VIDEO: Dive Guide Punches Shark While Tourists Watch in Horror
VIDEO: Dive Guide Punches Shark While Tourists Watch in Horror

The disturbing incident was captured on camera by one of the divers. PETA is calling on the guide’s employer to let him go.

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Iditarod Forced to Cut 2018 Prize Amounts After Outrage Over Deadly 2017 Race
Iditarod Forced to Cut 2018 Prize Amounts After Outrage Over Deadly 2017 Race

Iditarod organizers are acknowledging financial hardship after multiple dogs died during the 2017 race and companies cut ties with the cruel event.

Haunting and Unforgettable, ‘Captive’ Takes Zoos, and Us, to Task
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Haunting and Unforgettable, ‘Captive’ Takes Zoos, and Us, to Task

In her new book, award-winning photographer Jo-Anne McArthur focuses on zoos and aquariums—and issues a wake-up call.

These Activists Jumped Into a Bullfighting Ring in France (Video)
These Activists Jumped Into a Bullfighting Ring in France (Video)

Taking a stand against violence to animals got them kicked and violently thrown to the ground.

How Low Can You Go? SeaWorld Stock Plummets to Record Low
How Low Can You Go? SeaWorld Stock Plummets to Record Low

But the company’s shares aren’t the only thing taking a nosedive—park attendance and revenue continues to fall. Tell SeaWorld to save itself: Empty the tanks.

Northport Fire Department Responds to Banana Derby Protests by Banning ALL Animal Acts
Northport Fire Department Responds to Banana Derby Protests by Banning ALL Animal Acts

After PETA and LION members called for the Banana Derby act to be excluded from the East Northport Fireman’s Fair, the department responded by banning all animal acts.

Ringling to Export Tigers: Deal Violates Endangered Species Act, Says PETA
Ringling to Export Tigers: Deal Violates Endangered Species Act, Says PETA

Despicable to its core, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will not allow the animals it exploited to live free from circus life.

3 PR Nightmares SeaWorld Didn’t See Coming on #BoycottSeaWorldDay
3 PR Nightmares SeaWorld Didn’t See Coming on #BoycottSeaWorldDay

It’s not a sought-after trifecta, but SeaWorld managed to score it.

Celebrities React to Joaquin Phoenix’s ‘What the Health’
Celebrities React to Joaquin Phoenix’s ‘What the Health’

Reactions included ‘I’m going to attempt this vegan life,’ ‘Everyone should watch it,’ and ‘Going plant based.’ Find out what all the hype is about.

James Cromwell Arrested and Cited After Leading PETA Activists in Takeover of SeaWorld’s Orca Show on #BoycottSeaWorldDay
James Cromwell Arrested and Cited After Leading PETA Activists in Takeover of SeaWorld’s Orca Show on #BoycottSeaWorldDay

Other PETA members who were arrested have pressed assault charges against SeaWorld’s head of security after being attacked.

Kyara—Takara’s Daughter and the ‘Last’ Orca to Be Born at SeaWorld—Has Died
Kyara—Takara’s Daughter and the ‘Last’ Orca to Be Born at SeaWorld—Has Died

After acknowledging on Saturday that the newborn orca may have pneumonia, the company announced today that Kyara died at SeaWorld San Antonio.

‘War for the Planet of the Apes’ Spotlights the Power of CGI
‘War for the Planet of the Apes’ Spotlights the Power of CGI

The film is laced with anti-captivity messaging, so it’s only fitting that animal welfare was taken into account when digitally creating the stars of the film.

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VIDEO: Shocking Animal Suffering Caught on Camera at Natural Bridge Zoo
VIDEO: Shocking Animal Suffering Caught on Camera at Natural Bridge Zoo

Photos and video show a zebu struggling to walk, unshorn llamas in 90-degree heat, and other animals who are suffering at the roadside zoo.

UPDATE: ‘Orcas’ Who ‘Died’ at SeaWorld’s Aquatica Arrested
UPDATE: ‘Orcas’ Who ‘Died’ at SeaWorld’s Aquatica Arrested

Demonstrators were removed by the police via wheelchair and stretcher on Friday, held prisoner—just as real orcas are at SeaWorld—and charged with obstructing business operations.

PETA Members Join NYCLASS to Protest Cruel Horse-Drawn Carriages in New York
PETA Members Join NYCLASS to Protest Cruel Horse-Drawn Carriages in New York

More than 50 animal rights activists gathered in New York City to draw attention to the horse-drawn carriage industry.

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