Texas shrimper stalls Exxon's $10bn plastics plant
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Plastic Wet Wipe Ban Starts Spring 2027
The UK government confirms a ban on wet wipes containing plastic from Spring 2027. This move aims to reduce sewer blockages and river pollution. Learn more about the environmental impact.
Kanye West faces Brazil ban on Nazi song performance
Brazilian authorities threaten legal action if Kanye West performs his 'Heil Hitler' track in São Paulo. Enhanced police presence planned for November concert. Read the latest developments.
Australia considers including Roblox in under-16 social media ban
Australian policymakers are pushing to include popular gaming platform Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for under-16s, sparking debate about online safety versus digital freedom.
Council bans taxi drivers from wearing jeans and trainers
Edinburgh cabbies face strict new dress code prohibiting casual wear including jeans, tracksuits and trainers while on duty under controversial council regulations.
Man banned from owning animals after vet finds neglected birds
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
Celebrity Cosmetic Catastrophes: Surgeons Reveal All
Leading plastic surgeons expose the worrying trend of celebrity cosmetic procedures gone wrong, naming high-profile victims and warning against the pursuit of perfection.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
University bans Mexican outfits in cultural appropriation crackdown
The University of Essex faces backlash after prohibiting students from wearing Mexican-themed outfits, including sombreros and ponchos, during campus events as part of its inclusivity policy.
Labour's school mobile phone ban plan revealed
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to ban mobile phones from classrooms across England, citing mental health and learning concerns.
British man detained at LA airport under Trump Muslim ban
A British citizen reveals his traumatic detention at Los Angeles airport after Donald Trump's controversial Muslim travel ban, highlighting the human cost of divisive immigration policies.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
Hollywood Men Fuel Cheek Augmentation Surgery Trend
Leading plastic surgeon reveals the surprising cosmetic procedure that's becoming increasingly popular among Hollywood's male elite seeking youthful, chiselled features.
NBA star banned for life in gambling scandal
Toronto Raptors centre Jontay Porter receives lifetime ban from NBA after investigation reveals he shared confidential information with gamblers and deliberately underperformed to manipulate betting markets.
Government Plans Major Fireworks Restrictions in UK
Exclusive: Ministers consider sweeping fireworks restrictions as safety concerns grow. Find out how new rules could affect Bonfire Night celebrations across Britain.
Marathon world record holder Chepngetich banned for doping
Kenyan distance star Ruth Chepngetich, holder of the women's marathon world record, has been banned for three years after testing positive for a prohibited substance, Athletics Integrity Unit confirms.
Pentagon bans Hegseth book after Congress investigation
Fox News host Pete Hegseth's book 'The War on Warriors' faces Pentagon ban from military bases following congressional investigation into disputed service record claims.
Jenrick demands burqa ban despite Badenoch opposition
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick calls for complete ban on face veils in Britain, putting him on collision course with equalities minister Kemi Badenoch in major Conservative split.
Portugal bans burqas in public buildings
Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.
UK urged to ban cigarette filters over health and environment
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Australia bans Candace Owens over controversial views
Australian authorities have blocked conservative commentator Candace Owens from entering the country, citing her divisive rhetoric and potential to incite social unrest in the latest immigration controversy.
Sweden to ban burqas, cites 'failed integration'
Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.
Google silent on Trump lobbying for YouTube in Australia ban
Tech giant Google refuses to disclose whether it's lobbying the Trump administration about YouTube's potential inclusion in Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s, raising transparency concerns.
Bonnie Blue's 4-Year Australia Ban Over Terrifying Plot
Exclusive details emerge about Bonnie Blue's disturbing Australian plot that led to a dramatic four-year ban from the country, sending shockwaves through entertainment circles.
British tennis player banned for four years in doping case
UK tennis professional receives major suspension after anti-doping tribunal finds him guilty of violating sport's integrity rules, casting shadow over his career.
Ex-F1 driver Mark Blundell gets 20-month drink-drive ban
Ex-Formula 1 driver Mark Blundell faces 20-month driving ban after being caught drink-driving his BMW X6 while nearly double the legal limit in Hertfordshire.
Italy proposes €2,600 burka ban to stop Islamic separatism
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pushes for nationwide burka ban with hefty fines, aiming to prevent Islamic separatism and protect national identity.
UK plastic waste exports surge 84% to developing nations
Shocking new data reveals Britain is dramatically increasing plastic waste shipments to poorer countries, raising serious environmental and ethical concerns about recycling accountability.
World's First Plant Plastic That Vanishs Completely
British scientists have developed a revolutionary plant-based plastic that completely biodegrades into harmless sugars, offering hope in the global war against plastic pollution.
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.
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