New study shows toxic microplastic deposition in all major human organs
‘It is concerning that these non-biodegradable materials that are present everywhere can enter and accumulate in human tissues’ A new study has revealed that microscopic bits of plastic can be absorbed and deposited in human tissue. Previous studies have already shown that these particles can be ingested by humans and animals through eating or drinking, …
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Injured Simon Cowell ditches vegan diet to binge on turkey cottage pie in hospital
Simon Cowell reported seeing drastic improvements to his memory, energy levels and sleep patterns when on a plant-based diet regime. According to reports, Simon Cowell has reportedly ditched his plant-based diet. The 60-year-old music mogul is currently in hospital nursing a broken back following a ‘freak accident’ whilst riding an electric bike. Last week, surgeons …
North Koreans ordered to sacrifice pet dogs to resolve national food shortages
Pets have been forcefully confiscated so that they can be killed for food. In July, Dictator Kim Jong-un ordered dog owners to surrender their pets for the meat industry as the country struggles with acute food shortages. The trend of owning pets in North Korea has been a bone of contention since ordinary people have …
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Lauren Conrad just launched eco-friendly vegan make up brand
‘Lauren Conrad Beauty is dedicated to creating an eco-friendly experience you can feel good about, start to finish’ Former MTV reality star-turned-businesswoman Lauren Conrad launched a range of vegan eco-friendly makeup last week. The line called Lauren Conrad Beauty features five products in unique, sustainable and recyclable packaging. Each item is not only cruelty-free, vegan, …
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Ben & Jerry’s launches ‘Unfudge Our Future’ vegan ice cream as part of climate crisis campaign
The new ice cream flavour created with PM Scott Morrison, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and Energy Minister Angus Taylor is part of a campaign that calls for a fossil fuel ban for a more sustainable future in Australia. Ice cream company Ben & Jerry’s has launched a new limited-edition ‘Un-fudge Our Future’ vegan flavor in Australia …
Ariana Grande: ‘Eating a full plant-based, whole-food diet makes you an all-round happier person’
‘I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole food diet to expand your life length and make you an all-round happier person’ US sensation Ariana Grande says eating vegan has had a noticeable impact on her long-time health issues and has made her an ‘all-round happier person’. The pop- star sensation made …
Impossible Foods secures whopping $1.5 billion for more plant-based innovation
‘The investment will allow us to continue to develop and commercialize the technology that will enable that transformation’ Impossible Foods has secured an additional $200 million in a Series G round barely 5 months after its $500 million Series F round. With the latest funding round led by hedge fund Coatue Management LLC, the total …
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KFC accepts a third of its chickens suffer severe painful inflammation
‘They have a lot of progress to make, but we’re very happy that they’ve come out with this level of public data and transparency which they can now be held accountable on’ KFC’s first-ever chicken welfare report reveals poor animal welfare. The report states that more than a third of the chickens in the fast food’s …
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Tesco to launch a ‘complete plant-based holiday experience’ for Christmas day
‘We’ve got everything from amazing new centerpieces that will totally wow the family, through to plant-based versions of favorite trimmings’ Tesco has announced its festive offering for 2020 and it features new impressive plant-based dishes plus its 2019 Christmas favorite: The Plant Chef Pigless Blankets for a starter or side. This year’s highlight includes a …
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Italian fashion group Prada just banned Kangaroo leather
Prada joins other top fashion houses and designers including Versace, Victoria Beckham, Chanel, and Paul Smith in banning leather made from kangaroos. Italian fashion giant Prada, which owns brands including Prada, Miu Miu, Car Shoe, and Church’s has banned kangaroo skins from its product line. Prada’s decision follows pressure from the animal rights’ group LAV, …
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Valentino becomes first luxury brand to ban Alpaca wool following exposé
‘Kind shoppers can do their part by steering clear of alpaca fleece and opting for chic, PETA-approved vegan clothing that no animal had to suffer for’ Top luxury fashion brand Valentino has announced it will stop using alpaca fleece in its garments from the end of 2021 making it the first major luxury brand to …
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‘Distressing’ footage reveals ‘severe animal suffering’ on chicken farms supplying Tesco, Ocado and others
‘The abuses we found are horrific and this unchecked cruelty must come to an end.’ A new undercover exposé revealed ‘severe animal suffering’ on eight British chicken farms across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, reported The Independent. All the farms in question are Red Tractor certified and operated by Moy Park – one of Europe’s 10 biggest …