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Recipe: Simple Lemon Basil Quinoa Salad
This light and aromatic lemon basil quinoa salad is packed with protein, fibre, and a ton of other amazing benefits. Created by A Pinch of Plants.
Recipe: Caramelized Onion and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
This recipe is fresh, tangy and wonderfully satisfying. Created by Authentically Vegan.
Campaigners Sue US Government Over Failure To Protect Giraffes
Latest update in America’s shocking trade in giraffe parts, as conservationists now file a lawsuit after the government denies giraffes any protective measures.
US Government Invests $3.5 Million In Lab-Grown Meat
The first ever government grant for lab-grown meat has been awarded to researchers at the University of California.
Tiger King star Doc Antle Charged With Animal Cruelty and Wildlife Trafficking
Antle, who has been described as “the real kingpin” behind tiger exploitation in the U.S., becomes the latest star of the Netflix documentary to face abuse charges.
Adidas, Lululemon, Stella McCartney To Use Vegan Leather Made From Mushrooms
Innovative, low impact mushroom leather Mylo, is set to transform the industry for good thanks to a huge collaboration with some of the world’s leading fashion brands.
Vegan Babybel Cheese and Boursin Cheese Spread To Launch in US
The launch of these new dairy-free versions come as dairy giant Bel Group commits to more sustainable options.
Recipe: Sweet Potato and Black Bean Rice
This recipe works as a light dinner or as a filling, cold dish for lunch. Created by One More Slice.
$50,000 Prize at Plant Based Female Founder Summit and Pitch Competition
The summit will showcase upcoming female future-leaders who are working in plant-based innovation.
Horse-Drawn Carts Replaced by Electric Carriages in Dominican Republic’s Capital
Santo Domingo’s innovative approach is a win for both tourists and horses as the archaic practice of horse-drawn carriages continues to be phased out across the world.
US Urged To Ban Trade of Giraffe Parts As Extinction Fears Grow
As one of the world’s biggest markets for giraffe parts, the US is fuelling the decline of giraffes, thanks to demand for items like stuffed giraffe “trophies” and giraffe skin bible covers.
New Jersey’s Infamous Bear Hunt To Be Banned
Governor Phil Murphy outlines plans to stop “one of the cruelest bear hunts in the country”.
Israel Set To Become The First Country In the World To Ban Fur
New proposals will outlaw the buying and selling of animal fur, with fines of over $20,000 or a year in prison for anyone breaking the rules.
“Life-Changing” Bans On Animal Circuses, Marine Parks, and Fur Farms Introduced in France
Wild animals currently held captive in circuses and marine parks to be rehomed, and mink fur farms to be outlawed, under new plans.
Leading Retailer Nordstrom Bans Fur and Exotic Skins
Landmark move makes Nordstrom the first U.S. based retailer to ban exotic animal skins, and now campaigners expect a “ripple effect” with other fashion leaders to follow.
A Clock In New York Now Tells How Much Time We Have Left
The Climate Clock aims to draw attention to how much time we have left to avoid the risk of global warming causing irreversible damage to our planet.
Target and Walmart Expand Vegan Ranges As Plant-Based Offerings Soar
From Mickey Mouse-shaped vegan ‘chicken’ nuggets, to plant-based crab cakes and shrimp at Walmart, the US is rapidly seeing new vegan food launches every week.
BlackRock’s $400m Investment In Amazon Meatpackers Condemned
BlackRock, the world’s biggest asset company, is under fire for its hefty investments in meat companies who are linked with the deforestation of the Amazon.
Animal Farming In Europe Produces More Emissions Than Cars and Vans Combined
Greenhouse gas emissions from animal farming in the EU account for 17% of the EU’s total emissions, according to new analysis by Greenpeace.
California Elk “Trapped and Dying” As Cattle Ranchers Block Wildlife’s Access to Water
Hundreds of elk have already perished at the Point Reyes National Seashore, as campaigners urge the government to take action to stop beef and dairy ranchers from destroying the park.
