Should vegans eat at fast-food chains? The McDonald’s ‘vegan’ burger debate explained
THE BIG DEBATE: With a growing number of fast-food chains adding vegan options to their menus, we look at both sides of the debate about the ethics of eating at them.
What is pharmaceutical animal testing and how does it work in the UK?
Animals have been used in medical tests for hundreds of years, and the horrific experiments are common practice in the UK. Here, we break down what the law is, whether the tests work, and what the alternatives are.
Is animal testing for cosmetics returning to the UK? Everything we know
Following reports that animal testing for cosmetics could once again be allowed in the UK, we look at what that could mean for the future of the cruel and unnecessary practice.
Advocating for insects: why, what and how to campaign effectively
Ending our series on insect agriculture that marked the release of our latest video, Dr Alex Lockwood discusses insect advocacy. When we have so much trouble helping non-vegans to make the ethical connection with traditionally farmed animals, how can we hope to do it with crickets and caterpillars?
Do insects feel pain?
FACT CHECK: Whether or not insects can feel pain is subject to debate due to the fact that there’s no tangible way of measuring it. Here, we look at the scientific evidence...
We need to talk about the rise of veganism
In our latest Surge video, co-director Ed Winters gives a succinct rundown of the many reasons why veganism is on the rise. Produced for EuroNews, the video goes through everything from preventing the next global pandemic, to tackling environmental destruction.