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An innkeeper from Westhausen (Ostalbkreis) charges a euro fine against food waste on his salad buffet.
Quick Glance: Combatting Food Waste: Penalty at the Salad Buffet
- Restaurant owner Frank Hauber from Westhausen introduces penalty for unfinished plates to reduce food waste.
- Hauber was tired of wasted food and implemented a one euro penalty at the salad buffet three years ago.
- The initiative led to a reduction in food waste and encouraged guests to be more mindful of their food choices.
- The penalty system was successful, resulting in minimal food wastage and positive feedback from guests.
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In Germany, food prices in particular have risen sharply recently. A Berlin start-up is trying to turn food waste into a business model by rescuing food and ... Show more
On the road with Wilhelmshaven's heroes of the waste paper column: Torsten Rotzoll and Walter Glück go out every day to collect waste paper and keep the ...
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Union leader endorsing Biden: ‘We’re not gonna waste a lot of time’ on Trump supporters
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Fiesta Flambeau parade 2024: Cleanup crews work all night long: After the floats and revelers have gone home for the night, San Antonio tidies up the streets ...
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The European Parliament approved a policy which would ban single-use plastic packaging items for fruit and vegetables, condiments in fast food restaurants ... Show more
EU Parliament backs clampdown on single-use plastic packaging | Reuters
EU Parliament backs clampdown on single-use plastic packaging | Reuters
The European Parliament has approved a new set of rules giving consumers the right to claim free or "reasonably priced" repairs ... Show more
Reuters World News: Trump's foreign courters, and other top stories: The US Senate approves a bill to ban TikTok unless it’s sold by its Chinese owner ByteDance.
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Quick Glance: Overview: Tesla Stocks Plummet, Europe Business Surpasses Expectations
- World markets have brightened slightly this week, but Tesla is facing a critical earnings test, while Europe's business pulse has surprisingly been lively this month.
- Following the worst week on Wall Street since 2022, relief from easing Middle East tensions helped stabilize the situation on Monday. The chip giant Nvidia made a modest recovery from losses as Big Tech megacaps gear up for quarterly earnings releases.
- As the first of the 'Magnificent 7' Vanguard stocks, electric vehicle giant Tesla will report on Tuesday, having plummeted by a substantial 43% year-to-date and nearly 60% over the past two years amidst fierce price competition, declining EV demand, and governance/product concerns.
- While Big Tech jitters define this month's market fluctuations, investors will closely watch the upcoming results for a clearer perspective.
Comment: We cannot win the battle of ‘planet versus plastic’ without robust data: Policymakers are meeting in Ottawa this week to negotiate a Global Plastics ...
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Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?: Critics say the U.S. has been unwilling to push for measures in a global ...
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🔴 Conditions in southern Gaza's Rafah are worsening due to sewage spills, waste issues, and a heatwave. LIVE updates: Israel’s war on Gaza live: Hamas tells world ceasefire a must for any deal | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
A Palestinian woman questions the definition of terrorism, wondering whether it applies to the mass destruction they have witnessed or to those who refuse to ... Show more
Global talks to tackle plastic pollution hit critical stage: Thousands of negotiators and observers representing most of the world’s nations are gathering in the ...
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Commentary: Bought the wrong trousers? More retailers don't want you to return them
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Christina Applegate contracts sapovirus after ingesting fecal matter: 'Dead to Me' star Christina Applegate, who has multiple sclerosis, contracted sapovirus ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-04-24/christina-applegate-contracts-sapovirus-food-poisoning-eating-fecal-matter
Why is it so hard to recycle plastic?
Every year, the world produces 400 million tonnes of plastic – and only a small proportion of this is recycled ... Show more
People Fixing The World - The plastic eaters - The plastic eaters - BBC Sounds
People Fixing The World - The plastic eaters - The plastic eaters - BBC Sounds
OPINION: A recent report has exposed dog owners as some of the most “selfish and entitled” people, says Caleb Bond. Full story: Dog owners are some of the most entitled and selfish people | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site
Why recycling metal is an opportunity too good to waste: Recycling energy-transition metals from battery, electric vehicles and renewable energy products offers ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/why-recycling-metal-is-an-opportunity-too-good-to-waste/
Microplastics while walking: Why sneakers are not sustainable: The sneaker industry is booming, but at the same time 380 million shoes in Germany end up in the ...
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Unstable nuclear-waste dams threaten fertile Central Asia heartland: Dams holding vast amounts of uranium mine tailings above the fertile Fergana valley in ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/unstable-nuclear-waste-dams-threaten-fertile-central-asia-heartland-2024-04-23/
11-year-old Nevada boy with autism kept in metal cage at home; parents charged with child abuse
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7 ways to boost e-waste recycling – and why it matters: Our discarded phones and appliances create an ever-growing global mountain of e-waste ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/02/e-waste-recycling-electronics-appliances/
When should you wash your hands? 🙌
Help protect yourself and others from getting sick by washing your hands with soap and running water for at least 40 ... Show more
From volunteers collecting rubbish to environmental activists campaigning, here’s how people around the world are commemorating #EarthDay .
