Will Malia Die of a Painful Infection Like So Many Orcas Before Her?
Will Malia Die of a Painful Infection Like So Many Orcas Before Her?

More than half of all orca deaths at SeaWorld are caused by infections.

Victory! Nosey the Elephant Will Remain Out of Reach of Abusive Former Handler, Hugo Liebel
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Victory! Nosey the Elephant Will Remain Out of Reach of Abusive Former Handler, Hugo Liebel

Thanks to the efforts of a few heroes, Nosey the elephant will remain far away from chains and the humans who want to exploit her for profit.

Shocking Video Shows Baby Elephants Being Captured for Captivity
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Shocking Video Shows Baby Elephants Being Captured for Captivity

The video shows the captors kicking a baby—and this is just the beginning of the abuse she will suffer as a prisoner in the animal-entertainment industry.

Hollywood Animal Handler Found Beating Animals, Has License Revoked
Hollywood Animal Handler Found Beating Animals, Has License Revoked

After years of pressure from PETA, notorious television and movie animal exhibitor Sidney Yost can no longer supply or handle animals for film and television productions.

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Fly-Infested Wounds on Animals Forced to Carry Tourists in Petra
Fly-Infested Wounds on Animals Forced to Carry Tourists in Petra

PETA Asia’s exposé of working animals in Petra reveals the terrible suffering of horses, mules, donkeys, and camels forced to carry tourists under the hot desert sun.

Making Waves: Hotel Chain Ends Fish-Rental Program With PETA’s Help
Making Waves: Hotel Chain Ends Fish-Rental Program With PETA’s Help

2018 has just begun, but a school of fish is already getting its New Year’s wish.

PETA Protesters Captivate Countless Passersby Around the World (Photos)
PETA Protesters Captivate Countless Passersby Around the World (Photos)

December’s demonstrations pulled out all the stops. See why most onlookers couldn’t help but stop and stare.

Elephants Have a Remarkable Start to 2018 as China Bans Ivory Sales
Elephants Have a Remarkable Start to 2018 as China Bans Ivory Sales

Experts believe that 70 percent of all ivory eventually finds its way to China.

The Worst Circuses That Force Animals to Perform for Profit
The Worst Circuses That Force Animals to Perform for Profit

It may be over for Ringling Bros. circus, but animals are still being used in circuses around the country—and they need your help.

Tour Guide Trampled to Death After Tourist Yanks Elephant’s Tail
Tour Guide Trampled to Death After Tourist Yanks Elephant’s Tail

The animal—who was being forced to give rides—became agitated after tourists crowded around him and one pulled his tail.

New Video: Rescued Bears Spend First Christmas at Serene Sanctuary
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New Video: Rescued Bears Spend First Christmas at Serene Sanctuary

One look at the “before” photos of Ben and Bogey at the Tregembo Animal Park in Wilmington, North Carolina, will tell you everything that you need to know.

5 Times Animal Superheroes Rushed In and Saved Human Lives
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5 Times Animal Superheroes Rushed In and Saved Human Lives

From the lions who saved a girl from kidnappers to the porpoises who rescued a beloved actor, these animals displayed their courage and compassion.

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Infamous Roadside Zoo That Confined Bears to Concrete Pit Shuts Down
Infamous Roadside Zoo That Confined Bears to Concrete Pit Shuts Down

Yellow River is known for having General Beauregard Lee—a “celebrity” groundhog who’s kept in a tiny cage only to be paraded around on Groundhog Day.

PETA Founder Is ‘Beaten’ While Protesting Elephant Rides in India
Ingrid chained in a small enclosure while a "mahout" (handler demonstrates use of bullhook
PETA Founder Is ‘Beaten’ While Protesting Elephant Rides in India

If you don’t know how cruel elephant rides are, let PETA’s founder show you.

HUGE NEWS: Scotland Bans Wild-Animal Circuses
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HUGE NEWS: Scotland Bans Wild-Animal Circuses

PETA UK commends Scotland for becoming the first country in the UK to ban wild-animal circuses.

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