Officials push for sweeping new ban in wake of concerning viral video: ‘Toxic’
Anápolis city council in Brazil is cracking down on e-cigarettes to improve the health of its residents. According…
Concerning study reveals overlooked threat that could cause blood clots: ‘Previously unrecognized’
A new study on weathered microplastics in human blood suggested a concerning side effect: an increased risk of…
‘Would have been nearly impossible with conventional methods’
Photo Credit: University of Galway A University of Galway research team studied a rare ocean phenomenon, shedding new…
Tenant stunned after landlord suddenly makes drastic changes to yard: ‘That is so sad’
A Canadian gardener was surprised to see their landlord had made some landscaping decisions about the front yard…
What is the main use of plastics in Europe amid Global Plastics Treaty negotiations?
ADVERTISEMENT In Europe, around three-quarters of plastic is used mainly for non-packaging purposes, including construction, furniture, textiles and…
‘It was my first time to see’
Residents in the northernmost tundra of Canada are sharing images of surprising critters that have made their way…
Global plastics treaty talks resume in Geneva: Is this the ‘world’s last chance’ to act?
ADVERTISEMENT Talks to secure a Global Plastics Treaty are restarting in Geneva on Tuesday (5 August), with negotiators…
Recycling is cool, reducing is better: fighting plastic pollution at source
Every year, the world produces record quantities of plastic. In 2021, according to the OECD, more than 400…
Dumpster diver stunned after finding ‘high quality’ items in recycling bin: ‘Look what I found’
Sometimes, you’ll find quite a treasure in your local recycling bin. One Reddit user discovered classic Tesla speakers…
‘This is a turning point’
Prism Worldwide CEO Bob Abramowitz said the three biggest challenges of tire recycling are smell, cost, and performance.…
Japan’s beam tech transforms forever plastics into reusable feedstock
Researchers in Japan have developed a method that reduces the energy needed to recycle Teflon by 50%, using…
‘This makes me so sad’
A shopper discovered a shocking secret in the dumpster of a popular secondhand retailer, sparking a discussion about…