New Delhi chokes as trash mountain fire spreads hazardous fumes: India’s capital choked on toxic fumes Tuesday, as a thick and pungent haze spread from a fire at ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/india/ghazipur-delhi-landfill-fire-intl-hnk/
Canada's First Nation declares emergency due to excessive chemicals emission: Canada's Aamjiwnaang First Nation declared a state of emergency due to the ...
reuters.com/business/energy/canadas-first-nation-declares-emergency-due-excessive-chemicals-emission-2024-04-27/
Quick Glance: Urgent response to chemical exposure in Canadian First Nation
- Canada's Aamjiwnaang First Nation declared a state of emergency due to the excessive release of harmful chemicals from the plastic manufacturing plant of INEOS Styrolution.
- The company based in Frankfurt was instructed by the provincial environment ministry on April 18 to investigate the cause of the leak at its factory in Ontario.
- The Aamjiwnaang First Nation community, housing around 1,000 individuals, has been surrounded by industrial facilities and has been vocal about environmental concerns.
- The emergency declaration coincides with the gathering of thousands of delegates in Ottawa this week for the United Nations plastics treaty talks aimed at curbing the escalating plastic pollution.
I Played Fallout 76 All Weekend And Kind Of Loved It: After spending a weekend in Fallout 76, I am enamored with it and the tension between its past and present
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St George's Day event turns vioIent as 'far right' group wearing flags scrap with police #dailymirror #breakingnews #fyp
'Sasquatch Sunset' spoilers! Bigfoot movie makers explain the super-weird film's ending
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2024/04/20/sasquatch-sunset-movie-spoilers/73192261007/
Keep scalp sweat at bay this summer with expert-approved tips: Scalp sweat can ruin a cute summer hairdo. Here are some expert-recommended tips to curb the scalp ...
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Staff at a Welsh building have been told they now have to work two days a week in the office - but many of them are refusing and are threatening to go on ... Show more
Staff at Welsh site refuse to spend two days a week in the office - Wales Online
Staff at Welsh site refuse to spend two days a week in the office - Wales Online
Sally Fox’s Cotton Has the Power to Change the Fashion Industry: The world’s preeminent colored cotton breeder believes her revolutionary, non-GMO colored cotton ...
vogue.com/article/sally-fox-cotton-breeder-profile
Which foods have the most plastics? You may be surprised: How much plastic is in the food you eat? Much more than you realize, experts say.
cnn.com/2024/04/22/health/plastics-food-wellness-scn/
This Weekend in Green Ug:
👉 Uganda chokes on 600 tonnes of plastic waste
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Brewed from old bread crusts, the world's oldest beer recipe is experiencing a revival
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Reduce your carbon footprint with these 5 climate-friendly recipes: Recipes for Earth Day and every day, including soup and salad.
washingtonpost.com/food/2024/04/20/earth-day-recipes-climate-friendly/
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism: An official said some visitors leave litter behind and ignore traffic regulations.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/26/japan/society/town-sets-up-screen-to-hide-mount-fuji/
Quick Glance: Japanese Town Blocks View of Mt. Fuji Due to Overtourism
- Fujikawaguchiko, a Japanese resort town, is overwhelmed by tourists seeking views of Mount Fuji.
- Reports of tourists disregarding rules, leaving litter, and climbing roofs for better photos have led to the decision to install a barrier.
- A 8-foot high, 22-yard long mesh net will obstruct the mountain view to address the situation caused by disrespectful visitors.
- Japan is addressing overtourism issues by implementing measures to control unruly tourists and manage record-breaking visitor numbers.
On April 26, 1986, reactor No. 4 at the Chernobyl power plant, a site about 65 miles north of the city of Kyiv, exploded, spewing enormous amounts of ... Show more
Today in History: April 26, Chernobyl nuclear plant disaster - ABC News
Today in History: April 26, Chernobyl nuclear plant disaster - ABC News
The US Senate has voted in favour of legislation that could ban TikTok in the country - if its Chinese owners refuse to sell ... Show more
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Guilt-Tripping for the Public Good Often Achieves Its Intended Result: The emerging science of laying guilt through public messaging can help safeguard the ...
scientificamerican.com/article/guilt-tripping-for-the-public-good-often-achieves-its-intended-result/
Soha Ali Khan defining strength through sweat: Whether on location or at home, Soha Ali Khan never skims on her high-octane fitness sessions–Here's how she does ...
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Video: Does Fallout 4 Look Better on PS5?: The nuclear fallout has never looked smoother
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ONS civil servants refuse to return to the office for two days a week: The union argues that staff have proven their ability to work flexibly and attempts to ...
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Federal Council clears the way for standardized charging cables: Almost everyone has a drawer at home full of old power supplies and charging cables ...
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13 Best Yoga Pants For Women In 2024, Tested By Editors: Here are the best yoga pants for women from editors who've sweat tested them. The list includes ...
