“It’s a matter of taking the side of the weak against the strong — something the best
people have always done.” —Harriet Beecher Stowe, American Abolitionist and Author
The Best People
National Geographic contributing photographer Joel Sartore is 11 years into a 25-year endeavor to document every captive animal species in the world using studio lighting and black-and-white backgrounds. So far, … Read More
When it comes to lending a hand to a furry friend in need, there is nothing an animal lover won’t do. We’ve seen people go above and beyond to help … Read More
Although Leonardo DiCaprio is better associated with the “Wolf of Wall Street” than with actual wolves, he is an activist for global conservation, donating over $15 million to environmental organizations. … Read More
Tom Regan, an American moral philosopher known for his groundbreaking work in the study of animal rights, died of pneumonia Friday, Feb. 17. He was 78. A professor emeritus at … Read More
Supremely talented Sia was nominated for two big awards: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Cheap Thrills,” featuring Sean Paul, and Best Pop Vocal Album for This Is Acting. What is … Read More
Gene Baur is an activist and best-selling author who co-founded the farm animal protection organization Farm Sanctuary. Time Magazine has called him the “conscience of the food movement” and he … Read More
It is with profound regret and unfathomable sadness that we announce the passing of Gill Dalley,” said Soi Dog Foundation in a release issued today. “The inaugural winner of … Read More
“Lion Ark,” an award-winning film that chronicles the rescue of 25 lions from circuses in Bolivia, will be screened in Atlanta and Athens later this month, and Newnan resident Ron … Read More
Cristiano Ronaldo has saved the day many times on the football pitch, but did you know that he was a superstar of the field as well?
Cantinho da Lili is an … Read More
One Saudi man has taken upon himself to advocate for animal rights in the region and he is changing hearts one tweet at a time.
Bander al-Fawaz started a Twitter account … Read More
Documentary filmmaker Christine Ren has a unique set of experiences and skills: she has degrees in marine affairs/policy and biology, worked as a ballet dancer and is an experienced diver. … Read More
The causes people devote their lives to can tell you so much about who they truly are. Mary Tyler Moore was an animal rights activist and a children’s health advocate, … Read More
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A Senate hearing to “modernize the Endangered Species Act” unfolded Wednesday just as supporters of the law had feared, with round after round of criticism from Republican lawmakers who said the federal effort to keep species from going extinct encroaches on states’ rights, is unfair to landowners and stymies efforts by mining companies to extract resources and create jobs.
