Sunlight process turns plastic waste into acetic acid
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 09, 2026
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a sunlight-driven process that converts plastic waste, including microplastics, into acetic acid, the main component of vinegar. The approach ... more
Indonesia landfill collapse kills four
Jakarta (AFP) Mar 9, 2026
A landslide on Indonesia's biggest landfill buried trucks and food stalls, killing four people, rescuers said Monday as they searched for at least five more reported missing. ... more
Pollution exposure linked to mental health problems: EU agency
Copenhagen (AFP) Mar 3, 2026
Environmental pollution is linked to several mental health disorders in Europe, the European Environment Agency (EEA) warned Tuesday, arguing that enforcing legislation would result in Europeans being both less depressed and less anxious. ... more