A article recently published by San Diego State University (SDSU), argues that cigarette butts should have new disposal requirements and be labeled “hazardous waste” because they are non-biodegradable and filled with residues, tars, and particulate.
SDSU Public Health Professor, Tom Novotny, says cigarette butts are the number one littered substance in the world and that “when they unconsciously throw their butts onto the ground, it’s not just litter, it’s a toxic hazardous waste product.”
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Stop 3 on the ASP world Tour, Teahupoo starts off day one of the Billabong Pro Tahiti by pumping 4-6 ft barrels.
Dean Morrison, bouncing back from last years hip injury, wins the day by racking 9.0 wave and scoring the highest heat of the day (17.0/20).
The event will go till May 20.
John Wilson resigns as Reef President leaving Steve Murray, current President of Vans, to take over as interim.
Steve Murray’s letter to the company:
I am writing to announce that John Wilson, President of Reef has decided to leave the company to pursue other interests. I would like to thank John for his contributions to Reef over the past 10 years, and wish him the very best in his future endeavors. Until a new President is named I will step in as interim President with the senior leadership team reporting to me. Reef has a dedicated and innovative team and I am confident in their collective ability to work together to achieve positive business results.”
