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A brief look into the world of curb crawling and dumpster diving and a glimpse at the stereotypes behind such activity.

In Lars Eighner's essay On Dumpster Diving, the author demonstrates the connection between people and their personal belongings. As a homeless man, he relied on secondhand items in his urban community's Dumpsters for a means of survival in the real world.

Dumpster diving is an exciting way to save money for the most die-hard of frugal people. People peruse dumpsters behind stores and in apartment complexes for usable items. Getting the items out of the dumpster is often the tricky part.

Consumer tips article on dumpster diving.

The iTunes Store is a great resource if you want to buy a song (or album) and get it right away. But what if you want to play those songs on a portable player or computer not authorized by Apple? That's where DRM Dumpster comes in, but is it worth it?

May 31, 2007, S.D. Department of Corrections prisoners were in a detail hauling old office equipment from the state attorney general's office in Sioux Falls to a large dumpster.

In 2006, a dog was found in a Decatur, Alabama dumpster, buried with trash, with duct tape around his snout and a badly mangled leg. A local vet treated the dog for months following, having to amputate the injured leg.

If you thought the corporate espionage had moved past the era of Dumpster diving, think again. Sneaky corporations and other unscrupulous individuals still use Dumpster diving as an effective way to spy on their competition. Here's how to protect your business.

One of the lost arts of America is knowing how to dumpster dive. There is some good stuff hiding down in that trash that is simply going to go unused if you do not save it.

When we hear the words "dumpster diving", one might think of a dumpster as a treasure chest waiting to be opened, with new and exciting treasures to be found daily.

Many people throw things away that are still perfectly useful and in good condition. Many of these things can be and should have been recycled.

Exotic Flowers, Etiquette, Counteracting Waste, Turn Trash into Art, Diving for Profit, Local Laws and Hazards, Tips, Safety Measures and Equipment

An opinionated view of Safe Haven Laws and unwanted infants

At day's end, any unsold food has to be thrown out. Unless a non-profit has contacted a manager of the store and made arrangements to take it away for distribution to those in need.

Freegans may live in a home just like you. Some may live in a communal type setting, as many living in one home and sharing their resources is preferable in their creed.

You can make money with everything from aluminum cans to items that can be resold at garage sales.

Tired of running out of money before the month is through? Hate spending the majority of your paycheck on food? If you look out back in the big, metal to-go box you might be surprised.

Teens are trendy and it is a multi billion dollar industry. When the attire looks like it came from a dumpster maybe it is time for adults to take action.

A missing child found in an apartment dumpster needs your help to locate anyone who might know who he is or who his parents are.

Go for a hobby that will make family, friends and perfect strangers say, "You do what?"

Back in the old days, I used to send out mountains of resumes and hardly get a call. I never could figure out why. Then I started asking around and doing research. Here are the five reasons why my resume got thrown out.

Don't just throw out your computer into a dumpster when you're done with it. Find a way to put it to good use, or use a recycling service to make sure that your computer is disposed of properly.

The bag lady searches for enlightenment next to a dumpster

I danced around a dumpster with a bag lady and fell in love with her.

"You see which way she went?" "Nah, man, nah." My heart pounded as I flattened my body against the great hunter green monster marketed as a Dumpster. The rustle of gravel signaled the retreat of Twitch's two thickheaded cronies...

With spring cleaning comes great big garbage piles chock full of finds. This is the time I find every thing from toys to income potential. Three reoccurring finds are usually toys, furniture and stuff to sell.

The Texas Attorney General has taken legal action against CVS Pharmacy for throwing customer records in a dumpster

She was more cranky than usual,
As she rummaged through the dumpster.
"Damn people, don't throw out nuthin' good no more!"
But still she rummaged…

Three homeless people engage in a chase over a mattress left near an apartment complex dumpster.Narrated from the point-of-view of an unemployed technical writer who encounters the trio when he goes to take out the trash.

Vintage clothing stores in Olympia, Washington are a great source for vintage clothing and hats. Vintage clothing stores in Olympia, Washington are a great source for one of a kind vintage pieces that will completely change your existing wardrobe.

This guide gives consumers ideas on just how, when, and where to dispose of things that clutter the home. From mattresses to out-of-date perishable food, this guide offers advice on what to do with those hard to get rid of items!

We're told that the ever-popular milk crate is fun, cool, and useful., but what on earth do people actually do with their milk crates? Here are ten ideas, ranging from standard to unique.

For anyone who's ever seen a stray cat lurking around and wondered how to help, here's a step-by-step guide to performing a rescue operation. Although often sickly and wild, they can sometimes be rehabilitated to a higher quality of life with humans.

When it comes to a house, one of the most important parts is the roof. Eventually, your home is going to need a new roof, and the cheapest and most effective way to do it is yourself.

PCs present a special challenge because their hardware is, by design, quite toxic. A standard monitor along with standard televisions can come packed with up to 10 pounds of lead and other heavy metals.

Whether you're living in a studio apartment by necessity or by choice, there are many steps you can take to spruce up the space with cheap decorations. These twelve ideas will help transform your studio apartment into someplace spacious yet cozy.

Recycling is something I learned to do at a young age, but it wasn't until I was older that I fully realized the true impact that I can have by recycling - and the bigger impact of more widespread recycling.

There are many, many great anime films and series out there floating in the ether that often slide under the radar of American audiences. Here are a few.

Trojans, viruses, and late night hacking sessions are not the only things a business needs to be on the look out for. Often times, more information is given out over the phone than any other method.

Instead of using technology which produces pollution itself, use natural plants indoors to keep the air clean and the humidity balanced.

So, you've bought your first house! You are now and property owner, congratulations. Now that the dust has settled you look around and realize that the walls are empty, the rooms are sparse, and well, there is a general lack of stuff.

Santa Monica is a progressive beach town that has a casual attitude toward its history. With a bit of effort, vintage architectural treasures can be discovered. Anyone living in Santa Monica or visiting the city will want to know these historical tips.

Many of the items that are commonly thrown away into the trash can and should be recycled. Here is a guide to what consumers should treat as recycling, rather than trash.

What happens when a bodyguard overlooks his client's biggest threat?

Your apartment, no matter how small or temporary, can still be a home. Use the resources you have to decorate and make your apartment into the cozy castle you deserve!

According to the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) in September 2003, identity theft is the #1 growing crime in North America.

Advertisements for so-called "Safe Haven" Laws are popping up all over. Does anyone really believe that so-called "Safe Havens" are beneficial to scared young mothers and their infants?

Historically, the 9th and 10th amendments to the Constitution have been referenced in the U.S. Supreme court when discussing this sticky issue.