On social media, the scene plays out again and again: people plunging into dumpsters and finding discarded treasures like luxury purses, video games and brand-new makeup kits. In recent years, the ...

TikTok has a massive dumpster diving community that share their hauls of discarded items. Creators have found everything from AirPods and LEGO sets to medical supplies and clothing. Some of the top ...

In this era of ever-rising prices and not enough disposable income to go around, finding a good deal is everything. While for many this means couponing and waiting on seasonal sales, for example, ...

Dumpster diving for groceries might sound unconventional, but as grocery prices change the way we shop, it can be a resourceful way to reduce food waste and save money. The legality of dumpster diving ...

One person’s trash is another person’s holiday treasure. A poverty-stricken mom says she’s resorted to “dumpster diving” to procure Christmas presents for her young son — and has already found $240 ...

Most states lack specific laws against dumpster diving, though trespassing laws essentially restrict that to public property.

Are you allowed to dig through your neighbor's garbage? Can you check out that Public dumpster? Here's what to know.

In recent years, dumpster diving has become a trendy activity for those looking to save money and help the environment. Posts using the #dumpsterdiving on TikTok have garnered billions of views on the ...