Bella Ramsey and Halle Bailey top PETA’s list of the Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2023
PETA has recognized the young trailblazers for their “commitment to veganism”. The vegans of the world have more role models to look up to, as this year’s winners of the Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities crown are Halle Bailey and Bella Ramsey. They join the ranks of past winners like Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Jhené Aiko, and …
King Charles joins YouTube to tackle the climate crisis
“We have forgotten sometimes, I think, that we are part of nature. So what we do to the world around us we are doing totally to ourselves.” King Charles III has joined YouTube in hopes of addressing the climate crisis by communicating with more people. The British monarch launched a new channel for RE:TV, his …
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Canada finally bans cosmetic testing on animals
The ban in Canada has materialized after years of advocating from animal welfare activists and industry leaders. Canada has finally put a ban on cosmetic animal testing, as demand for cruelty-free products continues to soar. The county passed a powerful bill outlawing toxicity tests in a move described as “historic,” to spare the lives of …
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NFL agent Drew Rosenhaus under fire for posting a video of himself ‘wrestling’ with a shark
“Aquatic animals already suffer at the hands of anglers …, so they don’t need some wannabe macho man yanking on their tails for a few Twitter ‘likes.’” NFL agent Drew Rosenhaus faces stark criticism from animal charity PETA after the longtime player rep posted a video of himself wrestling with a shark. A well-known NFL …
Nike joins Adidas and Puma in committing to mulesed-free wool
A number of top sports brands have published anti-mulesing policies after exposés revealed the cruelty of mulesed wool production. Footwear and sports giant Nike has taken a giant step towards animal welfare by switching to certified non-mulesed wool. The decision follows campaigning by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS, which has been advocating against the …
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Himalayan glaciers melting faster than predicted, putting two billion people at risk, study shows
The report warned that water scarcity, flash floods and avalanches could threaten the lives of the two billion people downstream. Himalayan glaciers, a vital source of water for almost two billion people, are melting at an alarming rate due to climate change, rendering communities vulnerable to unpredictable and costly disasters. According to a report by …
VFC steps up to rescue Meatless Farm from bankruptcy
VFC founder Matthew Glower said this is a ‘golden opportunity’ to merge the business. Meat-free startup VFC has stepped up to secure Meatless Farm’s future. The news comes just days after UK- based Meatless Farm announced that it had to let a significant portion of its workforce go after losing key investors. The Grocer reported …
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Vegan NYC landlord sparks controversy for prohibiting tenants from cooking meat and fish in the apartment
Meat eaters are not welcome! A seemingly ordinary apartment listing in a beautiful brick townhome in New York has sparked controversy, as its vegan landlord has only one rule for tenants: no meat or fish can be cooked in the building. The controversial rule is intended to prevent the odour of cooking meat from permeating …
Scientists develop new plant-based oral insulin that is cheaper and safer than traditional insulin
The plant-based insulin is made using lettuce. Scientists have developed plant-based insulin that is said to be a cheaper and safer alternative to conventional hormone injections. According to a new study published in the journal Biomaterials, led by Henry Daniell of Penn’s School of Dental Medicine, lettuce-based insulin could address many of the risks associated …
Is tennis champ Novak Djokovic vegan or plant-based? Here’s what he said about the diet
The tennis pro has openly endorsed the benefits of plant-based eating. Novak Djokovic made history at this year’s French Open after he surpassed Rafael Nadal’s record of 22 titles and secured his third Roland Garros crown by beating Casper Ruud in the final. The world’s top player had a convincing 7-6(1), 6-3, 7-5 victory after …
The world’s first vegan gelato made without dairy or plant-based ingredients debuts in Singapore
Solar Foods’ new innovative product is made with only air, water, and chocolate! A Finnish start-up has created an ice cream using a protein powder that is devoid of any dairy or plant-based ingredients. Solar Foods’ new innovative product is made with only air, water, and chocolate! Most people know that some ice cream makers …
How do sesame seeds benefit your body? (Plus, 5 tasty vegan recipes)
Packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, sesame seeds are a great addition to many vegan recipes. Just like flaxseeds, sesame seeds are a versatile and nutritious ingredient in vegan cooking and baking. They are an excellent source of protein, fibre, and healthy fats. Adding sesame seeds to your diet can provide a range of …
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