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Chemists have successfully produced a fully recyclable plastic using whole-cell microalgae as the primary raw material—eliminating the need for fossil-based feedstocks. The research team extracted and polymerized the naturally occurring bio‐oils and carbohydrates inside the algae, creating a renewable monomer that can be repeatedly depolymerized and reformed without losing its mechanical strength. Unlike previous approaches […]

Pakistan has officially launched its first-ever trackless electric tram system in the city of Karachi, marking a major step toward greener urban transportation. The electric tram operates on rubber tires and follows a virtual track guided by sensors, eliminating the need for traditional steel rails. Built with Chinese collaboration, the system is equipped with lithium

Nigerian prosthetics company Immortal Cosmetic Art has developed the Ubokobong Bionic Arm, a high-tech prosthetic designed for Black skin tones that combines realism with full functionality. Controlled by electromyography signals, the arm allows users to move fingers and perform daily tasks with precision. The innovation was inspired by founder John Amanam Sunday’s brother, Ubokobong, who

The world’s shipping industry is entering uncharted waters: for the first time ever, all major commercial vessels will be legally required to achieve net-zero emissions by 2027 under new regulations approved by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Covering ships over 5,000 gross tons—which account for 85% of maritime CO₂ emissions—the rules enforce carbon intensity limits,

El Paso is setting a national precedent with the construction of its Pure Water Center, the United States’ first large-scale facility that will send purified wastewater directly into the drinking water system. Scheduled to begin operations in 2028, the plant will treat 10 million gallons per day—enough to supply nearly one-tenth of the city’s daily

Switzerland has turned its rivers into a model of ecological restoration after years of industrial damage and pollution had threatened water quality. Through strict environmental policies, advanced wastewater treatment, and heavy investments in riverbank rehabilitation, the country has achieved remarkable success. Today, more than 97% of Swiss residents rely on safe, high-quality drinking water sourced

Microsoft has signed a landmark 30-year agreement to acquire 1.5 million tonnes of carbon removal credits from India’s Panna Afforestation Project, representing half of the project’s total carbon output. Spread across 20,000 hectares in Madhya Pradesh, the initiative aims to plant up to 11.6 million native trees on community and farmer-owned lands—an area larger than

Turkey is enduring its most severe drought in over five decades, with the Naip Dam in Tekirdağ province falling to zero capacity in August due to a drastic 95% drop in July rainfall in the Marmara region. This unprecedented dry spell has left many households without water for weeks, compelling authorities to implement emergency measures

Vietnam has initiated the evacuation of more than 586,000 residents across five coastal provinces, including Quang Tri and Quang Nam, in anticipation of Typhoon Kajiki’s landfall. The storm is expected to bring heavy rains and winds up to 180 km/h (112 mph) to central Vietnam by Monday afternoon. Authorities have suspended domestic flights, halted maritime

A Malaysian company, DurianBB, is transforming the world’s most divisive fruit, durian, into a cultural and entertainment phenomenon. In Kuala Lumpur, the company operates DurianBB World, a mini theme park featuring interactive games, durian-based desserts, and daily classes on the fruit’s history and cultivation. Visitors can participate in carnival-style durian games, attend science-themed workshops, and