# Plastic Pollution Crisis in Oceans | Newark News

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Podcast: [Newark News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/newark-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573114)
Published: 2026-09-12T23:36:53+00:00
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New research reveals over 150 million metric tons of plastic waste choking our oceans—set to triple by 2050 if nothing changes. Microplastics are infiltrating the food chain, from plankton to seafood, posing serious health and environmental threats. Activists are demanding global action on plastic production and waste systems, while scientists pinpoint major rivers as key pollution sources. This is a stark wake-up call: we must urgently rethink how we use and dispose of plastic to safeguard our oceans and our health. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/89a0c8cc9e7405f0

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