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Remembering Film Critic Roger Ebert

April 5, 2013

(CELEBRITY NEWS) After announcing that cancer had returned to his body earlier this week, legendary film critic Rogert Ebert has sadly lost the uphill battle at 70 years old. As the world mourns his loss, we recall Ebert’s words of wisdom from his amazing collection of writing. As the man who once said: “I respect kindness in human beings first of all, and kindness to animals,” Ebert was not only an animal lover, but also a supporter of vegan/vegetarian lifestyles. Read on to learn more about the well-respected man’s views from his critique of the 2011 documentary “Forks Over Knives.” Rest in peace, Mr. Ebert. You will be missed. — Global Animal

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Nature’s Gate Not Open To China’s Animal Testing

April 2, 2013

(ANIMAL TESTING) Following discussions with PETA, Nature’s Gate, a giant producer of natural health and beauty products, has pulled out of the Chinese market in opposition to the country’s animal testing requirements. Unlike Mary Kay, Avon, and Estee Lauder, the compassionate company joins Dermalogica, Pangea Organics, NYX Cosmetics, Urban Decay, amongst several others in this bold move. Read on to learn more about animal testing and how PETA is currently working with the Chinese government to accept non-animal tests. — Global Animal

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Stars Inspire Change At HSUS Genesis Awards

March 27, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) Saturday night’s 27th annual Genesis Awards Benefit Gala welcomed a myriad of stars to the Beverly Hilton to support the live-saving efforts of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and honor the role that news and entertainment media play in advocating for animal rights. Hosted for the second year in a row by “Dancing with the Stars” judge Carrie Ann Inaba, this year’s top winners included “Big Miracle” for best Feature Film, “The Colbert Report” for bringing attention to dogfighting, “Ivory Wars” for it’s in-depth portrayal of the thriving ivory trade, and many more. Continue reading for more on the event and take a look at the full list of winners. — Global Animal

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How To Celebrate A Vegan Passover

March 25, 2013

(VEGAN) Celebrating a vegan, traditional Jewish Passover might seem next to impossible given the abundance of associated dietary restrictions, but it’s easier than you’d think! Read on for tips on how to modernize your Passover Seder and check out these great recipes for a vegan Seder, or “veder.” — Global Animal

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Meat-Free Monday: The Perfect Spring Recipe

March 25, 2013

(VEGAN) Spring is finally here, and so is the perfect spring-time vegan recipe! Start the season off right with creamy polenta topped with a fresh spring vegetable ragout. Read on for this delicious vegan recipe that will definitely put a spring in your step. — Global Animal

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Gun Violence & Humane Education

March 22, 2013

(HUNTING) While gun control continues to be a hot topic for debate, many across the nation are pointing to hunting as an example of “responsible” gun ownership. Dr. Sujatha Ramakrishna, author of Raising Kids Who Love Animals, weighs in on the strong correlation between animal cruelty and violence towards human beings, while emphasizing the importance of humane education and the fact that violence is wrong regardless of which species is harmed. — Global Animal

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Defiant Daughters Host LA Book Launch

March 18, 2013

(ACTIVISM) On Sunday, four writers met at The Last Bookstore in Los Angeles to discuss their newly published anthology, Defiant Daughters: 21 Women on Art, Activism, Animals, and The Sexual Politics of Meat. Building off the legacy of Carol J. Adams’ profound work The Sexual Politics of Meat: A Feminist-Vegetarian Critical Theory, the compassionate collection consists of 21 personal stories that shed light on their authors’ identities as writers, thinkers, feminists, as well as animal rights activists. Read on to learn more about the empowering anthology. — Global Animal

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No Guinness For Vegans This St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2013

(VEGAN LIVING) Bad news for stout-loving vegans far and wide: Guinness is off limits! While swim bladders (or isinglass) help a fish swim and remain buoyant in water, they also are used by brewers as a filter to clear particles out of their beer. While isinglass doesn’t appear on the famed beer’s list of ingredients, it has been a part of Guinness’ brewing process since the 1800s. Read on to learn more about this secret ingredient as well as other beer filtration alternatives. — Global Animal

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