While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Forecasters say expected 'worst Christmas storm' is elevating flood risk for a large swath of southwest California.

Severe winter weather has been forecast for the next several days, Tuesday night, December 23, through Friday, December 26.

Guessing the direction of Congress is akin to long-range weather prediction, with so many variables in play, and the industry's fate depends on a break in the storm.

The VW Golf GTI Mk1’s fusebox is under the dashboard on the left-hand side; check for damp ingress and that all electricals ...

While there aren't a lot of moving parts on a stovetop, it is possible for connections to come loose, particularly during cleaning or installation. If the wires which connect the igniter to the ...

New Horizons guide will help you acclimate to your new deserted island, and walk you through the ins and outs of how to best ...

This emergency radio is the ultimate tool to have in your toolbox when you’re faced with questionable weather, or you’re out ...

Thousands of traditional red post boxes are being replaced, with over 3,000 new-style pillar boxes being rolled-out across the country. The move by Royal Mail is an attempt to keep up with the times, ...

Joseph E. Stiglitz is chair of the G20 Extraordinary Committee of Independent Experts on Global Inequality. Imraan Valodia does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company ...