(ANIMAL NEWS) Monday, a massive tornado struck the Oklahoma City area around 3 p.m. and stayed on the ground for a grueling 40 minutes. The violent cyclone swept through the region in a destructive furry, leveling businesses, demolishing homes, and destroying two elementary schools. Many are desperately trying to reach and find loved ones affected by the life-changing event, and organizations, like Google, the Oklahoma Humane Society, and Reddit, are working around the clock to help confirm the safety of tornado survivors. Continue reading for more on the Oklahoma tornado and the catastrophic event's ongoing rescue efforts. — Global Animal

(VEGAN) Opa! Let your Monday festivities begin with a meatless extravaganza! Rich with culture and vegetables, a savory serving of vegan Greek caponata will take your taste buds on a journey straight to Athens. Eggplant, summer squash, and tomato keep this recipe fresh, fun, and animal-friendly, so try this Grecian-inspired delight today! — Global Animal

(CELEBRITY ACTIVISM) Forget the British Invasion—Sir Paul McCartney hopes to be on the forefront of yet another globe sweeping movement. Ever since the European Union banned cosmetic testing on animals a few months ago, animal rights advocates have wished for the rest of the world to follow in the EU’s footsteps. Together with Cruelty Free International (BUAV), Sir Paul has recently started promoting the worldwide adoption of an animal testing ban. Read on to learn more about this famed animal activist and the BUAV's compassionate efforts. — Global Animal 

(FARM ANIMALS) LOS ANGELES – The National Museum of Animals & Society (NMAS) has just launched an online exhibit entitled “Un-Cooped: Deconstructing the Domesticated Chicken." The one-of-a-kind display, which features a variety of media from 16 artists, challenges the way people perceive the often overlooked chicken. "Un-Cooped" sheds light on how poorly chickens are treated and introduces them as unique individuals. Continue reading for more on the domesticated fowl of the hour and this groundbreaking exhibit. — Global Animal

(CELEBRITY ACTIVISM) The Great Gatsby star Leonardo DiCaprio is saving the wildlife, one celebrity donation at a time. The famed actor hosted the 11^th hour auction in New York on May 13, raising $38.8 million for his charity, The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. The foundation will use the funds raised during the art auction to protect endangered species as well as the various wild lands they inhabit. The best selling piece of the nigh, an oil painting created by Mark Grotjahn, sold for $6.5 million—an auction record for the artist. Continue reading below for more information on the compassionate auction. — Global Animal

(VEGAN) Have no fear; spring is here! And so is this refreshing vegan salad recipe made with marinated tofu, watermelon, and basil. Yum! So tantalize your taste buds today with this sensational spring recipe! — Global Animal

(PHOTO GALLERY) Vegetarian and vegans know that our food choices come with biting stereotypes. You don't get enough protein, you only eat green things, you must be crazy—just to name a few. We constantly get laughed at for being "bleeding hearts" and "hippies." Well, for those of you who are fed up, here is a hilarious gallery of vegetarian/vegan memes that will help you keep your cool the next time someone professes their worries about your protein intake. — Global Animal

(GREEN LIVING) This year's Met Gala had a very edgy "Punk: Chaos to Couture" theme, and the stars appropriately donned their studs, black leather, and mohawks for the occasion. Yet, one famous couple decided to make a stand for Mother Nature and themed their evening eco-friendly chic. John Krasinski and Emily Blunt went green for the Gala and definitely made a fashion statement. Krasinski wore a sustainable tuxedo, and Blunt wore a black eco-friendly gown made from recycled fabrics. Read on to find out who designed their environmentally-conscious looks and what Blunt had to say about her designer gown. — Global Animal