Going Vegan Is Not the Same as Going On a ‘Diet’—Here’s Why
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Going Vegan Is Not the Same as Going On a ‘Diet’—Here’s Why

Being vegan is a way of life—not a “diet.” While vegan foods offer health benefits, many people opt to go vegan for ethical, environmental, and humanitarian reasons.

Colombian Council Member Becomes First Politician Outside U.S. to Win PETA’s ‘Courage in Leadership’ Award
PETA Courage in Leadership Award Winner Terry Hurtado Gómez
Colombian Council Member Becomes First Politician Outside U.S. to Win PETA’s ‘Courage in Leadership’ Award

PETA has awarded Terry Hurtado Gómez, a member of the city council of Cali, Colombia, the Courage in Leadership Award. Here’s why.

8 Celebs Watched What the Wool Industry Does to Animals—Here’s How It Went
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8 Celebs Watched What the Wool Industry Does to Animals—Here’s How It Went

Watching celebrities react to undercover footage from the wool industry may have you taking a second look at clothing labels.

Find Out What the Monaco Grand Prix and the Iditarod Have in Common
Protest of F1 support of Iditarod
Find Out What the Monaco Grand Prix and the Iditarod Have in Common

Get up to speed on the actions that PETA U.K. has taken against Formula 1 and its connection to a deadly race.

Never Be Silent About Animal Neglect: Seedy Store Selling Reptiles Gets Shut Down
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Never Be Silent About Animal Neglect: Seedy Store Selling Reptiles Gets Shut Down

Visited a neglectful reptile store before but didn’t know how to speak up? Learn how one individual got over 300 animals removed from a hellhole in Plymouth.

BREAKING: Animals Face Drowning in Ukrainian Flood Zone!
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Animal Companions
BREAKING: Animals Face Drowning in Ukrainian Flood Zone!

Check out how PETA Germany and a network of advocates are helping animals in war-torn Ukraine.

PETA Uses AI to Help Breathing-Impaired Dog Breeds and Cows Abused for Milk
Portland-based AI artist Shad Clark's depiction of a pug dog, a breathing-impaired breed, hooked up to an oxygen machine with an oxygen mask over their face
PETA Uses AI to Help Breathing-Impaired Dog Breeds and Cows Abused for Milk

Curious about PETA’s first AI-generated ad images? Learn why artist Shad Clark used AI to create these striking visuals to help exploited dogs and cows.

PETA Shut Down 6 Real Experiments Worse Than Those in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’
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PETA Shut Down 6 Real Experiments Worse Than Those in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’

PETA helped end real-life experiments on animals that were far worse than anything in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”—here’s how.

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Rocket Raccoon Is a ‘Guardian of the Galaxy’—Learn How YOU Can Be a Guardian of Raccoons
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Rocket Raccoon Is a ‘Guardian of the Galaxy’—Learn How YOU Can Be a Guardian of Raccoons

Raccoons face many dangers in the urban jungle. Learn how you can be a real-life guardian of these smart, curious animals.

VICTORY! Travel Companies Take Action for Suffering Camels at Giza
Pyramids in Giza
VICTORY! Travel Companies Take Action for Suffering Camels at Giza

After hearing from PETA, many compassionate travel companies agreed not to promote animal rides at the Giza pyramids, helping camels forced to haul tourists all day under the scorching sun.

‘Succession’ Actor James Cromwell Takes Over the Boardwalk With a Message for Starbucks
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‘Succession’ Actor James Cromwell Takes Over the Boardwalk With a Message for Starbucks

The “Succession” actor has a message for Starbucks and its vegan upcharge: Stop “milking” compassionate customers who choose cruelty-free options.

‘The Little Mermaid’ Returns—How YOU Can Help Real Animals Like Flounder, Sebastian, and Scuttle
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‘The Little Mermaid’ Returns—How YOU Can Help Real Animals Like Flounder, Sebastian, and Scuttle

The remake of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” is sure to make a splash, so we’re reminding everyone to help real sea animals.

Update! Horse Who Died at Belmont Stakes Was Injured Just a WEEK Prior
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Update! Horse Who Died at Belmont Stakes Was Injured Just a WEEK Prior

PETA has obtained damning e-mails that may unravel the web of lies surrounding the death of Excursionniste—who suffered a fatal breakdown on Belmont Stakes Day.

The Face That Launched a Thousand Adoption Applications? Meet Helen
Adoptable cat Helen with a favorite toy
Animal Companions
The Face That Launched a Thousand Adoption Applications? Meet Helen

A painful medical condition left its mark on Helen’s eye. But this adoptable cat made a full recovery and is still beautiful—inside and out!

VIDEO: Here’s Why Animals Need You to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
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VIDEO: Here’s Why Animals Need You to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

All social movements have a responsibility to shake people out of their comfort zones. Learn why from PETA President Ingrid Newkirk.

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