Two fin whales dead as Iceland’s controversial hunt returns
Two fin whales were killed off the coast of Iceland after the country’s commercial whaling fleet resumed operations for the first time in two years, ending a pause that had raised hopes the country might be moving toward a permanent ban. Iceland has killed more than 1,000 fin whales in the past two decades.
Meta (Facebook) is the world’s largest illegal wildlife marketplace
A landmark investigative report released today by a coalition of international conservation organizations provides damning evidence that Meta—the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger—hosts the largest known illegal wildlife marketplace in the world.
Clicks That Kill: Meta’s Algorithm of Extinction (PDF)
The case to compel Meta to rid its platform of wildlife trafficking: the illegal wildlife trade on Meta platforms goes beyond criminal acts; it accelerates the erosion of Earth’s dwindling biodiversity.
The best vegan bags of 2026: stylish, ethical, and leather-free
Vegan bags have come a long way since the only options were PU and PVC. Today’s designs are made from plant-based leathers such as corn, cactus, and apple—conscious towards the planet and kind to animals. These designs, which have a much smaller environmental impact compared to both animal skins and purely synthetic alternatives, are also […]
r.e.m. beauty
r.e.m. beauty, founded by pop star Ariana Grande in 2021, is a popular, vegan, and cruelty-free cosmetics line. Named after her song “r.e.m.” and the rapid eye movement sleep state, the brand features a space-age, retro-futuristic aesthetic with a heavy focus on eyes, lips, and complexion products.
Ariana Grande
Outside of music and acting, she has worked with many charitable organizations and advocates for animal rights, mental health, and gender, racial, and LGBT equality. Her business ventures include the cosmetics brand R.E.M. Beauty and a fragrance line that has earned over $1 billion in global retail sales.
November 21: Thanksgiving with the Turkeys
Poolesville, MD, USA: Come celebrate Thanksgiving WITH the turkeys at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary. Join our friendly turkeys and all their friends in celebrating a cruelty-free Thanksgiving potluck. Please bring a vegan (no meat, dairy, fish or eggs) dinner or dessert item to serve 8. After the dinner we will gather the donated pumpkins to […]
November 14: Tampa Bay VegFest
Tampa, FL, USA: Tampa Bay Veg Fest is an annual event that welcomes the Tampa community and beyond to celebrate all things plant-based and vegan. Featuring nationally renowned speakers, 140+ veg-friendly vendors/exhibitors, animal rescue groups, vegan food, raw/cooking demonstrations, humane education, live music and entertainment, yoga classes, and activities for children and families, the event […]
October 16-18: 34th Annual Animal Law Conference
Washington, DC, USA + Virtual: Co-presented by Animal Legal Defense Fund & Center for Animal Law Studies at Lewis & Clark Law School. The conference has become a hub for legal scholars, advocates, practitioners, and students from around the world.
October 10: 2026 Wildlife Conservation Expo
San Francisco, CA, USA: Every year, WCN’s Wildlife Conservation Expos provide a unique opportunity to bring together wildlife’s most ardent supporters with some of the world’s leading conservationists to connect, share stories, and make life-long friendships. At Expo you can hear what it’s like to live and work in some of the most remote parts […]
October 3-12: 10-Day Italy Vegan Tour
Multi-City Italy Tour: Get a taste of Italy on this tour that takes us to three of Europe’s most extraordinary cities! In Rome, we will wander the Eternal City, teeming with ancient ruins of the Roman Empire amidst a thriving modern city. Over in Florence, enchantments await us among the gorgeous scenery, with day trips […]
October 2-4: Animal Law & Advocacy Conference
Toronto, Canada: Join us at the Animal Law & Advocacy Conference—an action-packed, one-of-a-kind event for animal advocates, lawyers, scholars, and students to connect and join forces to help animals.
