Study shows plastic bag bans are improving the cleanliness of US coastlines.
Study Shows Policies on Plastic Bags Reduce Coastal Pollution A recent study has found that policies limiting or banning plastic bags have notably decreased plastic waste along the U.S. coastlines. According to the findings, areas with state and local regulations experienced a decline of between 25% and 47% in the proportion of tiny plastic cleaning […]
Maine plans to ban small shampoo bottles in hotels to cut down on plastic waste.
Maine Moves to Ban Small Plastic Toiletry Bottles in Hotels A new bill in Maine is making waves in the hospitality sector. This legislation aims to eliminate small, plastic toiletry bottles—often found in hotels and similar accommodations—from use. The goal? To cut down on waste. As the bill advances through the Pine Mokuzhou Assembly, it […]
Jennifer Garner reveals that doctors discouraged her from getting plastic surgery.
Jennifer Garner Discusses Botox and Aging Jennifer Garner has opened up about her experiences regarding cosmetic procedures, particularly Botox, in a recent chat with Harper’s Bazaar. The 53-year-old actress reflected on her attempts at cosmetic surgery, sharing that she ended up feeling dissatisfied with the effects of the injections. “As far as injections go, I […]
Almost 18,000 containers of ice cream recalled due to concerns about plastic contamination
If you’ve recently stocked up on bulk ice cream, it might be a good idea to take a look in your freezer. Wells Enterprises has recalled over 18,000 tubs of ice cream after finding that some batches could contain small plastic fragments. This recall started in late April and was officially acknowledged by the FDA […]
Jamie Lee Curtis shares her regret over plastic surgery that resulted in years of addiction.
Jamie Lee Curtis Reflects on Past Plastic Surgery and Addiction Struggles Jamie Lee Curtis revealed that a critical comment from a director during the filming of the 1985 movie “Perfect” impacted her self-esteem significantly. She recalled him saying, “Yeah, I wasn’t shooting her today. Her eyes are baggy.” Curtis, only 25 at the time, felt […]
Contaminated tofu? How Western plastic waste supports food production in Indonesia
Recent reports have revealed that plastic waste from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, France, the US, and the UK is being used as fuel for tofu production in Indonesia. Factory owners and one environmental organization in East Java’s industrial area shared this troubling information, highlighting the potential health risks associated with burning imported plastics. In Tropod, […]
The issue of plastic prescription bottles in the pharmaceutical industry receives a paper alternative.
Have you ever thought about what happens to all those little orange pill bottles after you’ve filled your prescription? Each year, approximately 200 billion of these bottles are produced globally, with a significant portion ending up in landfills. In the United States alone, about 4 to 5 billion plastic pill bottles are discarded yearly. That’s […]
Drew Barrymore says she’s never had plastic surgery
Drew Barrymore said at a talk show Friday that he had never had plastic surgery. thefdrewbarrymoreshow/instagram Drew Barrymore maintains a youthful glow without the help of cosmetic surgery. The actress, 50, shared that she has never been under the knife during a Q&A with the audience for “The Drew Barrymore Show” on Friday. “Can you […]
NYC mom died during botched implant procedure by sham plastic surgeon
Records show that weeks after the March procedure, two mothers died after the procedure was processed by a fake Queens doctor to remove butt implants. María Paz Peñaloza, 31, first left left brain dead last month after an attempt to remove the implants inside an illegal liposuction clinic at her home in Ditmars Steinway, but […]
Sumeshini Subramaniam: Creating Inroads in Environmental Protection with Her Revolutionary Green Asphalt Plastic Road
witnessing firsthand the devastating effects of plastic pollution and environmental neglect on her community as a young Malaysian girl; Sumeshini SubramaniamThe founders of Renergy Bumi hijau decided they wanted to have a lasting impact on the environment through plastic waste innovation and sustainable urban development. Today, she is one of less than 20 registered professional […]