From futuristic design icon to environmental villain – the 80-year history of the plastic chair
The Magis Bell Chair, made from recycled plastic, saves energy during production and transport and produces less waste for recycling
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The global plastics treaty process has fallen flat. Here’s what went wrong, and how you can help
EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI The global plastics treaty process has fallen flat. Here’s what went wrong, and how you can help Published: August
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Grand Canyon’s Dragon Bravo megafire shows the growing wildfire threat to water systems
Tourists watch smoke from the Dragon Bravo wildfire float through the Grand Canyon. Scott Olson/Getty Images Grand Canyon’s Dragon Bravo
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Soft plastics recycling looks set to return to supermarkets. Cutting back on plastic would be even better
Julia M Cameron/Pexels, CC BY Soft plastics recycling looks set to return to supermarkets. Cutting back on plastic would be
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Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed
Microplastics are a growing concern in marine environments. As they break down, the particles can become microscopic. Oregon State University
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Is TikTok right? Do I need to eat more protein?
mavo/Shutterstock Is TikTok right? Do I need to eat more protein? Published: April 3, 2025 12:16am EDT Nick Fuller, University of
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What is a blood cholesterol ratio? And what should yours be?
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My kids only want to eat processed foods. How can I get them eating a healthier and more varied diet?
skaman306/Getty Images My kids only want to eat processed foods. How can I get them eating a healthier and more
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Should I limit how much fruit my child eats because it contains sugar?
Should I limit how much fruit my child eats because it contains sugar? Published: July 29, 2025 9:49pm EDT Nick Fuller,
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What is creatine? What does the science say about its claims to build muscle and boost brain health?
What is creatine? What does the science say about its claims to build muscle and boost brain health? Published: August 14,
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