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Promising paper and bamboo straws as eco-friendly alternatives face scrutiny as Belgian research reveals toxic PFAS contamination.

Paper and bamboo straw contain toxic chemicals: study

The emergence of paper and bamboo straws as eco-friendly alternatives faces scrutiny as Belgian research reveals toxic PFAS contamination.

In the quest for eco-conscious alternatives to plastic straws, paper and bamboo straws emerged as promising solutions. However, recent research conducted by Belgian scientists challenges the notion that these "green" straws are as environmentally friendly as touted. The study, published in the journal Food Additives &amp; Contaminants, reveals that these supposedly sustainable utensils are tainted with toxic substances, potentially rendering them worse for the environment than their plastic counterparts.
&nbsp;These alternatives have gained traction worldwide, with countries like Belgium and the UK even adopting them as replacements for plastic straws. However, the presence of poly- and perfluoroalkyl-based substances (PFAS), often referred to as "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment, shatters the eco-friendly image of these straws.
Dr. Thimo Groffen, an environmental scientist from the University of Antwerp and lead author of the study, explains, "Straws made from plant-based materials, such as paper and bamboo, are often advertised as being more sustainable and eco-friendly than those made from plastic. However, the presence of PFAS in these straws means that's not necessarily true."
The study found that paper straws contained the highest levels of PFAS, with a staggering 90% of them containing these harmful chemicals. They were followed by bamboo straws, with 80% of them harbouring PFAS. Even plastic straws contained 75% of PFAS, while glass and steel straws showed much lower levels. The most predominant PFAS was identified as perfluorooctanoic acid, a substance globally banned since 2020 but still present in products through residual use in some regions.
Furthermore, the study exposes a disheartening reality: some "100% recyclable" straws are not truly recyclable. The inclusion of PFAS compounds complicates their recycling process and raises questions about the overall sustainability of such alternatives.
Also watch: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/mcdonald-s-paper-straws-cannot-be-recycled-company-reveals-1565072316028">McDonald's paper straws cannot be recycled, company reveals&nbsp;</a>

Indian origin candidate out of London mayor race over past comment

An Indian-origin entrepreneur-activist was on Monday dropped as a prospective London mayoral candidate to contest against Sadiq Khan next year after her past anti-semitic comments came to light

An Indian-origin entrepreneur-activist was on Monday dropped as a prospective London mayoral candidate to contest against Sadiq Khan next year after her past anti-semitic comments came to light. Geeta Sidhu Robb, the founder of organic food and juice products firm Nosh Detox, had been shortlisted as the Liberal Democrat candidate to take on Labour&rsquo;s Khan. She was, however, suspended from the party after a 1997 General Election footage revealed her making anti-Jewish remarks. Contesting against Labour MP Jack Straw in 1997, Geeta Sidhu was filmed saying: "Don't vote for a Jew, Jack Straw is a Jew". She has now apologised for her comments.

London, PTI: An Indian-origin entrepreneur-activist was on Monday dropped as a prospective London mayoral candidate to contest against Sadiq Khan next year after her past anti-semitic comments came to light.
Geeta Sidhu Robb, the founder of organic food and juice products firm Nosh Detox, had been shortlisted as the Liberal Democrat candidate to take on Labour&rsquo;s Khan but was instead suspended from the party after a 1997 General Election footage revealed her making anti-Jewish remarks.
&ldquo;I apologise profusely for my actions in the 1997 General Election campaign. My behaviour caused offence and hurt and I am deeply sorry,&rdquo; said Sidhu Robb.
&ldquo;There is no room for any form of racism or antisemitism in society and as such I very much regret my conduct at that time. It is in no way an excuse, but the context was that I was on the receiving end of a consistent racist campaign and, wrongly, retaliated as I did,&rdquo; she said.
As a Conservative Party General Election candidate in Blackburn 23 years ago when she was contesting against incumbent Labour MP Jack Straw, Sidhu Robb was filmed saying: &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t vote for a Jew, Jack Straw is a Jew.&rdquo; The London-based health food promoter, who came second behind Straw in that election, said she was &ldquo;deeply ashamed&rdquo; of the language she had used, which she is seen admitting in the footage was done in anger.
&ldquo;As shown in the footage, I instantly regretted my appalling behaviour, which I continue to do. And I am actively reaching out to the Jewish community to listen and learn,&rdquo; she said.
&ldquo;Two wrongs never make a right. I made a mistake and I take responsibility for my abhorrent actions 23 years ago, they were never repeated. I urge you to judge me on who I am today, a campaigner committed to eradicating inequality and discrimination in all its forms,&rdquo; she added, in a lengthy Twitter statement.
The London mayoral election was due to be held in May this year but has been postponed to May 2021 due to the coronavirus lockdown disruption.

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