Shek Graham/CC by 2.0 Yet another reason why “breast is best” when it comes to feeding human babies: Millions of containers of Similac powdered infant formula have been recalled because beetles were found in some of them. According to the company that makes Similac, “[I]nfants who consume formula containing the beetles or their larvae, … Read more »
Looks like someone’s happy…and technologically advanced too! Caption that comic! The person whose caption best complements the strip will receive a prize. This week’s winner will show the world you helped change a life when you walk your companion mutt in this PETA dog collar. Click here for larger version The contest ends at 12 noon on September 29, 2010, … Read more »
Ever wonder how young people in China feel about the gruesome slaughter of animals for fur cuffs and collars? A flood of 12,352 artistic entries to Design Against Fur, which was co-organized by Swiss Animal Protection, Fur Free Alliance, and World Society for the Protection of Animals, makes it very clear that many students from … Read more »
Imagine having a debilitating medical condition, suffering from aching joints and throbbing feet, and still having to walk every day to work, where you’d be kept on your feet constantly and forced to perform physical labor for long shifts. You’d be given no chance to recuperate (much less retire), and when you slowed down or … Read more »
Just a week after PETA’s undercover investigation of Professional Laboratory and Research Services, Inc. (PLRS) forced the laboratory to shut down, the 200-plus animals who were rescued from this hellhole are safe and are beginning to heal physically and emotionally. PETA’s friends at the Virginia Beach SPCA (VBSPCA) assisted with the rescue of the animals on … Read more »
In a candid and heartfelt interview with PETA, actor Misty Upham—whose mesmerizing performance in Frozen River garnered rave reviews—expresses her dismay over a wide range of animal issues, including the treatment of captive bears who are displayed in pits and cages as tourist attractions in Cherokee, North Carolina: Upham grew up on a Black Foot … Read more »
We’re in the process of getting in touch with the winner for this 10% wool caption contest, but this one is our favorite! And that was the end of happy hour… Don’t forget to check out past 10% Wool comic strips and get more information on the series and the writer here, and learn … Read more »
Teens who are desperate for clear skin will be reminded of the link between acne and drinking milk when they spot our new “Got Zits?” billboard in Spokane, Washington: Multiple studies have shown a conclusive connection between the consumption of dairy products and acne—the universal curse of adolescence. And giving up milk has another benefit … Read more »
Just in time for the season-two premiere of ABC’s Emmy award winning comedy Modern Family, rising star Sarah Hyland, who plays Haley Dunphy, sat down with peta2 to talk about the importance of buying cruelty-free products that haven’t been tested on animals, why the only good fur is faux fur, and other animal rights issues that … Read more »
This is our favorite caption though we’re still waiting for the winner to get back to us. Check your junk mail! “Quick Ned, reload! We’ve got one caught in the headlights!” Don’t forget to check out past 10% Wool comic strips and get more information on the series and the writer here and learn how to … Read more »
shawnsavior/CC by 2.0 Daniel Bryan, who’s a favorite in both wrestling and vegan circles, roared into the ring last night and defeated “The Miz” to win the title of WWE U.S. Champion. All of you who urged the WWE to bring Bryan back should give yourselves a pat on the back for helping to … Read more »
Thailand’s first animal welfare legislation, which is currently pending review and approval by the Thai government’s Decree Office, is in trouble, and officials need a nudge to get it back on track. The bill makes it a crime for anyone to cause unnecessary suffering to an animal and includes welfare requirements that would help protect animals … Read more »
Well, not literally. The Naked Chef is actually creating a vegetarian cookbook for his many fans who have been clamoring for one. “We’re going to bundle all of my vegetarian recipes and vegan recipes into one big massive, mammoth book,” Oliver told The Huffington Post. “Vegetarian as a general concept is a brilliant thing. We’ve got to stop … Read more »
More art to move your heart: The European art collective Neozoon has transformed discarded fur coats into running “bulls,” wobbly-legged “lambs,” and climbing “bears.” The ersatz animals are now “roving” streets and parks in Berlin and Paris. Neozoon’s striking installations inspire viewers to ponder society’s mistreatment of animals. Neozoon has also created an exhibit at … Read more »
