Monthly Archives: August 2011

Bob Barker Helps Fund New Chimp Habitat

by China DeSpain Freeman

Bob Barker is inviting five Texas chimps to “come on down” to Louisiana. As part of a relocation effort, the former game show host and longtime animal-rights activist recently donated

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Ian Somerhalder to Host Planet Green’s “Blue August”

by China DeSpain Freeman

Last week, Ian Somerhalder took his conservation efforts to the national level, asking Congress to reinstate funding to protect endangered species. Now, the “Vampire Diaries” star is tackling the whole

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Sting & Rainforest Foundation UK to Hold Christmas Charity Auction

by Jennifer Mishler

The Rainforest Foundation UK will host its second Christmas charity auction this year, an event they call the “12 Days of Christmas Gift Auction.” The Rainforest Foundation was founded by

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Angelina Jolie Plans Sahara Trek with Kids, Camel Needed

by lindastcyr

Angelina Jolie makes no bones about the pride she has in her family and the cultures that they come from. Jolie’s six kids, three adopted and three biological, come from

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New Show on Animal Planet ‘Saved’ Highlights Animal Impact on Human Lives

by Ali Berman

Normally in the news, we hear stories about dogs saving their guardians from burning buildings or even calling 911 in an emergency. But so many others have a different kind

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Solar and Wind-Powered Billboards Hit London, New York and Sydney

by Jennifer Mishler

Ricoh, an international office products and solutions company, has recently revealed its latest eco-friendly billboard, this one standing above London. The billboard is one of three that Ricoh has called

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Angelina Jolie Honored At Festival for Acting and Charity Work

by Allyson Koerner

Yesterday, Angelina Jolie attended the 17th Sarajevo Film Festival in Bosnia, but not just to strut her stuff along the red carpet. The actress was honored for her longtime acting

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