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High Plastic Pollution Found in Mediterranean's Deepest Point
A study by the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) found 26,715 pieces of plastic waste per square kilometer in the Calypso Abyss, the deepest point of the Mediterranean Sea, highlighting the severe pollution of this semi-enclosed sea with heavy maritime traffic.
High Plastic Pollution Found in Mediterranean's Deepest Point
A study by the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) found 26,715 pieces of plastic waste per square kilometer in the Calypso Abyss, the deepest point of the Mediterranean Sea, highlighting the severe pollution of this semi-enclosed sea with heavy maritime traffic.
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16% Bias Score
Life Oasis Project Maps Ghost Fishing Nets in the Mediterranean to Protect Sea Turtles
The Life Oasis project, a €5.5 million EU-funded initiative, aims to map ghost fishing nets in the Mediterranean, focusing on Italy, Malta, and the Balearic Islands, to protect marine life, particularly sea turtles, 70% of which are impacted by plastic or nets.
Life Oasis Project Maps Ghost Fishing Nets in the Mediterranean to Protect Sea Turtles
The Life Oasis project, a €5.5 million EU-funded initiative, aims to map ghost fishing nets in the Mediterranean, focusing on Italy, Malta, and the Balearic Islands, to protect marine life, particularly sea turtles, 70% of which are impacted by plastic or nets.
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24% Bias Score
Ocean Plastic Pollution: A Global Crisis Requiring Systemic Change
Daily, millions of tons of plastic waste pollute oceans, harming marine life for centuries; this includes microplastics found in Arctic ice, seafood, and even human blood, with the EU aiming to halve marine plastic pollution by 2030 through legislative changes and promoting individual actions.
Ocean Plastic Pollution: A Global Crisis Requiring Systemic Change
Daily, millions of tons of plastic waste pollute oceans, harming marine life for centuries; this includes microplastics found in Arctic ice, seafood, and even human blood, with the EU aiming to halve marine plastic pollution by 2030 through legislative changes and promoting individual actions.
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40% Bias Score
Viral Video Ignites Global Anti-Plastic Straw Movement
A 2015 viral video of a sea turtle with a plastic straw in its nostril spurred a global movement against single-use plastics, leading to bans in many countries and corporate changes, although critics argue it distracts from larger industrial pollution issues.
Viral Video Ignites Global Anti-Plastic Straw Movement
A 2015 viral video of a sea turtle with a plastic straw in its nostril spurred a global movement against single-use plastics, leading to bans in many countries and corporate changes, although critics argue it distracts from larger industrial pollution issues.
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36% Bias Score
Marine Fungi Show Promise in Consuming Polyurethane Plastic
University of Hawaii researchers discovered a marine fungi species near Oahu that consumes polyurethane plastic; initial research shows it could offer a new bioremediation method for plastic waste, though experts stress that reducing plastic production is equally critical.
Marine Fungi Show Promise in Consuming Polyurethane Plastic
University of Hawaii researchers discovered a marine fungi species near Oahu that consumes polyurethane plastic; initial research shows it could offer a new bioremediation method for plastic waste, though experts stress that reducing plastic production is equally critical.
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48% Bias Score
Trump's Pro-Straw Executive Order Contradicts Overwhelming Public Support for Plastic Reduction
President Trump issued an executive order on Monday reversing the Biden administration's plan to phase out government purchases of plastic straws, cutlery, and packaging, despite an Oceana poll showing 81% of U.S. voters support reducing plastic production and single-use plastics.
Trump's Pro-Straw Executive Order Contradicts Overwhelming Public Support for Plastic Reduction
President Trump issued an executive order on Monday reversing the Biden administration's plan to phase out government purchases of plastic straws, cutlery, and packaging, despite an Oceana poll showing 81% of U.S. voters support reducing plastic production and single-use plastics.
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60% Bias Score
Switching to Tap Water Could Reduce Microplastic Intake by 90%
Canadian research indicates that switching to filtered tap water can reduce annual microplastic intake by 90%, from approximately 90,000 to 4,000 particles, based on a study finding up to 7 grams of plastic in some human brains, with higher levels in those with dementia.
Switching to Tap Water Could Reduce Microplastic Intake by 90%
Canadian research indicates that switching to filtered tap water can reduce annual microplastic intake by 90%, from approximately 90,000 to 4,000 particles, based on a study finding up to 7 grams of plastic in some human brains, with higher levels in those with dementia.
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52% Bias Score
Reducing Microplastic Exposure: Practical Strategies and Systemic Concerns
This article discusses the pervasive presence of microplastics in food, highlighting the example of king cake babies and offering practical strategies to reduce exposure, such as replacing plastic kitchenware and avoiding heating plastics, while acknowledging that complete avoidance is unrealistic.
Reducing Microplastic Exposure: Practical Strategies and Systemic Concerns
This article discusses the pervasive presence of microplastics in food, highlighting the example of king cake babies and offering practical strategies to reduce exposure, such as replacing plastic kitchenware and avoiding heating plastics, while acknowledging that complete avoidance is unrealistic.
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36% Bias Score
Maelstrom Project Tackles Ocean Plastic Pollution with Innovative Technologies
A garbage truck of plastic enters our oceans every minute; a European project, Maelstrom, uses robots and bubble barriers to remove underwater and river plastic waste in Venice and Vila do Conde, highlighting the need for technological solutions and preventative measures to combat marine plastic pol...
Maelstrom Project Tackles Ocean Plastic Pollution with Innovative Technologies
A garbage truck of plastic enters our oceans every minute; a European project, Maelstrom, uses robots and bubble barriers to remove underwater and river plastic waste in Venice and Vila do Conde, highlighting the need for technological solutions and preventative measures to combat marine plastic pol...
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36% Bias Score
California Considers Ban on Disposable Vapes to Curb Pollution
California lawmakers proposed a bill to ban the sale of disposable vapes by January 1, 2026, aiming to reduce plastic pollution and address concerns about battery acid leaching; violators face fines up to $2,000, while opponents cite potential economic consequences and increased tobacco smuggling.
California Considers Ban on Disposable Vapes to Curb Pollution
California lawmakers proposed a bill to ban the sale of disposable vapes by January 1, 2026, aiming to reduce plastic pollution and address concerns about battery acid leaching; violators face fines up to $2,000, while opponents cite potential economic consequences and increased tobacco smuggling.
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36% Bias Score
Microplastics Found in Human Brains: A Wake-Up Call Amidst Political Straw Wars
A recent study found microplastics in 0.5% of human brain gray matter, highlighting the serious health consequences of plastic pollution; this contrasts with political narratives simplifying the issue, such as Trump's ban on paper straws, underscoring the need for comprehensive solutions.
Microplastics Found in Human Brains: A Wake-Up Call Amidst Political Straw Wars
A recent study found microplastics in 0.5% of human brain gray matter, highlighting the serious health consequences of plastic pollution; this contrasts with political narratives simplifying the issue, such as Trump's ban on paper straws, underscoring the need for comprehensive solutions.
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60% Bias Score
Trump Reverses Federal Push to Reduce Plastic Straws
President Trump signed an executive order on Monday reversing a federal push to reduce plastic straw usage, citing paper straw inefficiencies and higher costs, despite the significant contribution of plastic straws to pollution and harm to marine life, contradicting global efforts and the Biden admi...
Trump Reverses Federal Push to Reduce Plastic Straws
President Trump signed an executive order on Monday reversing a federal push to reduce plastic straw usage, citing paper straw inefficiencies and higher costs, despite the significant contribution of plastic straws to pollution and harm to marine life, contradicting global efforts and the Biden admi...
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48% Bias Score
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