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Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Sedated, injured, even dead: Exotic bird smuggling cases underscore a problem at the border

Two San Diego men were sentenced for smuggling endangered birds across the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting a significant illegal wildlife trade issue.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

San Francisco lawmakers push to bring back 'dog court' amid rise in canine bites

Dog bites in San Francisco increased significantly, prompting local leaders to seek accountability through the reinstatement of a 'dog court'.
Miami food
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Trump administration attempt to gut Endangered Species Act hits roadblock

The proposed rewrite of the Endangered Species Act could worsen species decline and harm Florida's economy and environment.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
#assisted-dying
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Assisted dying bill fails to become law after running out of time in House of Lords

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill failed to progress in the House of Lords due to procedural issues, not its merits.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK assisted dying bill fails after delays but advocates vow to try again

Efforts to legalize assisted dying in the UK failed due to parliamentary delays and opposition from lawmakers.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Assisted dying bill fails to become law after running out of time in House of Lords

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill failed to progress in the House of Lords due to procedural issues, not its merits.
fromAxios
3 days ago

What to know about the missing scientists alarming Congress

Chairman James Comer and Rep. Eric Burlison sent letters to FBI Director Kash Patel, NASA administrator Jared Isaacman, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, seeking information on the deaths and disappearances, and the processes and procedures in place to protect American scientific secrets and ensure personnel safety.
US news
US politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

The bill lacks meaningful constitutional safeguards and allows broad discretion to the attorney general regarding access to the 702 program.
#wildlife-conservation
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Experts call for restrictions on pet flea treatments that harm UK songbirds

Pet flea treatments are contaminating songbird feathers with harmful insecticides, prompting calls for regulatory changes to protect wildlife.
Pets
fromNature
1 month ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Experts call for restrictions on pet flea treatments that harm UK songbirds

Pet flea treatments are contaminating songbird feathers with harmful insecticides, prompting calls for regulatory changes to protect wildlife.
Pets
fromNature
1 month ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The U.S. just changed marijuana law for the first time in decades

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the decision in a post on X, noting that the DOJ would immediately move state-licensed marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana products to Schedule III alongside Tylenol with codeine, ketamine, and steroids.
Cannabis
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

CFIA could move forward with proposed livestock traceability changes ... but will it?

The CFIA is pausing livestock traceability regulation changes to consider industry feedback and engage in further consultations.
#animal-welfare
fromFortune
6 days ago
Pets

Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Animal park euthanises entire wolf pack after vicious infighting

Wildwood animal park euthanised its entire pack of European grey wolves due to severe aggression and life-threatening injuries among the animals.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

fromFortune
6 days ago
Pets

Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Animal park euthanises entire wolf pack after vicious infighting

Wildwood animal park euthanised its entire pack of European grey wolves due to severe aggression and life-threatening injuries among the animals.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Uproar over mama bear killing could help launch a state wildlife coexistence program

Legislation is being considered in California to promote nonlethal solutions for human-wildlife conflicts following public outcry over a bear's death.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

New Bill Seeks to Lower Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs - MedCity News

The Every Dollar Counts Act aims to apply out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs toward patients' deductibles, regardless of purchase method.
Pets
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Is your dog aggressive? YOU are to blame, scientists say

Owner behavior, environment, and dog's history are key factors in dog attacks, not breed.
#fisa
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

With US spy laws set to expire, lawmakers are split over protecting Americans from warrantless surveillance | TechCrunch

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers

Mike Johnson's proposal to renew Section 702 of FISA lacks a warrant requirement, aiming to reauthorize the program for three years with oversight adjustments.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

With US spy laws set to expire, lawmakers are split over protecting Americans from warrantless surveillance | TechCrunch

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, is set to expire, with lawmakers divided on extending it without reforms.
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

RFK Jr.'s rejection of germ theory debunked in Senate hearing

Kennedy's rejection of germ theory, a cornerstone of biomedical science, has been largely underreported, despite its implications for public health and vaccine discourse.
Public health
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
4 days ago

