Animal rights
UK animal welfare bill forcing divulging of kosher, halal meat passes first reading
MP Esther McVey, who brought the bill on Tuesday, said it is about animal welfare, transparency in meat production and consumer choice, and does not seek to ban halal or kosher meat.
Animal rights organization urges Nature and Parks Authority to cease shooting of stray dogs
Animal rights orgs. hit out at 'ridiculous' claim crocodiles were culled over terrorism fears
Newborn African lion cub rescued from Istanbul smugglers
Illegal cockfighting ring broken up by Israel Police, 150 cockerels rescued
The territorial animals were forced to fight each other while patrons gambled on who the winner would be.
Zoo in Denmark asks public for unwanted pets to feed its carnivores
The animals cannot have been treated for illness for at least 30 days prior to being donated.
Kosher or cruel? The Jewish ethical dilemma of factory-farmed meat
Growing demand for meat worldwide sparks debate about 'tza’ar ba’alei chaim' – causing needless suffering to living creatures.
Sanctuary sought for two stranded killer whales after zoo shuts down
The mother and son duo have spent their whole lives at the Marineland Antibes but are now seeking new waters after the center shut down in January.
Rare parrots stolen from Jerusalem zoo returned, suspect arrested
Zoo CEO Sigalit Hertz said that they believe the three individuals were "animal traffickers who knew exactly what to steal."
US proposes looser interpretation of law that protects threatened species
The public may submit comments on the proposal for 30 days following its publication in the Federal Register, which is expected on Thursday.
Petah Tikva father-son duo arrested for attacking neighbor, attempting to kidnap dog
The men, aged 62 and 31, allegedly threatened to kill the dog over the barking.
Long Island dog rescue names adoptable puppies in honor of Bibas family
The rescue's founder was devastated by the announcement of their murders in captivity.
US most wanted terrorist since 2009 arrested in the UK
The suspect, Daniel Andreas San Diego, was arrested in Wales on Monday in an operation carried out by Britain's National Crime Agency, Counter Terrorism Policing, and the North Wales Police.
Ramat Gan’s animal rescue and bonding farm
Natural Bonds is not only a home for animals, however: It is also a home for people.
