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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

50 students participate in composting and waste treatment workshop in Santarém

Public school students in Santarém engaged in a composting workshop aimed at establishing a school garden and promoting sustainable practices.

Mar 19 • 19:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Regarding 17 tons of 'Humana' second-hand clothes – the commission's verdict: these are waste, not products

A Lithuanian environmental department investigation deems a shipment of second-hand clothing from the Netherlands as hazardous waste due to legal violations in its transport.

Mar 19 • 17:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Kairet Remmak-Grassmann: The Social City Government Left Some Children in an Empty School Building and Others in Containers. Let's Put an End to Waste

The former mayor's management has led to a situation where only 16 students and 11 staff are in a newly renovated school building that cost 14 million euros.

Mar 19 • 16:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bin man 'speechless' over common item people keep putting in recycling bins

A refuse collector criticized residents for putting used nappies in recycling bins, calling it a 'selfish' act as it complicates waste management.

Mar 19 • 14:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

How did the problems of toilets and waste get solved in ancient Riga? An archaeologist tells us

An archaeologist discusses the historical waste management issues faced by the people of ancient Riga, revealing insights into how waste was handled and the impact it had on the environment.

Mar 19 • 13:53 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

How did they solve the problems with toilets and waste in ancient Riga? An archaeologist tells the story

An archaeologist discusses waste management challenges in ancient Riga, revealing historical attitudes and actions regarding refuse disposal.

Mar 19 • 13:53 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

From Experiments to Practical Use – Students Create a Plastic Waste Recycling Device

Students in Latvia have designed and built a device to recycle plastic waste, turning it into new products like phone holders.

Mar 19 • 09:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Second blow for Almeida in Brussels: the European Commission will investigate environmental irregularities in Valdemingómez

The European Commission is set to investigate environmental irregularities at the Valdemingómez waste incinerator in Madrid following complaints from local residents and the Federation of Neighborhood Associations.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

From the home opening match of FC Seoul on the 22nd, chicken gangjeong will be served in ‘reusable containers’

From the home opening game of FC Seoul on the 22nd, food will be served in reusable containers to reduce waste at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.

Mar 19 • 02:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

LAWMA seeks stakeholders’ collaboration in waste management

The Lagos State Waste Management Authority emphasizes the need for stakeholder collaboration to improve waste management in the state.

Mar 19 • 00:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River will be cleanest again – Commissioner

Cross River State’s Commissioner for Environment, Moses Osogi, is optimistic about restoring the state’s reputation as Nigeria's cleanest through improved waste management initiatives.

Mar 19 • 00:02 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

COE of Guayaquil urges citizens to respect schedules implemented in Guayaquil to avoid health problems

Guayaquil's COE is urging residents to adhere to new waste collection schedules to address issues with trash accumulation amid a curfew.

Mar 18 • 23:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Environmental contamination in Sabiá Park is being investigated in Uberlândia; 'there are point leaks,' says director of Futel

The investigation into possible environmental damage at Sabiá Park in Uberlândia, Brazil, was prompted by reports of pollution and waste accumulation in the area.

Mar 18 • 20:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Make Expensive Paper Soap from Tiny Soap Pieces, Cost Will be Zero

The article discusses how to repurpose small leftover soap pieces to create paper soap at home, saving both money and waste.

Mar 18 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck overturns and blocks access to Rosinha Filippo Bridge in Guaratinguetá

A truck overturned this morning in Guaratinguetá, blocking access to the Rosinha Filippo Bridge and causing traffic disruptions.

Mar 18 • 15:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Complaints in Guayaquil over waste accumulation after change in collection hours

Residents in Guayaquil are expressing dissatisfaction due to uncollected waste following a change in garbage collection times related to a curfew.

Mar 18 • 15:04 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Every citizen throws away 565 kilograms of household waste

A report highlights that each Icelandic citizen contributes approximately 565 kilograms of waste annually.

