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Asteroid Bennu teems with life's building blocks

NASA's Bennu sample contains sugars vital for life and a baffling 'space gum', reshaping theories on the origins of life in our solar system. Discover the groundbreaking findings.

Prehistoric chewing gum reveals ancient DNA

Archaeologists discover 10,500-year-old birch tar chewed by brown-eyed teenager in Estonia, rewriting our understanding of Stone Age life through DNA analysis.

Foxes damage 40 cars in Dublin estate

Residents in a Dublin estate are using chicken wire to protect their cars from foxes chewing through wires, causing tens of thousands in repair costs. Discover the preventative measures experts recommend.

Illegal teeth whitening strips burn gums - UK warning

Exclusive investigation reveals how unregulated teeth whitening products containing dangerous chemicals are being sold illegally to unsuspecting consumers, causing severe gum damage and chemical burns.

UN Plastics Treaty in Crisis as Chair Steps Down

The global fight against plastic pollution faces major setback as UN treaty negotiations descend into chaos, prompting the resignation of chair Luis Vayas Valdivieso and putting crucial environmental agreement in jeopardy.

Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags

Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking

South Australia bans fish-shaped soy sauce packets

In a landmark move against single-use plastics, South Australia has become the first jurisdiction globally to outlaw the iconic fish-shaped soy sauce packets. The ban targets a major source of plastic pollution, signalling a new front in the war on waste.

Plastic Bag Sales Rise, Reversing a Decade of Progress

A decade after the 5p plastic bag charge was introduced, sales have risen for the first time, with supermarket home deliveries identified as the primary cause. New government data reveals a 7% year-on-year increase, sparking calls for stricter regulations

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