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Microplastics in water bottles may fuel cancer growth

Groundbreaking research reveals that microplastics leaching into water from both plastic AND glass containers can accelerate tumour development. Experts warn about the invisible health threat lurking in your daily hydration.

Sumo wrestlers compete on soy sauce bottles at Royal Albert Hall

In an extraordinary fusion of Japanese tradition and quirky British entertainment, sumo wrestlers competed atop giant soy sauce bottles at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall, creating a spectacle that left audiences both baffled and delighted.

Man's daily Haribo habit lands him in hospital

A man's innocent daily treat of Haribo cola bottles turned into a medical nightmare, causing severe abdominal pain and serving as a stark warning about sugar consumption.

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

Hot Water Bottles Banned on UK Flights

British tourists are facing unexpected luggage rules as major airlines crack down on hot water bottles. Discover which carriers have issued bans and the potential £1,000 fine risk.

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.

Huge Sale On Leak-Proof Water Bottles

Beat the heat and save big! Huge discounts on premium, eco-friendly water bottles from Chilly's, Ocean Bottle, and more. Limited time offer for savvy shoppers.

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

K-Pop fuels UK cosmetic surgery boom

The rising popularity of K-pop is driving a wave of cosmetic procedures in the UK, with fans seeking the 'perfect' Korean beauty look. Experts warn of risks and psychological pressures.

Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure

International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.

UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva

Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?

Kuwait, Unilever top plastic polluters list

A new Greenpeace study reveals Kuwait and Unilever as leading contributors to global plastic waste, urging immediate action to tackle the environmental crisis.

Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms

Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.

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