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Where We Are Headed
1+ hour, 58+ min ago (381+ words) The level of misinformation in social media is so prevalent that it's a wonder anybody believes climate change is a real threat to human existence. More to the point, who really wants to believe that anyway? Human extinction, on some…...
EcoWaste Coalition Urges Pakistan to Stop Production and Trade of Mercury-Added Whitening Creams
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (310+ words) Group urges the Government of Pakistan to crack down harder on violators of the global ban on the manufacture, import, and export of mercury-added cosmetics Toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition calls for a ban on these mercury-tainted skin-lightening products ahead…...
Circular Economy Gains Momentum in Bangladesh Amid Environmental Pressures
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (76+ words) Take-Make-Waste" no more; the new mantra is Take-Remake-Restore" by Zahida Parvez Chhanda (Dhaka Bureau) Under the pressure of rapid urbanization, burgeoning waste, and climate vulnerability, Bangladesh is seeking alternative paths for sustainable growth. According to policymakers and environmental analysts, the…...
Contaminated Water – Causing Deaths: Whose Failure?
1+ week, 58+ min ago (483+ words) In December 2025, Madhya Pradesh's Indore witnessed a major water contamination crisis, which reportedly led to the death of 20 people and caused hundreds of people to fall ill. According to the media reports, the contamination in the city occurred due to a…...
Rene Pineda, Staunch Environmental Advocate, Completed His Journey at 69
1+ week, 1+ day ago (228+ words) 20 February 2026, Quezon City." Renato "Rene" D. Pineda, Jr., a fearless environmental warrior, passed away on February 16, 2026." He would have turned 70 on August 13. Pineda is revered for his companionship, leadership, and commitment to Mother Earth and the Filipino people." He is particularly…...
EcoWaste Coalition Sounds the Alarm against a Moisturizing Cream Banned in the UK for Posing a “Serious Chemical Risk”
1+ week, 4+ day ago (480+ words) 18 February 2026, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition urged users of a Pakistan-made moisturizing facial cream to halt further use following the product's withdrawal from the UK market as it poses "a serious chemical risk." "To avoid adverse effects…...
Portuguese Community in Brussels Holds Protest Demanding Climate Accountability
1+ week, 4+ day ago (173+ words) The demonstration also included the presentation of a manifesto calling for concrete and binding measures to address the climate emergency, protect vulnerable populations, and strengthen resilience at both local and European levels, with the full text available in English below:…...
EcoWaste Coalition to Luck Seekers: Be Cautious of Toxic Lucky Charms
2+ week, 22+ hour ago (507+ words) 15 February 2026, Quezon City." As many citizens go to Binondo, Manila, and other Chinatowns across the country to buy tikoy (glutinous rice cake) and other Chinese New Year favorites, the EcoWaste Coalition reminded consumers to watch out for lucky charm bracelets…...
Love Should Not Be Toxic: Watch Out for Lead-Tainted Valentine’s Day Gift Items
2+ week, 4+ day ago (464+ words) Giving gifts on Valentine's Day is a heartfelt way to show affection, but be mindful'some gift items may contain toxic chemicals, turning romance into a health risk. Toxics watchdog BAN Toxics issued a public warning about certain Valentine's Day gift…...
Countries Adopt New Chair of Plastics Treaty Negotiations
3+ week, 1+ day ago (377+ words) Geneva, Switzerland" Member States convened in Geneva, Switzerland, on the 7th of February for INC-5.3 to elect a new Chair of the plastics treaty negotiations. Today, they formally elected Julio Cordano, diplomat and Director of Environment, Climate Change, and Oceans at…...