It’s the time of year when plastic Mardi Gras beads are in plentiful supply – at parties, parades, fundraising events and ...

Throwing and catching gold, green, and purple beads is a cherished Mardi Gras tradition, but as it turns out, these petroleum ...

If you've ever been to a Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, then you're probably familiar with the sea of unwanted beads, flashing toys and plastic packaging left in the wake of the last float to pass ...