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Plastic Pollution Threatens Human Health: Study
Ahead of the UN treaty on plastics, a new report in The Lancet journal on Monday has warned that plastic pollution is an underrecognized threat to the health of both humans and the planet, which must be addressed immediately.
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We Inhale Thousands Of Plastic Fragments Every Single Day, Study Warns
Sources of microplastics include synthetic textiles and carpets made of polyester, nylon and acrylic fibres.
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World Environment Day 2025: 20 Inspiring Messages To Tackle Pollution And Go Green
World Environment Day 2025 urges global action against air, plastic, and river pollution with powerful messages promoting a greener, cleaner future.
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94% Plastic Recycled In 4 Hours: Scientists Unveil Breakthrough Method Powered By Air Moisture
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking method to break down plastic waste using moisture from the air.
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How 2,500 Artistes Are Keeping Traditional Toymaking Alive In This Village
The whirr of machines and smell of carved wood hangs in the air of the Indian toy workshop, a centuries-old art form still in the game despite cheaper plastic alternatives.
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Microplastics In The Air May Be Leading To Lung And Colon Cancer: Study
The study reviewed approximately 3,000 research papers and identified potential links between airborne microplastics and various health conditions.
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Crystal-Based Cooling Technology Could Offer Sustainable Solution for Fridges and Air Conditioners
A new crystal-based cooling technology could significantly reduce the environmental impact of refrigerators and air conditioners. The unique plastic crystals absorb heat under pressure, providing a climate-friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants. However, challenges remain, such as the extreme pressures required for operation. Experts expr...
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Microplastics Could Be Changing Earth’s Climate, Reveals New Study
A Penn State University study published in Environmental Science & Technology: Air reveals that airborne microplastics may influence the climate by affecting cloud structures and weather patterns. The study found that microplastics act as ice nucleating agents in clouds, potentially altering precipitation. Professor Miriam Freedman highlights the n...
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Microplastics Invade Human Brains, Researchers Call For Global Emergency
The global use of plastic has led to severe environmental contamination, with microplastics now found in air, water, soil, food, and human organs, including the brain.
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Argentine Actor Silvina Luna Dies After Plastic Surgery Goes Wrong
Argentine actress Silvina Luna died from kidney failure Thursday in Buenos Aires. The 43-year-old was battling complications from a 2011 plastic surgery.
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2 Killed In Blast At Illegally-Run Plastic Moulding Factory In Delhi
Two persons died on Saturday after a compressor exploded in an air compressor tank at an illegally-run plastic moulding factory in northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri area, police said.
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Scientists Use Bacteria To Convert CO2 In The Air Into Bioplastic
Researchers have discovered a novel microorganism that can convert today's CO2 into biodegradable plastic in the future.
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Plastic Rain Is Real And It's Happening. Here Are The Details
Researchers from the University of Auckland calculated that 74 metric tonnes of microplastics fall from the sky onto the city each year, the equivalent of more than 3 million plastic bottles.
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Toxic Smoke, Plastic Plant Fires On The Rise In Turkey
The number of fires breaking out in plastic recycling plants has soared in Turkey.
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Diamonds Worth Rs 1.56 Crore Seized By Delhi Customs
Delhi Customs on Thursday seized a consignment of diamonds weighing 1,082-carat being sent to Hong Kong under the guise of 'plastic hot fix' in what was one of the largest seizures of polished diamonds at Air Cargo Export in the national capital.
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Plastic Pollution Threatens Human Health: Study
Ahead of the UN treaty on plastics, a new report in The Lancet journal on Monday has warned that plastic pollution is an underrecognized threat to the health of both humans and the planet, which must be addressed immediately.
-
We Inhale Thousands Of Plastic Fragments Every Single Day, Study Warns
Sources of microplastics include synthetic textiles and carpets made of polyester, nylon and acrylic fibres.
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World Environment Day 2025: 20 Inspiring Messages To Tackle Pollution And Go Green
World Environment Day 2025 urges global action against air, plastic, and river pollution with powerful messages promoting a greener, cleaner future.
-
94% Plastic Recycled In 4 Hours: Scientists Unveil Breakthrough Method Powered By Air Moisture
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking method to break down plastic waste using moisture from the air.
-
How 2,500 Artistes Are Keeping Traditional Toymaking Alive In This Village
The whirr of machines and smell of carved wood hangs in the air of the Indian toy workshop, a centuries-old art form still in the game despite cheaper plastic alternatives.
-
Microplastics In The Air May Be Leading To Lung And Colon Cancer: Study
The study reviewed approximately 3,000 research papers and identified potential links between airborne microplastics and various health conditions.
-
Crystal-Based Cooling Technology Could Offer Sustainable Solution for Fridges and Air Conditioners
A new crystal-based cooling technology could significantly reduce the environmental impact of refrigerators and air conditioners. The unique plastic crystals absorb heat under pressure, providing a climate-friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants. However, challenges remain, such as the extreme pressures required for operation. Experts expr...
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Microplastics Could Be Changing Earth’s Climate, Reveals New Study
A Penn State University study published in Environmental Science & Technology: Air reveals that airborne microplastics may influence the climate by affecting cloud structures and weather patterns. The study found that microplastics act as ice nucleating agents in clouds, potentially altering precipitation. Professor Miriam Freedman highlights the n...
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Microplastics Invade Human Brains, Researchers Call For Global Emergency
The global use of plastic has led to severe environmental contamination, with microplastics now found in air, water, soil, food, and human organs, including the brain.
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Argentine Actor Silvina Luna Dies After Plastic Surgery Goes Wrong
Argentine actress Silvina Luna died from kidney failure Thursday in Buenos Aires. The 43-year-old was battling complications from a 2011 plastic surgery.
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2 Killed In Blast At Illegally-Run Plastic Moulding Factory In Delhi
Two persons died on Saturday after a compressor exploded in an air compressor tank at an illegally-run plastic moulding factory in northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri area, police said.
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Scientists Use Bacteria To Convert CO2 In The Air Into Bioplastic
Researchers have discovered a novel microorganism that can convert today's CO2 into biodegradable plastic in the future.
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Plastic Rain Is Real And It's Happening. Here Are The Details
Researchers from the University of Auckland calculated that 74 metric tonnes of microplastics fall from the sky onto the city each year, the equivalent of more than 3 million plastic bottles.
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Toxic Smoke, Plastic Plant Fires On The Rise In Turkey
The number of fires breaking out in plastic recycling plants has soared in Turkey.
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Diamonds Worth Rs 1.56 Crore Seized By Delhi Customs
Delhi Customs on Thursday seized a consignment of diamonds weighing 1,082-carat being sent to Hong Kong under the guise of 'plastic hot fix' in what was one of the largest seizures of polished diamonds at Air Cargo Export in the national capital.
