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Watch How PETA-Supported Rescuers Brought Iholochka From Her Destroyed Home to Safety—All While Under Fire in Ukraine
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Have You Seen This Video of Pus-Filled Animal Flesh? Go Vegan!

“Abscessed” much? A video of pus-filled animal flesh is apparently shocking the internet—here’s what we have to say about it.

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Denver Voters: THESE Initiatives Would Prevent Animals From Being Killed for Their Fur, Flesh

Two pro-animal measures could raise the Mile High City to even greater heights! Find out why Denver voters should support Ordinances 308 and 309.

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OCTO Act Becomes California Law, Banning Octopus Farms

The OCTO Act will make it illegal for anyone in California to engage in the aquaculture, or farming, of octopuses meant for human consumption.

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14 Arrested in Raid of Texas ‘Bush Track’ After PETA Tipped Off Authorities to Drugging and Abuse of Horses

Find out what officials turned up during a high-stakes raid of Carril Mochomos, an unsanctioned horse racetrack in Texas.

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A Box Office Splash?! Joaquin Phoenix Goes for a Dive in Theaters Screening ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’

“Joker: Folie à Deux” will make a splash in more ways than one. Check out PETA’s powerful ad starring Joaquin Phoenix!

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Victory! Sanofi Ditches Near-Drowning Animal Test After Hearing From PETA

Victory! Pharmaceutical giant Sanofi has thrown the forced swim test overboard. See what PETA did to make that happen.

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Entertainment
The Surprise Message Behind New Blockbuster ‘The Wild Robot’ 

“The Wild Robot” shows the importance of respecting the natural world—actor Lupita Nyong’o shares practical ways we can do that in a new promotional video for the film.

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Entertainment
Ready Your Dice! PETA’s Dungeons & Dragons Subclasses Will Rock Your Realm

PETA dropped new subclasses for Dungeons & Dragons! Discover the new characters that PETA wants every D&Der to role-play.

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VICTORY! Rat Birth Control Trial Passes Unanimously in New York City Council

This pilot program, which will manage rat populations without violence, is a huge win for rats and humans!

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Bombshell News! Angels to Strut With Only Faux-Feather Wings in 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

The secret is out! Find out why PETA is tickled PINK following a bombshell announcement from a leading lingerie brand.

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Animal Companions
20 Animals and Their Guardian Rescued From War Zone, Thanks to This PETA-Supported Team in Ukraine 

Find out how PETA-supported Animal Rescue Kharkiv helped evacuate a woman and the 20 animals in her care from the war zone in Ukraine.

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VIDEO: Former Ringling Big-Cat Trainer Found Abusing Tigers in German Circus

Alexander Lacey said his career of abusing big cats was over, so why did PETA Germany find him whipping a tiger in that country?

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Animal Companions
Adoptable Mr. Baker Wants to Spend His Days Loafing Around With YOU!

Before PETA stepped in, this Siamese kitten struggled with his weight and goopy eyes. Now, Mr. Baker is healthy and in search of his people. Will you be the one to give him the family he “kneads”?

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Animal Companions
Hip, Hop, Hooray! PETA Celebrates the End of Petco’s Latest Rabbit Sales

PETA’s cheering on Petco’s return to its adoption-only policy and reminding everyone that “adopt—don’t shop” is always the right choice when it comes to dogs, rabbits, or any other animal.

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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?”

— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind

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