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World’s First Cell-Based Lobster Meat Launches In Asia
Singapore-based Shiok Meats have unveiled the first-of-its-kind product as part of a lobster gazpacho and lobster terrine.
Judge Condemns “Appalling Conditions” and “Suffocating Closeness” at US Meat Giant Pig Farm
World’s largest pig producer finally settles years-long legal case, after its industrial factory farm in North Carolina is accused of animal cruelty and destroying nearby resident’s lives.
The Queen’s Gambit Star Anya Taylor-Jay Describes Vegan Diet As The “Healthiest I’ve Ever Felt”
The actress behind Netflix’s record-breaking show says veganism is “the most ecologically conscious choice you can make as a consumer”.
Singapore Becomes World’s First Country To Approve Lab-Grown Meat
With 130 million chickens slaughtered every day for meat, Singapore’s landmark move is being hailed as a major milestone towards a more sustainable and ethical food industry.
Recipe: Vegan Banoffee Pancakes
Dessert for breakfast, anyone? These vegan banoffee pancakes are healthy, gluten-free, oil-free, and refined sugar free! Created by Kits Eats.
Shocking Image of Zebra Head Trophy Seized By US Customs Nominated For Major Wildlife Photo Award
The haunting photo is set to raise awareness of the horrific trade in wildlife trophies, particularly those imported into the US.
Revealed: The “Disturbing” Reality For Dogs At “Dismal” Puppy Mills That Supply Popular Pet Stores
Heartbreaking undercover footage shows cruel puppy mills in Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri, which have sold puppies to pet stores in Florida, New York and the Midwest.
IKEA Is Making 50% Of Its Food Vegan
Their pledge for more sustainable, plant-based food is set to make a huge difference for people and the planet, with the Swedish company serving food to over 680 million customers last year alone.
Joaquin Phoenix Joins Pig Vigil To Honor Activist Killed At Peaceful Protest
The Oscar-winning actor attended a pig vigil alongside the friends and family of late activist Regan Russell, who was killed whilst peacefully protesting at the same slaughterhouse earlier this year.
Brooklyn’s Vegan President Eric Adams Running For NYC Mayor
The plant-based advocate will fight “for struggling New Yorkers and a better quality of life for all” in a 2021 campaign bid that tackles issues like social inequality, and health injustice.
Recipe: Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
This sticky sesame cauliflower is crispy, sweet, and sticky, and perfect as a tasty side dish or appetizer. Created by The Homemade Vegan.
TIME Declares Impossible Pork One of The Best Inventions of 2020
The plant-based pork that looks and tastes like the real thing is named as one of the key innovations set to change the way we live.
Female Future-Leaders Gather For World's First Vegan Women's Summit and Pitch Competition
The VWS Pathfinder event will showcase upcoming female future-leaders who are working in plant-based innovation.
Thankful For a Second Chance: Photos of Turkeys Rescued from Slaughter
This Thanksgiving, we’re sharing some heartwarming stories of the turkeys who were saved from the dinner table.
Watch: Greta Thunberg Documentary Streaming Now on Hulu
The new film shows how Thunberg’s one-person school strike for climate change has helped inspire a new generation of climate activists.
Hermès To Build Australia’s Largest Crocodile Farm And Will Farm Their Skins For Luxury Bags
The fashion house’s move comes amid infectious disease experts around the world calling out wildlife farms for their risk in starting future pandemics.
World’s Biggest Fur Auction House Is Closing
As the fur industry continues to grapple with coronavirus outbreaks on fur farms around the world, a fur-free future feels closer than ever.
Horses Feel The Same Pain From Whips As Humans Do, Study Finds
The first-of-its-kind scientific report into the nature of pain caused by the whip during horse racing has found humans and horses have equivalent pain detectors in their skin.
Recipe: Vegan Baked Tofu Stroganoff
This vegan stroganoff is high in protein, deliciously creamy, and has “winter comfort" written all over it. Created by Just Plants Please.
PlantX, Dubbed The ‘Vegan Amazon’, To Open Store In California
The huge flagship store will sell over 5,000 plant-based products, offer meal delivery services, and feature a plant-based education center.
