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‘Ebullient leadership’ can lift your workers out of the doldrums and increase productivity

Social lunches, office trivia, even the odd dress-up day might sound like time-wasting at work. But our research, suggests promoting relaxed interactions in the office can make employees more committed and productive.

The Conversation

Anna Lo obituary

Northern Ireland’s first minority ethnic elected representative who helped create a new anti-racial discrimation law

The Guardian - UK

Global plastic pollution talks have stalled – but a treaty is possible if countries can agree on these three things

United Nations-backed talks for a global treaty to end plastic pollution wrapped up without an agreement in the early hours of Sunday, December 1. A new round of talks is expected in mid-2025.

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‘Forever chemicals’ are polluting African waters: Lake Victoria, South Africa’s Vaal and Kenya’s Nairobi rivers are hotspots

Every week seems to bring a new report about where “forever chemicals” have been found: in soil, drinking water, our bodies and marine animals. Their proper scientific name is perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But they’re more commonly called “forever chemicals” because, once they’re in an environment, they almost never…

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‘The smell hurts’: why has the supreme court washed its hands of Argentina’s ‘rotten river’?

Campaigners fear ruling on the toxic Matanza-Riachuelo basin will worsen the region’s many health crises and sends a message ‘environmental damage is not a priority’

The Guardian - UK

Trump allies begin attack on EPA and rules protecting US drinking water

With about to grab reins of US, Republicans are starting an assault on the Environmental Protection Agency

The Guardian - US

Watchdog: Defra may have failed to comply with law over bee-killing pesticide

The Office for Environment Protection is investigating the Government over emergency authorisation of the neonicotinoid thiamethoxam.

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Texas farmers say sewage-based fertilizer tainted with “forever chemicals” poisoned their land and killed their livestock

The fertilizer was promoted as an environmental win-win for years. An untold number of farmers and ranchers across Texas have spread it on their land.

The Texas Tribune

Fossil fascism used to demonize migrants

Ecofascists have a long history of supporting the environment when it empowers racist policy

Salon

Saudi Arabia hosts Cop16 to combat desertification crisis

Saudi Arabia is hosting the United Nations Cop16 conference on desertification this week, with the world's top oil exporter positioning itself as an environmental defender despite criticism of its role at previous climate talks.

Radio France Internationale

UN Chief Defends Plastic Pollution Talks After Collapse

The UN environment chief insisted Monday that talks on a landmark plastic pollution treaty were not a failure, saying important progress was made despite negotiations collapsing without agreement.

International Business Times

Environment 'unfinished business' for PM as polls near

The government is facing opposing calls to introduce and scrap environmental protection laws after a bid to pass it in parliament was abandoned last minute.

AAP

Norway Suspends Deep-sea Mining Projects: govt Allies

Norway has suspended plans to start giving licences for deep-sea mining next year that had faced opposition from environment groups and international institutions, a party allied with the centre-left government said on Sunday.

International Business Times

A $13 billion, 30-year flop: landmark study reveals stark failure to halt Murray-Darling River decline

Some A$13 billion in taxpayer dollars and 30 years of policy reform have failed to arrest the devastating decline in the health of Australia’s most important river system, the Murray-Darling Basin, new research shows.

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Indigenous Groups Call For Health Protections In Plastic Deal

For Caleb Justin Smith-White, negotiations in South Korea on a landmark global deal to curb plastic pollution are about more than the environment.

The Guardian - AU

Cruise ships urged to ‘clean up their act’ amid concerns toxic effluent being dumped on Great Barrier Reef

Environmentalists say marine park waste regulations need updating to limit grey water and exhaust chemicals as passenger cruise numbers rise

USA Today Sports Media Group

Ethical Gambling: Promoting Responsible Behaviors in Online Casinos

In the vibrant and ever-evolving world of online casinos, the thrill of the game often takes centre stage. However, behind the flashing lights and enticing jackpots lies a crucial aspect that ensures the longevity and trustworthiness of the ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Cardinals OL coach talks Seattle performance, bouncing back, preparing for Vikings

Our weekly Q&A with one of the Cardinals assistant coaches. This week it was OL Coach Klayton Adams.

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Study links higher PFAS levels to ‘superfund’ sites and limited fresh-food access

Findings highlight how built environment in low-income neighborhoods presents multiple PFAS exposure routes

Al Jazeera

Amazon faces Indian court scrutiny for labour conditions at warehouse

Workers detail stories of an unsafe work environment and unreasonable targets at a major warehouse.

Homes & Gardens

Floral foam alternatives – 12 natural, eco-friendly and reusable options for your flower arrangements, including one you can grab straight from the kitchen pantry

Switch out floral foam for any one of these environmentally-friendly options and the planet will thank you

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“He loved the relaxed environment - and he certainly loved the view. I know he’s relieved he can get back to enjoying one of his favourite places”: A portion of Lemmy’s ashes to return to his favourite London club

They’ll be on display at Stringfellows from December 18

The Conversation

A rising tide of e-waste, made worse by AI, threatens our health, the environment and the economy

Our growing reliance on technology at home and in the workplace has raised the profile of e-waste. This consists of discarded electrical devices including laptops, smartphones, televisions, computer servers, washing machines, medical equipment, games consoles and much more.

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Amazon Workers In India Demand Better Wages And Conditions

Amazon employees in India protest for better wages and conditions, part of a global movement demanding fair pay and improved working environments.

The Guardian - AU

‘Pushing isn’t always pretty’: Adam Bandt on why the Greens blocked Labor’s agenda until last sitting day of the year

But Bandt would not be pressed on Anthony Albanese’s decision to cancel a environment deal the Greens and David Pocock struck with Tanya Plibersek

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