Have We Learned Anything From the Bronx Zoo’s Failure of Ota Benga?
Have We Learned Anything From the Bronx Zoo’s Failure of Ota Benga?

In 1906, the Bronx Zoo put a pygmy named Ota Benga in a cage. It ended as badly as you would imagine.

PETA Withdraws Shareholder Resolution After SeaWorld Capitulates
PETA Withdraws Shareholder Resolution After SeaWorld Capitulates

PETA no longer has to demand that SeaWorld stop breeding orcas. Now, about the ones who are currently stuck there …

Egregious Animal-Welfare Violations Continue at Summer Wind Farms
Egregious Animal-Welfare Violations Continue at Summer Wind Farms

The notorious roadside zoo was cited for caging a tiger in a basement, bloody food-prep area, and more.

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Zoo Slapped With $12,500 Fine After Elephant Attacks and Injures Zookeeper
Zoo Slapped With $12,500 Fine After Elephant Attacks and Injures Zookeeper

Following a PETA complaint, OSHA fines the Fort Worth Zoo $12,500.

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Jockey Under Fire for Beating Losing Horse
Jockey Under Fire for Beating Losing Horse

PETA calls for an investigation into the apparently excessive whipping of a horse at Parx racetrack.

Smithsonian Puts Cubic Foot in Its Mouth With Callous Exhibit
Smithsonian Puts Cubic Foot in Its Mouth With Callous Exhibit

Respect for nature? Hardly! The National Museum of Natural History is encouraging visitors to take animals out of their habitats and harass and photograph them.

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Video: Chimpanzee Rescued From Solitary Confinement Can’t Stop Holding Hands With His New Friend
Video: Chimpanzee Rescued From Solitary Confinement Can’t Stop Holding Hands With His New Friend

Terry spent years in solitary confinement. Now that he has a friend, he won’t let go.

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Victory! Doors Slammed Shut on Elephant Acts in Two Cities
Victory! Doors Slammed Shut on Elephant Acts in Two Cities

Two venues say no to elephant acts after hearing from PETA.

Is This Thailand’s Cruelest Monkey Show? (Photos)
Is This Thailand’s Cruelest Monkey Show? (Photos)

Thailand is sinking to new lows in finding ways to abuse and exploit animals.

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Shocking Video: Lion Cub Forced to Interact With Humans Attacks Toddler
Shocking Video: Lion Cub Forced to Interact With Humans Attacks Toddler

The lion cub was immediately hit on the head for it.

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PETA’s Statement on Election of Steve Asmussen to Racing Hall of Fame
PETA’s Statement on Election of Steve Asmussen to Racing Hall of Fame

When other sports take drug violations seriously, why does Steve Asmussen get a pass?

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Why You Should Turn Your Back on Elephant Rides
Why You Should Turn Your Back on Elephant Rides

Elephants are some of the world’s most awe-inspiring animals. They are also among the most abused when forced to entertain the public by “giving” rides.

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Tilikum, Subject of Documentary ‘Blackfish,’ Very Ill
Tilikum, Subject of Documentary ‘Blackfish,’ Very Ill

If Tilikum never sees the ocean again, after being stolen from it 30 years ago, his blood will be on SeaWorld’s hands.

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Video: Elderly Bear Beats the Odds With Stunning Transformation
Video: Elderly Bear Beats the Odds With Stunning Transformation

For some 30 years, Fifi suffered in a tiny, rusted cage—but you’ll BEARly recognize her now!

Drop That Whip: Devo Gets Behind Push to Free Big Cats From Circuses
Drop That Whip: Devo Gets Behind Push to Free Big Cats From Circuses

Royalties from the band’s classic hit “Whip It” will help launch PETA’s campaign to get lions and tigers out of circuses.

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