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USA Reports First Death From H5N1 Bird Flu As Virus Claims Life In Louisiana

Louisiana has confirmed the first U.S. death from avian influenza, a fatality attributed to the H5N1 virus. The individual, who was over 65 years old and had underlying health conditions, became severely ill and was hospitalized on December 18 after exposure to both backyard poultry and wild birds. The Louisiana Department of Health, which did …

Europe’s Largest Marine Park To Shut Permanently In 2025 Following PETA Campaign With Pamela Anderson

In a significant victory for animal rights, Europe’s largest marine park, Marineland d’Antibes in France, will permanently close its doors on January 5, 2025. This decision follows years of relentless campaigning by PETA, notably supported by the organization’s honorary director, Pamela Anderson, and other animal welfare organizations. The campaign highlighted the ethical concerns surrounding the …

Scientists Confirm Crabs And Other Crustaceans Feel Pain

A recent study from the University of Gothenburg, published in the journal Biology, has made significant strides in understanding the sensory capabilities of shore crabs, suggesting these crustaceans experience pain. Previous observational studies suggested that crustaceans might feel pain, but this research team is the first to use EEG-like measurements to directly assess their neural …

Historic Decision: Berkeley Becomes the First U.S. City to Ban Factory Farming!

Berkeley, California, has recently passed a groundbreaking law that bans factory farming within its city limits, becoming the first U.S. city to do so! Enacted through Measure DD, which was supported by over 60% of Berkeley voters, this new law targets the practices associated with Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs). Measure DD, a citizen-initiated ballot …

H&M Finally Bans New Down Feathers After Peta & Joaquin Phoenix Highlight Cruelty

After sustained pressure from animal rights activists and a strong campaign by PETA, which included protests at H&M stores and a public appeal from actor Joaquin Phoenix criticizing the company for “unspeakable cruelty” to ducks, fashion giant H&M has finally announced it will stop using new down feathers by the end of 2025. This campaign …

F1 Champion Lewis Hamilton Invests In Plant Based Pet Food Company Bramble

Lewis Hamilton, the renowned Formula One champion and a vocal advocate for veganism, has expanded his influence into the pet industry by investing in Bramble, a New York-based company that produces vet-formulated vegan pet food. This venture aligns perfectly with Hamilton’s personal and professional commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, reflecting his belief that the …

UTIs Are Spiking And Contaminated Meat Could Be The Cause

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a common health issue affecting up to 60% of women at least once in their lifetime. It is characterized by an infection in any part of the urinary system—kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. UTIs can cause symptoms such as a burning sensation during urination, frequent urges to urinate, and …

Sweden to kill Nearly 500 of its Brown Bears In Annual Hunt

The Swedish government issued an unprecedented 486 licenses for bear hunting, a move that targets about 20% of the remaining bear population and follows last year’s record-breaking cull of 722 bears. As the hunt commenced on August 21, over 150 bears had been killed within the first two days, raising concerns about the sustainability of …

Turkey Passes Controversial Law to Cull Millions of Stray Animals

In the bustling streets of Istanbul, a new law has recently stirred a whirlwind of emotions among animal lovers and activists. These streets, alive with the harmonious chaos of daily commerce and vibrant life, also host countless strays that have woven themselves into the fabric of community life. Dogs and cats roam freely here, often …

UK Approves Lab-Grown Meat for Pet Food

The United Kingdom has made headlines as the first country to grant regulatory approval for the use of cultivated meat in pet food. This landmark decision opens a new chapter in the narrative of sustainable and ethical animal products, presenting a groundbreaking alternative for pet owners concerned about the environmental and ethical ramifications of traditional …

Denmark Announces First-Ever Carbon Tax on Animal Agriculture

Denmark, a major exporter of pork and dairy, is set to be the first nation to implement a tax on livestock CO2 emissions starting in 2030, aiming to set a precedent for other countries. Initially proposed by experts in February, this tax supports Denmark’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels …

King Charles III Portrait Gets A Makeover By Activists To Shed Light On RSPCA Farm Cruelty

In a bold and creative act of protest at the Philip Mould gallery in London, activists from Animal Rising targeted a portrait of King Charles III, overlaying it with a Wallace character from “Wallace and Gromit” as part of their ‘redecoration’. The iconic image, coupled with a speech bubble that read, “No cheese Gromit, look …