The Hong Kong government’s new HK$1 levy on all types of plastic bags, an increase from the previous 50 HK cent fee, will help combat plastic waste and encourage consumers to use reusable bags.

Deep Dive delves into hot issues in Hong Kong and mainland China. The articles are easy to read while providing the context to grasp what’s happening. Our questions help you craft informed ...

As 2024 wound down, Milwaukee resident Andy Oren found himself wondering why the Pick ‘n Save on South Whitnall Avenue had no signs reminding shoppers of its pledge to ditch plastic bags by 2025.

Instead of tossing plastic bags in the trash, use them around your home. Learn some of the most useful ways to repurpose plastic grocery bags. Think twice before tossing those plastic bags after ...

Drinking tea from plastic-containing tea bags could expose you to billions of nano- and microplastics with every sip, putting your health at risk. Many tea bags contain small amounts of tiny ...

You might think of tea as a comforting, soothing ritual. But, scientists at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) have made a startling discovery — infusing tea through commercial tea bags might be ...

In an effort to make Maha Kumbh 2025 an eco-friendly event, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has launched the "One Plate, One Bag" initiative. The campaign, inaugurated in Sector 18 on the ...

Welcome to our full guide to the best camera bags! There are loads of different types of bags for different photographers and videographers. From single-camera holsters and slim sling bags to ...

BARCELONA, Spain — In a concerning discovery for tea lovers everywhere, scientists have found that a simple cup of tea might come with an unwanted extra ingredient: billions of microscopic plastic ...

Polymer tea bags release billions of micro and nanoplastic particles during brewing These particles can penetrate human intestinal cells, even reaching the cell nucleus Chronic exposure to such ...

The New York Mets landed the biggest free agent offseason prize in early December when they signed stud outfielder Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract.Things have been eerily quiet in ...