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If animals could speak, would we understand them?
In his latest book, David Brooks questions human exceptionalism, drawing on the work of a wide range of thinkers and writers.
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You don’t have to be embarrassed to be vegan
The more welcoming and accessible veganism becomes, the closer we’ll get to our goal: a world free of cruelty.
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Why are we outraged about eating dog, but not bacon?
The morality of which animals we can and can’t eat doesn’t stand up to scrutiny.
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Does taking part in Veganuary put people off meat in the long term? Here’s what the evidence shows
In 2024, 25 million people gave up meat for Veganuary. For many, it was a lasting change.
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Mind-bending, body-snatching, blood-sucking: parasites are bizarre yet vital for life on Earth
An ecologist shares his passion for parasites. From their vital roles in nature, to strange super powers and extraordinarily complex life cycles, parasites are natural wonders worthy of protection.
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What if every pet was vegan? Here’s how much it would help the planet
If every dog ate a vegan diet, it would prevent the equivalent of the UK’s annual CO₂ emissions.
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Eating red meat may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes – not a lot of people know that
It’s not just sugary foods that cause type 2 diabetes. Red meat plays a part too.
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What ancient Greek and Roman philosophers thought about vegetarianism
The first argument came from a Roman philosopher called Sextius, who was known for his simple lifestyle.
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‘Safe route’ or ‘sushi route’ − 2 strategies to turn yuck to yum and convince people to eat unusual foods
Past shifts in food habits suggest there are 2 paths to the adoption of new foods: One relies on familiarity and safety, the other on novelty and excitement.
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Fossil Fuel Interests Are Working to Kill Solar in One Ohio County. The Hometown Newspaper Is Helping.
A retired gas industry executive, a shadowy “grassroots” group and a controversial media company are spreading misinformation while turning residents against a proposed solar farm — and each other.
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