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LONDON—A cross-party group of 43 MPs and Peers has written to Environment Secretary, Steve Reed, highlighting new evidence that underscores the significant public health risk posed by fur farms, and
LONDON— The latest wildlife trade data from CITES shows that the number of hunting trophies from endangered animals imported to the UK increased significantly in 2023, leading animal protection
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BRUSSELS (14 th February 2025) ― Animal charity Humane Society International today announced it will change its name to Humane World for Animals to establish clarity in its mission to create lasting
Animals are a source of profound comfort and support during times of crisis. From the recent challenges of displacement due to conflict to disasters, our connection to animals provides not only
BUCHAREST, Romania—Humane Society International/Europe and the Ilfov County Council’s Animal Protection Department hosted a groundbreaking debate titled "Efficiently and Humanely: How to Properly
BUCUREȘTI, Romania—Humane Society International/Europe (HSI/Europe) și Direcția Protecția Animalelor Ilfov din cadrul Consiliului Județean au organizat la Palatul Parlamentului o dezbatere inovatoare
BRÜSSEL/BERLIN—Der Ständige Ausschuss der Berner Konvention hat heute in Straßburg beschlossen, den Schutzstatus des Wolfes von „streng geschützt“ auf „geschützt“ herabzustufen. Diese Entscheidung
BRUSSELS—Today’s decision by the Standing Committee of the Bern Convention to downgrade the protection of the wolf represents a dangerous step backwards for biodiversity and sets a worrying precedent
BERLIN—Füchse mit offenen Wunden, weinenden, infizierten Augen und deformierten, gespreizten Füßen – eine aktuelle Investigation der Humane Society International/UK (HSI) in Zusammenarbeit mit der
BRUSSELS—A new online Master Class course to train scientists in testing cosmetics and chemicals without using animals is being hailed as a game-changer for cruelty-free testing worldwide. Featuring
BUCHAREST/BERLIN—Humane Society International/Europe (HSI/Europe) feiert heute einen monumentalen Sieg für den Tierschutz in Rumänien. Um 12 Uhr Ortszeit (11 Uhr MEZ) stimmte das rumänische Parlament
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