Mexican startup tackles plastic waste by converting it to fuel
A startup in Mexico is trying to help get a handle on one Gulf coast city’s plastic waste problem by converting it into gasoline, diesel and other fuels
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‘The Gulf of America’? Here’s What Mexicans and Cubans Think.
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A startup city in Kenya tries to tackle Africa's problem of urbanizing while poor
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Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Isak and the ghost of Henry continue to haunt wasteful Arsenal
Alexander Isak stole all the headlines for Newcastle United, as Arsenal continue to deal with their wasted chances in front of goal.ESPN - Jan. 7 -
Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty. Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
In Kosovo, Christian Converts Hope to Revive a Pre-Islamic Past
Christian converts in Kosovo, where the vast majority of people are Muslim, hope to revive a pre-Islamic past they see as a key to their European identity.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
6 Rules for Startup Fundraising
Lessons learned from my startup’s most recent fundraising round.Inc. - Jan. 4 -
Bugatti Mistral Sets New World Speed Record for Fastest Convertible
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How to help UK farming waste less food
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