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Vegan Cuisine with a Good Ol’ African Touch – You Don’t Want to Miss Out

Believe it or not, vegan food is officially taking over the streets of Oakland, California. Don’t believe us? Just head down to any of the branches of Kwik Way burger shops located near Oakland’s Lake Merritt. One would think that the long queue of hungry foodies awaits a special beef or chicken burger but, wouldn’t you be surprised to know that hundreds die to get their hands on some garlic noodles with lumpia, shrimp po’boy sandwiches, and barbecue...

Fashion

How to Make Sustainable Fashion a Priority for Everyone

Sustainable fashion has gained attention in recent years, but many consumers still struggle to make ethical choices. Encouraging more people to support sustainable fashion requires creativity, awareness, and engagement. Several key figures in the industry are working on innovative storytelling methods to inspire action. At a recent gathering at The Pig Hotel in Dorset, sustainability experts and journalists discussed an important question - How do you make people care about climate change? The fashion industry plays a crucial...

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Life Expectancy in the U.S. Increases to 78.4 Years as the COVID-19 Pandemic Whisks Away!

U.S. life expectancy is bouncing back, signaling a remarkable turnaround from the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the average lifespan climbed to 78.4 years, almost a full year higher than in 2022, when it was 77.5 years. The upward trend, driven by fewer deaths from COVID-19, heart disease, and drug overdoses, highlights a hopeful resurgence in public health. However, this is the second consecutive year of improvement after a sharp drop during the pandemic, which saw...