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Marine Biologist Finds 60 Piggy Banks on Texas BeachesNew York Post
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Marine Biologist Finds 60 Piggy Banks on Texas Beaches

A marine biologist collected more than 60 plastic piggy banks that washed ashore on South Texas beaches this year. The items appear to have originated from South American or Caribbean countries, and their source remains unknown.

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Hawaii Researchers Test Conversion of Abandoned Fishing Nets and Plastic Waste into Road SurfacingSubstrate placeholder — needs review
world51 days ago

Hawaii Researchers Test Conversion of Abandoned Fishing Nets and Plastic Waste into Road Surfacing

Researchers in Hawaii are conducting tests to determine if abandoned fishing nets and household plastic waste can be processed into materials for road surfacing. The initiative addresses challenges from marine debris and limited landfill capacity in the state. This effort is part…

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