Egypt has taken a major step toward more humane tourism by banning the use of all animals in entertainment shows at hotels and tourism facilities nationwide, according to local reports from Egypt Independent and Cairo24. The new directive — issued by the Chamber of Tourist Establishments and Restaurants — comes after the Central Administration for […]

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Justice is continuing to catch up to people involved in the creation and distribution of cruel monkey torture videos. After years of documentation, investigations, and reporting by Lady Freethinker and other advocates, 2026 has already brought new arrests and prison sentences for individuals participating in this abuse. These cases are part of a growing international […]

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A new investigation by Lady Freethinker (LFT) and Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN) has discovered a rapidly growing network of unregulated puppy mills in Indonesia. This reveals widespread animal suffering, lower welfare standards, and serious public health risks. Investigators found that backyard breeding operations have increased across Java, especially in West Java and Central Java. […]

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A young orange tabby named Garfield is defying the odds after surviving what veterinarians now believe was at least a week trapped on Long Island Rail Road tracks, including being hit by a train, before a coordinated rescue saved his life. ABC7 New York first reported the story. Garfield was initially spotted near the Lindenhurst […]

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Boat traffic is disrupting the lives of marine animals worldwide, according to a new analysis that reviewed over 40 years of research. The study, published in npj Ocean Sustainability, examined 1,850 comparisons from 204 peer-reviewed papers. It found that vessels consistently interfere with the behavior, communication, and physiology of large ocean animals. Researchers looked at […]

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PETITION TARGET: Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Mike Johnson A helpless sea turtle — frantic to find warmth but virtually paralyzed — was found just in time by members of the Treasure Island, Florida Police Department’s Community Service Crew. Sadly, many sea turtles are not so lucky: They are increasingly washing ashore cold-stunned, […]

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PETITION CLOSED PETITION TARGET: RJ Sigurdson, Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation Some 300 dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, and cows who were in physical and mental distress, denied veterinary care, and kept in terrible conditions — some in so much agony that they needed to be immediately euthanized — were seized from two rural Alberta, Canada […]

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Many people laugh when their dog howls along with a favorite song. However, new research suggests that some dogs may actually be trying to sing in tune. A study led by Tufts University psychologist Aniruddh Patel found that certain dogs can change the pitch of their howls to match changes in music, as reported by […]

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Delhi is taking a significant step toward becoming a kinder place for animals. The city has announced that new Societies for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCAs) will be set up in all 13 of its revenue districts, according to India’s News. Each district SPCA will be led by its District Magistrate. The aim is […]

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After 19-year-old Samuel Haymon lost his job and was evicted from his home, he rejected a bed at a shelter for people experiencing homelessness because they told him his dog Mordex was not permitted. Having a strong bond, the man couldn’t bear to be without Mordex, who he’d raised from a puppy, saying, “He’s my […]

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PETITION TARGET: Tulsa Zoo Pacing, swaying, and head-bobbing: These are the intense signs of psychological distress that former L.A. Zoo elephants Billy and Tina are reportedly exhibiting following their transfer to the Tulsa Zoo after decades in captivity, according to elephant specialists. Recent reporting and elephant welfare experts are raising serious concerns about the well‑being […]

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As the war in Ukraine continues to devastate communities, countless families are struggling to keep themselves safe through harsh winter conditions. Their companion animals face the same dangers — exposed to freezing temperatures, constant shelling, and the stress of living in an active conflict zone. To help protect these vulnerable animals, Lady Freethinker has partnered […]

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Severe flooding in northern Colombia left communities in the Córdoba region struggling to recover after days of heavy rain and the collapse of the Urrá hydroelectric dam. Entire neighborhoods were submerged as the Sinú River overflowed, forcing families to flee and leaving hundreds of animals without food, shelter, or medical care. Lady Freethinker sponsored an […]

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