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How to ditch disposable cups - and transform the way you enjoy coffee: These cafes are determined to steer customer habits back away from single-use cups
theguardian.com/australia-news/commentisfree/2024/apr/27/how-to-ditch-disposable-cups-and-transform-the-way-you-enjoy-coffee
Colorado expanding curbside recycling through new program funded by companies that create trash
denverpost.com/2024/04/25/colorado-recycling-expansion-program/
Cap on plastic production may be too complicated for global treaty: Guilbeault: A global treaty to end plastic waste can be ambitious and successful without firm ...
ctvnews.ca/politics/cap-on-plastic-production-may-be-too-complicated-for-global-treaty-guilbeault-1.6863310
SNP's power-sharing deal with the Scottish Greens collapses: It follows the government's decision to scrap key climate targets and its response to a review into ...
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7 Subtle Signs of Kidney Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore: Symptoms of kidney cancer do not appear in its early stages, but as the cancer progresses ...
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Surveying the World's Transition From Fossil Fuels to Clean Energy: Energy executives warn that it will be a long and costly journey, while activists and ...
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Two Popular Fallout 76 Builds To Stop You From Dying In The Wasteland: Think carefully about your perk cards or you’re in for a slog
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Postman is said to have thrown around 1,800 letters in the trash: Postman is said to have thrown around 1,800 letters in the trash - Baden-Württemberg - THE ...
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Biden administration aims to clean up power sector with revamped rules: The Biden administration on Thursday announced it has finalized rules targeting carbon ...
reuters.com/world/us/biden-administration-aims-clean-up-power-sector-with-revamped-rules-2024-04-25/
Quick Glance: New EPA Rules Target Emissions Reduction at Power Plants
- The Biden administration aims to compel coal-fired power plants to capture smokestack emissions or close down.
- The rules target limiting greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants and reducing toxic pollutants from coal-fired plants.
- The plan includes measures to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, toxic wastewater pollutants, and safely manage coal ash.
- The actions are expected to face opposition from industry groups and Republican-leaning states, while environmental groups see it as a crucial step in combating climate change.
EVMs, the EC, and waste of public money: Why did the EVM experiment fall on its face?
thedailystar.net/opinion/views/the-third-view/news/evms-the-ec-and-waste-public-money-3595151
How Much Water Should You Drink A Day? Here's A Chart For Water Intake: Are you drinking enough water in a day? This chart for water intake might surprise you.
smartparenting.com.ph/health/wellness/how-much-water-should-you-drink-a-day-chart-for-water-intake-a6837-20240425
'Fallout' - Walton Goggins' Ghoul Isn't as Gruesome For a Reason
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Lok Sabha Polls 2024 | BJP firm on decision to scrap Muslim quota: Bommai: BJP firm on decision to scrap Muslim quota: Bommai
deccanherald.com/elections/india/bjp-firm-on-decision-to-scrap-muslim-quota-bommai-2997206
Norfolk's first eCollect refuse truck in Great Yarmouth: Great Yarmouth is the first place in Norfolk to use a new e-vehicle to collect household waste.
edp24.co.uk/news/24273648.norfolks-first-ecollect-refuse-truck-great-yarmouth/
Woman Shares Genius Lip Balm Hack To Avoid 'Sticky Fingers': She was fed up of being left with excess product coating her fingers.
newsweek.com/lip-balm-hack-avoid-sticky-fingers-1894620
When your spouse suddenly turns into a bed wetter: The bedwetting tragedy had robbed her of feelings for the man.
nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/saturday-magazine/when-your-spouse-suddenly-turns-into-a-bed-wetter-4604674
‘The Daily Show’ Suggests a ‘Hall Pass’ Compromise for Trump’s Immunity Claim: ‘5 Crimes … if You Have the Chance’ | Video
thewrap.com/the-daily-show-jordan-klepper-ronny-chieng-trump-hall-pass/
Removing bird droppings from the car: These tips make it easier: Since bird droppings can be very damaging to car paint, it is important to remove them quickly ...
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I tried to recreate Stray in Lethal Company, with disastrous results: In celebration of this month's RPS Game Club pick, I played Lethal Company with a mod that ...
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The planet’s plastic problem: why we need a global plastics treaty: A global plastics treaty is urgently required to limit plastic's contribution to climate ...
indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-climate/global-plastic-pollution-treaty-9292563/
The city of Emden punishes dozens of rubbish offenders - Penalties in the five-figure range are threatened
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Shocking find in pair’s luggage: Two “fish enthusiasts” are on the hook for an eye-watering fine after twice attempting to smuggle more than 100 live fish into ...
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Prince Harry Tests How Much It Will Cost to Keep Rupert Murdoch Off the Stand: Hugh Grant took an “enormous” settlement he couldn’t refuse, leaving Prince Harry ...
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Aldi shoppers in Lancashire save 23,200 meals from going to waste with Too Good To Go app
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Why Fallout: New Vegas Is Still Canon After The TV Show: A timeline scrawled on a blackboard raised questions over whether an entire game in the post-apocalyptic ...
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Lörrach district - Everyone has to pay for individual mistakes when it comes to organic waste
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