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A Global Plastics Treaty: A Promising Step Towards Tackling Plastic Pollution Crisis

Global Plastics Treaty: A United Effort to Combat Plastic Pollution – Explore how the international community is rallying together to tackle the plastic crisis and protect human rights with a comprehensive global plastics treaty.

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Unprecedented Increase in Ocean Plastic Pollution Observed Since 2005

A recent study has highlighted an alarming escalation in oceanic plastic pollution since 2005, suggesting that the severity of this environmental crisis is greater than previously estimated.

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Safeguarding Earth's Orbit: Researchers Advocate for International Measures to Address Dangerous Space Debris

In recent years, the increasing number of space missions and satellite launches has resulted in a significant accumulation of space debris, posing a threat to future space endeavors (Kessler, 2021). In response, a team of international researchers is calling for global action to address this growing hazard.

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