Greta Thunberg says climate experts are being ignored despite the pandemic showing ‘we cannot make it without science’
“We are not listening to climate scientists, we’re not listening to scientists who work on biodiversity and that, of course, needs to change.” Greta Thunberg has accused the world of not paying attention to the climate crisis despite the pandemic showing the importance of listening to science. She states that nations are listening to ‘one …
Suzanne Shaw credits vegan diet, meditation, and hard work for incredible physical transformation
The former Hear’Say singer has revealed how eating plant-based, ditching alcohol, exercising, and meditating has helped her overcome her struggles with mental health and weight gain. Suzanne Shaw has gone through a radical transformation, which she credits in part to following a plant-based diet. The English actress, singer, and television personality, who is best known …
Veganuary on course for biggest year as COVID fuels vegan surge
“Being vegan is a great way to support the natural world and to live sustainably.” Veganuary- the world’s foremost and biggest month-long pledge to adopt a vegan lifestyle, is predicted to witness its best year next month, with a record number of consumers opting for plant-based foods following greater concern about health and the environment. …
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Heinz launches vegan mayo and salad cream- states ‘plant-based is the next step in achieving nutrition targets’
The brand is reportedly working on a new plant-based range using beans as a base ingredient. American food brand Heinz has launched vegan versions of its iconic mayonnaise and salad cream as it believes ‘veganism and plant-based foods will be one of the major innovations in grocery retail over the coming years.’ While both the …
Brian May questions the Christmas tradition of having a turkey, says ‘its not attractive to me now’
The legendary musician says: “Having a dead bird on the Christmas table is not attractive to me now, even though it was a big part of my childhood.” This year, musician Brian May celebrated a ‘peaceful and hopeful’ Christmas and feasted on a turkey-free and 90 % plant-based dinner. Sharing the highlights of his Christmas …
More than 1.5 billion face masks believed to have flooded the oceans in 2020
“It is critical that we work to reduce our use of single-use plastics, and we all have a role to play.” More than 1.56 billion masks have entered the oceans in 2020, according to a new report. The study reporting such an alarming figure has been released by Hong-Kong-based marine conservation organization OceansAsia entitled “Masks …
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Ricky Gervais shows off his vegan Christmas dinner after urging people to try Veganuary
The star is reportedly a vegetarian but is known to be an outspoken critic of factory farming. Actor and comedian Ricky Gervais took to Twitter to show off the vegan Christmas dinner his wife made him eat this year. Speaking to his 14.5 million Twitter followers, the celeb, who’s ‘as good as married’ with Author …
Trophy hunters killed one animal every three minutes in the last 10 years, investigation reveals
“Trophy-hunting isn’t about a handful of sick individuals – it is about a huge global industry which wields extraordinary power and manipulates governments.” Trophy-hunters have killed one animal every three minutes, a book exposing the industry has revealed. According to Trophy Leaks: Top Hunters And Industry Secrets, by Eduardo Goncalves, more than 1.7 million animals, …
Boxing Day hunts go ahead despite stringent COVID restrictions in the UK
Labour party slammed the government saying the exemption proved ” it’s one rule for the Conservatives and their mates, another for everybody else.” Many Boxing Day hunts were organized across the UK even as millions were forced to spend the Christmas period alone – especially in Tier 4 areas. Pro-hunting group Countryside Alliance said that …
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Vegan activist feels ‘no guilt’ for trolling the meat industry while impersonating Smithfield’s CEO on Fox news
According to the vegan advocate, it is time to take ‘bold action’ with the “pandemic ravaging global society… slaughterhouse workers dying, and billions of animals suffering needlessly.” A vegan advocate, who fooled Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo live on air by impersonating the CEO of a global meat giant company, says he doesn’t have “too …
Spanish hunters kill 540 wild animals in ‘vile and unacceptable’ expedition
“Changes to the law are needed to prevent the terrible events that have been reported from being repeated.” 540 wild animals mainly deer and boar have been killed in a hunting expedition in Portugal, according to reports. A group of 16 hunters, from the Monteros de la Cabra hunting society in Badajoz, reportedly paid as …
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German study shows vegans have no ‘ubiquitous deficiency’ in vitamins and minerals
“Following a vegan diet can yield health benefits. But ultimately, as with a mixed-food diet, it depends on the choice of foods consumed and a balanced supply of macronutrients as well as vitamins and trace elements.” A vegan diet does not lead to a ‘ubiquitous vitamin and mineral deficiency’, according to a new report by …