Animals Used for Entertainment

In Death, Tilikum Is Finally Free

Tilikum—the “star” of Blackfish—is dead, following decades of exploitation in the marine-mammal “abusement” industry.

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The Melbourne Cup: The Race That Divides the Nation © Liss Ralston

The Melbourne Cup: The Race That Divides the Nation

As people become increasingly aware that horses die on racetracks, the Melbourne Cup is quickly turning into the race that divides the nation.

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TripAdvisor Gets Rave Reviews for New Ethical Policies

TripAdvisor has announced that it will no longer sell tickets to animal “attractions,” including elephant rides, tiger encounters, and “swim with dolphins” excursions.

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Baird Government Backflips on Greyhound-Racing Ban

In a move which has shocked the nation, the New South Wales government has reversed its historic decision to ban greyhound racing in the state.

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Watching Hunters Hide From the Internet Is Strangely Satisfying

Turns out those hunters who brag about their kills online aren’t so brave when the sights are set on them.

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