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Animal testing is an outdated method of testing the safety of cosmetics. While many companies still rely on it, consumers are demanding cruelty-free alternatives.
Animal Testing•10 min read
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Pigs suffer a bad reputation — but science shows they are smart, caring and even clean.
Science•10 min read
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Contrary to popular belief, the pet food industry is not its own, separate part of the supply chain. It relies on leftover meat produced for human consumption.
Health•8 min read
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"Fake meat" has long been used as an insult to the alternative protein market but in reality natural meat is far worse for the planet.
Climate•9 min read
Oat milk has become a popular alternative to dairy in recent years, with its healthy nutritional profile and lower impact on animals and the planet.
Health•8 min read
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Leather made from mushrooms is a cruelty-free and environmentally friendly alternative to animal hides, including cow and lamb.
Food•7 min read
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Here are 12 of the most effective ways to fix climate change. Everyone can help.
Climate•6 min read
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A breakdown of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by state, sector, year and type of gas.
Climate•9 min read
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Fish and other marine life are farmed in the billions, in the water-based equivalent of factory farming seen on land.
Aquaculture•8 min read
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70 percent of the world's salmon comes from farmed fish operations.
Aquaculture•8 min read
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Animal agriculture is responsible for 16.5 percent of all global greenhouse emissions.
Climate•7 min read
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A growing number of vegan bodybuilders prove you can meet the body's protein requirements without meat.
Diet•8 min read
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Though bullfighting is often portrayed as a fair fight between man and animal, the bull experiences stress, physical pain and, ultimately, death.
Policy•8 min read
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