Mar 18 • 14:02 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Albanese government needs to stop being afraid of the gas industry before the current fuel crisis goes to waste | Greg Jericho

The article argues that the Albanese government must take advantage of the current fuel crisis resulting from the Iran war to impose fair taxes on gas companies, as failing to do so may lead to voter backlash amid rising costs.

Mar 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Incomprehensible actions in the apartment building yard: "It makes me angry"

A resident of Vantaa expresses frustration over dog waste left carelessly around her building's yard after winter, highlighting health risks associated with neglecting pet waste.

Mar 18 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

In Koukaki, the expansion of the brown bin network for organic waste of the municipality of Athens

The municipality of Athens is gradually expanding the network of brown bins for organic waste to cover all municipal communities, starting with the first community that received free distribution of bins to residents in Koukaki.

Mar 18 • 13:21 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

ESA asks Norway to meet waste collection and recycling targets

The ESA has criticized Norway for failing to meet key waste collection and recycling targets, revealing a shortfall in the recycling of municipal waste.

Mar 18 • 12:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

H. Doukas: We continue at full speed, so that the brown bin reaches every neighborhood in Athens

The expansion of brown bins in Athens is progressing, with a recent distribution event taking place in the 1st Municipal Community.

Mar 18 • 12:50 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Waste from marine aquaculture corresponds to wastewater from up to ten times Norway's population

A presentation by criminologist Paul Larsson highlights that waste from Norway's marine aquaculture industry equates to wastewater production from eight to ten times the country's population.

Mar 18 • 11:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘River Excavation’ Resumed in Daejeon, Environmental Groups Say 'Budget Waste and Ecosystem Destruction'

Environmental groups in Daejeon protest the city's resumption of river dredging, claiming it is a waste of public funds and detrimental to the ecosystem.

Mar 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A woman in Vilnius discovered a suspicious object near an apartment building that prompted a response from all services, even requiring the 'Aro' unit

A woman in Vilnius alerted authorities after discovering a suspicious object resembling an explosive near a waste container, prompting a significant emergency response.

Mar 18 • 07:47 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Left Must Confront Waste

The article discusses the need for the political left in Norway to address the issue of wasteful spending amidst contrasting circumstances of state wealth and poverty.

Mar 18 • 07:17 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Red Wants to Fire Over 200 Health Directors: - This Is the Kind of Thing I Like, Says “The Waste Ombudsman”

The Norwegian political party Rødt aims to launch a campaign to terminate over 200 health directors, gaining support from the well-known anti-waste advocate Are Søberg.

Mar 18 • 06:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Anyone with wheelie bins urged to throw in 1 kitchen item from now until the end of summer

Residents are advised to throw out one kitchen item into their wheelie bins weekly to combat fly infestations as temperatures rise.

Mar 18 • 00:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The General's Engineer: The Creativity and Waste Behind the Film That Ruined Buster Keaton and Became a Classic of Cinema

A special screening of the classic silent film 'The General' will take place this Saturday in Argentina to commemorate its 100th anniversary and honor Buster Keaton's legacy.

Mar 17 • 22:26 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Mimir has brought out the chainsaw - now cuts will be made to 'waste'

Norwegian politician Mímir Kristjánsson brings a chainsaw to emphasize his party's commitment to cutting waste in public spending, proposing over 20 billion in reductions.

Mar 17 • 22:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A new wave of price increases rolls across Estonia

Estonia will see new waste management fees and price hikes affecting household waste disposal this summer, in addition to the ongoing requirement for packaging separation.

Mar 17 • 21:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Picture taken of theatre after Oscars ceremony leaves people furious

A photo from inside the Dolby Theatre after the Oscars has sparked outrage among film fans over the leftover food and trash.

Mar 17 • 16:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Households asked to stop storing blueberries and strawberries in supermarket containers

Households are advised against storing blueberries and strawberries in their supermarket packaging, as it leads to spoilage due to trapped moisture.

