As we work towards becoming more eco-friendly, reusable straws like metal and glass have become more commonplace. But that doesn't mean that they're without risk. One person who's acutely aware of ...

As cities across the U.S. move to ban plastic straws, companies that make environmentally friendly alternatives suddenly have a big opportunity in front of them. Starting July 1, Seattle will prevent ...

If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. These straws are functional — stick them in a cup of liquid and they’ll convey it just fine — but their ...

If, like me, you’ve been trying to be more environmentally conscious, you know that cutting back on single-use plastics (or not using them at all) is a good place to start. Maybe that means bringing ...

It’s high time we put the most enduring myths about human behavior to bed, and see the mind—and the world—as it is. Glass drinking straws have become all the rage as health-conscious consumers seek to ...

Have you ever noticed that once you see one home decor item on TikTok, you suddenly see it everywhere? That's exactly how I feel about this chic and expensive-looking set of iced coffee glasses and ...

The days where plastic straws and their wrappers litter the countertops of restaurants, coffee shops and fast food joints are nearing the end. With several governments, like Australia and the U.K., ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. After July 3, 2021, the ability to provide drinks products with ...

The war on plastic straws is growing as more companies such as McDonald's and cites such as New York are facing pressure to find sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives that won't pollute our oceans ...

Swapping plastic straws for alternatives is a sustainable change everyone can make. Insider tested five plastic straw alternatives in coffee and water to find which one worked best. This article is ...