In a breakthrough, scientists have used laser flashes to make tiny diamonds out of plastic bottles and even suggested that it could be raining diamonds on planets throughout the universe.

Scientists use laser flashes to make tiny diamonds out of plastic bottles

Recycled plastic bottles have been found to be passing more harmful chemicals into contents than the newly manufactured ones, as per researchers. Over 150 chemicals were found to be passed into drinks from plastic bottles. Around 18 were at levels exceeding regulations.

Why are recycled plastic bottles harmful?

Recycled plastic bottles pass more harmful chemicals into contents than newly manufactured ones, warned researchers. Over 150 chemicals were found to be passed into drinks from plastic bottles by researchers at Brunel University, London.

Recycled plastic bottles pass more harmful chemicals into contents than new ones, warn researchers

Dozens of people clutching bags full of plastic bottles and disposable cups queue at a busy bus terminal in the Indonesian city of Surabaya where passengers can swap trash for travel tickets.

Trash for tickets on Indonesia's 'Plastic bus'

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