Paul De Divitiis

Its the best, when the ordinary is extraordinary ......

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Three 16-year-old Indian students turned a simple observation into a groundbreaking environmental innovation.

While visiting a rural village, Avyana Mehta, Ariana Agarwal, and Vivaan Chhawchharia noticed a young child drinking water from a communal plastic container. That moment sparked their concern about invisible microplastics contaminating drinking water.

Motivated to find a solution, the trio developed Plas Stick, a biodegradable powder made from waste tamarind seeds. When added to water, the powder causes microplastic particles to clump together, making them easier to filter out. The invention requires no electricity, no expensive equipment, and is designed to be affordable and practical for communities lacking advanced water treatment systems.

Their innovation earned them a historic achievement in 2026: they became the first Indian team to win The Earth Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious environmental awards for teenagers.

Beyond the award, the students have conducted workshops reaching over 8,000 people across India, raising awareness about microplastic pollution and sustainability.

Their story proves that meaningful change can start with curiosity, compassion, and the courage of young minds determined to solve real-world problems.

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@morning_skate He got hit and thrown so hard his pants were falling off!!!!!!!! Hahahahaha

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

Trump threatens Ontario 'will pay a financial price' for levy on U.S.-bound electricity https://t.co/wz4jct7Z0S

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

What is going on with gas again this is nuts. Enbridge, Hydro One your blatant rip off delivery charges & BS charges are pushing people over the edge.

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@EdmontonOilers Lets get an A List goalie

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@Nickelback got some new fans @SFDarienLake

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@GottliebShow What a joke in the NHL playoffs TML player got 75 stiches and didn't roll around like this.

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@JKTilen @casmar27 What a tool

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@sammyhagar I am hoping to get a pair of tickets! Looking forward to celebrating my 50th back in Cabo with your 75th. VH4L

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@joer__ @mPinoe @TheRock @XFL2023 @togethxr Carbon copy, please that is a bit much, boys sexist enough to think women's logo just doesn't count, again people please

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@EdmontonOilers What is happening, make a trade already, get a goalie and now a new coach. Do we have to wait till all hope is gone

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@EdmontonOilers Can we get a Goalie yet

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@bornpatriot4 @thevinceneil Ahhh he isn't 20 anymore

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@BizNasty2point0 Goalie anyone, why has this not happened yet

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@Diver_Doc @NaheedD @djillk1 Yup look how many decisions Pfizer's made based on money, take your pills

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@NaheedD Oh please enough already, send them back with some NyQuil and a box of tissues. This is getting crazy,

[Dean Blundell🇨🇦 @ItsDeanBlundell]

It took Family Guy 2 minutes to explain something Canada hasn’t been able to explain for 2 years.

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@WolfVanHalen how's Alex doing, hope he is well. One of the BEST thxs for it all.

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

@thegoodgodabove The internet

[Paul De Divitiis @pauld72]

So capacity limits are removed ........ except for where dancing is permitted ...... Save us @kevinbacon @footloose https://t.co/CpXRRWaOOR