PBN Newsletter - 21st October

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

Author

Tom Leach
October 21, 2026

New York City Expected To Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages From 2028

New York City (NYC) is expected to ban horse-drawn carriages from June 2028.

The ban is supported by Speaker of New York City Council Julie Menin, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and the Central Park Conservancy.

Other Stories This Week

Erling Haaland Says He ‘Truly’ Admires Cows

The Norwegian athlete hopes to retire to a farm and live “together with the animals” after he is done with playing professional football.

Haaland currently plays for both Manchester City and Norway, considered one of the best footballers in the world. The 26-year-old discussed his desire to retire to a farm in a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal.

Workers ‘Hit, Drag, And Swear’ At Cows On Award-Winning UK Dairy Farm

An undercover investigation found that workers “hit, drag, and swear” at cows at an award-winning dairy farm in the UK.

Two Pools Farm near Bristol supplies major brands such as M&S and Müller. At the time of the investigation, it was part of the RSPCA Assured scheme, and has also received multiple industry awards for being “high-welfare.”

Brand Spotlight

Vegan Travel in 2027: Where Will You Go Next?

From the bustling streets of Mexico City to Japan’s matcha farms and Kerala’s ancient spice ports, there is so much to discover when food becomes part of the journey.

Ahimsa Travel Club’s 2027 tours bring together vegan food, local culture and experiences that go beyond the usual sightseeing. Think traditional cooking classes, visits to local communities, fascinating history and plenty of incredible food along the way.

With small-group trips planned across Mexico, Japan, India, China and more, there is a whole world of vegan travel waiting to be explored.

Recipes of the Week

Miso-Mustard Tempeh With Roasted Baby Bok Choy

Try this tasty tempeh and bok choy dish that's high in plant protein

Tahini Beans With Smashed Cucumbers

This easy high-protein dish only takes 20 minutes to make

Modern Portobello Stroganoff

The mushroom sauce pairs well with mash potatoes, too

Video of the Week

Dr. Milton Mills: Are Humans Really Designed to Eat Meat?

Why do we have to transform, season, cook, and disguise meat before we find it appetizing? 🤔

In this talk, physician and plant-based advocate Dr. Milton Mills explores the psychology of disgust and what it can tell us about human food choices.

What do you think of Dr. Milton Mills' arguments?

Podcast of the Week

Could AI Wipe Out Humanity?

Podcast Episode · S03E30

The Plant Based News Podcast

02/10/2026 · 56m