Walking around Owens at a peak lunch hour, Arr pointed out dozens of patrons dining in but eating out of the Styrofoam containers. The conveyor belt for trash and dishes was littered with white boxes, ...

In the heart of Vietnam, where ancient traditions intertwine with modern aspirations, a curious symbol has emerged as a stark representation of the country’s deep-rooted corruption: the Styrofoam box.

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Earlier this week, TODAY reader Chua Chye Wah called for greater efforts to discourage the use of styrofoam boxes used for takeaways in Singapore. Most readers agreed with the call, with many ...