Katherine Sullivan

Remembering Karen, the Elephant Who Suffered for 47 Years at Ringling
Remembering Karen, the Elephant Who Suffered for 47 Years at Ringling

Torn away from her mother, shipped around the world, beaten with a bullhook, and forced to perform while suffering from lameness—this is Karen’s story.

Detroit Vegan Soul Is Helping Communities of Color Reimagine ‘Good’ Food
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Detroit Vegan Soul Is Helping Communities of Color Reimagine ‘Good’ Food

Kirsten Ussery-Boyd, co-owner and general manager of Detroit Vegan Soul, is using soul food to encourage people of color to embrace vegan eating.

PETA’s Fish Empathy Exhibit Urges Folks to Scale Back Cruelty in the Most Provocative Way
PETA fish empathy event, Los Angeles - May 2017
PETA’s Fish Empathy Exhibit Urges Folks to Scale Back Cruelty in the Most Provocative Way

The Fish Empathy Quilt, a “hooked” human suspended from the ceiling, and a “New York Times” bestseller? Get the lowdown on PETA’s recent exhibit.

Merriam-Webster Added ‘Sheeple’ to the Dictionary? Get the ‘Flock’ Out of Here
Merriam-Webster Added ‘Sheeple’ to the Dictionary? Get the ‘Flock’ Out of Here

It’s official: “Sheeple” has been added to the dictionary.

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There’s Nothing Super About Nintendo’s Super Mario Happy Meal Toys
There’s Nothing Super About Nintendo’s Super Mario Happy Meal Toys

PETA urges the video-game company to stick to what it’s good at after it announced that Super Mario toys will be included in Happy Meals.

Striking, Checking, and Bleeding: Canada’s ‘Humane’ Seal-Slaughter Process
Striking, Checking, and Bleeding: Canada’s ‘Humane’ Seal-Slaughter Process

Canada’s three-step seal-slaughter process is anything but humane. Learn more about the country’s dirty little secret and find out how you can help save seals.

TAMU Collie Mascot Sits on a Pedestal While Golden Retrievers Die in University Laboratory
TAMU Collie Mascot Sits on a Pedestal While Golden Retrievers Die in University Laboratory

The contrast between Texas A&M mascot Reveille IX’s glamour shots and photos from inside the university’s dog laboratory will shock you.

R.I.P., Riccardo: Remembering One of the Youngest Ringling Fatalities
R.I.P., Riccardo: Remembering One of the Youngest Ringling Fatalities

The tragic deaths of Riccardo the elephant and other animals at Ringling Bros. reminds us why all circuses should fold up their tents.

Rolling in Tax Refund Dough? Use Your Money to Help Animals
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Rolling in Tax Refund Dough? Use Your Money to Help Animals

Tax refunds are the silver lining to tax season. Use yours to give animals hope! Discover nine ways to help animals with your reimbursement.

In a Progressive Ban, Taiwan Prohibits the Consumption of Cat and Dog Meat
In a Progressive Ban, Taiwan Prohibits the Consumption of Cat and Dog Meat

On Tuesday, Taiwan passed a historic amendment to its animal-protection laws that bans the consumption of cat and dog meat.

Researchers: Experiments on Mice Don’t Help Humans
Researchers: Experiments on Mice Don’t Help Humans

In an in-depth piece on National Public Radio, researchers say that we learn absolutely nothing by drug testing on animals.

9 Vegan Wedding Registry Ideas for Compassionate Couples
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9 Vegan Wedding Registry Ideas for Compassionate Couples

Globe-trotters, wine aficionados, and charitable souls: Our nine vegan wedding registry ideas offer inspiration for every bride- and groom-to-be!

Your Food Shouldn’t Be Trying to Escape From Your Plate—Watch These Videos and Never Eat Octopus!
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Your Food Shouldn’t Be Trying to Escape From Your Plate—Watch These Videos and Never Eat Octopus!

You’ll never want to eat octopus after seeing how live animals are butchered and served as food. These gruesome videos will likely shock you.

PETA Thanks Shore Excursions Group for Eliminating Elephant Rides
PETA Thanks Shore Excursions Group for Eliminating Elephant Rides

On behalf of elephants, PETA thanks Shore Excursions Group for pledging to remove elephant rides from its tour options.

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Shake Well: 4 New Ready-to-Enjoy Vegan Protein Drinks
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Shake Well: 4 New Ready-to-Enjoy Vegan Protein Drinks

BlenderBall wire whisks are so last year. Check out these four ready-to-enjoy vegan protein drinks—no equipment required!

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