution to one of our ...
PC World

Japan invents ‘human washing machine’ that cleans and calms in 15 minutes

An unusual household appliance has been launched on the market in Japan: a washing machine for people. The 7.5-feet-long capsule (that’s 2.30 meters) was unveiled at the World Expo [PDF], which took ...
KOAT Albuquerque

Valencia County finds voting machine error with nonexistent ballots

AND OUR WEBSITE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE NOW, AND I DON’T WANT TO CHEW ANYBODY OUT, BUT THIS IS RIDICULOUS THAT WE’RE DOING THIS AGAIN. OVER 200 NONEXISTENT BALLOTS WERE ADDED AND SENT TO THE ...
UPI

Lottery vending machine error leads Ohio woman to more than $50,000

Nov. 10 (UPI) --An Ohio woman pushed the wrong button on an Ohio Lottery vending machine and set off a series of events that ended with her winning over $50,000. The Minister resident, named Nancy, ...
The Escapist

Battlefield 6 Error Code 1:8600 – Meaningless numbers causing players problems – here’s how to fix it

We love a good error code here at the Escapist. That’s the most dev of dev things of all, a code appearing on the screen to tell you something has gone wrong, but ...
nerdist

Japan’s Futuristic ‘Human Washing Machine’ Is Absurd and We Must Try It

What if I told you it’s now possible to completely wash AND dry yourself in just 15 minutes? ….Oh, yeah, that’s right. We’ve been able to do that for a very, very long time. It’s called “taking a ...
housedigest

5 Washing Machine Brands Experts Say To Skip (And The Best Alternatives To Consider)

Generally, a washing machine that's cared for should last about seven to 13 years in a household. However, falling for marketing gimmicks and sinking your money in unreliable appliance brands will ...
Boston Herald

Boston installs new bike washing machine

The City of Boston is offering a free bike-washing service in the Seaport, by way of an automated machine that retails for more than $57,000 and has sparked some internet backlash. “The cycleWash is ...
The New York Times

10 Ways to Make Your Washing Machine Work Better

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe If you’re not adjusting the settings on your washing machine’s ...
People

Dog Reunited with Family After Miraculously Surviving Texas Floods by Hiding in a Washing Machine

Hunt resident Cody Vlasek said his family's home was flooded with waist-high water in a matter of just 20 minutes KENS 5/Youtube A family's dog survived last week's devastating Texas floods against ...