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Florida Man Gets Jail Time in Connection With Viral Shark-Dragging Video

Robert Lee Benac helped pull a shark to death behind a high-speed boat and laughed while he did it. Jail time for his part in the evil stunt is well deserved.

Photo courtesy of the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
3 PR Nightmares SeaWorld Didn’t See Coming on #BoycottSeaWorldDay

It’s not a sought-after trifecta, but SeaWorld managed to score it.

Celebrities React to Joaquin Phoenix’s ‘What the Health’

Reactions included ‘I’m going to attempt this vegan life,’ ‘Everyone should watch it,’ and ‘Going plant based.’ Find out what all the hype is about.

James Cromwell Arrested and Cited After Leading PETA Activists in Takeover of SeaWorld’s Orca Show on #BoycottSeaWorldDay

Other PETA members who were arrested have pressed assault charges against SeaWorld’s head of security after being attacked.

Kyara—Takara’s Daughter and the ‘Last’ Orca to Be Born at SeaWorld—Has Died

After acknowledging on Saturday that the newborn orca may have pneumonia, the company announced today that Kyara died at SeaWorld San Antonio.

VIDEO: Couple Says Great Dane Lost 28 Pounds in Nine Days at PetSmart Hotel

When the Michigan residents picked up Beauvine, the Great Dane, he was dehydrated, lethargic, and covered with feces and vomit.

Four out of Five Americans Support Measures to Improve Chickens’ Welfare—but Does ‘Humane’ Meat Really Exist?

If you want the satisfaction of knowing that animals didn’t suffer for the food on your plate, there’s only one way to go: vegan.

Good News! Expedia Is Helping Take the Torture Out of Travel

PETA first called on Expedia to ban elephant rides last year. The travel company is now committing to removing certain wildlife excursions from its sites.

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Good News, Stephen Colbert: Unfrosted Pop-Tarts Are Vegan

“The Late Show” host is going vegan for 17 days, but we’re hoping the comedian makes the change a permanent one after realizing just how easy it is.

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‘War for the Planet of the Apes’ Spotlights the Power of CGI

The film is laced with anti-captivity messaging, so it’s only fitting that animal welfare was taken into account when digitally creating the stars of the film.

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UPDATE: ‘Orcas’ Who ‘Died’ at SeaWorld’s Aquatica Arrested

Demonstrators were removed by the police via wheelchair and stretcher on Friday, held prisoner—just as real orcas are at SeaWorld—and charged with obstructing business operations.

Bon Appétit: Pamela Anderson Opens a Pop-Up Vegan Restaurant in France

The animal rights activist and longtime PETA friend has opened a pop-up eatery in the South of France, which will feature an all-vegan menu.

PETA Members Join NYCLASS to Protest Cruel Horse-Drawn Carriages in New York

More than 50 animal rights activists gathered in New York City to draw attention to the horse-drawn carriage industry.

State Finds at Least 12 Greyhounds Test Positive for Cocaine at Florida Race Track

The greyhounds’ trainer, Charles McClellan, reportedly has had his license suspended after being deemed “a threat to animals in his control, custody and care.”

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Happy Birthday, Pamela! The Icon Turns 50—and Celebrates 20 Years of PETA Activism

We’re celebrating the “Baywatch” icon’s birthday and PETA anniversary with a roundup of 20 of our favorite Pamela moments!

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