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Feb 23 2026 | Meghann Cant

Litigation Strategies Against Factory Farming In Emerging Economies

Legal advocates in Brazil, India, Mexico, and Zimbabwe have different tools at their disposal to challenge industrial farming and protect animals used for food. READ MORE

Feb 20 2026 | Holly Thackeray

Captivity Framed As Connection: Japan’s Exotic Animal Cafes

In Japan’s animal cafes, customers can experience the thrill of exotic species up close. But at what cost to animal welfare? READ MORE

Feb 17 2026 | David Church

Lion-Keeping Is More Popular Than Ever In Thailand

By collecting and analyzing data on captive lions in Thailand over seven years, researchers identified ownership, breeding, and management trends for these non-native big cats. The consequences for animal welfare and public safety are significant. READ MORE

Feb 16 2026 | Millie Morton

Behind Closed Doors: Animal Protection Investigations In India

Animal protection investigations expose widespread cruelty in India, but weak infrastructure limits what this evidence can achieve. This report explains why — and what needs to change. READ MORE

Feb 2 2026 | Carol Kline & Taylor Bass

Why Do Some People Choose Ethical Animal Tourism And Others Don’t?

As animal tourism grows in popularity, more and more people are wanting to choose their activities wisely. This article uncovers the psychology behind ethical travel decision-making. READ MORE

Dec 23 2025 | Jiwon Joung

Do Men Eat More Meat Than Women Across Cultures?

Men eat more meat than women, but this cross-cultural study finds that the gender gap grows larger in countries with higher gender equality and human development — a counterintuitive pattern with clear implications for meat-reduction efforts. READ MORE

Dec 19 2025 | Alan Jern

Most People Worldwide Think Chicken Welfare Matters

A survey of over 4,000 people from 14 countries found that the majority think egg-laying hens shouldn’t suffer and would prefer to buy eggs from chickens who haven’t been kept in cages. READ MORE

Dec 12 2025 | Flavia Manieri

Why Isn’t Compassionate Fashion An Easy Choice?

When choosing between animal and vegan leather, every purchase can become a quiet moral negotiation for consumers concerned about welfare and the environment. READ MORE

Dec 4 2025 | Jennifer Rao

India’s Northeast Reveals A Path Beyond Factory Farming

Do economic growth and factory farming always go hand-in-hand? India’s Northeastern states may hold some policy answers. READ MORE

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