PBN Newsletter - 14th October

What’s moving In the world this week...

Author

Tom Leach
October 14, 2026

Footballer Chris Smalling Says He’s Been Vegan For ‘Nearly 10 Years’

Chris Smalling recently confirmed that he has been vegan for “nearly 10 years.”

The footballer made the comments in a short video for his new club, Portugal’s FC Porto, which has won all seven league games this season. Smalling, a former Manchester United and England defender, joined FC Porto earlier this month.

Other Stories This Week

Tinned ‘Mackerel’ No Longer Contains Real Mackerel As Population Crashes

Tinned fish sold in the UK as “mackerel” may not actually contain any true mackerel.

Princes, which supplies many of the UK’s biggest supermarket chains, has substituted true mackerel for Chilean jack mackerel.

Steve-O Says He Is ‘Ashamed To Have Whey Protein’ As ‘An Animal Guy’

Steve-O has said that he is “ashamed to have whey protein” as “an animal guy.”

The stunt performer made the comments during a conversation with YouTuber Mike Varshavski, aka Doctor Mike, during an episode of the podcast Steve-O’s Wild Ride!

Brand Spotlight

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Recipes of the Week

10 Vegan Squash Recipes

Use squash in many ways with these recipes

Plant-Based Bakery-Style Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Make these cookies when you feel like a sweet treat

Modern Portobello Stroganoff

The mushroom sauce pairs well with mash potatoes, too

Video of the Week

More Like Paul [MUST SEE Documentary]

At 88, Paul Youd is on a mission to complete 100 ultramarathons before his 100th birthday.

He defies age and injury, proving that determination can carry us further than we think.

As a passionate advocate and fundraiser for animal protection, Paul uses his journey to challenge perceptions and inspire change, championing what’s possible with a plant-powered lifestyle.

Directed by Damian Sciberras More Like Paul is a life-affirming documentary short about purpose, resilience and the influence of those who live by example, reminding us that meaningful change can begin with a single step, at any stage of life.

Podcast of the Week

Could AI Wipe Out Humanity?

Podcast Episode · S03E30

The Plant Based News Podcast

02/10/2026 · 56m