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Plastic rubbish is killing hundreds of turtles every year

The rise in plastic refuse in the ocean and on beaches is killing turtles of all species.

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Dec 30th 2017, 9:15 AM

Man robs shop while wearing a plastic bag on his head

Rubberbandits tribute act?

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May 15th 2014, 3:06 PM

Here's why Twitter went crazy for the Living Dolls documentary

We’re guessing this ain’t the kind of doll Cliff Richard was singing about.

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Jan 7th 2014, 12:42 PM

6 things you didn't know you didn't know about Barbie

From her middle name to her birthplace.

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Nov 25th 2013, 7:30 PM