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European Commission Adopts New Four-year Strategy to Further Improve the Welfare of Animals in the European Union
The European Commission has adopted a new four-year strategy (2012-2015) that aims to further improve the welfare of animals in the European Union. How People Arrived Here: European Union Strategy for the protection and welfare of animals 2012-2015, The...
Members of the South African Public are Invited to Comment on Newly Proposed Amendments to the Rhino Law
Members of the public are invited to comment on the newly proposed amendments to the norms and standards for the marking of rhinoceros horn and hunting of white rhinoceros for trophy hunting purposes. How People Arrived Here: CITES rhino permits
Found Animals Launches Unconventional Calendar to Promote Cat Adoption
Not one, but 15 cool cats grace the pages of Found Animals Foundation’s innovative 12-month calendar featuring a bevy of cat-loving men posing for a cause!
American Humane Association Spends an Evening At Hell’s Kitchen
In addition to experiencing the drama of six remaining chefs battling it out to move ahead on FOX’s “Hell’s Kitchen,” viewers will soon be served up a course of compassion, caring and hope.
Five Tonnes of African Elephant Ivory Confiscated in Singapore Destroyed in Nairobi
Nearly five tonnes of African elephant ivory confiscated in Singapore is being destroyed in Nairobi on Wednesday. The tusks are being burned to ensure that they do not again enter international trade, which is illegal. Destroying the stockpile is one...
Wild Animal Sanctuary Named Beneficiary of $100,000 From the Estate of an Avid Animal Lover
The Wild Animal Sanctuary (TWAS) is to receive a gift in the amount of $100,000.00 from the estate of an avid animal lover.
Florida Businessman Pleads Guilty to Illegal Trade in Elephant Ivory
Joseph Barringer, 55, the owner of a Florida pool cue company, pleaded guilty in federal court in Orlando to violating the Endangered Species Act in connection with the illegal export of African elephant ivory through an online auction site.
Lions Rescued From Bolivian Circus to Make Incredible Journey to California
On Tuesday May 25, four lions rescued by Animal Defenders International (ADI) from a Bolivian circus will be arriving at San Francisco International Airport.
