Director James Cameron Speaks Out on Tar Sands Oil
“Avatar” Director James Cameron criticized plans to expand Canada’s tar sands oil development, which has been called the most destructive[…]
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Vietnam: Widespread Police Brutality, Deaths in Custody
The Vietnamese government should promptly open thorough and transparent investigations into a series of deaths caused by the use of[…]
Read morePackage of Animal Welfare Measures Blocked By One Senator
The Humane Society of the United States and the Humane Society Legislative Fund expressed appreciation for the leadership provided by […]
Read moreToxic Coal Ash Pond Breached in North Carolina
A toxic coal ash pond at Progress Energy’s Sutton Electric Plant near Wilmington, North Carolina breached recently, spilling toxic coal[…]
Read moreMabus Report Delivers on 1st Part of President’s Promise to Make Gulf Better than Before BP Oil Disaster
Praising a new government report detailing a long-term environmental restoration plan for the Gulf Coast, five environmental groups called on[…]
Read moreThe Split Within The Animal Rights/Welfare Movements
Before I get into the main topic I would like to remind you that this editorial is meant for everyone, not[…]
Read moreU.S. Senate Approves Kyl, Merkley, Burr Bill to Crack Down on Animal Crush Videos
The Humane Society of the United States commends Sens. Jon Kyl, R-Ariz., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., and Richard Burr, R-N.C., for[…]
Read moreFall Fashion’s Hottest Trend: Faux Fur
If you’d rather go naked than wear fur, you’re in luck. This fall, faux fur is everywhere. Many of the[…]
Read moreThe HSUS Applauds Gov. Rendell for Cracking Down on Poaching
The Humane Society of the United States praised Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell for signing an important bill that cracks down[…]
Read moreHuman Rights First Welcomes President Obama’s Statement at U.N. on “Urgent Situation” in Sudan
Human Rights First welcomes the strong signal sent last week by President Obama and other world leaders to the parties to Sudan’s[…]
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