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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 - 6 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 -
Is It Possible for Trump to Shut the Department of Education?
Donald Trump said he would use the department to further his priorities. He also said he would close it. Both options would face difficulties.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 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 -
Sydney identifies 'disgusting' balls that shut beaches
The so-called tar balls were a combination of oil, human faeces and other substances, scientists say.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
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 -
Passenger dies and 15 hurt after two trains crash
A westbound train went about 1,000 metres beyond its stopping point to hit a stationary service.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
Russia’s Warming Arctic Is a Climate Threat. War Has Shut Scientists Out of It.
Climate science has been stymied as Russia continues its war in Ukraine. The stalled work threatens to leave the West without a clear picture of how fast the Earth is heating up.World - The New York Times - October 22 -
Amazon to shut down speedy brick-and-mortar delivery service
The company has stopped any new development of the service, called Amazon Today, and will begin to wind it down, according to people familiar with the matter.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Chicago to begin shutting down separate migrant shelter system
The city of Chicago will overhaul its migrant response strategy, including by closing its “landing zone” and migrant-only shelters, as it responds to a decline in the number of people arriving to ...Top stories - NBC News - October 22 -
Sara's neighbour had door shut in face, jury told
A neighbour of Sara Sharif tells a court noises from within the family home reached "fever pitch".Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
India evacuates hundreds of thousands of people and shuts schools as a tropical storm nears
Indian authorities have shut schools, evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and canceled trains in parts of the country as a tropical storm strengthens in the Bay of BengalWorld - ABC News - October 24 -
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PlayStation Shuts Down Concord Permanently, Shutters Dev Firewalk Studios
Sony has announced that it has shut down Firewalk Studios, the developer behind the multiplayer-shooter game Concord. Additionally, Concord has been permanently sunset, dashing any hopes of a ...Tech - GameSpot - October 29 -
Sony is shutting down Firewalk Studios after disastrous Concord launch
Sony acquired the studio in 2023, with Concord seemingly a major part of the company's push into live-service games.Tech - VentureBeat - October 29 -
What we learned as Draymond shuts down Zion in Warriors' win
The Golden State Warriors had six players in double figures during Wednesday’s 104-89 win over the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31 -
Typhoon Kong-rey: biggest storm in decades wreaks destruction in Taiwan
People warned to stay inside because of high risk of storm surges, flooding and landslides as typhoon crosses island. The biggest typhoon to hit Taiwan in decades has crossed over the island, ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Taiwan shuts down as Typhoon Kong-rey makes landfall
A strong Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall on Taiwan’s east coast on Thursday, the largest storm by size to hit the island in nearly 30 years.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
Germany Shuts 3 Iranian Consulates Over Execution of German-Iranian
The rare step of closing the consulates reflected German protests over the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, an outspoken opponent of the Iranian regime.World - The New York Times - October 31 -
After losing Ersson early, Flyers get shut out by Bruins
The Flyers lost Samuel Ersson and their mini winning streak Saturday afternoon in a 3-0 loss to the Bruins at the Wells Fargo Center.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 2 -
Rare and classic cars shut off busy London street
Vehicles on show in central London include models dating back to 1896 plus modern day supercars.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
Pakistan shuts primary schools for a week in Lahore due to dangerous air quality
Pakistani officials say dangerously poor air quality has forced the provincial government in Lahore to close primary schools for a weekWorld - ABC News - November 4