Squiz Kids Plastics battle for World Environment Day, and sloths the size of elephants.
Jun 4, 2025
Dive into a discussion about World Environment Day, focusing on the dual role of plastics in our lives and their impact on the planet. Discover the epic journey of over a million Muslims gathering for the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. Learn about the astonishing size of ancient sloths, once as massive as elephants! Plus, uncover the truth about the recyclability of solar panels after a politician's misleading statement. This lively conversation covers ecology, culture, and the importance of truth in current events!
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Plastic's Environmental Challenge
- Plastic is essential in modern life but harms the environment due to poor breakdown and ocean pollution.
- Only about 9% of the world's plastics are currently recycled, prompting a UN treaty discussion on improved recycling.
The Religious Hajj Pilgrimage
- Over 1.2 million Muslims visit Mecca annually to perform the Hajj, an ancient pilgrimage reenacting a journey by Prophet Muhammad.
- Pilgrims walk about 60 kilometres over five days in this epic religious ceremony in the desert city.
Giant Ancient Sloths Revealed
- Ancient sloths 35 million years ago were as large as elephants with armored skin, unlike today's tree-dwelling sloths.
- Some species even lived in oceans, diving for seagrass, showing diverse adaptations among ancient sloths.