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Day: January 13, 2025

Single-Use Food Packaging from 17 Countries Contains PFAS “Forever Chemicals” – IPEN Study

A study by the International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN) and 18 member groups found toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including banned chemicals, in single-use food packaging like paper, cardboard and plant-based materials from 17 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas. PFAS, known as "forever chemicals" for their persistence in the environment, are used...
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NATURE’S WORK OF ART

In 2021 a storm in Bridgend, Wales blasted grass so hard it weaved perfectly around a 130-metres long fence, creating what was dubbed a “waffle fence”. Tonnes of molinia – a type of moor grass – wrapped every blade around the entire fence, creating a handwoven and knitted look. This fence has been described as Mother Nature’s masterpiece.    
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THE GIVING TREE

(A wisdom story) And after a long time, the boy came back again. "I am sorry, Boy," said the tree, "but I have nothing left to give you – my apples are gone." "My teeth are too weak for apples," said the boy. "My branches are gone," said the tree. "You cannot swing on them." "I am too old to swing on branches," said the boy. "My trunk is gone," said the tree. "You cannot climb." "I am too...
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