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Apr 16 2025BUSINESS

Buying Second-Hand Online: What Makes Us Hesitate?

The world is waking up to the idea of buying refurbished goods. This is not just about saving money. It is about saving the planet. Buying second-hand can cut down on waste and help the environment. But, there are things that make people hesitate. What are these things? Let us dive in. People w

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Apr 12 2025LIFESTYLE

Why Do Some People Dislike Vegans?

People often find themselves at odds with vegans. A recent study sheds light on why this might be the case. It turns out, the dislike might stem from a place of envy. The study, which involved over 3, 600 participants from several European countries, aimed to understand the social dynamics around p

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Apr 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Unseen Pollution Patterns

The hidden connections between pollutants in landfill waste, nearby water, and the base layer were brought to light using a special tool called Ball Mapper. This tool is not your average data analyzer. It dives deep into the data to find patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. It is a topologica

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Apr 11 2025LIFESTYLE

Spring Cleaning: More Than Just Tidying Up

Spring is here, and with it comes the perfect chance to tidy up. This is not just about making your space look nice. It's also about doing good for your mind and body. The world has seen a big increase in clothing use. People buy more and more clothes. This leads to a lot of waste. So, why not use t

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Apr 10 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Threat in Farm Waste

Farm waste is not just about the smell or the mess. It's a big deal for our health. There's a lot of talk about antibiotic resistance. This is when bacteria learn to beat the drugs meant to kill them. It's a real worry for doctors. But did you know that farm waste plays a big role in this probl

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Apr 08 2025SCIENCE

Chlorine: Friend or Foe in Our Everyday Products?

Chlorine is a chemical that is used in many everyday products. It is a key ingredient in making medicines, plastics, pesticides, and cleaning products. However, it is also very toxic and can be dangerous to handle. This raises an important question: Is chlorine really necessary, or can we find safer

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Apr 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Stinky Situation: Holly Hill's Battle Against Unbearable Odors

Holly Hill, South Carolina, is in a standoff with a waste treatment facility. The issue? A smell so strong that it's driving residents indoors and ruining their quality of life. The culprit? Synagro's Waste Recycling Facility, which has been under the microscope for its pungent emissions. The town

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Apr 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Fight Against Filtered Cigarette Waste in Santa Cruz County

The push to ban filtered cigarettes in Santa Cruz County is gaining traction, but there are still hurdles to overcome. This effort is not new. It has been around for over a decade. The main issue is that the current ban only covers unincorporated areas, leaving four cities where filtered cigarettes

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Apr 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Oil and Fish Waste: A Hidden Link in Marine Pollution

The ocean is full of tiny particles that can mix with oil spills. This mix can create something called marine oil snow. This snow can sink and harm sea life. One big question is how fish waste, or fecal pellets, play a role in this process. The study looked at how different types of oil and fish

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariffs: Big Oil's Lucky Break

The energy sector just got a big break. The recent tariff package rolled out by the president includes a notable exception for fossil fuels. This move has sparked conversations about the influence of big oil donors on political decisions. The tariffs, which range from 10% to higher rates for major e

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