Canada finally moves to ban cosmetic testing on animals after years of advocate pressure
“This is a huge step forward for animal welfare in Canada.” Canada is set to become the latest country to ban cosmetic testing on animals following in the footsteps of more than 40 other countries that have already outlawed the controversial practice. Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos is expected to update the changes to the federal …
Swiss dairy industry threatened as demand for plant-based milk increases 80%
According to the Swiss dairy industry, alternative milk brands pose a challenge because they unduly mimic everything about milk, including its packaging and nutritional profile and make false sustainability claims. The dairy industry globally is becoming increasingly desperate to clutch onto its market position amid a significant shift in consumer attitudes towards dairy. According to …
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Dietitians claim plant-based diet can stunt growth of infants
The NHS Start for Life website has added information about vegan and vegetarian babies. Nutritionists and dietitians have raised concerns about the health implications of vegan diets for babies following the publication of the NHS’s vegan infant nutrition guide. The NHS Start for Life website, which provides guidance for new parents, has added a new …
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Bill Gates predicts fake meat and plant-based foods will ‘eventually’ be ‘very good’ options in the fight against climate change
“I think eventually these products will be very good, even though their share is small today.” Business magnate Bill Gates has said that fake meat products will eventually be a “very good” option for consumers, especially for those not willing to go vegan or plant-based but looking to reduce their climate impact The billionaire turned …
19 sweets and snacks you probably didn’t know were vegan
Whether you’re craving salty, sweet, or something in between, here are some tasty vegan snacks, some of which you probably didn’t even know were vegan. Veganaury 2023 is already halfway through and going vegan this year is easier than ever. Many people assume that sweets and snacks are off limits for vegans, but that couldn’t …
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Birds Eye expands Green Cuisine range with vegan breaded fishless fillets
The company is yet again expanding its award-winning Green Cuisine line. Frozen food brand Birds Eye has added new breaded fishless fillets to its Green Cuisine range. The new product launch follows the success of its Battered Fish-less fillets, which were rolled out in 2022. Birds Eye’s new alt-fish product is made of rice flakes …
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Dakota Johnson was just called out for starring in Gucci’s new handbag campaign. Here’s why
Animal activists were disappointed with Johnson for modelling snakeskin bags for Gucci. Dakota Johnson has been called out over her latest Gucci campaign that uses reptile skins. Johnson was recently named ambassador for Gucci’s Jackie 1961 series of handbags, and was seen with highly priced handbags that are reportedly made of python and crocodile skins, …
Antioxidants in fruits and vegetables linked to slower memory decline, new study reveals
“Something as simple as eating more fruits and vegetables and drinking more tea is an easy way for people to take an active role in maintaining their brain health.” According to a new study, people who follow a vegan diet that includes more antioxidant flavonols like those found in fruits and vegetables as well as …
Tabitha Brown launches a 34-item vegan product range at Target
Brown’s new collection hits Target shelves just in time for Veganuary. Beloved vegan TikTok personality and actress, Tabitha Brown has launched an all new vegan food and kitchen collection at Target. This is the third of four planned collections with the retail giant. The earlier two partnerships included clothing and a home decor line. Her …
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Emirates notes a 154% spike in vegan meals onboard
Emirates Airline has reported a significant increase in onboard requests for vegan meals over the years. Emirates has recorded a 154% increase in vegan meal requests on its planes in the last year. The airline, which has also been voted best airline for vegan fare, served over 280,000 plant-based meals, including more than 195,000 vegan …
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Asda to launch more than 110 vegan items throughout 2023
Asda’s 2023 vegan range features more vegan products than ever before Asda has announced that it will launch more than 112 vegan products spread across 2 new ranges this year. The UK supermarket will offer OMV! and Plant Based ranges, which will include a variety of items. The new OMV! range will cover ‘decadent tasty …
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Tiger attacks circus trainer and bites him during a live performance in Italy
The clip shows an agitated tiger biting and clawing the trainer. A horrifying video of a circus trainer being attacked by a tiger has gone viral on social media. This is yet another incident that exposes how wild animals suffer and lash out when kept in confined conditions. The terrifying incident took place at the …
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