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Having been vegan for over two years, I feel I have to say something to encourage people to try veganism or at least consider reducing their meat consumption. This year, my mum has decided to take part in Veganuary, something she admits is going to be challenging, despite having been a vegetarian for over 30 […]

Here at Beep/Bringing Words to Life, we pride ourselves on providing a platform for young writers to nurture their writing skills, which obviously encouraged our final list to feature our top stories of the year. Whether it be reviewing the latest blockbuster or tackling issues that really resonate with our writers and in turn educate […]

For years we have seen escalating deforestation rates across the globe as a result of increasing demand for natural resources and land space. While efforts are consistently made to resist these deforestation rates, the issues are only continuing to escalate, especially Amazon deforestation rates. With the recency of the COP26 climate conference, many people would […]

When it comes to tackling climate change globally, one of the ways we can all contribute towards the battle is to improve our lifestyles. So, what are some of the things we can to to live a sustainable life? 5. Energy usage Arguably a pretty obvious method of increasing your sustainability, monitoring your energy usage […]

COP26 has finally arrived and news from the event has been hard to escape. From the vast wealth of world leaders to the attendance of numerous celebrities, why exactly is the summit such an important event? COP events bring together leaders from across the world to discuss climate issues and how we should approach them […]

COP26 is underway now, and as a Glasgow resident, I can see firsthand the impact this conference is having on the city. Police squads roam frequently, many famous buildings have protective measures being put around them, and transport is completely compromised. Clearly, this is an event that brings unprecedented attention to the city. Many of […]

For some time now, Facebook has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. From the recent server outages to the US government’s calls for the company to split up, Facebook has certainly been stuck in the spotlight. The company has now, however, announced its intentions to build a metaverse. Many people will likely […]

With the growing concern with the environment and climate change, many activist groups have taken it upon themselves to demand change from the government. Insulate Britain have angered many British people over their controversial protests. Insulate Britain is a climate change pressure group that claims to use “non-violent civil disobedience” as a means of protest. […]

In the medical field, it has been clear for some time that antibiotics only last for so long. According to a WHO report, the world is running out of them. So, while traditional options are running out, could we turn to the deep sea for new treatments? Many scientists and researchers believe that the deep […]

As the COP26 summit in Glasgow approaches, many eyes across the globe are focusing on climate change. Prior to the summit in November, Bangladesh has claimed that developed countries should compensate poorer countries impacted by climate issues largely caused by pollution. The calls for this compensation have come from the Bangladeshi Minister for Foreign Affairs, […]

After placing second on Love Island in 2019, Molly-Mae Hague has become the face of UK influencers. She has built an enviable career, not just as a former ‘love islander’, but developed a brand for herself, struck up a plethora of lucrative brand deals and holds an impressive six million Instagram followers. Molly-Mae’s rise to […]

Brazil is one of the largest, most fascinating places on Earth, with one of the most detailed and layered histories of any country. Modern Brazil is just as interesting, and here we will look at ten facts about it here today. 1. Tribes Brazil has a high number of nomadic tribes who have had no […]

The marine habitat is without a doubt one of the most heavily impacted ecosystems when it comes to invasive operations. One of the most harmful actions on these precious biological communities is undocumented fishing. In July, numerous Chinese trawlers were stopped in the waters of Pakistan due to a suspicion that they were illegally fishing […]

Many believe big change is needed to protect the planet and the people on it. In reality, it is the smallest creatures flying around that keep everything in balance. Those creatures are bees. What do bees do that is so essential? The list is so numerous you couldn’t even begin to count. For a start, […]

It’s common knowledge that the planet is currently undergoing serious climate change as a result of global warming. While many argue about the real impact of global warming, the recent heat dome in Canada has proven the severity of the issue. The heat dome which has formed over Canada has caused absolutely insane levels of […]

The Great Barrier Reef is perhaps one of the most important ecosystems on the planet. While many people are aware of its great beauty, a lot of people are unaware of the potential danger this ecosystem is in. The decline in the Great Barrier Reef has gradually been building over the years. Between 1995 and […]

A recent video of the ocean that began to circulate on social media prompted many Twitter users to liken what they were seeing to the film franchise Pacific Rim. The shocking scenes of the Gulf of Mexico ablaze felt far from being set in reality. Despite the appearance of the burning waters being comparable to […]

Oceanwide environmental damage is a major concern. As a result of the single-use plastics used during the Coronavirus pandemic, there has been an increased concern about microplastics in fish. Microplastics are extremely small pieces of plastic debris that are caused by the breakdown of larger plastics such as carrier bags in the ocean. They are also […]

The problem of climate change is out of control, and Netflix’s new documentary Seaspiracy explains why.  Having watched my fair share of animal-agriculture related documentaries, it is Seaspiracy which has truly shocked me to the core. I have avoided eating meat and fish for several years now, and have always been aware of how damaging […]

A recent study conducted by the British Lung Foundation and Asthma UK has found that six million over-65s are at risk of developing lung damage and asthma attacks due to polluted air. The report found that British life expectancy is cut short by six months, on average, due to the effects of toxic air on […]

David Attenborough‘s witness statement, A Life on Our Planet, is strong stuff. It always is from the 93-year-old TV veteran, but with his most recent documentary now available on Netflix, you can sense there’s an urgency to Attenborough’s message this time. He is serious – he’s almost desperate. For many years now, we have known […]

