“Earthlings” is a 2005 American documentary film about humanity’s use of other animals as pets, food, clothing, entertainment, and scientific research…

Covering pet stores, puppy mills, and animal professions, “Earthlings” includes footage obtained through the use of hidden cameras to chronicle the day-to-day practices of some of the largest industries in the world, all of which rely on animals. It draws parallels between racism, sexism, and speciesism.

“Earthlings” creator is Shaun Monson

When this monumental film came to Germany in cinemas, we, the animal rights activists, had a problem: how do we get the masses to watch the film?
On the one hand, the hard pictures were the problem, but on the other hand, it was a problem to arouse interest.
We have come up with an action: we announced in the local newspaper that everyone who goes to the cinema to see “Earthlings” will get 10 euros.
Many people came just because the reward had piqued their curiosity.
The film is tough because the way we treat animals is criminal.
Many left after half an hour, but some saw the film through to the end.
We had no other, better method.

Obviously, there are other methods as well.
Especially in countries where state animal protection and the awareness of the population are still very weak.

And that tells us the case of the Ukrainian activist Maxim Krivozh (Maxim Plokhoi), which I read on the website of the animal liberation press office.
I add the link: https://animalliberationpressoffice.org/NAALPO/

The story in short:

On the 21st of July Maxim Krivozh (Maxim Plokhoi) took 13 hostages in a bus in Lutsk, Ukraine, and declared this day an “Anti – System Day”. He did not demand any money or recognition. He demands were of a political character, but chiefly he demanded that the president of the country post a video where he recommends “everybody to watch the film “Earthlings”.

After 11 hours the president of Ukraine recommended “Earthlings” on his FB page in a video-message.

Thirty minutes later Maxim released all the hostages, they were all alive and healthy. In fact later, according to Ukrainian media, the hostages described Maxim positively and told that he was not threatening them.

The film got the largest attention in the Russian-speaking web.

Now Maxim is locked up. He is being tried as a terrorist. A journalist and animal rights activist named Akmal, when he read about this incident on the news, immediately became curious and decided to get in touch with him.
Maxim asked him to contact you and send you the following message (shortened):

“I am honored to be a “terrorist” under your laws; I am proud to have drawn attention to the terrible truth about the terrorism of the non-Guilty that is being told in the film ‘Earthlings’. The System only understands its own language – the language of power. MAXIMAL ACTION – this is an action of the One. I am your bad conscience”!

My best regards to all, Venus

‘This cow jumped from a ship that was transporting her to the slaughterhouse.
She swam for over 5 hours in a desperate attempt to escape certain death.
She was collected by another boat and slaughtered that same night.
Those 5 hours were the closest thing she felt to freedom in her entire life.
If she didn’t jump off the ship, no one ever would even know she existed.’

Animal Save Movement

What if that were a child or a human person?
Whoever has rights will be respected, whoever has no rights will be slaughtered.

Have a good night, Venus

WAV Comment – they are berry, berry good for you.

Little Monkeys – I only picked them from the garden at lunchtime ! – but hey; they can have some; as long as they don’t eat the lot.

They are named ‘Bodge it’ and ‘Scarper’ – Bodge is the dark brown one and Scarper the sand colour. I must be going mad – they are simply little friends from the League Against Cruel Sports (London) !

Regards Mark

Information supplied by Viva! Health;

https://www.vivahealth.org.uk/a-z/berries?utm_source=Viva%21+Vegan+Charity+-+Email+List&utm_campaign=12b2b8c206-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_03_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_dc176d21d2-12b2b8c206-50196206&mc_cid=12b2b8c206&mc_eid=26c03356b8

Probably the most nutritious, health-protective foods in the world, berries are true heroes.

They contain a wide range of essential nutrients and a whole lot more – a wealth of health-defending antioxidants which have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties and are great for your digestive system.

Even though berries are sweet, they don’t contain much sugar because much of their volume is pumped up by water. What little sugar they provide is well-balanced by the amount of fibre in them so it’s a healthy equation. Berries won’t cause sudden blood sugar spikes and as such are also a great food for diabetics.

Berry magic

Much of the health benefits berries provide are due to the phytochemicals they contain. These potent compounds protect plants against bacterial and fungal infections, UV radiation and environmental damage and they serve a similar purpose in our bodies.

An almost magical bunch of compounds berries contain are called phenols or phenolic compounds. They have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, including heart attacks, cancer, diabetes, arthritis and neurodegenerative diseases. On top of that, they also encourage beneficial bacteria in your gut!

Anthocyanins are a type pf phenolic compound – they’re pigments responsible for the bright red, blue and purple colour of many fruits, vegetables and flowers but they also have strong health-protective properties. They are antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties, have been linked to lower risk of heart disease and even cancer. Anthocyanins tend to be concentrated in the skin of fruits but berries that have a brightly coloured flesh, such as strawberries, blackberries or raspberries, contain more as the whole fruit is saturated with them.

Strawberries

As well as containing the powerful phenols, strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and the important mineral manganese. They also contain decent amounts of folate (vitamin B9) and potassium.

Strawberries have some powerful antioxidants, such as pelargonidin – responsible for their bright red colour – and ellagic acid, which helps to strengthen your immune system.

Whenever you can, buy organic strawberries for maximum health benefits. As a rule of thumb, it’s best to buy strawberries when they’re in season, so they’re local and cheaper – if it’s not strawberry season, go for frozen, rather than imported from far away.

Superfood strawberries agree with most people but not all – some people, who are allergic to tree pollen, are also allergic to strawberries. This kind of allergy includes itching or tingling in the mouth, hives, headaches, swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat, even breathing problems in severe cases. Funnily enough, if you suffer from this allergy but love strawberries, you may be able to eat white strawberries – cultivated so they’re suitable for people with this issue.

Raspberries

Wild raspberries have been gathered by people for millennia and although cultivation may have changed their colour varieties and size, they are still chockful of nutrients. They’re a great source of antioxidants, vitamins C and E, folate, magnesium and even iron!

Raspberry specialty are the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, which can help protect your eyes from blue light damage and prevent macular degeneration.

It’s best to buy organic whenever you can and keep a bag of frozen raspberries on hand for adding to your breakfast, smoothies and desserts.

Blackberries

Blackberries are simply amazing – with all the benefits of other berries, including antioxidants, vitamins C and E, folate, potassium and then some! Their bonus nutrients are vitamin A – essential for healthy vision, immune system and many vital reactions in your body – and vitamin K, essential for blood clotting, bone health and your immune system.

A cup of blackberries also covers about half of your daily need for the mineral manganese, necessary for good bone health, immune system and healing.

Blueberries

Just like blackberries, blueberries contain lots of vitamin K. They have slightly less of the other vitamins than raspberries, blackberries and strawberries but are still a good source!

There are several varieties of blueberries – the kind you commonly buy in the shops originally come from America and have white or translucent flesh. Their anthocyanins are concentrated in the skin only. On the other hand, bilberries – wild European ‘blueberries’ – are dark purple both on the outside and inside and pack a super dose of anthocyanins.

Good to know: all types of blueberries have traditionally been used in the treatment of diarrhoea, thanks to their astringent properties.

How much should you eat?

Berries are among the healthiest foods on the planet and contain more antioxidants than any other fruit so if you can, have some every day! A handful of fresh or thawed berries is enough – added to your morning cereal, smoothie or as a part of a dessert. Sadly, jam or any kind of heat-processed berry products don’t count. If you’re travelling and need something that’ll keep, freeze dried berries are also a good option. 

Regards Mark (and Foxes !)

Enjoy one of the best of British:

…and we are sure you know why

Have a good night, Venus