Litter bins, manhole covers, copper cables and memorial plaques have been targeted, as well as sculptures.

BBC: The empty plinth and the statue that was stolen

As an extra security measure, litter bins were also removed from the 42-kilometer route.

CNN: SHARE THIS

Makeshift checkpoints sprang up, with litter bins, bricks, gates and uprooted lamp-posts used to block cars.

ECONOMIST: Upheaval in Syria

At a picnic spot north of Hernandez, the litter bins were surrounded by coyote tracks.

ECONOMIST: America��s highways

Signs are also being posted in the area while extra dog mess bins and litter bins are being installed.

BBC: Dog mess

The Old Port and the city centre will be cordoned off, litter bins removed, markets closed, manhole covers welded and sewers searched.

CNN: Genoa braces for G8 summit

Now he's scavenging in litter bins and begging.

BBC: Last Updated: Wednesday, 16 January 2008, 12:19 GMT

He said the best way to keep rats out was to keep litter in bins - not on the street.

BBC: NEWS | UK | Northern Ireland | Residents angry over rat upsurge

Always leave your parking space litter-free when you leave and use the proper recycle bins in the stadium.

FORBES: The Most Fuel-Efficient Tailgating Vehicles

It also suggests better design of public spaces, placing bins and ashtrays more thoughtfully and a national body to co-ordinate anti-litter campaigns and initiatives.

BBC: 'More anti-litter fines' demanded