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Lab-Grown Mouse Meat - For Cats - Is Here
Cats and dogs consume more than 25% of the US meat supply. Now, one innovative biotech company hopes to make things more sustainable and healthy with the launch of the world’s first lab-grown meat product for pets.
Tiger King’s Jeff and Lauren Lowe Surrender Their Remaining Animals
Bobcats, lemurs and a camel are among the latest animals rescued from the Lowe’s notorious Tiger King Park, which has faced mounting legal pressure after repeated investigations found animal mistreatment.
US Trophy Hunter Exposed After He Paid $30,000 to Kill Lion
The 12-year-old animal reportedly suffered for 24 hours after being shot with a bow and arrow.
Starbucks’ New Pumpkin Spice Creamer is Vegan-Friendly
Inspired by the iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte, the new dairy-free creamer can be found at stores nationwide.
Suffering and Abuse Exposed at Fish Slaughterhouse Supplying Kroger
Investigators filmed the aquatic animals slowly suffocating and being slaughtered while fully conscious.
The Climate Crisis is Here and We’re Running Out of Time: IPCC Report
“There is no time for delay and no room for excuses,” declares damning new UN climate report.
Bloomberg Intelligence: “Plant-Based Foods Market to Hit $162 Billion in Next Decade
Animal-free food could make up to 7.7% of the global protein market by 2030 reveals a new report into the rapid rise of plant-based alternatives.
The IPCC has Declared Code Red: Here Are Ways You Can Help the Environment Today
The race is on to reduce global emissions by half in the next ten years. Here’s how you can help play your part.
Species Unite is Calling for an Animal-Free Olympics
The animal advocacy non-profit is demanding an end to animal ‘sports’ in the Olympics after a horse is punched repeatedly.
Obama Celebrates His 60th Birthday With a Vegan Menu
Curated by American musician, Questlove, the birthday menu featured Impossible Beef, Just Egg and Perfect Day cheese.
The 2021 Met Gala Is Going Plant-Based
The fashion industry’s biggest night will serve guests a 100% plant-based menu this year to highlight how food is changing in America towards more sustainable, meatless choices.
Florida’s Manatee Crisis: Unprecedented Number Could Starve to Death This Winter
Decades of human-made water pollution are stripping the marine mammals of their food supply as the manatee death toll continues to rise.
Will Bacon ‘Disappear’ In California?
Only 4 percent of hog operations comply with new animal welfare legislation coming into force in California - meaning bacon could soon ‘disappear’ in the state.
Beyond Meat Vegan Chicken Nuggets Launch at 1000 A&W Stores
The nuggets offer consumers the choice of animal-free fare without compromising on taste or texture.
‘Lockdown Pets’ Are Being Abandoned At Animal Shelters As COVID-19 Restrictions Ease
Animal rescue shelters are reporting that the number of pet surrenders has quadrupled in recent months as lockdown restrictions ease and people return to work.
Berkeley Is First US City To Commit To Phasing Out Animal Products
City Council votes to cut its spending on animal products by 50 percent in an effort to combat the meat and dairy industry’s huge carbon footprint, and help support the city’s climate goals.
'Google Translate' for Elephants: A New Online Catalogue Containing Everything We Know About Elephant Communication
The Elephant Ethogram is an free online database that hopes to inspire and contribute to conservation efforts.
Startup to Release Mango and Banana Leather to Help Fight Food Waste
Vegskin uses the fruit destined for landfills to create its vegan, eco-friendly material as an alternative to animal leather.
Breaking: France Bans Egg Industry from Crushing and Gassing Male Chicks From 2022
In a world-first, France will join Germany in the prohibition of culling male chicks following years of protests over ethical concerns.
Long John Silver’s Launches Vegan Seafood
The largest quick-service seafood chain in the U.S. has tapped into the growing demand for sustainable, plant-based food by adding fish-free fillets and plant-based crab cakes.