Mar 17 • 14:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bin rule changes that will affect all households in England this April

New recycling rules will be implemented across all households in England starting in April 2026, introducing a standardized waste collection system.

Mar 17 • 12:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop volunteer urges people to stop donating 'absolutely ridiculous' item

A charity shop volunteer in the UK has condemned the donation of a particular common household item, urging people to dispose of it as trash instead.

Mar 17 • 12:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Thousands of volunteers will head out for clean-up, collecting tons of waste in the streets and in the forest

Thousands of volunteers in the Czech Republic are set to participate in the annual spring clean-up campaign, collecting tons of waste from urban areas and nature starting on March 20.

Mar 17 • 11:42 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Head of State announced laws regarding the compensation for war damages by Russia and waste management

President Alar Karis approved two laws concerning the establishment of an international commission for Ukraine's damage claims and the procurement of waste recycling and disposal services by local governments.

Mar 17 • 11:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This chef's tip will change your perception of half-empty mustard jars

Chef Risto Mikkola demonstrates a quick way to utilize the remaining contents of mustard jars by creating a salad dressing.

Mar 17 • 11:09 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Plastic Waste: Europe is Wasting its Recycling Potential

The article discusses Europe's underutilization of its recycling potential for plastic waste due to high costs, lack of investors, and insufficient prioritization of circular economy initiatives.

Mar 17 • 10:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Plastic Waste: Europe is Squandering its Recycling Potential

The article discusses how Europe is failing to capitalize on its recycling potential due to high costs and a lack of investment.

Mar 17 • 10:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is a trash-free marathon possible? The harmless challenge of 'Muhae Run'

The 'Muhae Run' aims to host a marathon without generating waste, taking place on November 5 in Seoul, following the success of a similar initiative last year.

Mar 17 • 08:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Audit Office: 'Management Failure of Immersive Gwanghwamun Project Without Space Securing'

An audit reveals that the management of the Gwanghwamun Project, aimed at creating a cultural experience space, was inadequately executed, leading to poorly managed contracts and significant budget waste.

Mar 17 • 05:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Andalusia, Madrid, and Castilla-La Mancha will go to arbitration if Ecoembes does not pay them an additional 136 million per year for their containers

Andalusia, Madrid, and Castilla-La Mancha plan to seek arbitration to secure an additional 136 million euros from Ecoembes for waste container management, following unsuccessful negotiations.

Mar 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

From Ocean to Table.. Scientists Transform Plastic Waste into Vinegar

Canadian scientists have developed a new technology to convert plastic waste into acetic acid, the main component of vinegar, addressing the pressing environmental crisis of plastic pollution.

Mar 17 • 04:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A truck was burning furiously on highway 7 in Porvoo

A truck loaded with plastic waste caught fire on highway 7 in Porvoo, causing traffic disruptions but no injuries.

Mar 16 • 19:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How to prevent avocados from rotting

This article discusses effective methods to extend the freshness of avocados and avoid waste in the kitchen.

Mar 16 • 19:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Let us not waste Poland's golden era

The article discusses the promotion of Poland's economy and image on the global stage, emphasizing the need for a cohesive narrative to raise awareness of Poland's status as the 20th largest economy in the world.

Mar 16 • 19:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

How neighbors began to compete in waste sorting with an app

Residents of a Stockholm housing association improved their plastic waste sorting through a competitive app, addressing environmental concerns and EU regulations.

Mar 16 • 17:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pilgrims on the way to the statue of Father Cícero in Juazeiro do Norte face open sewage and foul smells

Pilgrims traveling to the statue of Father Cícero in Juazeiro do Norte are confronted with open sewage and waste along their route, highlighting ongoing issues with sanitation in the area.

Mar 16 • 16:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Terrifying Rabbit-Sized Rats Haunt the Streets of England

Residents of British cities are living in despair due to a year-long refuse collectors' strike that has led to an infestation of rabbit-sized rats.

Mar 16 • 16:15 UTC

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