Global study reveals widespread burning of plastic for heating and cooking

A new Curtin University-led study has shed new light on the widespread number of households in developing countries burning ...

Plastic bottles could power your devices one day

Researchers create supercapacitors from waste PET plastic bottles that could power electric vehicles and electronics within 5 ...

Scientists detect plastic clouds hovering over Chinese cities

Scientists detect hidden plastic clouds hovering over Chinese cities - Previous studies have underestimated amount of plastic ...
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This CES Company's Trash Cans Mash Your Cast-Off Plastic Bags Into Recyclable Bricks

At CES 2026, Clear Drop showcased its solution for homes and businesses to ensure that 100% of soft plastic waste is diverted ...
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California plastic bag ban in effect: What to know

California has entered a new phase of waste reduction as a statewide ban on all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores and ...

These Will Be the Biggest 2026 Facial Plastic Surgery Trends, According to Top Doctors

Four plastic surgeons from around the U.S. weighed in on what will be hot for this year in cosmetic procedures.

California ban on plastic checkout bags now in effect

California shoppers will have one less decision to make at the checkout counter starting Jan. 1, as the state enacts a ban on ...