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Kashmiri woman leads the way in overturning patriarchy in India
R.S. PORA, India – Smelling the toxic smoke of burning gunpowder and staring helplessly at fields covered in smoke and ash has always been traumatic. Running to shelters, abandoning homes, belongings and livestock every time Indian and Pakistani forces open…
A Glimpse of the 5th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference 2024 at UP Diliman
SDG #4; SDG #17 1/2-First Part of this Series Quezon City, Philippines Notable academics and researchers converged at the University Hotel of the University of the Philippines (UP), Diliman campus for the 5th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference 2024 (IMRC) and…
EcoWaste Coalition Finds Online Shopping Sites Rife with FDA-Warned Insecticide Sprays
6 July 2024, Quezon City. On the eve of the 7.7 online shopping sales, the toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition alerted consumers against the purchase and use of unregistered insecticide sprays, which may contain hazardous ingredients that can endanger public…
Toxic Watchdog Group Finds Brain-damaging Lead in Kiddie Backpacks
BAN Toxics, a toxic and waste watchdog organization, sounded the alarm after discovering the presence of brain-damaging lead in some kiddie backpacks. Costing only P150 each, these colorful bags are sold in bargain stores and by sidewalk vendors in Divisoria,…
No Reprieve from the Assam flood Situation, over 24 Lakh is Affected
Guwahati: The flood situation in Assam remains grim as incessant rainfall continues, affecting over 2.4 million population in 30 districts. The second wave of flood in Assam inundated over 2200 villages, following which thousands of families took shelter in 700…
How can Spain and Bangladesh Improve their Comprehensive Ties through PM Hasina’s Upcoming Madrid Visit?
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is expected to make an important official visit to Spain on July 21–22, which might strengthen current partnerships and determine the direction of future comprehensive Dhaka–Madrid relations. Given the strong and long-standing bilateral ties between Bangladesh…
EcoWaste Coalition Applauds FDA’s Health Warnings vs. 7 Unauthorized Cosmetics
Watchdog Group Thanks FDA for Acting on its Reports, Urges Consumers to Heed FDA’s Safety Advice 4 July 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition applauded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for taking action to protect the…
A Beacon of Service: BCU’s VPAA Dr. Elma D. Donaal Recognized by the Baguio City Government for her Outstanding Service SDG#11; SDG#17
by Genevieve Balance Kupang Baguio City, July 1, 2024. The Baguio Central University community beams with pride as Dr. Elma D. Donaal, our esteemed Vice President for Academic Affairs, receives recognition for her outstanding service to the Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO).…
BAN Toxics Urges Public to Opt for Plastic-Free Reusable Bags
In celebration of International Plastic Bag Free Day, environmental NGO BAN Toxics calls on the public to minimize the use of so-called reusable eco-bags made from plastic materials such as polypropylene, polyester, and nylon. The group also emphasizes the need…
EcoWaste Coalition Seeks Stricter Rules to Prevent Lead Paint Imports
Laboratory Tests Confirm Toxic Lead in 15 Imported Paints Sold in the Local Market 2 July 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition today released a list of 15 more imported paint products containing lead above the maximum…
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