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Sunlight-powered process turns plastic waste into acetic acid without added emissions
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have
Medical Device Plastics Market 2026 Latest Innovations, Trends, Growth Factors and Opportunities by 2030 | ...
The Medical Device Plastics market is poised for steady growth, driven by rising healthcare demand, technological advancements, and the need for lightweight, durable, and sterilizable materials. Trends such as biocompatible polymers, single-use devices, and
India’s ₹10,000 crore recycled plastic bet hits policy roadblock
The government announced plans to roll out
I Finally Found a Plastic-Free Rice Cooker
Photo: Bella Druckman On one of my first dates with my now-boyfriend, he went on a tangent about how you can never go a full day without touching plastic. At the time, in 2021, I thought it was a bit dramatic. Who cares? But five years into our relationship,
‘Botched’ Star Who Spent $175,000 on Plastic Surgery Dies at 34
Instagram/Jordan James Parke British influencer and
Bio-inspired: Sunlight-powered iron catalyst converts plastic waste into vinegar
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a solar-powered method to convert plastic waste into acetic acid, the main component of vinegar. The process uses sunlight and a specially engineered catalyst to break down plastics at the molecular
Everyday plastic exposure could increase prostate cancer risk, scientists warn -�as cases climb
While experts stress the findings are early and do not prove cause and effect, they add to growing concern about how widespread plastic exposure may affect the body over time. ...
SCE Chief Executive: Thin plastic bag ban boosts circular economy and protects natural resources
Manama, Feb. 23 (BNA): Amna Hamad Al Rumaihi, Chief Executive of the Supreme Council for Environment (SCE), said that Ministerial Decision (7) of 2026, which bans the manufacture,
Plastic Eating for weight loss? What is the viral China trend and all about its ...
Plastic eating trend: The viral diet challenges often spread faster than fact-checking or medical advisories. Algorithms reward novelty and shock, while nuanced health discussions receive less attention. ...
Plastic Eating for weight loss? What is the viral China trend and all about its health risk
Plastic eating trend: The
Artist creates 'Latin American Mona Lisa' with plastic bottle caps
Call it a Renaissance in recycling.A massive mural made of plastic bottle caps depicts Latin America's version of the famed Mona Lisa, adorning a modest apartment building in a wor ...
Stretchy plastics conduct electricity via tiny, whisker-like fibers
A stretchy, conductive type of plastic could help power the next generation of implantable biomedical devices, like longer-lasting pacemakers or glucose monitors, according to Enrique Gomez, professor of chemical engineering at Penn State. Using advanced
LyondellBasell (LYB) Deep Dive: Navigating the 2026 Recalibration and the Future of Circular Plastics
On February 23, 2026, LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) stands at a critical crossroads. Once celebrated as a high-yield dividend powerhouse of the petrochemical sector, the company has spent the early months of 2026 aggressively restructuring its identity. Today’s
Artist creates ‘Latin American Mona Lisa’ with plastic bottle caps | Kuwait Times Newspaper
Call it a Renaissance in
Bahrain Expands Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags
Industry and Commerce Minister Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro has announced a new decision banning the manufacture, import and sale of single-use plastic bags that are less than 57 microns thick. The new rule, issued under Decision No. (7) of 2026, is part
Post boxes wrapped in plastic across UK and taken out of service
Royal Mail is wrapping many postboxes in black plastic as changes are made ...
One in three plastic toys checked for chemicals fail safety standards
Authorities have raised serious concerns over the safety of plastic toys in Cyprus, as data shows that up to one in three products tested between 2020 and 2025 contained illegal levels of hazardous chemicals. Statistics provided by Labour Minister Marinos
Industry Minister: Ministerial Decision (7) of 2026 prohibits single-use plastic bags less than 57 microns ...
Manama, Feb. 23 (BNA): Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, affirmed the Ministry’s commitment, in coordination with relevant authorities, to strengthening legislative and regulatory measures that support Bahrain’s industrial and
Balrampur Chini bags 1st institutional order from Lucknow Cantonment Board to supply bio-plastic items
Balrampur Chini Mills has taken a step by securing its
Scientists Say Cleaning Plastic Out Of Our Oceans Could Do More Harm Than Good
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Plastics tend to break down into microplastics rather than biodegrade (though there are biodegradable plastics as well). Another issue is the amount of plastic entering the oceans: approximately 11 million tons
Housemaid cooks chicken with plastic packet still on, viral video leaves internet stunned
Anyone who relies on a house help knows that they are the absolute backbone of a desi household. We trust them with our meals, our chores, and basically our daily survival. But every once in a while, a tiny miscommunication happens that leaves us scratching
Vanderbilt Health to stop gender-affirming plastic surgeries for adults
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Vanderbilt Health said it will cease providing gender-affirming plastic surgeries for adults, citing operational limitations and a lack of
Shop sells puja items in banned plastic cover, loses licence
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Southern Water knew of plastic beads pollution days before statement
Bosses including the chief executive were informed long after locals had questioned the source of biobeads
Even in Antarctica, Plastic Pollution From Afar Poses Threat
By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterSUNDAY, Feb. 22, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Next time you’re tempted to toss a plastic food container or... ...
Artist creates ‘Latin American Mona Lisa’ with plastic bottle caps
Call it a Renaissance in recycling....
Waste management capacity expansion key to curb plastic pollution: Ocean Cleanup founder
Waste management capacity expansion key to curb plastic pollution: Ocean Cleanup founder | Mumbai news ...
Our Plastic Brains: How to keep thinking power firing
Crossville Chronicle | 2026-02-22, 09:13
Someone asked a man what he wanted said at his funeral. After a moment of reflection, he replied, “Wait a minute. I think he’s still breathing.” ...
Newfoundland Lobster Tags From the 1980s Among Plastic Trash Washing up in Scotland
Lobster tags from Newfoundland dating back to the 1980s are among the piles of plastic trash that has washed up
