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Wolves in the Northern Rockies are Being Slaughtered Despite Endangered Status
Gray wolves are protected under the Endangered Species Act in 48 states and Mexico, but in Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, over 1,700 wolves remain unprotected.
Billie Eilish Speaks Out Against “Horrendous” Animal Agriculture
“The most important thing you can do is changing what’s on your plate”, the singer said in a recent interview about the climate crisis, and urged her fans to eat more plant-based foods to help animals and the planet.
Watch: Chimp Saved From Animal Testing Lab Reacts To Seeing the Sky for the First Time
The emotional footage of Vanilla the rescued chimpanzee settling in to her new sanctuary home and gazing at the sky in wonder has gone viral.
Cultivated Chicken Debuts in San Francisco Restaurant
UPSIDE Foods announced that its cultivated chicken – grown directly from real animal cells – has launched at the Michelin-starred Bar Crenn in San Francisco, California, marking the first-ever consumer sale of cultivated meat in the US.
Proposed Rule to Strengthen Endangered Species Act - But is it Enough?
The measures have stopped short of fully revoking all of the policies implemented by the previous administration, drawing criticism from leading environmental groups.
SeaWorld Opens Its First ‘Orca-Free’ Location - But Keeps Dolphins, Sharks And Thousands More In Captivity Instead
After years of criticism for its animal welfare, the embattled brand has opened its first park outside of the US to mixed reception.
Cultivated Meat is Approved in the US - How Real Meat is Created Without Killing
Cultivated meat on a large scale could mean a decrease in the billions of animals that are slaughtered to feed a growing population.
Sri Lanka Abandons Plan to Export 100,000 Monkeys to China
The possibility of exporting the endangered toque macaques to China sparked concerns among activists who feared that these primates might be utilized for medical research purposes.
Safe For Now: Iceland Suspends This Year’s Whale Hunt
The decision comes after a welfare report into the whaling industry revealed that whales are suffering slow and painful deaths after being harpooned.
Victory! New York Passes Bill to Ban Wildlife Killing Contests
Gov. Kathy Hochul's approval would make New York the ninth state to outlaw these events.
The Best Vegan Accessories, According to Species Unite
Elevating your look is as easy as changing up your accessories. Here are some of Species Unite’s much-loved favorites.
Vegan Shoes for Summer and Beyond
Whether it's a casual-cool sneaker style or a flirty stiletto heel, our round-up of the most covetable leather-free styles of the season has it all.
U.S. Customers Exposed As Monkey Torture Video Network Exposed
Criminals were making sadistic videos of monkeys being tortured and killed for paying customers around the world, with at least 20 Americans now under investigation.
Victory! Canada Bans Cosmetic Animal Testing
Companies will no longer be allowed to test cosmetic products on animals, or sell cosmetics that have been tested on animals.
California Hospitals Make Landmark Move as First in the US to Implement Vegan Food Program
The Universal Meals plant-based food program is an initiative by The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine to help hospitals improve patient health and achieve climate goals.
Stella McCartney Reveals First Bag Made From Banana Plants
The leading designer continues to embrace cutting-edge fabrics in her ongoing mission to create luxury clothing and accessories made with animal-free and sustainable materials.
World’s Biggest Meat Producer To Build Largest Ever Cultivated Beef Protein Plant
Meat giant JBS says the plant will produce up to 4,000 tons of cultivated meat each year, as it looks to meet the global demand for protein in a more sustainable and healthy way.
'It’s Just a Living Nightmare': Tyson's Misleading Free-Range Claims Exposed
An extensive undercover investigation into Tyson Foods, America’s largest chicken producer, has revealed the systemic cruelty inherent in the industry, shining a light on the ‘myth’ of free-range.
Mink Fur Farms In US Could Be Phased Out As New Legislation Introduced
The proposed bill cites the public health concerns associated with mink farms, as the animals are highly susceptible to COVID-19 and can transmit mutated forms of the virus back to humans.
Vegan for Health: Star-Studded ‘The Game Changers’ Documentary To Get Sequel
Produced by James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jackie Chan, the original documentary examined why some of the world’s leading athletes and scientists are championing a plant-based diet for improved health and strength.
