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PETA Protester Confronts Pharrell Williams During Film Premiere

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A protester from the organization, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), disrupted a speech being given by Pharrell Williams at a Biopic Premiere in Toronto.  She rushed the stage with a white sign in her hand that read:  Pharrell: Stop Supporting Killing Animals for Fashion.  Pharrell was in Toronto to support his LEGO biopic entitled, Piece by Piece.   The protester directed a number of statements towards Pharrell and the audience concerning his role as men's creative director at Louis Vuitton.   "Your Louis Vuitton collection … Pharrell’s collection is made from their blood,” the protester shouted to the audience. “Pharrell stop torturing animals! Ostriches are being hung upside down, electrocuted with their necks slit.”   PETA is petitioning Louis Vuitton to stop abusing animals and using their bodily materials for the purpose of fashion creation.  During the protest, Pharrell made a pause during his speech and outrightly agreed with the protester.  "Ok.

Are you the next Green News Guide Writer?

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The Green News Guide is hiring! We are looking for green writers who will contribute to the Green News Guide articles section! if you are passionate about green living and are also a great writer, you might want to think about applying!!! Candidates with a bachelor's or associate's degree is preferred however, writers in high school are welcome if you are enrolled in advanced placement English. View the job listing details on indeed here: https://indeedhi.re/2HnrmiF

6 Fruits with the Highest Protein Content

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Protein can be obtained through both plant and animal based sources. High protein diets for weight loss remain a very controversial topic in health circles. The actual amount of protein required by the human body is unclear as new research on the topic continues to be published. Are you a vegan or vegetarian and unsure about which fruits would be a great supplement to your diet? read on to learn about six fruits with the highest protein content! 1.) SOURSOP Soursop is practically the king of fruits when it comes to protein content. It contains a whopping 6 grams of protein. This miracle fruit has significant anti-inflammatory and anti-cancerous properties. It is high in phenols and alkaloids and a wonderful alkaline fruit to add to your diet. Just be sure to avoid the seeds as they can be toxic if consumed in large amounts. Soursop has been proven to fight cancer cells and inhibit the growth of these cells. 2.) PINEAPPLE Pineapple comes in a close second at 4.9 grams of protein in

Alkaline Water: Is it Truly Beneficial ?

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Many popular American foods are flooded with sugar, unhealthy doses of salt, and bleached, white flour. Processed food is widely available in grocery stores and wholesale food markets all over the United States. Fast food restaurants are practically on every block and corner. Fast food and processed food has been a significant part of American culture. The foods that Americans are consuming may have to do with the increasing rates of diabetes, heart disease and cancer that our society is currently experiencing. Consuming food and drinks that are plant-based, nutrient-filled and organic is the best route to inner and outer health. Fast food and processed food can affect the body's acid-alkaline balance. The body's pH is usually between the range of 7.35 and 7.45 on the acid base scale. When acid forming foods are consumed on a daily basis, this place the body's internal environment in an acidic state. An internal, acidic environment can lead to sickness and disease.

WeWork Reduces Carbon Footprint with Meat Ban

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Wework is taking steps towards drastically reducing their corporate carbon footprint. The company issued an announcement this week stating that they are banning employees from expensing meals that contain red meat, poultry and pork. This meat-banning move will also include those meals served at corporate events. WeWork decided to incorporate a meat ban due to research, which suggests that taking meat out of one’s diet can be most impactful for reducing the environmental issues that this global society faces. Miguel Mckelvey, CEO of WeWork, stated to employees: “New research indicates that avoiding meat is one of the biggest things an individual can do to reduce their personal environmental impact, even more than switching to a hybrid car.” The self-serve kiosks in WeWorks’ 400 locations will no longer have meat on the menu. WeWork estimates that 15, 507, 103 animals, 16 billion gallons of water and 445 million pounds of carbon dioxide will be will be saved by 2023 due to this initiat