Naman Gupta of Noida, India, started a business making teddy bears stuff with used cigarette butts. He pays ragpickers to collect butts in the street. Then Gupta's employees carefully separate the paper and charred tobacco from the filters, which are thoroughly washed and dried before being used as stuffing.
This factory in India makes teddy bears stuffed with used cigarette butts
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Chopsticks are a massive waste problem. This company recycles them.
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Norway tells military to return their undies and bras after service so new members can enjoy them
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Get these noise-cancelling wireless headphones for under $150
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. True music fans know you need proper headphones to really enjoy your songs. There's just one problem — great headphones can be expensive. However, you can get a quality pair of headphones… READ THE REST
Save notes, subtitles, and drawings from your favorite YouTube tutorials for $29
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These 10-foot charging cables will keep your phone fully powered up
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Finding an outlet nearby to charge your phone, while still being able to access your device is a constant challenge. These 10-Foot Braided Heavy-Duty Lightning Cables Assorted Colors (6-Pack) will allow you to… READ THE REST
