Hey, reader...

Like what you’re reading? This is your chance to support the high-quality, nonprofit, international news you read here. And when you make a gift now, and your donation will be matched.

Double my donation > No thanks

Food

Meet Nigeria’s small but growing vegetarian and vegan community

The World

April 23, 2019

In Nigeria, many say being a vegetarian is just not ... Nigerian. But a tiny, growing group is trying to promote a vegetarian — even vegan — diet.

Food

In Japan, few people eat whale meat anymore, but whaling remains popular

The World

April 17, 2019

In Japan, people only eat about 30 grams of whale meat a year — about the size of a slice of ham. So, why is whaling still so popular there?

Food

Is coffee essential? Switzerland says no.

The World

April 12, 2019

The country this week decided it would no longer require companies to stockpile coffee. For those working in the coffee business, it’s a slight.

For these vegans in the Palestinian territories, food is a form of protest

GlobalPost

March 20, 2019

These Palestinian vegans struggle against Israeli occupation in the West Bank through animal rights and food activism.

Conflict

The Choctaw of Oklahoma stepped up to help the Irish during the potato famine

The World

March 18, 2019

It’s little known, but the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has ties to Ireland dating back to the Irish Potato Famine.

Can this radical approach to dairies save US farms?

Civil Eats

March 12, 2019

Canada's practice of limiting milk production ensures a stable market for its dairy farmers. It’s also being touted as a potential solution to the US dairy crisis.

Culture

This tour group takes you beyond the border to Nogales’ culinary scene

The World

February 25, 2019

The Border Community Alliance takes hundreds of Americans each year to see what’s really on the other side of the border. The Arizona-based nonprofit offers multiple travel itineraries, including overnight tours and day-trips, all of them meant to counteract fears about the border region.

Food

Montana ranchers are kicking up dust to bring back country of origin labels on meat

Civil Eats

February 13, 2019

A newly proposed bill would require COOL placards for beef and pork sold in Montana, and supporters want to see the return of a national policy.

Global Politics

Showdown looms as Venezuela's Guaido sets aid entry date

Reuters

February 13, 2019

Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido told a huge rally of supporters on Tuesday that humanitarian aid would enter the country on Feb. 23, setting the stage for a showdown with President Nicolas Maduro who has refused to let supplies in.

What the US could learn from Slovenia about protecting bees

Civil Eats

February 05, 2019

The tiny Eastern European nation is a hotbed of successful beekeeping — and its practices and policies could help pollinators in the US.

Pages

Major funding provided by:

A Partner of OZY Media News

We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. To learn more, review our Cookie Policy. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies and Privacy Policy.

Ok, I understand. Close

SUPPORT GLOBAL JOURNALISM. Donate today and your gift will be matched.

Give now > No Thanks