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Mermaid’s tears: How tiny plastic pellets are flooding the environment

Lentil-sized and toxic, industrial plastic pellets known as "nurdles" – or "mermaid's tears" – are the second-largest source of microplastic pollution worldwide, with hundreds of thousands of tonnes ...
Us Weekly

The Weeknd’s ‘Save Your Tears’ Plastic Surgery Look Is Prosthetics: ‘It’s Part of a Character’

All in the name of art! The Weeknd debuted a dramatic new look at the start of 2021, but according to an insider, it’s all part of his performance piece. On Tuesday, January 5, the Weeknd, a.k.a. Abel ...
Newsweek

Nurdles and Mermaid Tears—The Major Source of Plastic Pollution You’ve Never Heard Of

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. "Nurdles" may sound cute but they pose a huge risk to the marine ...
Moviefone

The Mermaids Tears Oceans of Plastic - Where to Watch

Streaming platforms for The Mermaids Tears Oceans of Plastic haven’t been announced yet. Check back soon for updates on where you can watch it online.
The Conversation

The major source of ocean plastic pollution you’ve probably never heard of

“Nurdles” may sound cute but they pose a huge risk to the marine environment. Also known as “mermaid tears”, these small plastic pellets are a feedstock in the plastic industry. Instead of being ...
Ventura County Star

Plastic bag ban pleases some Ventura County shoppers, tears at others

California's plastic bag ban took effect Jan. 1. The ban was signed into law more than a year ago. Paper beats rock. Scissors beats paper. The question shoppers outside a WinCo Foods grocery store in ...