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Paul McCartney Backs Fox Hunting Ban

Written by Vegetarian Star on Thursday, February 18th, 2010 in Animal Issues, Male Musicians, Male Singers.

Paul McCartney gives a press conference at the European Parliament - Brussels

Paul McCartney is speaking out against a proposal to lift a ban on fox hunting that was put into effect in 2004.

“I, along with the majority of the British public, backed this historic victory for wildlife,” McCartney said, according to Yahoo News.

David Cameron, who is running for Prime Minister for the elections taking place in May, has said he will let members of Parliament decide if the ban should be lifted.

McCartney calls the practice of fox hunting “cruel and unnecessary.”

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Kim Barnouin. Credit-Californiawomen.org

Kim Barnouin, co-author of Skinny Bitch and founder of Healthybitchdaily.com, has been interviewed by the Phillyist.

Skinny Bitch contains some pretty colorful language, which surprise some.

But when it comes to health, sometimes you have to be frank–it’s better to have a dirty mouth than a dirty artery.

“It was a very conscious decision to write the book like we talk normally,” Barnouin explained. “Yes, it’s a little harsh, but our country is in a health crisis. There isn’t time anymore for hand-holding. We wanted to wake people up and make them sit up and take notice about what’s in their food and how it gets to their plate. People are always telling me that because of the language, they were able to learn a lot of information and actually retain it and understand it. We talk to readers like they are our girlfriends: yes, a little potty-mouthed, but meant to be funny, not insulting.”

Kim is completing a cookbook that is scheduled for release later this year.

Read the entire interview with Kim at The Phillyist.

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Slice Of Vegan Celebrity Birthday Cake To (Drum Roll)

Written by Vegetarian Star on Thursday, February 18th, 2010 in Artists, Birthdays, Female Musicians, Female Singers.

The 2010 NAMM Show - Day 1

A big slice of vegan birthday cake goes out to the following vegetarian or vegan celebrities.

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Gabe Saporta Travis McCoy–Who Would You

Written by Vegetarian Star on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Male Singers, Polls/Surveys, Who Would You.

Gabe Saporta and Travis McCoy were two winners of PETA’s Libby awards this year.

Both veggie men love all things hip hop and take a stand against fur.

Of course, Travis might opt for vegan buffalo wings instead of burgers…

John Varvatos "Free The Noise" Party MTV Staying Alive Foundation - Party - Arrivals

Who Would You Rather Do Veggie Burger Lunch With?

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Andre Ward Knocks Out Dog Fighting

Written by Vegetarian Star on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Animal Issues, Athletes-Games-Sports.

Ward v Molina

WBA Super Middleweight Boxing Champion Andre Ward is starring in a PSA for the Knock Out Dog Fighting Program.

The program partners with several organizations that come in contact with juveniles, such as law enforcement, schools and community centers in an effort to stop animal cruelty through education and by providing alternative activities for youth.

“Because of my accomplishments, I have a platform, whether I like it or not, and there are young and older people looking at me saying, ‘Ok, you’ve accomplished these great things but what are you going to do with your platform?’” Ward said.

“I plan to make a difference in the lives of others and bring awareness and knowledge to all who will listen about the cruelties of dog fighting and the link between those who abuse animals and those who abuse people.”

Ward has an undefeated record of 21-0 with 13 KOs as a professional boxer. He is also the only American boxer to win an Olympic gold medal in the past decade.

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Meatless Mouthful–Renee Olstead Secret Life Of Vegetarianism

Written by Vegetarian Star on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Actresses, Food & Drink, Meatless Mouthful.

The Alliance For Children's Rights Annual Dinner Gala

“I not only believe in it for health and ethical reasons, but because of the pollution and other byproducts of the meat industry and the mistreatment of animals.”

—-Renee Olstead, actress from Secret Life of the American Teenager, on why she’s a vegetarian.

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Richard E. Grant Stopped Eating Chicken After Withnail And I

Written by Vegetarian Star on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Actors, Food & Drink.

'My Fair Lady' Opening Night

Actor Richard E. Grant attended a screening of Food Inc., a film that encourages people to learn where their food comes from.

Grant received a shocking message about where chicken comes from during a scene in the movie, Withnail and I.

From Metro:

“It was gruesome in that the chicken that they used, that was alive in one scene in the film, was then decapitated and used later on, so it put me off.”

Needless to say, he doesn’t eat chicken anymore.

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Isabella Rossellini On Italian (Food) Lovers

Written by Vegetarian Star on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Actresses, Environment-Eco-Green, Food & Drink.

2009 Winter TCA Tour - Day 2

Isabella Rossellini was featured in City Paper where she  gave her thoughts on the environment, her vegetarian status and stereotypes about Italian families.

A few bites:

Green Porno, the short-film series you directed, wrote, produced and starred in for Sundance Channel, explores the sex life of marine animals and insects. Some of the films begin with scenes in the kitchen, moving on to the native habitats of the marine creatures — when we return to the kitchen, your character has lost her appetite. Were you a vegetarian prior to or after this project?

Isabella Rossellini: I am almost a vegetarian. I do eat organic chicken and am careful what fish I select. There is a problem of overfishing; you have to ask questions. The place where you buy your fish should have the answers to questions like, where is this salmon from?

What influence can these short films have on viewer’s eating habits?

IR: You know, I think of myself as an entertainer. I am not an activist. That said, I did want to try to frame an environmental message in a comical way.

Italians are often stereotyped as food-lovers. Is meal time and eating together very important to your family?

IR: No. My family life is not centered around food; but of course food is very important. I think being Italian influenced my taste — you know, not eating processed foods, never anything from cans, TV dinners.

Does Isabella enjoy cooking off screen? Find out at City Paper.

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