France Top Court Rejects ‘Bacon’ and ‘Steak’ Labels Ban for Vegan Products!
The French Council of State says plant-based bacon is here to stay! In a victory for plant-based food producers, the French Council of State has ruled that terms like “steak,” “sausage,” and “bacon” can continue to be used for plant-based products. The court struck down two controversial decrees that sought to ban the use of …
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V-Label Launches C-Label Certification for Cultivated Meat, Do We Need It?
Certification body V-Label has just announced the launch of a new certification for cultivated products
Chris Packham Demands UK Government End ‘Dangerous Propaganda’ Promoting Meat and Dairy!
Chris Packham has joined forces with over 40 organizations, including Greenpeace, The Vegan Society, and Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, to call on the UK government to withdraw its support for the AHDB’s “Let’s Eat Balanced” campaign. The initiative, which encourages increased meat and dairy consumption, coincides with Veganuary—a month-long campaign promoting plant-based living. Critics argue …
USA Reports First Death From H5N1 Bird Flu As Virus Claims Life In Louisiana
Louisiana has confirmed the first U.S. death from avian influenza, a fatality attributed to the H5N1 virus. The individual, who was over 65 years old and had underlying health conditions, became severely ill and was hospitalized on December 18 after exposure to both backyard poultry and wild birds. The Louisiana Department of Health, which did …
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UK’s Most Popular Vegan Joint Announces Closure After Veganuary 2025
Unity Diner, a prominent vegan restaurant in London co-founded by animal rights activist Ed Winters (known as Earthling Ed), is set to close its doors permanently on February 1st, 2025 due to rising costs. Established in 2018, Unity Diner started in a smaller space in Hoxton, East London, before relocating to a bigger venue in …
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CHRIS PACKHAM QUITS – “I believe RSPCA has lost sight of its mandate to protect all animals from cruelty and suffering.”
Chris Packham, renowned wildlife TV presenter and conservationist, has resigned from his position as president of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). His decision comes in the wake of an undercover investigation exposing significant animal cruelty at abattoirs certified under the RSPCA’s ethical labelling scheme, RSPCA Assured. The investigations, conducted …
Eating Meat is ‘Weird!’ – Veganuary’s Bold 2025 Campaign Challenges Food Norms
Veganuary, the global movement inspiring people to try veganism for the month of January and beyond, has once again captured the spotlight with its daring 2025 marketing campaign. Aptly themed “Weird,” the campaign challenges societal norms surrounding animal-based food consumption by reframing them as peculiar, unnatural, and worthy of reconsideration. Founded in the UK in …
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Aldi UK To Launch Largest, Most Affordable Vegan Range For Veganuary 2025, Starting At £1.49
Aldi UK is kicking off the new year with its most extensive Veganuary range yet, with prices starting from just £1.49. In what appears to be an effort to cater to the growing demand for vegan and vegetarian products, Aldi has significantly broadened its Plant Menu range. The updated lineup features an array of new …
Anti-Whaling Activist Paul Watson Freed From Prison As Denmark Rejects Japan’s Extradition Request
Paul Watson is finally a free man and has been released from a Greenlandic prison after Denmark declined Japan’s request for his extradition. Paul Watson is a Canadian environmentalist and a co-founder of Greenpeace. However, he is best known for establishing the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in 1977, an organization focused on direct action to …
UK Court of Appeal to OATLY – “You Cannot Call It Milk”
Oatly, the Swedish plant-based company, has been barred by the UK Court of Appeal from using the term ‘milk’ for its products. This decision culminates a prolonged legal battle between Oatly and Dairy UK, the trade association representing the British dairy industry. The court decided that only animal-based products can be labeled as “milk,” a …
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Nearly 1 Out Of 3 Brits Are Considering Plant-Based Mains Over Meat This Christmas, Tesco’s Survey Reveals
The traditional image of a meat-laden Christmas feast is undergoing a green revolution. A recent survey conducted by Tesco, a leading UK supermarket, reveals a significant shift in consumer preferences, with a quarter of British adults planning to prioritize plant-based options for their Christmas mains this year. Among the 6,375 British adults Tesco surveyed, 27% …
Study Finds, Older Adults On Plant-Based Diets Require 58% Fewer Medications Than Meat Eaters
Recent research highlights the significant benefits of a vegan diet for older adults, particularly in reducing medication use. A prominent study in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine found that seniors adhering to a plant-based diet require 58% fewer medications compared to their counterparts who consume meat. The research conducted at Loma Linda University involved …