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Free Coffee! PETA to Hijack Starbucks Customers in Surcharge War

Because Starbucks agrees that animal-friendly vegan milks are better for the planet than dairy milk but insists on charging extra for them, PETA supporters will gather outside the chain’s Fells Point location on Saturday to intercept would-be customers with free RISE Brewing Co. vegan lattes made with creamy oat milk. The action comes after nearly 150,000 PETA supporters asked Starbucks to end its vegan upcharge.

When:      Saturday, January 28, 11:15 a.m.

Where:    Starbucks, 631 S. Broadway, Baltimore

“Starbucks is counting its beans when it should be counting the number of customers it will lose if it doesn’t end the vegan milk upcharge,” says PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman. “People who choose to drink responsibly for the sake of animals or their own health or because they know that dairy farming is fueling the climate catastrophe are angry with the company for placing profits above ethics.”

PETA has also held vegan coffee drink giveaways outside Starbucks locations in Loveland, Colorado; Omaha, Nebraska; Cincinnati, and numerous other cities.

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Animal Advocates to Hijack Starbucks Customers in Surcharge War

Because Starbucks agrees that animal-friendly vegan milks are better for the planet than dairy milk but insists on charging extra for them, Revolution Philadelphia activists and PETA supporters will be outside the chain’s 16th and Walnut location on Sunday to intercept would-be customers with free RISE Brewing Co. vegan lattes made with creamy oat milk. The action comes after nearly 150,000 PETA supporters asked Starbucks to end its vegan upcharge.

When:      Sunday, January 29, 8:15 a.m.

Where:    Starbucks, 1528 Walnut St., Philadelphia

“Starbucks is counting its beans when it should be counting the number of customers it will lose if it doesn’t end the vegan milk upcharge,” says PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman. “People who choose to drink responsibly for the sake of animals or their own health or because they know that dairy farming is fueling the climate catastrophe are angry with the company for placing profits above ethics.”

PETA has also held vegan coffee drink giveaways outside Starbucks locations in Loveland, Colorado; Omaha, Nebraska; Cincinnati, and numerous other cities

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Here Are Some of the Best Vegan Eats at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood and Orlando

Many vegan options are available at both Universal CityWalk locations in California and Florida. These shopping, dining, and cinema centers are attached to the Universal Studios parks in Hollywood and Orlando, but you don’t need a ticket to enjoy everything they have to offer. We’ve identified some of the best cruelty-free offerings at both locations to help make your day a little easier!

HOLLYWOOD

Nondairy Ice Cream at Ben & Jerry’s

Stop in for a scoop of almond milk– or sunflower butter–based ice cream. Ben & Jerry’s has tons of vegan options, and the shop always offers a few of those flavors.

Spaghetti Marinara at Buca di Beppo

At Buca di Beppo, many of the pastas are vegan, as are the marinara and garlic olive oil sauces. You can even add some toppings for free—we love spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and poached garlic.

Dan Dan Noodles with Mushrooms at Dongpo Kitchen

These slurpable noodles can be made spicy or mild. Help save animals by choosing the rich, flavorful mushroom option.

Beyond Paradise Burger at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville

Ready for a vegan cheeseburger in paradise? This one comes with dairy-free American cheese and a flavorful egg-free “paradise island” sauce, so it’s friendly to cows and chickens. Don’t forget the margarita, of course!

The Grain Bowl at NBC Sports Grill & Brew

For a healthy option, try this bowl, which is packed with mixed grains, snow peas, sweet potato, tofu, and avocado and topped with a spicy peanut sauce.

Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets and Popcorn at Universal Cinema AMC

You have to have a snack at the movies, so pick up some animal-free chicken nuggets and popcorn with dairy-free butter at AMC. Pro tip: Order ahead using the AMC app for express pickup.

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ORLANDO

Vegan Doughnuts at Voodoo Doughnut

Both CityWalk locations have Voodoo Doughnut stores, where you can choose from a variety of tasty vegan doughnuts. The Portland Cream is one of our favorites.

Right Side Up Shake at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

You’d better come ready with your sweet tooth—this massive vegan milkshake is topped with whipped cream, pineapple, and a hefty slice of pineapple upside down cake.

Beyond Smokehouse Burger at NBC Sports Grill & Brew

NBC Sports Grill & Brew serves a Beyond Burger that’s stacked with BBQ jackfruit for a pig-friendly take on pulled pork. It even comes with a slice of vegan American cheese.

Hot Vegan Sandwich at Bread Box Handcrafted Sandwiches

This hot grilled sandwich comes with veggies, vegan pepper jack cheese, and a dairy-free basil pesto sauce. Bread Box also serves an indulgent and chocolaty vegan brownie.

Beyond the Original Orange Chicken at Panda Express

A classic Panda Express dish made without harming chickens? It is a sweet-tangy option we love and can be served alongside Panda’s other vegan options like the chow mein, white rice, and super greens.

Note: There may be other vegan options that aren’t included on this list, and items are subject to availability, so be sure to check with each restaurant to see what’s on the menu when you visit.

Simply by choosing vegan options, you can help spare the lives of countless cows, chickens, pigs, fish, and other animals who are used for food. Learn more about going vegan by ordering your free vegan starter kit today:

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MIT Experimenter Leaves Monkey in Restraint Chair for 18 Hours; PETA Files Complaint

Please see the following statement from PETA Senior Vice President Kathy Guillermo regarding a just-posted inspection report issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for serious violations of federal animal welfare regulations.

According to the report, a rhesus macaque was “restrained in a primate chair” for “an experimental session.” The experimenter failed to monitor the animal and “subsequently forgot that the session was running and left the facility for the evening.” The monkey’s plight wasn’t discovered until 8:30 the following morning.

The MIT experimenter and other staff who went home for the evening and forgot—for 18 hours—a monkey left in a restraint device should be fired immediately. There is no excuse for torturing an animal this way. Monkeys in restraint chairs are held fast by their neck and limbs, and it’s unfathomable that no one helped this animal between 2 p.m. and the end of the day. This disturbing incident reveals exactly how little consideration animal experimenters give to the animals they exploit. This monkey’s life and comfort were of no concern to the people who use him as though he were nothing more than an inanimate tool for experimentation.

MIT was also cited by the USDA in a September 20, 2022, inspection report, which documented that a monkey who was transported to a restraint chair with a metal collar around his neck sustained bruising around both eyes and his mouth due to improper handling. According to the report, laboratory personnel didn’t know how to handle the macaque and failed to notice the bruising. Last year, MIT received nearly $118 million from the National Institutes of Health—and about half that money was directed toward experiments on animals. The university must redirect its resources toward modern, non-animal research methods that actually help humans, and we urge officials there to adopt PETA’s Research Modernization Deal.

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