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Seven Horses Die in the Days Leading Up to this Year’s Kentucky Derby
Activists brand racetrack venue Churchill Downs ‘a killing field’ following four breakdowns, a broken neck, and two unexplained deaths.
Gucci Bans Angora and Rabbit Felt
The brand’s parent company Kering, which also owns the likes of Balenciaga and Saint Laurent, has strengthened its fur ban as demand for animal-free fashion continues to grow.
Colorado Finalizes Plan to Reintroduce Gray Wolves
It’s taken almost two years of discussions with stakeholders, but now the animals are set to return to the state later this year.
America’s Wild Horses in Peril: Thousands Are About to Lose Their Freedom in B.L.M Roundups
Starting in July, over 7,000 wild horses freely roaming across public lands in the United States will be captured by the Bureau of Land Management, igniting urgent concerns for the future and survival of these native animals.
Shake Shack Launch Plant-Based Shakes and Meat-Free Burgers
The brand is the latest to meet the increasing consumer demand for animal-free food, with new vegan products now available at every Shake Shack location across the US.
How Can We Promote Respect for Chickens? An Interview with Karen Davis of United Poultry Concerns
Karen Davis, PhD, President and Founder of United Poultry Concerns, discusses her personal journey towards animal rights activism and establishing a nonprofit organization focused on promoting the compassionate and respectful treatment of chickens.
Lewis Hamilton’s Plant-Based Burger Chain Opens in the US
Neat Burger’s arrival in the US is the latest sign of the growing popularity of plant-based burgers, as consumers increasingly opt for more sustainable food choices.
New Zealand Bans the Export of Live Animals
The controversial industry transports thousands of live farmed animals to other countries via long journeys on huge ships, where crowded, unsanitary, and distressing conditions cause immense suffering for animals.
Pakistan Zoo Elephant Dies Before Being Rescued
A relocation for the elephant, who was in “serious pain and suffering”, was finally agreed, but now Noor Jehan has passed away before experiencing her freedom.
H&M Beauty Releases New, Vegan Collection Designed for Gen Z
The new brand OHH! (OH HEY HERO) features a selection of everyday essential body care products that are entirely cruelty-free.
UPSIDE Foods Announces New Cultivated Chicken Sandwiches, Dumplings and Sausages
Pending regulatory approval, these products made from real animal cells aim to revolutionize the meat industry by offering a more sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional animal agriculture.
The Innovative Designers Transforming Vegan Fashion
Vegan fashion is booming because of climate concerns and an increasing awareness of animal suffering, but it is also rising because designers today are finally creating the vegan styles to rival mainstream fashion.
Sri Lanka is Considering Selling 100,000 Endangered Macaques to China
The proposal to export toque macaques to China for use in zoos has raised concerns among animal protection groups, who fear that the primates may be used for medical research purposes due to the high demand.
Plant-Based Food Sales in US Reached $8 Billion in 2022, as 70% of Americans Now Consume Plant-Based Foods
The market for animal-free foods continues to grow and “consumer demand is strong”, says a new food industry report on retail sales and trends.
Lolita Will Finally Be Freed - Now Here Are Other Famous Captive Animals Who Deserve Their Long-Awaited Freedom Next
From a gorilla kept in a shopping mall in Thailand, to the world’s loneliest elephant at a New York zoo, these animals’ fight for freedom have sparked worldwide campaigns.
Vegan Protein Is Just As Effective At Building Muscle As Animal Protein, Study Shows
The scientific research reveals that mushroom-based mycoprotein was found to increase muscle mass and strength to the same extent as animal-based meat.
More Than 18,000 Cows Perish in Barn Fire at Texas Dairy Farm
Footage of the deadly explosion Texas dairy farm has been circulating on social media, showing the sky filled with thick smoke and the heart-wrenching screams of trapped cows.
‘Molecular Farming’ Startup To Grow Egg Proteins In Potatoes
The breakthrough technology can develop “real” egg white proteins by using potatoes instead of farming chickens.
Woolly Mammoth Meatball Sparks Discussion About Cultivated Meat's Potential
Cultivated meat company, Vow, has created a meatball made from cells of the extinct woolly mammoth as part of its mission to start a conversation about how we produce and consume food.
Aqua Cultured Foods Raises $5.5 Million To Bring Its Ultra-Realistic Plant-Based Seafood To Market
The brand’s animal-free seafood offers a solution to a global fishing industry that’s responsible for depleted fish populations, damage to ecosystems, and the “bycatch” of non-target species.
