Tag: animal welfare
How the psychology of oppression perpetuates harm to animals and the...
To achieve justice for all species and the environment, we must create a more relational world.
How sustainable next-gen materials can create a more ethical consumer market
The nascent industry of next-gen materials is set to dethrone unsustainable animal-based materials.
New report reveals rise in antimicrobial use in animals
A possible contribution to rising rates of AMR is the overuse of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals.
New York bans native wildlife killing competitions
The statewide law, signed by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, "prohibits events during which contestants compete to kill the most, the heaviest, and the smallest animals for cash and prizes."
Animal rights activists accuse Direct Action Everywhere of misconduct, retaliation, and...
Activists say core members of Direct Action Everywhere’s leadership team fostered a cultish environment at the California animal rights nonprofit.
Supreme Court’s ruling on humane treatment of pigs could catalyze a...
While the ruling was fractured and reflected complex legal questions, it is a major victory for those working to improve farm animal welfare.
Supreme Court upholds California Prop. 12
California's Prop. 1, which bans the in-state sale of pork, eggs, and veal from animals “confined in a cruel manner,” was challenged by the corporate pork production industry.
Are America’s biggest food companies making progress toward reducing animal suffering?
Like countless animal lovers, I have always considered myself as someone who deeply cares for animals. As a kid, my pet dogs,...
Humanity is getting increasingly serious about enforcing animal rights protections all...
The scene was heart-crushing: 21 dogs, many sick, wounded and infected, on heavy chains or trapped in filthy kennels with no food...
If we want antibiotics to work, consumers have to put big...
Our current factory farming model is broken – environmentally, medically and morally.
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Sierra Club sounds alarm, nominee Lee Zeldin ‘unqualified’ to head EPA
“The best-case scenario is that the EPA will lose four years in the fight for the planet. The worst-case scenario should send a shudder down your spine.”
143 million Americans may be exposed to toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Millions of Americans face exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, with new EPA data revealing the extent of contamination and fears of regulatory rollbacks under a Trump administration.
David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.
House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...
Legislation dubbed the “nonprofit killer” faces backlash over potential threats to free speech and civil liberties.
Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections
Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.