Protests as Greenpeace activists mark two months in detention
Greenpeace organised protests in 263 cities around the world on Saturday to mark two months since 30 of its environmental activists were jailed in Russia over a demonstration against Arctic drilling.
The group said it hoped thousands of people would take part in the protests, which were taking place from London and Berlin to Delhi and Buenos Aires …
Bangkok Post – Published: 17 Nov 2013 at 01.49
www.bangkokpost.com/news/world…
More information:
Madonna calls for release of Greenpeace activists
www.france24.com/en/20131116-m…
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Scott Coutny hog farm investigation case closed
By Kurt Allemeier
The investigation into animal abuse allegations at a Scott County hog farm has been closed with the claims determined to be unfounded and the man who made them arrested on an unrelated charge.
An investigation by the Humane Society of Scott County and Scott County Sheriff’s Office in September included a five-hour site visit to Grandview Farms on Sept. 27 by an investigator and veterinarian. Grandview Farms, owned by Tom and Joni Dittmer, produces more than 160,000 hogs per year and employs 30 people …
Quad City Times – Nov 16, 2013
qctimes.com/news/local/scott-c…
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Animal board disallows use of elephants in circuses
Vijay Singh, TNN
MUMBAI: Following a ninemonth-long investigation authorized by the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) of circuses across the nation, the AWBI has decided to stop registration of elephants for performances under the Performing Animals Rules in view of the cruelty and abuse suffered by the animals …
Times of India – Nov 16, 2013, 07.11 AM IST
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ho…
More information:
Ban on elephants’ performance in circuses
www.ianslive.in/index.php?para…
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Animal Petitions
Overview:
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• Shut Down Inhumane Puppy Mill
• Commend China for Phasing Out Animal Testing
• Commend Organization for Saving Rhinoceros from Poachers
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• Commend Stylist for Advocating Cruelty Free Fashion
• Stop McDonald’s from Torturing Chickens
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