PETA appreciates its friends in the media, but some websites seem to be looking to stir up controversy. (Shocker, right?) Case in point: PETA sent a friendly letter to Nicole Richie after learning that her father had rented an elephant as a “surprise” for her wedding this weekend to Joel Madden. We asked her to … Read more »
I have but two great loves in life: animals and shoes. But there’s nothing I hate more than when the latter causes the former suffering. So I was over the moon—and slightly jealous—when I heard that mayjah fashion house Dior had made special vegan shoes for the new face of its Miss Dior Cherie campaign, … Read more »
As if Tommy Lee’s original letter to SeaWorld about the park’s disturbing orca-breeding practices weren’t high-five-worthy enough, it gets even better! A SeaWorld rep responded, “The process of collecting semen for [artificial insemination] doesn’t differ in any meaningful way from the techniques employed in managing livestock or other species for zoological display. … [O]ur trainers … Read more »
And here’s our favorite caption for this weeks’ “10% Wool” comic contest! We’re in process of contacting the winner, so be sure to check your inbox! The two wild animals stared at each other in awe as nature went against itself.Click here for larger version Don’t forget to check out the archive of past 10% Wool comic … Read more »
Bob Barker is so active for animals that in just one day—today—we received word that his efforts have paid off significantly in two very different ways. We were still popping champagne corks over the news (which NASA can deny until it’s blue in the face) that NASA’s radiation experiments have been canned—thanks in part to … Read more »
Caring folks continue to plead for basic compassion at SeaWorld and call on officials to enforce anti-cruelty laws. But Tilikum, the orca who has killed three people, is still confined to a cramped, claustrophobic tank that’s barely bigger than the size of his body to prevent him from having any physical contact with the trainers—except when they … Read more »
Are you one of those people who dread going home for the holidays because of the inevitable arguments over what who you choose not to eat, wear, or chain up in the backyard? Russell Simmons—hip-hop mogul and author of the upcoming self-help book Super Rich—has some sage advice about making peace with less ethically evolved … Read more »
Joanna Lumley, the Absolutely Fabulous former Bond girl and current star of the Broadway play La Bête is still as fabulous as ever. What’s her secret? Not being part of the “blood chain,” as the longtime vegetarian puts it. She recently took a break from treading the boards to chat with PETA V.P. Dan Mathews … Read more »
Time for another “Tag and Release” contest! Here’s how it works: You submit the caption for this week’s comic in the comment section below. The person whose caption best complements the strip will receive a prize. This week’s winner will walk away with PETA’s Tofu Nation T-shirt. Click here for larger version The entry round ends at 12 noon … Read more »
When I read that Joan Jett jumped on a car hood to join PETA’s protest outside the Waldorf Astoria, where McDonald’s Jim Skinner was to receive a “Distinguished CEO” award (?!) last night, I started applauding. Sure, Jim Skinner is “distinguished”—from anyone with an ounce of compassion and a kernel of common sense, that is. … Read more »
I’m such a map geek that I study the road atlas for fun. But I was equal parts intrigued and disturbed by the latest map that I laid eyes on: Food & Water Watch’s Factory Farm Map. This interactive online map shows which areas of the U.S. have the most animal factories, and it also … Read more »
To be honest, I haven’t paid much attention to the NFL since Barry Sanders stunned the football world and retired, but even I know about Chad Ochocinco. Now, the Cincinnati Bengals’ mighty Number 85 has become the latest star to bare his impressive physique—and tats, of course—for PETA’s “Ink, Not Mink” campaign. How bare? Well, … Read more »
And here’s our favorite caption for this weeks’ “10% Wool” comic contest! We’re in process of contacting the winner, so be sure to check your inbox! News update! In an attempt to make themselves less desirable, turkeys are flocking to plastic surgeons for wishbone-ectomies! Tonight at 9: “Ask Yourself: Is Your Thanksgiving Meal Worth Their Pain?” Click … Read more »
Here’s one for the Christmas carolers—Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album, featuring PETA pals Lea Michele and Jane Lynch. Surely you’ll want to a-choir this one for your holiday music collection—and if you come out on top of this week’s “Win It” Wednesday challenge, you will. How can you win it? Simply rework a verse from … Read more »
