UNWG Charity Awards Ceremony 2024

Vienna, 18 October 2024 – The United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) hosted its annual Charity Awards Ceremony at the United Nations in Vienna, gathering members, donors, and supporters to celebrate the organization’s impactful work in improving the lives of children worldwide. The event, moderated by Ruiqing Zhou, highlighted the UNWG’s ongoing efforts and recognized the generosity of those who contribute to its mission of making the world a better place for children. President Cathy Kiefer and 2nd Vice President Karissa Laughter delivered powerful speeches, both emphasizing the core values of…

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Where do microplastics in our everyday lives come from?

Plastic is made up of plastic particles that are smaller than 5 millimetres. It is produced by decomposing larger plastic objects, such as packaging or textiles, and can be found in the environment and many everyday products. Microplastics come from various sources, including kitchen utensils, clothing, cosmetics, plastic packaging and, above all, single-use plastic. It can also result from the decomposition of plastic products in the environment. How do microplastics get into the human body? Microplastics can enter the body through food, drinking water and the air. Studies show that…

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Myth or truth: Is the bathroom really the wrong place for toilet paper?

There are always concerns about whether storing toilet paper in the bathroom makes hygienic sense. The widespread opinion is that the high humidity in the bathroom, in particular, could damage the paper. But is there really any truth in this assumption? According to Philip Heldt, a paper expert at the NRW consumer advice centre, there is no need to worry if you take a few precautions. The expert emphasizes that toilet paper can be stored in the bathroom as long as it remains protected from moisture. It is particularly important…

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