In a Warming World, Border Walls Increasingly Harm Wildlife | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Border walls are located along imaginary geopolitical boundaries. They slice arbitrarily through critical ecosystems that know only natural boundaries, cutting wild animals off from the resources they need to live—food, water, a diverse selection of mates—and the ability to migrate for survival.
Environment
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

EU tightens rules for Brits travelling to Europe with pets

The EU has tightened pet passport rules, invalidating EU Pet Passports for UK residents and requiring an Animal Health Certificate for travel.
Pets
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Man faces 5 years in prison for using AI to fake sighting of runaway wolf

Neukgu the wolf became a symbol of independence and internet fame after his escape and return to the zoo.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Reimagining Animal Sentience: A Novel View of Animal Minds

Animal sentience is real, and poetry can transform our understanding and treatment of animals as conscious beings.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Animal activists celebrate their first global 'Sanctuary Day'

Jessica Wallace, who has a degree in equine sciences, bought the four-acre property to have a home for her horse. She says now her mission is to provide a safe haven for at-risk animals, especially those that are older and disabled.
Pets
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

England lags behind rest of world by allowing greyhound racing, MPs told

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and greyhound racing, advocating for accessible journalism and animal welfare.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Why People Risk Their Lives for Animals in War

Civilians in Ukraine face life-threatening decisions, often prioritizing their pets over personal safety due to emotional responses under extreme stress.
Dining
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Woke scientists want photos of ANIMALS on menus to put diners off meat

Adding photos of animals to menus increases the likelihood of diners choosing vegetarian options over meat dishes.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California woman registered her dog to vote, cast ballots in the pooch's name, prosecutors say

Laura Lee Yourex pleaded guilty to registering her dog to vote and casting ballots in its name, facing sentencing on October 16.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Critter cruelty: Animal abusers be listed on publicly accessible registry under new NYC Council bill

The registry, Ariola said, would go a long way toward protecting New York's animals by allowing rescues and other agencies to quickly search the names of potential adoption applicants, and prevent any sale or adoption by people who are known to cause harm to animals.
Pets
Pets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

No cuddles, but lots of care: How a Paris-area wildlife hospital keeps rescued animals wild

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and support for wildlife rehabilitation efforts.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why I Left Health Tech to Fix Our Broken Pet Adoption System

Neglected industries with real pain points and low software adoption offer better opportunities for founders than crowded, well-funded markets with established competition.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

On the trail with the hunters who believe shooting big game can save Africa's wildlife

Trophy hunting in protected areas like Niassa reserve raises ethical concerns about wildlife conservation and the impact on animal populations.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

A Compassionate History of American Attitudes Toward Animals

A new book details the evolution of human-animal relationships and highlights the responsibility for unseen consequences of our actions towards other species.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Minister considers banning over-the-counter flea treatments for pets

Ministers are considering restricting over-the-counter flea and tick treatments to prescriptions only, due to environmental contamination concerns.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Over-the-counter pet flea treatments could be banned under new UK rules

Pet owners in the UK may face a ban on purchasing flea treatments for pets to ensure proper usage and protect the environment.
Agriculture
fromTruthout
1 month ago

GOP Farm Bill Set to Unleash Pesticide Use and Strip Animal Welfare Protections

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 prioritizes agricultural industry interests over food safety and public health protections.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Hidden Lives of Lab Animals and the Need for Reform

Countless millions of nonhuman animals (animals) of all sorts are used in a diverse array of laboratory research. Their treatment varies from being unspeakably inhumanely abused to being treated with kindness, depending on the questions at hand and the values and attitudes of the researchers themselves. The lives of these animals truly are hidden, and most people are incredulous when they learn that laboratory rats and mice still are not considered "animals" under the current federal Animal Welfare Act.
Science
#animal-cruelty
Pets
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Baychester dog attack on opossum sparks cruelty probe

