Hooked Topless ‘Mermaid’ Hangs in Protest of Cruel Fishing Industry
Hooked Topless ‘Mermaid’ Hangs in Protest of Cruel Fishing Industry

Hanging several feet in the air from hooks pierced through her back, this PETA “mermaid” wants you to know that “Fishing Hurts.

PETA’s Push for Exotic-Skin Ban Heads to Hermès Boardroom
PETA’s Push for Exotic-Skin Ban Heads to Hermès Boardroom

No sensitive living being should be crammed into a filthy pit and hacked apart while still alive.

PETA’s Legal Team Makes Us First Animal Group to Win Law Award
PETA’s Legal Team Makes Us First Animal Group to Win Law Award

The PETA Foundation is only the second nonprofit organization and the first animal rights group to earn the honor.

© Corporate Counsel Magazine
Pedestrians Panic as Escaped Horse Runs Through New York Traffic
Pedestrians Panic as Escaped Horse Runs Through New York Traffic

Horse-drawn carriages are simply accidents waiting to happen.

© iStock.com/Visionsurf
‘Pirates’ Draws Fire over Reports of Monkey Vomiting on Set
‘Pirates’ Draws Fire over Reports of Monkey Vomiting on Set

Pirates of the Caribbean producers need to wise up, join the modern age of computer-generated imagery, and stop forcing sensitive wild animals to perform on camera.

© iStock.com/golfladi
Killer Barely Even Fined: Why Our Laws Must Change to Protect Wolves
Killer Barely Even Fined: Why Our Laws Must Change to Protect Wolves

A Wyoming man tormented and killed a wolf—and it was legal. PETA shares the disturbing details, reveals related law updates, and highlights Yellowstone wolves.

© iStock.com/AndreAnita
Alan Cumming Campaigns for Release of Caged Co-Star
Alan Cumming Campaigns for Release of Caged Co-Star

Actor Alan Cumming made a friend while working on a film years ago—and was appalled to learn what became of that co-star he’d befriended.

This ‘Cow’ Will Show You How to ‘Decalf’ Your Starbucks
This ‘Cow’ Will Show You How to ‘Decalf’ Your Starbucks

Some of us firmly believe that decaf coffee is an abomination. But ‘decalf’ coffee? Well, what could be better?

New Alexa Chung Label Will Be Free of Fur, Angora, and Exotic Skins
New Alexa Chung Label Will Be Free of Fur, Angora, and Exotic Skins

PETA sent flowers to the style icon to congratulate her on compassionate designs.

©StarMaxInc.com/KGC-03
Push for Exotic-Skins Ban Heads to Prada’s Boardroom
Push for Exotic-Skins Ban Heads to Prada’s Boardroom

Behind every Prada ostrich-, crocodile-, or alligator-skin bag is a short, miserable life of deprivation and a violent death.

Why These Politicians Are Trying Vegan (Hint: To Save the World)
Why These Politicians Are Trying Vegan (Hint: To Save the World)

Lawmakers are voting “nay” on animal agriculture and “yea” on the planet.

© iStock.com/sarsmis
Police Remove Protesting ‘Orcas’ on San Antonio Int’l Baggage Carousel
Police Remove Protesting ‘Orcas’ on San Antonio Int’l Baggage Carousel

The bodypainted “orcas” reminded visitors to San Antonio that at SeaWorld, animals can’t buy a ticket out.

With City Pool Set to Shut Down, PETA Throws South Pittsburg a Life Raft
With City Pool Set to Shut Down, PETA Throws South Pittsburg a Life Raft

Our cheeky proposal would keep residents from being bummed.

© iStock.com/LeventKonuk
We’re Winning: 90+ Travel Companies Pull Elephant Rides
We’re Winning: 90+ Travel Companies Pull Elephant Rides

As awareness of the cruelty of elephant “encounters” continues to grow, dozens of travel companies have agreed not to offer rides or other activities that harm elephants.

© iStock.com/Kyslynskyy
Black-Clad Protesters Tell Special Ops: Drop Trauma Training on Animals
Black-Clad Protesters Tell Special Ops: Drop Trauma Training on Animals

Live-animal trauma training traumatizes animals and soldiers.

JOIN US
Get urgent alerts, breaking animals rights news, and easy ways to take action for animals!
PETA bunny
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
At least one of the following fields is required.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Untitled

Get the Latest Tips—Right in Your Inbox
We’ll e-mail you weekly with the latest in vegan recipes, fashion, and more!

By submitting this form, you’re acknowledging that you have read and agree to our privacy policy and agree to receive e-mails from us.