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(CELEBRITY NEWS) The creator of the animated Captain Planet series, Ted Turner, donated $1 million to the Dian Fossey International Gorilla Fund last week. The donation is the largest gift received by the animal organization. The self-proclaimed animal and nature conservationist, who also grazes 52,000 North American bison on his lands, is hoping that his new efforts will help create a better future for gorillas. Read more on Ted Turner’s view on nature and conservation. — Global Animal
(VEGAN RECIPE) Welcome to this week’s meat-free edition! With Easter less than a month away this Creamy Curried Cauliflower is great for picnics and potlucks. The Flavors intensify as the dish sits in the fridge so make it the night before and be done with it! Although roasting the cauliflower takes some time. putting the recipe together is super simple. This cold pasta makes a great side to a yummy sandwich or can be eaten as a main dish. — Global Animal
(TAKE ACTION) CANADA — Even though Ke$ha portrays herself as a care-free party girl in her music, she is actually very serious when it comes to protecting baby seals. The singer is urging people to boycott Canadian seafood in hopes that it will convince the country to keep their fisherman from clubbing seals. Read on to find out how you can follow in Ke$ha’s footsteps and help baby seals. — Global Animal
(CELEBRITY) MARYLAND — Jada Pinkett Smith is speaking out against the abuse of elephants in Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus shows. As the show heads for her hometown of Baltimore, Maryland, Pinkett Smith expressed concern about protecting the elephants from the Baltimore-banned practice of bullhooking. In a letter to the Mayor, Pinkett Smith emphasizes how important these endangered mammals are, asking the Mayor to keep an eye on how the circus treats the elephants while in Baltimore. Read on to learn about the hard lives of circus elephants and what you can do to have your voice heard! — Global Animal
(WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) A cinematic duo are doing what they can to save the dwindling cheetah population. Miami filmmaker Marilu O’lyaryz and her husband, award-winning videographer Brian O’lyaryz, have a new project in the works. This spring, they hope to travel to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre in South Africa to highlight the non-profit organization’s efforts on cheetah conservation. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL TESTING) For more than 20 years, Mary Kay, Estée Lauder, and Avon have been a few of the largest mainstream cosmetic companies on PETA’s cruelty-free lists. However, these cosmetic giants are now under fire for severely, and some say intentionally, misleading the public. As the Chinese government currently requires animal testing for cosmetics sold in China, PETA discovered that all three companies are, in fact, paying for animal testing. Make your voice heard: take action by submitting a letter letting these beauty giants know, concealed or not, animal testing is ugly. — Global Animal
(VEGETARIAN/VEGAN LIVING) Want to make a positive change in your life during lent? Give up a meat-based diet and go vegetarian, or better still, vegan. Here are 15 powerful reasons you’re benefitting yourself, the planet, and animals with this plant-based diet. – Global Animal
(TAKE ACTION) Iowa has passed a bill banning undercover filming on farms, and now Utah is looking to pass a similar bill. Mercy for Animals, PETA and the ASPCA farm animal welfare program have all publicly opposed House Bill 187, nicknamed the “ag gag” bill, with help from celebrities such as Katherine Heigl. On PETA’s behalf, Heigl wrote a letter to each member of Utah’s House of Representatives. Read on to find out more on this “ag-gag” bill and what you can do to stop it. — Global Animal
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