Mourning Tilikum: Vigils Held Across the Country (PHOTOS)
Mourning Tilikum: Vigils Held Across the Country (PHOTOS)

From Orlando to San Diego, activists are gathering outside SeaWorld parks to mourn the death of long-suffering orca Tilikum.

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Wear Your “SeaWorld Kills” T-Shirt
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Wear Your “SeaWorld Kills” T-Shirt

Many animals imprisoned at SeaWorld often die prematurely from stress and other captivity-related causes, but you can take a stand for them today.

In Death, Tilikum Is Finally Free
In Death, Tilikum Is Finally Free

After 30 years in captivity, Tilikum is dead, and PETA is calling on SeaWorld to free the remaining orcas at its parks.

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Ex-Florida Aquarium Employee Blows Whistle on Alleged Cruelty
Ex-Florida Aquarium Employee Blows Whistle on Alleged Cruelty

A former employee-turned-whistleblower reports that stingrays starved and a nurse shark may have died from food-deprivation training methods.

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Was This Orca Born Before World War I?
Was This Orca Born Before World War I?

The orca matriarch known as Granny has died.

© Clint 'Showtime' Rivers, Eagle Wing Tours
Compassionate Celebrities’ Wishes for 2017
Compassionate Celebrities’ Wishes for 2017

Pamela Anderson, Jona Weinhofen, and August Maturo have high hopes for animals and the planet in 2017.

All These Teens Want for Christmas Is Freedom for Corky
All These Teens Want for Christmas Is Freedom for Corky

Compassion is at the top of their holiday lists, so they’re asking SeaWorld “Grinch” Joel Manby to release Corky, the world’s longest-held captive orca.

Horse Drowns After Pulling Carriage Into Ice-Covered River
Horse Drowns After Pulling Carriage Into Ice-Covered River

If you weren’t horrified by this archaic industry before, you will be after reading this story.

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The Pits: Cruel Roadside Zoos Prevent Bears From Hibernating
The Pits: Cruel Roadside Zoos Prevent Bears From Hibernating

Bears have an innate need to lie low at this time of the year—but many are still on display to keep the cash registers ringing.

As a SeaWorld Shareholder, PETA Submits Resolution to Retire Orcas
As a SeaWorld Shareholder, PETA Submits Resolution to Retire Orcas

Owning stock in SeaWorld gives PETA—and animals—a voice in the boardroom.

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Live Nativity Scene Closed After Man Punches Camel (VIDEO)
Live Nativity Scene Closed After Man Punches Camel (VIDEO)

Live animals do not belong in bustling, crowded areas for Christmas displays.

Ryan KC Wong
‘Tis the Season for Animal Rights
‘Tis the Season for Animal Rights

We don’t need to exploit our four-legged friends to keep the magic of the holiday season for kids.

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Dead Ponies From a Dutch Amusement Park Are Being Sold as Burgers
Dead Ponies From a Dutch Amusement Park Are Being Sold as Burgers

If the idea of eating a pony makes you uncomfortable, it’s time to start thinking about the other animals you eat.

Rare Double Fine for Dangerous Elephant Escape
Rare Double Fine for Dangerous Elephant Escape

Circuses that “share” animals also share liability when something goes wrong.

Photo by Deborah Robinson
Who Rescued Whom? Grab a Tissue Before Reading This Horse Rescue Story
Who Rescued Whom? Grab a Tissue Before Reading This Horse Rescue Story

A former racehorse and his rescuer will share a happy future together.

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