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Silverstone Requests Vegan Meals For Pussy Riot

August 22, 2012

(CULTURE) Actress Alicia Silverstone wrote a letter to Russia’s Prime Minister Vlaimir Putin asking for vegan meals to be offered to all Russian inmates, including musician Maria Alekhina. Alekhina, a vegan member of the punk-band Pussy Riot, reportedly collapsed from hunger during trial. The denial of a vegan meal prompted Silverstone to take action to speak up for her choice of eating animals or going hungry. The band was sentenced to prison after preforming an anti-Putin song at a cathedral in Moscow. Read on to discover more on the world-wide campaign to “Free Pussy Riot.” — Global Animal

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Megan’s Meat-Free Monday: Smokey Rosemary Popcorn

August 20, 2012

Do you want theater-style popcorn at home? How about better than theater popcorn. You’ll never have to buy or burn microwave popcorn again. Once you try this recipe you’ll never go back! You can even prepare the popcorn the night before and store in an airtight container to enjoy the  next day. Popcorn is a fun, delicious snack for the whole family!

 

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Natalie Portman’s Vegan Wedding

August 11, 2012

(VEGAN CELEBRITY) Vegetarian-turned-vegan actress Natalie Portman married Benjamin Millepied cruelty-free style last weekend. The Black Swan actress wed the French choreographer in a down-to-earth ceremony featuring a vegan menu. The eco-friendly couple also opted to only have flowers that were indigenous to the area. Read on to find out more details about Natalie’s wedding. — Global Animal

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Famous Vegetarian And Vegan Olympians

August 3, 2012

(FAMOUS VEGETARIANS) Olympic athletes are known for having very interesting diets. What they put in their body is a very important component of their strategy for success. The stars of the Olympic games are a huge inspiration to many people so it’s great to know that a large number of them have chosen to be vegetarian and vegan. Read on to learn more about some amazing athletes who decided a cruelty free-diet was the best way to go. — Global Animal

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Meat-Free Monday: Green Couscous Salad

July 30, 2012

(VEGAN RECIPE) Looking for a refreshing summer salad packed with green vegetable goodness? This week’s Meat-Free Monday challenge is a green Israeli couscous salad, and is sure to hit the spot! Israeli couscous is a little larger and has more of a pasta texture than regular couscous. Follow the recipe as is, or use whatever veggies you have in your fridge. Either way this salad is easy to make and will not disappoint! — Global Animal 

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NASA Plans Vegan Menu For Mars Astronauts

July 28, 2012

(SCIENCE/VEGAN) — One NASA research team is dedicated to planning an all vegan menu for the mission to Mars in 2030. The team is focusing on plant-based meals because the astronauts will be able to grow their own plants for cooking on board the spacecraft. So far the researchers have planned over 100 yummy vegan meals. Read on for more on the meat-free trip to Mars. — Global Animal 

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Anne Hathaway Goes Vegan For Catwoman

July 27, 2012

(CELEBRITY VEGAN) — After Anne Hathaway found out she was going to be the next actress to slip on the skin-tight catsuit for The Dark Knight Rises, she abandoned her vegetarian diet for a vegan one. Hathaway said her body became so dependent on healthy eating when she tried to cheat and have a few slices of pizza she felt ill. After filming was over she decided to give veganism a try for good. Read more below on Hathaway’s vegan diet. — Global Animal  

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Megan’s Meat-Free Monday: Quinoa Bowl With Tahini-Lemon Dressing

July 23, 2012

(VEGAN RECIPE) — Hungry? Want something delicious in under thirty minutes? This weeks meat-free monday challenge is my favorite go-to lunch recipe. I always have quinoa on reserve and usually have fresh garlic and ginger lying around. Those three are a mean combination. Just add whatever protein available, beans, tofu, seitan etc. Plus any veggies you have. The tahini-lemon dressing is one recipe that every at-home chef should know. It’s impressive, versatile and delicious. 

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