Punxsutawney Phil’s Life Is No Piece of Cake—but PETA’s Offer Is
Punxsutawney Phil’s Life Is No Piece of Cake—but PETA’s Offer Is

What’s better at predicting the weather than an exhausted, frightened groundhog? Just about everything.

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California Is Running Out of Water to Fight Fires—It’s Time to Point Fingers at Animal Agriculture
California Is Running Out of Water to Fight Fires—It’s Time to Point Fingers at Animal Agriculture

Los Angeles is engulfed in flames, and the city’s water systems are buckling under the pressure. The ongoing catastrophe begs the question: Where did all the water go?

Breaking News: Tennessee Woman Shoots Monkey—PETA Calls for Action
Breaking News: Tennessee Woman Shoots Monkey—PETA Calls for Action

A Tennessee woman says she was attacked by a monkey wearing a leash, reigniting calls for a ban on primate ownership. Find out how to take action.

‘Wounded Warrior Project’ Auctions Off Canned Hunt of Endangered Oryx; Military Veteran Says Stop Promoting Pointless Violence
‘Wounded Warrior Project’ Auctions Off Canned Hunt of Endangered Oryx; Military Veteran Says Stop Promoting Pointless Violence

Find out what a former U.S. combat medic wrote after learning that a charity that supports veterans auctioned off a canned hunt of an endangered animal at a fundraiser.

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What Was a Monkey Doing at Walmart?
What Was a Monkey Doing at Walmart?

Monkeys don’t want to be household novelty “pets.” A pending law would help put an end to this.

OCTO Act Becomes California Law, Banning Octopus Farms
OCTO Act Becomes California Law, Banning Octopus Farms

The OCTO Act will make it illegal for anyone in California to engage in the aquaculture, or farming, of octopuses meant for human consumption.

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Suspected Georgia School Shooter Killed a Deer First
Suspected Georgia School Shooter Killed a Deer First

The suspected Georgia school shooter’s father reportedly called the day his son shot and killed a deer for the first time “the greatest day ever.”

PETA Scientists Applaud Another Step Toward Non-Animal Pyrogen Testing
PETA Scientists Applaud Another Step Toward Non-Animal Pyrogen Testing

For years, PETA scientists have urged regulators to accept non-animal methods for pyrogen testing instead of using horseshoe crab blood.

It’s National Iguana Awareness Day! Learn About These Amazing Lizards and How You Can Help Them
It’s National Iguana Awareness Day! Learn About These Amazing Lizards and How You Can Help Them

It’s National Iguana Awareness Day: Become a lizard whiz by learning interesting facts about these remarkable reptiles—then take action!

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No Spoilers: You Must See ‘Chimp Crazy’ for Yourself!
No Spoilers: You Must See ‘Chimp Crazy’ for Yourself!

If you were surprised to learn about tiger cub–breeding mills, just wait until you see how some people fetishize chimpanzees.

‘Can’t Animals Get One Day of Peace?’ PETA Asks Pennsylvania Governor
‘Can’t Animals Get One Day of Peace?’ PETA Asks Pennsylvania Governor

Sunday—a holy day for many—should be a time to show mercy for traumatized animals.

Rats in the Attic? Here’s How I Gently Moved Them On … for Good!
Rats in the Attic? Here’s How I Gently Moved Them On … for Good!

When a clever rat moved into my attic, I didn’t reach for poison or traps or call “pest control.” Here’s how I got them out with compassion and creativity.

Victory! Chef’s Choice Foods Drops Coconuts Tied to Monkey Labor
Victory! Chef’s Choice Foods Drops Coconuts Tied to Monkey Labor

In a historic move, Thailand-based Chef’s Choice Foods has confirmed that it no longer obtains coconuts from its home country. Here’s why that’s big news.

These Compassionate Cities Are Going Fireworks-Free This Fourth
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These Compassionate Cities Are Going Fireworks-Free This Fourth

The frenzy of Fourth of July fireworks can be a nightmare for animals—which is why THESE compassionate cities are embracing animal-friendly celebrations.

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TikToks That Will Make You Sweet on Spiders
TikToks That Will Make You Sweet on Spiders

If there’s a TikTok trend that has us scrolling, it’s this one. These videos have viewers rethinking their relationship with insects.

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