In late December, the 21st to be exact, my friends Amos and Clara called me 17 times. On December 22 it was eight times. The calls were short—sometimes only 30 to 45 seconds, and they usually arrived ...

Empty metal cans are more than just recyclables. With a large and small can, you can create a wind chime, adding sweet sounds ...

Eight years after switching to plastic containers, Old Bay is returning to its original tins to “bring back the classic feeling.” The iconic Old Bay seasoning is keeping its logo and design with the ...

From being used as a solution for storing food during wars to first being patented in the UK in 1810, tin cans have a rich history. During the war-hit times in the Napolean era, the French Directory ...

If you're noticing your counters becoming too cluttered, a thrift store cookie tin may be all you need to set it right. Follow our tips for this easy DIY.

The Tin Can phone is designed to be a simple and screen-free way for children to connect with friends and family. But since Christmas morning, when many families unwrapped and installed the retro, ...

GeekWire chronicles the Pacific Northwest startup scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter, and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and VC directory. by Kurt Schlosser on Dec 18, 2025 at ...

Tin wouldn't come anywhere near the top of most people's list of the most important elements, yet the history of our species is very closely entwined with this dull grey metal. Tin was the basis of ...