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European plastics makers shut plants as production declines sharply
Industry is latest manufacturing sector on the continent to shrink despite global growthWorld - Financial Times - 8 hours ago -
PepsiCo Wins Plastics Pollution Lawsuit
The state Supreme Court Justice in Buffalo said the case failed to show PepsiCo created a public nuisance.Business - Inc. - November 3 -
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The widow-maker ETF
People just can’t stop themselves buying TLTWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Sweden abolishes tax on plastic bags despite warnings usage could rise
Levy that reduced usage by more than three-quarters in four years fell victim to rightwing culture wars, say critics. A tax that has reduced plastic bag consumption in Sweden by more than ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Dozens of brands come with a side of dangerous plastics, report finds
Food and cosmetics from dozens of major retailers come wrapped in potentially dangerous plastics, a new report has found. More than 17 retailers have taken no steps to protect their customers from ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Global plastic production must be cut to curb pollution, study says
Analysis lays bare huge challenge of mismanaged waste on eve of UN plastic treaty talks in Busan. Global plastic production must be reduced to tackle the immense challenge of plastic pollution , ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Why you should throw away your black plastic cooking utensils
The tools you cook with may be introducing an unwanted ingredient into your family dinner: flame retardant.Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
The Lei Makers Reimagining an Ancient Tradition
A new generation of floral designers is incorporating fresh styles into their creations.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Here’s Why Drone Maker DJI Sued the Pentagon
The China-based maker of more than half of all commercial drones in the U.S. went to court to fight its placement on a list of companies said to be working with the Chinese military.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
China warning hits another medical equipment maker
Smith & Nephew shares slumped on Thursday as it became the second health equipment company in a week to warn that Chinese sales were getting hit hard.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Jeep maker Stellantis reports 27% drop in sales
Stellantis reported a 20% drop in its shipments driven by major slumps in both Europe and North AmericaBusiness - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Aspinall, McGregor & the 'dream-makers' - welcome to Cage Warriors
From Tom Aspinall to Conor McGregor, Cage Warriors has a rich history of producing MMA stars. BBC Sport visits a show in Manchester to discover why.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
Best 5 Soda Makers for Sparkling Water (2024)
These are the best bubblers we've found for fresh carbonation at a moment's notice.Tech - Wired - November 2 -
World’s largest transformer maker warns of supply crunch
AI data centre demands and renewable energy’s dispersed nature are driving equipment orders for power grid upgradesBusiness - Financial Times - November 3 -
Zelda's makers reflect on the princess's first big adventure
Echoes of Wisdom was the first adventure for the princess at the heart of one of Nintendo's biggest series.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
China’s smartphone makers head upmarket in European push
Realme, Oppo and Honor are looking to challenge Samsung and Apple on the continent with fancier handsetsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
How a plastic cave made in Spain keeps Amazonian culture alive 5,000 miles away
When ancient carvings were vandalised, the Wauja feared their knowledge was lost. But 3D imaging has created a replica at the heart of Brazil’s first Xingu people’s museum. It is not yet dawn in ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Los Angeles County sues PepsiCo, Coca-Cola over role in plastic pollution 'crisis'
Los Angeles County announced a lawsuit against Coca-Cola and PepsiCo this week, arguing the soda giants misled the public on the recyclability of the plastics used for their products. In the ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
California scientists unveil policy blueprint for stopping global plastic pileup in its tracks
The uniform adoption of just four waste management policies around the world could eliminate more than 90 percent of the planet’s plastic waste and nearly a third of associated carbon emissions by ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
‘I opt to fly private — no matter what the cost’: The caviar in first class tastes like burnt plastic. What ever happened to airline standards?
“I truly feel sorry for the poor souls who are subjected to these kinds of horrors.”Business - MarketWatch - 19 hours ago -
Boeing workers to vote on ending strike in critical week for plane maker
Union members to consider offer on Wednesday that could restart production stalled for more than a monthBusiness - Financial Times - October 20 -
Starboard reportedly takes big stake in Tylenol maker Kenvue
Activist investor Starboard Value has taken a sizeable stake in Kenvue, the maker of Tylenol and Listerine, and is seeking changes, according to reports Sunday night.Business - MarketWatch - October 21 -
Boeing's CEO Is Shrinking the Jet Maker to Stop Its Crisis From Spiraling
A strike by its machinists union could end soon, but the company remains in a perilous financial position.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 20 -
Blade Runner 2049 maker sues Musk over robotaxi images
Alcon Entertainment says it denied a request to use material from the film at the Tesla cybercab event.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
Tesla earnings are the ‘next big thing’ for the EV maker as it tries to be magnificent again
Tesla’s stock has traded lower after six of its last eight reports, with the average stock price swings of plus or minus 10% in the past eight post-earnings days.Business - MarketWatch - October 22 -
Boeing reports $6bn loss as chief faults ‘serious performance lapses’
Kelly Ortberg calls for cultural change ahead of union vote on whether to end six-week strikeBusiness - Financial Times - October 23 -
Boeing reports $6.1 billion loss as strike takes toll on plane maker
Boeing reported a massive third-quarter loss, partly due to billions in charges from its airline programs as well as the current strike.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
The Maker of Ozempic Is Trying to Block Compounded Versions of Its Blockbuster Drug
Novo Nordisk has asked the FDA to block production of compounded copies of Ozempic, arguing that it’s too difficult to do safely. It’s the latest escalation in a brewing war between pharmaceutical ...Tech - Wired - October 23 -
Lysol Maker Reckitt Benckiser Beats Views as Easing Prices Draw Shoppers
Lysol maker Reckitt Benckiser’s revenue fell by less than expected in the third quarter as declines in sales volumes eased, and confirmed its targets for the full year.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Best Nut Milk Makers We’ve Tested and Reviewed (2024)
These cow-replacing machines turn nuts, oats, and other plants into milk quickly, easily, and automatically.Tech - Wired - October 24 -
Hoka shoes are so popular, their maker just crushed quarterly estimates
Deckers Outdoor also guided for a 12% sales increase for fiscal 2025.Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Foreign appliance maker on Trump tariffs: Risks, opportunities, ‘but mostly uncertainty’
A Swedish appliance maker with factories in the U.S. doesn’t know quite what to make of the possibility of new tariffs in a second Trump presidency.Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Merger between makers of Coach and Michael Kors handbags halted by judge
Merger between luxury handbag makers would reduce competition and hurt consumers, U.S. District judge says.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
IV fluid maker says expiration date extensions approved
North Carolina hospitals reeling from Hurricane Helene may soon get some relief from a critical IV fluid shortage. The Food and Drug Administration approved changing the expiration date on ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
Japanese lift maker Fujitec explores sale to private equity
Talks with multiple groups including Sweden’s EQT have taken place in recent monthsWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Cuzen Electric Matcha Maker Review: Great Tea but a Lazy Design
This kitchen gadget provides a way to brew incredibly fresh matcha, but it's really just a glorified tea leaf grinder.Tech - Wired - October 30
