Key Figures in UK Sewage Scandal: Where Are They Now?
Channel 4's Dirty Business spotlights key figures in UK sewage scandal; The Guardian tracks their current status amid ongoing public outcry.
Category : Plastics
Bottled Water Contains Hundreds of Thousands of Nanoplastics, Study Finds
New study finds bottled water contains up to 240,000 nanoplastic fragments per litre, raising questions about exposure and health risks.
Citizen Scientists Lead Fight Against Plastic Pollution in Australian Waterways
Citizen scientists in Australia are tackling plastic pollution in waterways, from Melbourne creeks to remote beaches, filling gaps in regulation.
Perth Women Filmed Illegally Dumping Rubbish on Roadside
Two women filmed illegally dumping rubbish from their ute on a Perth roadside, facing fines up to $62,500.
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Over 200 Lobbyists at UN Plastic Talks Threaten Progress, Campaigners Warn
Over 200 industry lobbyists at UN plastic treaty talks threaten progress, campaigners warn, as divisions deepen between nations.
Gikomba Fashion Show Highlights Kenya's Secondhand Clothing Crisis
A fashion show in Gikomba market highlights Kenya's secondhand clothing waste crisis and promotes upcycling solutions.
Binman Warns: Keep Food Waste Out of Sun in Heatwave
A binman warns households to keep food waste bins out of direct sunlight during the heatwave to avoid smells, maggots, flies, and rats. The video has over 8,000 views.
Wet Wipe Island Clean-Up Shocks Londoners
Over 180 tonnes of wet wipes are being removed from the Thames near Hammersmith Bridge in a major clean-up operation.
Free TV Licences for Pensioners: 14-Day Deadline After Gov't Statement
A petition for free TV licences for all state pensioners has 48,000 signatures but needs 100,000 by July 21. The DCMS says it's 'keeping an open mind' on concessions.
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Supermarket Shelves Full of 'Misleading' Recycled Plastic Claims, Experts Say
Experts expose greenwashing in plastic packaging claims, as industry uses accounting tricks to label fossil-based plastic as 'circular' and climate-friendly.
65p Hack to Remove Yellow Stains from Toilet Seats
Experts share a 65p hack using bicarbonate of soda to remove tough yellow stains from toilet seats, as recommended on a popular cleaning group.
Bass Strait Crossed In A Boat Made Entirely Of Rubbish
Samuel McLennan crossed Bass Strait in a boat made entirely of marine debris, including fish farm waste, after two years of construction.
Organised Crime Gangs Blamed for Surge in Large-Scale Fly-Tipping Across England
Organised criminal gangs blamed for surge in large-scale fly-tipping across England, costing councils millions in clean-up costs.
Hot Takeaway Cups Shed Thousands of Microplastics
New study finds hot takeaway cups release thousands of microplastics, with heat and material type key factors.
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Alabama Wheelie Bin Washes Up on Dorset Beach After 5,000-Mile Atlantic Journey
A wheelie bin from Alabama, USA, washed up on a Dorset beach after a 5,000-mile Atlantic journey, likely lost during Hurricane Sally in 2020.
Premium Tea Bags Release Billions of Microplastics into Your Brew, Study Finds
Study finds premium plastic tea bags release billions of microplastic particles into hot water, urging consumers to choose loose or paper-packaged tea.
Plastic Peril: Who's Really Responsible for Australia's Waste?
Australia's NSW bans single-use plastics as part of a nationwide shift, but recycling rates remain low and challenges persist.
Sydney Water Ordered to Remove Fatberg Behind Poo Balls at Malabar Plant
NSW EPA orders Sydney Water to remove fatberg at Malabar plant, which caused beach-closing poo balls. Includes inspections and AI monitoring.
Microplastics in Home Air Pose Significant Health Risk, Experts Warn
Microplastics in indoor air pose health risks; inhalation may exceed ingestion. Simple changes can reduce exposure.
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Sicilian man trains dog to dump rubbish illegally, police say
Police in Catania say a man trained his dog to dump rubbish illegally to evade CCTV cameras installed to combat fly-tipping.
Disposable Face Masks From Pandemic Release Microplastics and Endocrine Disruptors, Study Finds
Study finds disposable face masks from pandemic release microplastics and endocrine disruptors, posing risks to health and environment.
Dirty Business Creator Warns Sewage Scandal Could Spark Revolt
Dirty Business creator warns sewage scandal could spark revolt as Channel 4 drama highlights water company failures.
Over 6 Million Vapes Discarded Weekly Despite Disposable Ban
Over 6 million vapes discarded weekly in UK despite disposable ban, study finds. Recycling systems strained by lithium battery fires.
Microplastics from takeaway containers may fuel Alzheimer's risk, study warns
Study finds microplastics from takeaway containers can enter the brain and trigger Alzheimer's-like symptoms in mice within weeks, especially in those with genetic risk.
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Landlords Fined £100,000 After Ebike Battery Fire Kills Tenant in Overcrowded London Flat
Landlords fined £100k after ebike battery fire kills tenant in grossly overcrowded London flat. Court hears of 'blatant disregard' for safety.
Premium Teas Contain Highest Microplastic Levels
Microplastics are found in many foods, with premium teas showing high levels. Simple kitchen changes can reduce exposure.
Lagos Lagoon Dredging Crisis: Sand Mining Harms Fisheries and Communities
Unregulated sand dredging in Lagos Lagoon is causing ecosystem collapse, harming fisheries and coastal communities.
Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
UN plastics treaty talks collapse as petrostates and US block binding action; campaigners urge continued efforts despite setback.
Volunteers Battle to Remove Millions of Plastic Beads from Camber Sands
Millions of plastic biobeads have spilled onto Camber Sands beach after a mechanical failure at a Southern Water treatment works, sparking a massive volunteer cleanup.
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England’s Beach Crisis: Pollution and Crime Hotspots Revealed
England's worst beaches for water quality revealed, including Cornwall, Devon, and Blackpool, with 19 beaches rated 'poor' in 2024.
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