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Another cause for applause

s we all know, Russia has been at of anti-war protests and destruction in
Awar with Ukraine, with nearly 3,000 Ukraine intertwined.
civilians having been killed and another “We want to express our support for
3,000+ injured, with Ukraine under seige. Ukraine and, in that way, show that most of
Many have fled for their lives from the coun- the world thinks that it is totally wrong for a
try. The attack has been devastating. As superpower to invade the independent dem-
such, kind souls around the world have been ocratic country that Ukraine has become,”
trying to help Ukraine in any way they can. guitarist/vocalist David Gilmour said. The
This has trickled into the music world, with song includes vocals from Andriy Khlyvnyuk
events such as Concert For Ukraine taking of the Ukrainian band BoomBox, whom
place at Birmingham Resorts World Arena Gilmour reached out to.
featuring artists such as Manic Street
Preachers, Ed Sheeran and Paloma Faith. imple Plan have been raising money
The televised concert raised more than £13.4 Sfor Ukraine with the music video for
million, which went towards the Disasters ‘Wake Me Up (When This Nightmare’s
Emergency Committee’s (DEC) Ukraine Hu- Over’). The video was directed by Ukrainian
manitarian Appeal. filmmaker Jensen Noen and was filmed with
Other benefit concerts have taken place a Ukrainian cast and crew. “When we saw
around the world, with funds being raised to the first images from the war in Ukraine, we Watching’ to raise awareness around the mil-
help Ukrainian refugees. Dee Snider played felt so heartbroken and powerless. The im- lions of people that have fled their homes and
a concert at BL Dancehall and Saloon in pact on young children and families felt es- are in need of help. Other bands have spo-
Agoura Hills, California, performing the pecially devastating and made us want to do ken out in support of Ukraine during their live
Twisted Sister classic ‘We’re Not Gonna Take something to help,” says Simple Plan. shows. Bon Jovi performed ‘We Don’t Run’
It’. Snider said his grandfather was Ukrainian. “The idea to do this video was sparked on April 8th during their U.S. tour as part of
Actor/musician Rob Morrow also performed by discussions with our good friend and di- the Stand Up For Ukraine rally by Global Cit-
at the event. Money from the concert went to rector Jensen Noen. We could feel just how izen.
the Save The Children organisation. important and personal the events in Ukraine
Legendary rock band Pink Floyd have re- were for him and from there, the concept for If you’d like to support or donate to help
formed to record and release a song in sup- the video emerged.” Ukraine, visit:
port of Ukraine. Proceeds from ‘Hey Hey The band hopes to raise awareness and
Rise Up’ will go to Ukrainian humanitarian re- funds for those affected by the war in Ukraine WONDER Foundation
lief. with the video. All money generated by https://wonderfoundation.org.uk – an organi-

‘Hey Hey Rise Up’ is the first time the YouTube views will go directly to Ukrainian sation providing resources and support for
band have recorded music together since relief efforts, through the UNICEF Ukraine women and children fleeing Ukraine.
1994’s ‘The Division Bell’. The video for the Emergency Appeal. In addition, the group is
song sees the band performing with footage pledging to donate a portion of the proceeds Refugee Support Europe
through The Simple Plan Foun- https://refugeesupporteu.com/projects/ukrain
dation, from tickets sold e - a charity assisting refugees on the ground
Simple Plan with Jensen Noen
throughout the current tour. with food, shelter and more.
Many other bands have
contributed in some way to The Ukrainian Red Cross
help the people of Ukraine. https://redcross.org.ua/en/donate - aiding
Bands such as Within Tempta- refugees.
tion have used their Twitter
page to state ‘We now also Nova Ukraine
post in support of Ukraine and https://novaukraine.org.donate
all people who dare to stand up
& fight against the invasion by PETA has also been rescuing Ukrainian ani-
the world-threatening dictator mals
Putin’. They also played a spe- https://www.peta.org.uk/blog/peta-germany-
cial version of ‘World World Is ukraine help for more info.

KRISPY KREME
Eatin’ Ain’t Cheatin’ VEGAN DOUGHNUTS

Earlier in the year, we finally tried Krispy Kreme’s new vegan doughnuts.
Walking into our local Tesco, we spotted the large Krispy Kreme unit, and no-
ticed the Vegan Society symbol in front of some of the trays. They had the
Fudge Brownie Bliss, Caramel Choc Delight and Apple Custard Crumble all
on sale. You put them into a box yourself. A box of 3 was £5.75 (individually
they were £2.35 each). We picked one of each. All three were delicious and
were eaten in under 15 minutes. The Apple Custard Crumble was our favourite
out of the three, although all three tasted like heaven.
You can order Krispy Kreme’s vegan doughnuts online, although it looks
like only the glazed ring doughnuts are available to order online. A pack of 12
costs £11.95. Visit www.krispykreme.co.uk for more info.

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