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Scented cleaners create nanoparticles that penetrate the lungs – study
8th of September 2026
Particles from scented cleaning products can be inhaled deep into the lungs, according to scientists.
And they can contribute to respiratory system issues or even enter the bloodstream.
Researchers at Purdue University in Indiana began studying the impact of cleaning products and chemical disinfectants on indoor environments during the Covid-19
Woman sues Vienna over ‘discriminatory’ toilet fees
4th of September 2026
A woman is suing Vienna City Council for gender discrimination over access to public toilets.
Melanie Gradik, 27, has filed a legal complaint against the municipality because women are expected to pay to use the toilet cubicles whereas men can use the urinals for free. She claims this gender imbalance contravenes the city's anti-discrimination
Just over one month to go to the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards!
2nd of September 2026
On Thursday October 8, the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards - founded and organised by European Cleaning Journal - will bring together cleaning and hygiene professionals from across Europe at Pueblo Español, Palma de Mallorca, for a night of celebration, connection and recognition.
The 2026 winners will be revealed across 11
Window cleaner steps in to help tackle roadside blaze
1st of September 2026
A roadside blaze could have turned into a wildfire without the help of a passing window cleaner who stepped in to help tackle it.
Andy Bragg, 64, was driving home from work in Somerset, UK with a colleague when he saw smoke and flames beside a country road.
"We decided to stop and use what water we had to help douse it down," he said "We were
Samsic Facility adds three new businesses to group
27th of August 2026
International facilities management services provider Samsic Facility has added three new companies to the group - EasyFresh of Portugal and Edilservice64 and APE Service in Italy.
These latest acquisitons are in line with the group's European growth strategy. In Portugal, it says, EasyFresh enhances its proximity and cleaning services
ISSA Show Asia to take place in South Korea
25th of August 2026
ISSA Show Asia, a new exhibition for the professional cleaning sector, will take place for the first time in Seoul, South Korea from September 16-18.
The inaugural event will be held at COEX Magok and is being organised in partnership with Korean exhibition organiser Messe Esang.
Alongside the exhibition there will be an education
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