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?? Millie Bobby Brown has revealed that all of her pets are rescued animals. The Stranger Things star, who has a well-known love for animals, shared in an interview that she and her fiancé, have several rescue dogs and prioritize adopting over buying. Brown has previously supported animal welfare causes and encouraged her fans to consider pet adoption. How important is it for public figures to promote pet adoption and animal rescue? Read the full article at the link below. ??

? Maria Branyas Morera, who lived to 117, credited her longevity to “luck and good genetics.” Researchers found that her DNA and gut microbiome functioned as if they belonged to someone much younger. While genetics played a key role, her lifestyle- abstaining from alcohol and smoking, engaging in moderate exercise, and following a Mediterranean diet, also contributed. She prioritized emotional stability, social connections, and positivity. Her diet, rich in whole, plant-based foods, helped reduce inflammation and disease risk. What do you think plays the biggest role in longevity: genetics, diet, lifestyle habits, or emotional well-being? Read the full article at the link below. ??

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?? Liberty is a new short film that explores disability, art, and animal rights through the story of painter Gretchen Ryan. Paralyzed at 16, Ryan spent six years creating Liberty Leading the Animals, a 13-foot-wide painting inspired by Delacroix’s Liberty Leading the People. The film highlights resilience and compassion, connecting art with real-life rescued animals. The film will premiere alongside the unveiling of Ryan’s painting in LA on May 16, 2025. How do you think art can be used to inspire greater empathy for animals and promote animal rights? Read the full article at the link below. ??

?? The 2025 Food 4 Thought Festival, hosted by the student-led nonprofit Food 4 Thought Innovations (F4T), will take place at Harvard University from April 11-13, bringing together students, researchers, and industry leaders to explore plant-based food innovation and sustainable food systems. The festival will include panels, a career fair, and networking opportunities across sectors like food tech, public policy, and climate science. F4T aims to equip students with the knowledge to drive a plant-rich food future, aligning with global efforts to reduce meat consumption and cut greenhouse gas emissions. How do you think student-led initiatives like the Food 4 Thought Festival can help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, plant-based food system? Read the full article at the link below. ??

?? CULT Food Science’s subsidiary, Further Foods, has partnered with a cultivated meat supplier to develop Noochies!, a line of pet treats made from lab-grown meat. The treats will debut at the Global Pet Show in Orlando from March 26-28. Further Foods is also expanding into Southeast Asia, where it has received initial orders. The supplier is seeking FDA approval, which will help streamline the product’s launch in the US. Would you feel comfortable feeding your pet cultivated meat treats? Read the full article at the link below. ??

?? McDonald’s Canada is testing the McVeggie, a new meat-free burger featuring a vegetable-based patty, at select locations in British Columbia, Ontario, and New Brunswick until April 14. Unlike past attempts with Beyond Meat, this burger focuses on whole vegetables like soybeans, carrots, and peas, aiming to appeal to Canadians who are reducing red meat consumption. The company is gathering feedback from this trial to determine if the burger will be launched nationwide. Would you be more likely to try McDonald’s new McVeggie burger because it’s made with real vegetables? Read the full article at the link below. ??

Join us for this week's Women Founder Wednesday Preview! ???? Women Founder Wednesday is a weekly newsletter by?Vegan Women Summit, featuring over a dozen stories of women founders in the future of food, fashion, beauty, and biotechnology. ?? Our newsletter reaches the inboxes of over 30,000 sustainable founders, investors, consumers, and more. ?? Check out this week's highlights, then subscribe to the full newsletter to get the full weekly digest every Wednesday. ???? #sustainable #founders #women