A dog attacked an opossum in Baychester, leading to the animal's death and an investigation for possible animal cruelty.
Pets
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Baychester dog attack on opossum sparks cruelty probe

A dog attacked an opossum in Baychester, leading to the animal's death and an investigation for possible animal cruelty.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New NYC Council caucus must crack down on animal sacrifices after number of 'horrific cases': Queens pol

A Queens councilwoman joins a new animal welfare caucus to push for stricter laws against ritualistic animal sacrifice, which has plagued her district.
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Tech bills of the week: Improved biological data for research; Section 702 reform; and more

Ushering in the Golden Age of Innovation is about more than just winning the global tech race - it's about securing the safety and prosperity of our country for generations to come. Our bill is an important step in this effort and will better ensure the United States has the infrastructure in place to lead the 21st century.
EU data protection
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Germany moves to legalise wolf hunting in response to livestock bloodlust'

Germany's parliament passed legislation allowing wolf hunting to address growing populations and livestock attacks, with voting split along political lines.
#nih-policy
fromNature
2 months ago

The age of animal experiments is waning. Where will science go next?

Last November, the UK government announced a bold plan to phase out animal testing in some areas of research. Animal tests for skin irritation are scheduled for elimination this year, and some studies on dogs should be slashed by 2030. The long-term vision is 'a world where the use of animals in science is eliminated in all but exceptional circumstances'.
Science
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Will it save dogs or impede key health research? Two views of Ontario's Bill 75 | CBC News

Ontario's Bill 75 proposes banning invasive medical research on cats and dogs with limited veterinary exemptions, sparking debate between researchers concerned about cardiovascular disease studies and animal rights advocates supporting the restrictions.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Reforms must be fair tovets and pet owners | Letters

Increased veterinary costs and reduced services threaten the availability of essential pet care for owners.
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: The new alternatives to animal testing

Mini 3D 'organoids' are slowly phasing out animal testing in some areas of research. These laboratory-grown tissue structures can model human biology more accurately than traditional animal models, reducing the need for animal experimentation while providing more relevant data for drug development and disease research.
Science
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Republican Congressman To Introduce the Protecting Puppies From Sharia Act'

Rep. Randy Fine plans the Protecting Puppies From Sharia Act to block federal funds to jurisdictions that deem dogs haram after making anti-Muslim remarks.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Congress must prevent AI surveillance. The Anthropic feud proves it | Ashley Gorski and Patrick Toomey

The Pentagon's conflict with Anthropic over AI safety guardrails reveals how easily advanced AI surveillance systems could be deployed against Americans without congressional oversight or legal restrictions.
Environment
fromFortune
2 months ago

Animal behavioralists saved a rhino with bleeding eyes by giving it eye drops, in a "ridiculous idea" gone right | Fortune

Voluntary training allowed caretakers to safely administer eyedrops to an endangered white rhino in Zimbabwe, preserving vision and protecting a community reintroduction program.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Dogs, Cats, and Other Nonhumans Are Not 'Just Animals'

A new book challenges speciesist narratives and promotes deeper respect for animals as sentient beings with powerful social bonds.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists explain why entire pack of wolves needed to be euthanised

The charity claims long-term separation was not a viable solution, as wolves' welfare is closely tied to living within a stable pack structure, and isolation can create further welfare concerns.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on vets: there is nothing cuddly about this under-regulated market | Editorial

The Competition and Markets Authority found that consumers have overpaid roughly £1 billion in veterinary fees over five years, highlighting a significant issue in the market.
Pets
Pets
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

Dozens Of Neglected Dogs Rescued In Brooklyn

More than 20 dogs rescued from unsanitary conditions in Brooklyn are now being placed in adoptive homes after a court granted custody to the ASPCA.
Pets
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Plan to round up millions of dogs sparks 'global health' warning

India's Supreme Court-ordered mega shelter plan for stray dogs risks creating a public health disaster by concentrating diseased animals in high-density facilities, potentially triggering zoonotic disease outbreaks with global consequences.
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