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These vegan recipes are simple and delicious! All of these recipes keep the ingredient count under 10, so you know they’re going to be affordable, easy, and simple! Don’t forget to check out our Quick & Easy Rec […]

Non-dairy milks are pretty mainstream; you can find them in coffee shops, some boba tea places, and many places offer their typical options made with non-dairy milk. When you’re just starting out with trying out […]

Caviar is an expensive seafood dish made of fish eggs, usually from sturgeon. While caviar is not in any way vegan (or even vegetarian) that’s not the only reason why you shouldn’t be eating it. This fishy ‘de […]

As discussions about treating animals ethically progress, it’s difficult to graze over zoos and just how ethical or unethical they are. To start, we have to acknowledge there are people who work in and run zoos t […]

Pacific Environment released a new study that sheds light on maritime shipping pollution.  According to the study, fossil fuel cargo ships burn “some of the world’s dirtiest and carbon-intensive fuels,” and prior […]

According to CBS News, 17 million gallons of raw sewage was ejected into Santa Monica Bay after a power outage on Sunday. The discharge has led to Southern California beaches closing for the week. 

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Solar power systems are becoming simpler (or more complicated if you prefer) and cheaper as the years’ pass. There are, of course, large-scale, grid-tied home systems that are a popular way to get tax write-offs […]

Biophilia is the inherent human need to connect with nature and all the life that lives in it with us. It’s an interesting concept because as humans, we’ve isolated ourselves and the ‘dominant species’ when in […]

Just as you start to dust off your shorts, t-shirts, and flip-flops, and daydream of evenings on the porch, hiking in the woods, and picnics by the creek, the mosquitos, no-see-ums, and all their other buzzing […]

In a world of neutrals and minimalism, it’s easy to forget how important color is in our lives. The psychology behind color is fascinating and strongly supports the idea that color can change the way you feel. You […]

A new documentary film, We Don’t Deserve Dogs, chronicles the unique relationship between humans and dogs around the world. The director of the film, Matthew Salleh, reflects on some of his observations about our […]

Though cacti do occasionally appear on menus, it is usually presented as nopales (the leaf or pad) or prickly pear (the fruit). Luckily for those of us keen to chow down on some cactus, nopales and prickly pears […]

If you’re a fan of fish and are wondering how to live a lifestyle without fish, this meal plan is from you. From fillets to sushi to crab cakes, this meal plan is filled with fish-less deliciousness. Usually, fish […]

Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG) announced this summer that it was conducting an internal review to look for “inequities or anomalies” with how Black artists have been compensated for their music. This was done in […]

Animal exploitation and abuse are not an exception nor a rarity in today’s society; they are the norm. They happen everywhere in such an abundance that not supporting animal cruelty is not the default, but a […]

Dillan the Asiatic Bear has become something of a celebrity at The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado. These days, he is known for his remarkable resilience and playfulness, which is particularly […]

When we hear news stories of animals being rescued from smugglers or sadly killed by smugglers, it’s important to remember that there are so many times smugglers aren’t caught. And all those times, plenty of […]

We’re all going through a strange and tough time and pantry staples are more important than ever. If you’ve got a can of chickpeas on hand, just know there are many different recipes to use them in! Chickpeas are […]

COVID-19 has affected so many people and there is no way to prepare for what might happen when you’re infected. No one can be completely prepared for living through a pandemic. So many people’s lives were […]

Chocolate and banana are an iconic duo. They were basically meant to be eaten together. Wonderful on their own, these two ingredients can make their way into an abundance of amazing dishes and these chocolate […]