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Scientists from Stockholm University came up with an analogue of plastic from wood waste Researchers from Stockholm University have developed a natural analogue of plastic based on organic matter scientific journal New Atlas. This material is thermosetting, that is, it changes shape when heated, and can also be reused many times. Lignin is an organic polymer that forms the cell walls of plants, including trees. It is obtained from wood waste produced by the pulp and paper industry, and is currently used in the manufacture of innovative batteries, carbon fiber reinforced plastic and concrete. According to Swedish scientists, lignin can also be combined with non-toxic chemicals derived from ethylene glycol without pretreatment. The result is a durable and reusable plastic replacement with similar characteristics. For example, when heated, such a material can be given any shape. Depending on the proportion of added lignin, the material can change its characteristics. It

ANEX Tour: Russians have the opportunity to relax in the Dominican Republic with a 45% discount a way to have a cheap vacation in the Dominican Republic. He spoke about this in an interview with the Hotline Travel portal. So, he advised tourists with a limited budget to pay attention to the hotels of the AMResort chain, which offer accommodation with discounts of up to 45 percent. To take advantage of the offer, you must book a ticket before December 14, and go to the resort no later than April 30, 2022. In addition, the representative of ANEX Tour named several proven hotels in the republic, which have already proven themselves well among travelers. The list includes Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort, Occidental Punta Cana By Barcelo and Vista Sol Punta Cana Beach Resort. Bunyadov also added that now the Dominican Republic resorts are the second most popular

WHO: experts investigate new coronavirus strain found in South Africa .1.1.529, recently discovered in Botswana, South Africa and Hong Kong. A representative of the organization told Lenta.ru about this. The WHO noted that at the moment scientists have managed to collect about 100 genetic sequences of the virus of this strain. Preliminary analysis revealed a large number of mutations to be studied. Scientists from South Africa and experts from the WHO Working Group on the Evolution of Viruses (TAG-VE) are currently investigating this type of virus. The organization will hold a meeting to agree on a schedule of upcoming studies and decide whether the new strain will be recognized as a virus of concern. On November 24, it became known that ten people had been infected with B.1.1.529 in South Africa, Botswana and Hong Kong. British scientists have suggested that the new strain will be better at evading antibodies than

Mishustin: Western partners are expanding protectionist measures Russia Mikhail Mishustin, RIA Novosti reports. “Western partners are expanding protectionist measures, illegal unilateral sanctions,” he said. Mishustin also added that the coronavirus pandemic has led to a recession in key sectors of the global economy and an increase in unemployment. International value chains have been disrupted, the volume of trade and investment has decreased, he added. The Prime Minister also stressed that some states are trying to misuse green economic trends as a way of pressure to gain competitive advantages. in emerging markets. He explained that we are talking about additional taxes and administrative barriers in international trade. Earlier, the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RUIE), Gazprom Neft, NLMK and UC Rusal sent comments to the European Commission on the carbon tax on imported in the EU goods. Russian business pointed out a number of problems of the proposed regulation: potential

The head of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation Zyuganov was outraged by the deprivation of immunity of State Duma deputy Rashkin The chairman of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Gennady Zyuganov, announced the hunt for the party. So he commented on the deprivation of parliamentary immunity to Valery Rashkin, writes Znak.com in Telegram. “I have not seen such filth for a long time! [State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav] Volodin cannot forgive Rashkin for his victory in court. (…) They are hunting for the Communist Party, for stability in the country, ”Zyuganov said. According to him, half of the deputies present at the meeting went hunting without permission. Rashkin’s act attracts a fine, added the leader of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation. At the same time, he addressed the presidential administration with the words “a complete disgrace is happening”. Zyuganov also spoke again about the elections