New catalyst converts common plastic waste into fuels and wax

“a plastic bag and waste plastics could be transformed to valuable chemicals in high yields.”

The researchers of Osaka Universities
say they were able to convert about 92 percent of the waste plastic into useful materials. As much as 77 percent of it became a liquid fuel, while 15 percent yielded wax, which should help make plastic recycling a more viable prospect.
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An Uncommon Cold

In the longer term, virologists cannot predict how SARS-CoV-2 will evolve. It may continue to cause severe illnesses for some years yet, especially among older people. However, it seems likely that one day it will be just another common cold coronavirus. These are hit-and-run viruses. They infect you, make a million virus babies and spread them all out, but our immune system usually kills them off within five days. If the viruses are too deadly, they won't get a chance to spread, so it is in their interests to become more benign. If SARS-CoV-2 persists, which I expect it will, it may get milder over time.
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How to channel boredom

• Boredom serves an important purpose – it signals the need to reclaim authorship over your life.

• Avoid remedy without cure – minimise passive entertainment, which only pacifies discomfort without addressing the root causes of boredom.

• Look for activities that flow from and give expression to your curiosity, creativity and passions.

• To help you get started, reflect on your values and goals in life, and consider changing your perspective – channel your curiosity towards something and, all of a sudden, tiny details can become fascinating.


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Did you hear about the dyslexic devil worshiper?

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