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PERTH, Western Australia, January 8, 2026 (ENS) – A new Curtin University-led study has shed fresh light on the number of households in developing countries that are burning plastic as an everyday ...

This story was produced by Arin Barry and distributed by Next Net. When an outlet starts acting up, it’s giving you clear signs of an electrical issue. If you notice a burning plastic smell, it is not ...

The Los Angeles fires have been devastating, and the health consequences for residents, first responders and those handling the cleanup are not yet fully understood. The smoke may be temporary, but ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A 2-alarm fire with “dramatic smoke conditions” began in piles of rubber and PVC piping at a commercial location in Salem, Fire Chief David Gerboth told KOIN 6 News. The fire ...

For steel-making communities, plastic-burning pollution is headed your way. The Department of Energy has proposed a $182 million taxpayer loan for a company that will build a plastic trash plant in ...

Plastic was, at one point, something of a wonder material. Cheap to manufacture, surprisingly durable, and remarkably versatile, plastics have played an important role in the development of the world ...

There are some smells in your kitchen you probably don't want to ignore. From rancid fridge odors to a smelly kitchen sink, there are a few scents to watch for, as they are likely signs that something ...