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In a recent episode of 'The Summit Suomi', contestant Jacky Mutashar shares the tragic story of her childhood, including the death of her sister and the family's struggles during war in Iraq.

In Egypt's Garbage City, known as Manshiyat Nasser, a community thrives on recycling waste, transforming refuse into a livelihood for thousands.

Garbage collectors in Baixada Santista, Brazil, suspended their strike to resume services while rejecting a proposal concerning transparency and compensation under the Results Participation Program.

In 2025, approximately 1,750 drivers in Thessaloniki received fines for illegally parking in front of garbage bins, obstructing waste collection operations.

A local man in Pärnu, Estonia, offers a reward for information regarding a person who illegally dumped trash on private property, sparking discussions about waste disposal practices among residents.

An out-of-control garbage truck crashed into a house in Mercês, Brazil, causing significant damage but resulting in only minor injuries to the driver.

The article discusses the deterioration of internet services, termed 'shitification', and criticizes the legislative environment in Europe that enables the proliferation of poor-quality online content.

Authorities in Brazil are investigating after 30 kilograms of marijuana were discovered in a trash bag by garbage collectors in Ceilândia, in the Federal District.

Over 500 individuals have been arrested in Ecuador during curfew operations aimed at dismantling criminal structures amid a state of emergency in four provinces.

Two robbers dressed in fake garbage collector uniforms attempted to rob a couple jogging on a busy street in Belém, Brazil.

Santo Domingo has implemented a new garbage collection schedule to align with curfew restrictions due to an ongoing state of emergency.

A young woman found the red carpet from the last Oscars in a dumpster in Los Angeles shortly after the awards ceremony.

A garbage truck from the Poá City Hall fell into a ditch, blocking a street and causing disruptions for local residents.

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

The City Hall of Taubaté has extended the deadline for the payment of the IPTU and garbage tax until March 31, 2026, marking the second extension of this deadline.

In Guayaquil, the garbage collection service has adjusted its hours temporarily in response to a curfew, now operating from 07:00 to 20:00.

A fan was arrested for racially insulting players from Comercial during a football match in Brazil.

German Olympic champion Philipp Raimund refused to jump in Oslo during a World Cup event due to strong winds.

New York City has introduced a mandatory garbage bin rule, which could lead to fines for residents who fail to comply amid delays in bin distribution.

Piles of garbage continue to accumulate in Gaza, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis for over 2 million residents.

Garbage collection services in Guayaquil will temporarily change hours to conform with a new curfew.

A video footage shows a garbage collector in Franca, Brazil, physically assaulting a colleague during a workplace dispute.

A Moncton man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the homicide of Melissa Price, whose body was found in a garbage bin.

A councilor from the Partido Popular announced plans to comply with local residents' wishes regarding a proposed garbage collection site in Montecarmelo, but local residents and opposition members express skepticism about the announcement's authenticity.

Garbage collectors in Santa Catarina found a wallet containing R$ 7.7 thousand and returned it to its owner, Valdete Borges, who expressed her emotional gratitude.

The Macapá City Council approved a law exempting families with autistic members from property tax and garbage collection fees.

Residents near Zakopane express outrage over cleaning works that are leaving dust and debris on their properties.

Over two million residents of the Gaza Strip are facing severe health risks due to an overwhelming garbage crisis amid ongoing post-conflict challenges.

As spring arrives, the desire to spend time in nature and grill emerges, but litter left behind at public grill sites continues to be a pressing issue.

Research reveals alarming levels of pollution, particularly plastics, in the Calypso Deep of the Mediterranean Sea.

Emiliano García-Page commends the role of mayors, particularly those from the PSOE, in contrast to the negative political climate observed in national politics in Spain.

A Ukrainian woman was humiliated by a Stockholm bus driver when he dismissed her passport as garbage, leading to a ruling against transport agency SL for discrimination.

Public servers in Araras (SP) have gone on strike, leading to the paralysis of essential services such as health, education, public transportation, and garbage collection.

The RCMP has identified Melissa Price, a 39-year-old woman found dead in a garbage bin in Moncton, treating her death as a homicide investigation.

At least five people have died in a garbage landslide at a large dump site in Indonesia following heavy rains.

Five people have died and five are missing following a large garbage landslide in an Indonesian city, with over 200 searchers involved in the rescue efforts.

Ellen Baum, a New York City activist, cleaned tons of hanging trash from the Brooklyn Bridge over the course of a month to encourage community efforts for maintaining public spaces.

Quito residents are expressing frustration over a new waste collection fee that is now included in their water bills, resulting in significant increases in costs.

Four abandoned dogs were found together in a neighborhood in Downey, California, sparking a community effort to rescue them.

The City Hall of Taubaté has extended the payment deadline for the IPTU and garbage fee to March 20, officially announced in recent decrees.

A garbage accumulation in Tres de Febrero sparked a public dispute between a minister from Jorge Macri's administration and former mayor Diego Valenzuela.

The irregular accumulation of garbage in Fernando de Noronha was discussed in the Tourism Council meeting, raising environmental and image concerns for the island.

Since this year, the ban on direct landfill of living waste in the metropolitan area has decreased the volume of garbage dramatically, yet it has sparked controversy over illegal incineration in other regions.

Young people in Nepal are increasingly seeking jobs in countries like Japan due to a lack of opportunities at home, reflecting deep dissatisfaction with local governance and employment prospects.

A fire at a mobile tower in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, caused damage worth 3 million rupees, sparked by a burning cigarette discarded in nearby garbage.

A report reveals that many shelters in Cyprus, intended for civilian protection, are in poor condition and often serve as parking lots or are filled with garbage.

A public alley in Palmas, Brazil, transformed from a littered space into a community-friendly area thanks to influencer Francisco Garcia's cleanup initiative.

A garbage collector in São Carlos, Brazil recalls sustaining a needle injury due to the unsafe disposal of syringes and sharp objects, raising concerns over the health risks faced by waste collectors.

A councilman and a businessman are among four individuals arrested by Ceará's Public Ministry for alleged fraud in municipal garbage collection services in Crato.

Human remains and hair discovered in a garbage bag at the Municipal Cemetery of Luiziânia were confirmed to have been removed from a grave by municipal workers.