Ashley Fruno

New Zealand has been buzzing with excitement in anticipation of the upcoming release of Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, but disturbing allegations of a slew of animal deaths during the production have cast a dark shadow over the premiere. Although audiences will see an adventure story set in a fantasy world, the abuse…

UPDATE: VICTORY! United Airlines has banned the transport of primates to laboratories. The decision follows a year-long campaign by our affiliate PETA US. Air France and China Southern Airlines are the only remaining major airlines that transport primates destined for experiments. Let’s hope they follow United Airlines’ compassionate example and stop supporting cruel tests on…

Countless animals will be spared from having their fur ripped from their backs now that David Jones, Myer, Target, Big W and Kmart have all announced that they will be fur-free – effective immediately! In a move that reflects massive public support for an end to the fur trade, Myer has become the latest company…

Egyptian media have reported that a scientific committee is recommending that all Australian cattle have their ears cut off prior to slaughter. The recommendation comes in response to Australian cattle in Egypt having been held for several weeks following the discovery of hormone growth promotants (HGPs) in the ears of some animals. Egyptian authorities have…

By Syed Rizvi As a Muslim who grew up in the Indo-Pak subcontinent, I am appalled that any devout Muslim would consume the flesh of animals who have been cruelly shipped to and slaughtered in the Middle East. To do so during Eid al-Adha not only goes against our faith but also dishonours God. Let…