It’s unlikely that you or I will ever experience the feeling of being the only person on a plane as it crosses borders 30,000 feet up. Contrastingly, for some, the only way to enter a new country is by privately jetting off in a swanky Bombardier jet. Private jet sustainability has been threatened in the […]

Climate change activist Greta Thunberg has been given the honour of having a newly-discovered beetle named after her. Scientists at the Natural History Museum in London officially named the beetle Nelloptodes gretae due to the 16-year-old’s “outstanding contribution” to leading the fight towards environmental reform. Although it may seem slightly offensive to some to have […]

In our modern world, self-image is everything. Since a very young age, our generation has been essentially demanded to look the best they can, with the help of such things as social media. Don’t get me wrong, I fully agree that having your own style is extremely valuable and being interested in fashion is not […]

Our Planet is a TV series originally broadcast by the BBC, but now streaming on Netflix. Narrated by the amazing David Attenborough and filmed across the world, Our Planet is all about animals, their habitats and how they survive in difficult circumstances. This is a popular series that has inspired people to be more aware […]

Deforestation is one of the saddest things to read about in the world. Hearing that 18 million acres of land are lost to deforestation each year is gutting – not least when so much of that land is home to beautiful animals and breathtaking plants. But there’s more to deforestation than you think. It’s a […]

At b**p we always strive to deliver the truth to our readers, and, in part, we did this with our article on the agricultural industry feeding the fires in the Amazon rainforest. However, that’s not the full truth. In fact, there’s a lot more to the Amazon fires than simply going vegan. The truth about […]

We all know someone who is boycotting McDonald’s because of their new paper straws, and while it seems like a revolutionary step towards a cleaner Earth, the reality is far from it. It appears that a lot of food establishments are ‘eco-friendly’ because of this new trend, but they fail to consider the fact that […]

Animal testing is a controversial issue which is avoided by many for reasons such as personal guilt, lack of understanding and ignorance. It’s completely understandable to want to shut out the inhumane and cruel realities of something like animal testing, especially when you’ve been led to believe it’s the only option. Be it testing life-saving […]

You’ve most likely seen it a million and one times on social media. Photos, videos, campaigns and information about the Amazon Rainforest fire. Though it was a couple of weeks ago now, yet more fires have been sparked in the rainforest. Whether this is another world crisis that you’ve desensitised yourself to, or if you’re […]

It’s 2019. You would think considering the technological advancement over the past 100 years that we, as a ‘smart’ race, could actually safeguard our future. We’ve gone from the industrial revolution – a period in time fuelled by a thirst for knowledge – to now: a time where we’ve all miraculously and unanimously decided to […]

Many people choose to eradicate animal produce from their diet to try and save the planet. But are they doing more harm than good? Here we explore whether the vegan diet is really as eco-friendly as we think. The vegan illusion Growing crops is often not the perfect method of food production that many people […]

With hundreds upon hundreds of diet, exercise and lifestyle changes in this social media-orientated era being spread like wildfire, it’s hard to not scoff at the idea of veganism. As veganism is such a daunting change that disregards traditions that go back hundreds and hundreds of years, it’s no wonder people find the idea of […]

Fast food giant McDonald’s has come under fire after it was revealed that their self-proclaimed “eco-friendly” paper straws cannot be recycled. Just last year McDonald’s ditched plastic straws in aid of helping with the environmental crisis. It led the way for other companies – big and small – to scrap their plastic straws too. In […]

It has been a while since PETA (the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) last upset everyone. The latest hill PETA is willing to die on is the idea that human beings are of exactly the same importance as animals. The organisation has annoyed the Internet this week by inferring that pigeons can be […]

The House of Representatives in the Philippines has passed a bill which requires all students leaving primary school, high school and further education to plant at least ten trees in order to graduate. The bill which has been titled the “Graduation Legacy for the Environment Act” was passed after its third reading. The students can […]

It would be completely futile to delve into why we all need to reduce waste and minimize the impact we have on the environment. From a barely-discernible ocean covered in plastic waste to footage of a lorry-full of refuse being pulled from a whale’s stomach, these images, however often they appear on Facebook and Instagram, […]

For many years now, toy brands have been much more conscious about manufacturing toys that perpetuate outdated gender roles and stereotypes. Barbie, a brand owned by Mattel, has been a pioneer in era-appropriate toys. It has sold career themed dolls for decades, including the famous 1989 Unicef ambassador doll (left) and the 1963 executive career […]

Coral Reefs are, without a doubt, one of nature’s most fascinating places. Accounting for less than 0.1% of the ocean, they are not only breathtakingly beautiful but incredibly rare (and becoming rarer). The rainforests of the sea, as they are often referred to, are incredibly delicate ecosystems and subject to immense damage from humans. More […]

There must be at least one person out there who agrees. It’s Christmas day. You delve halfway into a pile of presents – significantly smaller in size than last year – and you find yourself opening…please, no! It’s a Lynx set, again! To make matters worse, it’s either the abhorrent ‘Dark Temptation’ or every pubescent schoolboy’s […]

Level up It was A-level results day for students all across the country this week. The length and breadth of Britain, there were some teens taking to Twitter to express their joy, and others taking to vodka to express their disappointment… and also their joy. For those directly involved it can seem like the most […]

Fridge geezer A South African woman is recovering in hospital after she was discovered alive in a mortuary fridge. Paramedics had declared her dead following a road accident. The ambulance company retains that she had shown ‘no signs of life’, which as a student, is more than can be said for some of the things […]