When Did Improper Waste Disposal Become Normal?

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By Victor Jacob

From my primary school days, one lesson was repeated almost every day: discipline went hand in hand with orderliness. It was a value our teachers constantly reminded us of, both inside and outside the classroom.

A Culture of Filth

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If you follow me on Twitter, you will (probably) notice that every week – and sometimes, almost every day – I talk about people who litter the environment with either their urine, feces or other waste products generated from their daily activities. From my tone, you can always tell that I am constantly angry at the unsightly result of our improper waste disposal and management.