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WHY DO PLASTIC STOOLS HAVE HOLES
Ever wondered why plastic stools have a hole in the centre? Here’s what this small design feature actually does- Since 2016, about 23,000 Plastic Pirates pupils have surveyed German rivers for litter; their data found plastic and cigarette butts among the most common items
- From 2018 to 2022, more than 200,000 Break Free From Plastic volunteers audited waste in 84 countries; 56 companies produced more than half of all branded plastic pollution
- 16-year-old Massachusetts student built a machine that turns 3D-printer waste into reusable material, won $75,000 awardIn Massachusetts, a resourceful student has launched a compact system aimed at addressing the challenges of 3D-printing plastic waste. His ...12 Sep, 2026, 10.45 PM IST
- You don't need big budget to start a terrace garden. Here are 6 low-maintenance vegetable plants to grow at home for under Rs 500Terrace gardening is an inventive solution for anyone wanting to cultivate fresh vegetables on a budget. By repurposing old buckets and con...12 Sep, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
- 6,000 milk bottle road in China: How plastic waste found a strange second life in ShanghaiMore than 6,000 used milk bottles in Shanghai were given an unusual second life when they were processed into recycled plastic and incorpor...12 Sep, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
- Unexplained itching? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 7 silent signs of pancreatic cancer that you should never ignoreNoticing ongoing health changes can point to serious underlying issues that need medical investigation. For instance, developing diabetes a...12 Sep, 2026, 09.11 AM IST
- In 2021, Victoria used 2,100 tons of recycled road base to rebuild the Hume Freeway. 5 years later, its 850-metre stretch had turned waste into a longer-lasting road tooPlastic bags and glass bottles usually end up in the trash. In Australia, some became part of a highway instead. Engineers rebuilt an 850-m...09 Sep, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
- In 2021, Shanghai used 6,000 milk bottles to fight plastic waste; the result became China's 1st plastic road, turning hard-to-recycle bottles into useful paving materialShanghai’s “Milk Bottle Road” demonstrates how difficult-to-recycle plastic can be redirected toward useful infrastructure. Developed throu...08 Sep, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- In 2011, Axion built a 90-foot plastic bridge over Scotland's River Tweed. 1 year later, ASME reported its six sections took just 4 days to assemble on-site in EdinburghEngineers have developed recycled structural composites from materials such as milk jugs and detergent containers. The technology, pioneere...08 Sep, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
- What to do with empty shampoo bottles? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them at home and turn them into useful itemsEmpty shampoo bottles can be transformed into practical household items. By cutting them, you can create innovative phone charging holders....08 Sep, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Stephen Hawking: 'What I have learned from life is to make the most of what you have got.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on resilience, limits, acceptance, complaints, obstacles, strengths and resourcesQuote of the day by Stephen Hawking, “What I have learned from life is to make the most of what you have got,” explains how people can resp...08 Sep, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
- Blanket for ice cover? Scientists wraps Swiss glacier with sheep’s wool to protect it from melting; early tests found it protected the ice about as well as plastic sheetsA Swiss glacier experiment is testing sheep’s wool as a natural alternative to plastic covers used to slow glacier melting. Researchers fou...08 Sep, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
- In 1940, a dog named Robot led four French teenagers into a hidden cave; what they found inside had been sealed away for 17,000 yearsFour teenagers discovered the Lascaux cave in France in September 1940, after their dog, Robot, led them to a hole in the ground. Inside, t...07 Sep, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
- Putting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: 30+ countries use this unusual trick; here’s what it does and how to use it correctlyPutting a plastic bottle filled with water on your roof: The Moser lamp is a simple invention that uses sunlight to brighten dark indoor sp...07 Sep, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- Feeling constipated? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 5 simple drinks that will make you poop naturallyCertain beverages can gently support digestive regularity and ease occasional constipation. Caffeinated drinks like coffee and green tea st...07 Sep, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
- In 2023, Virginia Tech researchers turned plastic bags and food containers into soap-making surfactants; the products could be worth about $3,550 a ton in a lab-scale processScientists at Virginia Tech have pioneered an innovative method to convert plastic waste into valuable soap compounds. By breaking down eve...06 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Does your stomach make noises? Harvard-trained gastroenterologist says it might be a sign of a healthy gutConsistent and easy bowel movements are a clear indication of a well-functioning digestive system, says Harvard-trained gut doctor Saurabh ...05 Sep, 2026, 08.20 AM IST
- How to remove chewing gum from household surfaces: Freeze it first, then lift it with a dull toolGum stuck on walls can be removed using a simple ice cube method. Freezing the gum makes it brittle and easier to scrape off surfaces. This...04 Sep, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Applying glue to bathroom stool feet: How this simple hack can help prevent injuries & what is actually recommendedGlue hacks: For a quick and easy bathroom upgrade, try this hot glue hack to help stabilise your stool on slippery floors. Simply apply sma...02 Sep, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
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