Nearly half of Brits can’t think of ditching meat to live more sustainably
The survey also found that 68% agree they aren’t doing everything they could to help the environment while 27% are confused about how best to be eco-friendly. A recent study by Hyundai found that millions of Brits can’t bear the idea of giving up meat despite a majority of them feeling guilty over how little …
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Starbucks rival goes vegan, launches plant-based spring menu
“At a time when most consumers are lucky to find one plant-based option in restaurants, Peet’s is taking our commitment to the next level with a menu that highlights high quality vegan ingredients that taste delicious and have great flavor.” With the plant-based movement soaring, a major US food chain has unveiled a full-on spring …
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Scarlett Johansson debuts vegan skincare line while BeckyG launches her vegan brand in Ulta
More and more celebrities are joining the clean beauty bandwagon amid rising awareness regarding ‘cruelty-free beauty’ and increased demand for ‘personal care products’. This week, Scarlett Johansson, launched her highly anticipated plant-based and cruelty-free skincare line, The Outset. The range has five essential products: a cleanser, prep serum, moisturizer, night cream, and eye cream. The …
Pigs express their emotions through grunts, study reveals
“The study demonstrates that animal sounds provide great insight into their emotions.” In a first of its kind research, scientists have decoded a way to translate pig grunts into actual emotions across an extended number of conditions and life stages. With the help of artificial intelligence, an international team of researchers has developed a pig …
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Burger King launches two vegan Katsu burgers
“We know Katsu curry is one of the nation’s favourite flavours, so we can’t wait for people to try these twists on our classic Whopper® and Royale.” Burger King UK has introduced a Japanese-inspired Katsu Curry range, including two new meat-free katsu burgers. The katsu range is for a limited period only and will be …
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Indian startup unveils ‘world’s first’ heat stable vegan boiled egg
“Our goal is to create a non-judgemental food brand of the future that is people, planet, and palate friendly for the better imperfect consumer.” Indian startup Evo Foods has unveiled what it claims to be the first ever heat-stable, plant-based boiled egg. The product is the latest addition …
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Kids can finally enjoy vegan animal-shaped nuggets
“Our goal is to spark a conversation at the dinner table about how our food choices impact our planet, and how eating plant-based is the best way for kids to help combat the urgent threat of climate change and nature loss.” Vegan kids are in for a treat! Impossible Foods has launched two new products, …
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Actress Teresa Palmer organises vegan party for son’s 8th birthday
The mother of four has been a committed vegan since 2019 and can’t think of reversing her diet. Committed vegan and a successful Hollywood star Teresa Palmer recently celebrated her son’s 8th birthday in a spectacular plant-based fashion. The festivities – held in the Webber’s backyard – included a vegan birthday cake and a table-wide …
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Paraveganio becomes world’s first paracetamol to have vegan trademark
“We know that many vegans struggle to find medication that is both suitable to their needs and in-line with their beliefs, which can be distressing.” For the first time, a medicinal product has been registered with The Vegan Society’s Vegan Trademark. Paraveganio – developed by German pharmaceutical company Auxino – is the first paracetamol option …
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Nestle’s vegan kitkat discontinued because ‘it wasn’t as popular as others’
The Swiss conglomerate had launched the vegan Kitkat on popular demand. Food giant Nestlé has discontinued its vegan KitKat chocolate bars, according to VeganFoodUK. The food account got this information through a member’s private chat with KitKat, which it posted on its Instagram page. The Swiss conglomerate said ‘that the vegan versions weren’t as popular …
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Harrods unveils exclusive vegan gourmet desserts in its iconic foodhall
The desserts include a unique pastry and chocolate bar made by Harrods’ head pastry chef Phil Khoury – a plant-based patisserie expert. Harrods has made another splash into the vegan confectionery market with two delectable and exclusive vegan treats. It comes after the world’s largest luxury department store signed up for this year’s Veganuary challenge …
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Oxford University took at least £1.6m from oil, gas and petrochemical giants in 2021
The university accepted donations from four fossil fuel firms despite 2035 net zero pledges. The University of Oxford received at least £1.6 million in donations from oil and gas giants in 2020-21 despite its 2035 net zero commitment, reports the Guardian. The funding was in addition to the more than £11m Oxford accepted from fossil …