Modern-day dumpster diving: Want a free TV? As the DNC taught us, there’s nothing better than getting free stuff. Free bikes, free water bottles, free condoms to protect us from John McCain. Now, ...

Want to save money on furniture, a computer, maybe a musical instrument? The Freecycle Network, which helps people and organizations reduce waste by recycling unwanted items, might be the answer -- ...

Do you like free stuff? Have you noticed how it usually comes with a gimmick? Well, in this case, there’s no gimmick, just people looking to give stuff away rather than throwing it in in the trash or ...

Reduce, reuse, recycle. We’ve all heard this waste minimization mantra of the environmental movement, but most of the emphasis tends to go on recycling. Important as it is, recycling should in fact be ...

The Freecycle Network began as a pretty simple idea: Folks could post lists on the Web of things they no longer want — but don't want to merely throw away. Now the freecycle.org network has spread ...

As the world becomes even more commercialized, an increasing amount of free stuff can be had through discount offers, recycling efforts and internet loss leaders. Learning where to look for these ...

Poynter’s Al Tompkins offers this story tip. Perhaps you can find teens who’ve participated in this trend, or alert your audience to the possibilities. it for free. The idea has been around for a ...