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The "meat equals manliness" fallacy: redefining strength in an age of toxic masculinity
The image of a rugged man grilling steaks or devouring a burger has been so deeply ingrained in our cultural psyche that it's rarely questioned. But it's time we did, says Ben Williamson, the Executive Director of Animal Outlook.
Seven tigers seized from Nevada man who claims they are his ‘emotional support’ animals
Most of the rescued animals are believed to have been formerly owned by Tiger King’s Joe Exotic.
SeaWorld Orlando hit with “serious citation” by US government after employee is injured by killer whale
The controversial marine park is accused of not properly protecting the worker, who was in further danger of being bitten, struck or drowned by the whale.
Florida marine park files for bankruptcy amid animal welfare probe over multiple dolphin deaths
Wildlife authorities have been investigating the Gulf World Marine Park after four dolphins have died within the last six months.
Philanthropist offers to fund the relocation of two "ailing" elephants at LA Zoo to a sanctuary
The aging elephants are said to be in grave distress and suffering from severe medical conditions.
Oregon Governor presses for the closure of state’s controversial primate research center
The taxpayer-funded center, which holds more than 5,000 monkeys, has been accused of killing hundreds of animals in cruel and painful experiments.
Freedom, at last: Slovakia’s last circus tigers settle into their new sanctuary home
Tigresses Samba and Kenya are finally feeling real grass underneath their paws, after being kept for years in tiny circus trailers.
Ex-NFL player charged with running unprecedented dog fighting operation
Authorities seized 190 dogs, which is believed to be the most ever seized from a single person in a dog fighting case.
Don't believe the hype: fur is not “back”
Despite the fur industry doing its best to bring pelts back onto runways, the truth behind the trend is that fur is still dead.
Reward of over $30,000 offered for information on the illegal killing of a wolf in Oregon
The wolf killed was the pack’s breeding male, which now puts the pack’s pups at risk of starvation as they are not yet skilled at hunting their own food.
World’s first case of bird flu in a sheep confirmed on UK farm
The infection of another new species of mammal raises further concerns on how the devastating virus continues to spread and mutate.
Alaska’s infamous Iditarod sled dog race faces calls for a criminal investigation after pregnant dog “run to death” in this year’s event
The annual race has long been criticized for the animal welfare of the dogs, with at least 155 dogs having died in the Iditarod since it began.
Progress! Mexico City Bans “Violent” Bullfights
The reforms will outlaw the killing or physical injury of bulls inside or outside the ring, in what is being seen as an “important” step towards ending the abuse of animals for human entertainment.
How prison labor is used in animal agriculture
Whether you know if or not you have likely bought products produced by unpaid or low-paid prison labor.
The controversial US company planning to breed tens of thousands of monkeys for experiments buys new facility in Florida
Safer Human Medicine, which is set to build a breeding facility with up to 30,000 monkeys in Georgia, has now set its sights on Florida too.
Victory: Utah amusement park transfers its captive big cats to a sanctuary
After a decades-long campaign calling for their freedom, a tiger, lion, and leopard are among those living in a new sanctuary home.
One in five US butterflies disappeared in the last twenty years, reveals landmark national analysis
Researchers say the beloved insects are disappearing at an “alarming rate,” with many butterfly species showing extreme declines of more than 50 percent.
Hunters in the US would be banned from importing hunting trophies of endangered species, proposes new bill
If passed, the legislation will help curb the negative impact of trophy hunts, which are said to kill more than 100,000 animals each year.
Airbnb cuts ties with controversial camel rides at Egypt’s pyramids
The travel giant is leading an industry move away from supporting camel rides at the iconic destination after an investigation showed animals being exploited and abused to give rides to tourists.
UW-Madison tops list for most animal welfare violations at top-funded universities, analysis reveals
The university received 35 violations within a two-year period, including incidents where animals suffered or were killed due to staff failures.
