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China Offers Financial Bailouts to Help Farmers Transition Away From Wildlife Trade
New initiative set up to help wildlife farmers move towards other practices like growing fruits, vegetables and herbs.
“To Prevent The Next Pandemic, It’s The Legal Wildlife Trade We Should Worry About”, Says Wildlife Expert
With the pandemic shining a spotlight on the illegal wildlife trade, experts are urging that we also tackle the millions of unchecked legal live animals that enter the U.S. each year.
Experts Predict Coronavirus Pandemic Could Spell The End of Bullfighting
The infamous and cruel bullfighting industry has been struggling to stay afloat for many years - and now the pandemic could see the industry wiped out for good.
‘Tiger King’ Zoo Reopens To “Super Busy” Crowds Despite Safety Concerns
The infamous zoo formerly run by Joe Exotic tragically reopens, as critics warn of a lifetime of misery for the captive tigers.
Elizabeth Warren and Cory Booker Join Together on Bill To Ban Factory Farming
The Farm System Reform Act seeks to shut down America’s huge factory farms which have “broken” the food system and have “undue influence” over public policy.
“Icelandic Whales Will Be Safe In 2020”: Iceland Announce No Whale Hunts For Second Year In A Row
Campaigners say the move is “the end of Icelandic whaling” as the industry continues to suffer from waning public support and declining profits.
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Ban Wet Markets in New York
The current pandemic has shone a spotlight on the more than 80 live animal markets currently operating within the US city. Now a new bill seeks to shut them down for good.
58 Percent of Workforce Test Positive For Coronavirus at Tyson Meat Factory in Iowa
The shocking stat is among many meat factories that have seen coronavirus spread through their workforces, as criticisms mount against the meat industry’s lack of employee safety.
Hong Kong Seizes Biggest-Ever Haul of Smuggled Shark Fin Worth Over $1 Million
The 26 tonne haul of shark fin represents the deaths of an estimated 38,500 sharks, mostly from endangered species.
Meet The 88-Year-Old Man Taking Care of Lebanon's Abandoned and Poisoned Dogs During the Coronavirus Crisis
Animal hero Mahmoud Youssef lives in a shipping container with around 80 rescued dogs, helping to give them a crucial lifeline during the pandemic.
Seven Vegan Instagram Accounts To Follow For Inspiration
From amazing chefs posting delicious recipe after recipe, to the most inspiring pictures of rescue animals, following these accounts will brighten up your social media feed.
Recipe: Simple Vegan Dhal
This delicious, South-Asian-inspired curry is a satisfying meal that is easy to make on a budget.
New Sanctuary Opens In Laos For Bears Rescued From the Horrific Bile Trade
The sanctuary has reopened and expanded 25 times larger than its previous space, with the Laos government set to close all bile farms by 2022.
The Best Cookbooks for Delicious Plant-Based Food
Whether you’re new to plant-based food or a seasoned pro already, our favourite cookbooks will help spice up your kitchen.
“America’s Factory Farming Is Just As Despicable As A Wet Market” Says Bill Maher
Maher condemns both wet markets and factory farms in a stunning viral video as part of his HBO show Real Time with Bill Maher.
Demand for Plant-Based Protein Soars As Meat Industry Struggles With Slaughterhouse Closures and Changing Consumer Trends
Business experts cite the public's “growing awareness of industrial meat’s connection to outbreaks” among the reasons behind the demand, as US plant-based meat sales rise 200 per cent during pandemic.
Recipe: Vegan Thai Green Curry With Tofu
Simple to cook and so delicious - it’s easy to see why this is a staple dish in Thailand.
Devastating Week For Conservation As Twelve Park Rangers and One Wildlife Officer Are Killed in Africa and Sri Lanka
The shocking deaths have sparked outcry and show how dangerous things can be for those working to protect wildlife.
Trump Orders Meat-Processing Plants To Stay Open Despite Mass COVID-19 Outbreaks
Critics have described Trump’s executive order as “marching meatpacking workers off to their deaths” as safety concerns mount for worker’s lives.
Chicago City Council Bans Horse-Drawn Carriages
Animal welfare groups welcome the positive news as the council votes to ban the controversial carriage rides throughout the city.