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16 Photos That Will Change Your Life

Take a look at the following 16 photos to see why animals deserve to live—and not end up on anyone’s dinner plate.

The Intern Experience: Liselle Finlay

Now this was a happy accident. During a casual perusal of the PETA website, I stumbled across the Manila internship opportunity. I clicked on the link, read on, and …

Ride Bikes, Not Animals

On the tourist trail, it’s common to see decrepit horses, shackled elephants, and crippled camels used for rides. Seeing animals exploited for transport is heartbreaking. They are often forced …

10 Reasons Not to Eat Fish

It hurts: Fish have brains and nervous systems that sense pain just like other animals do. Period. Mercury, arsenic, lead: Actually, that’s three reasons, and those are just a …

Food Review: Sagada, the Philippines

Sagada made for a refreshing weekend escape. The hills of rice terraces and mountain views were a welcome change of scenery from the smoky, gray skyline of Manila. After …

Paul McCartney Joins the Chorus for Mali’s Transfer

Perhaps the world’s most famous singer and songwriter is stepping up to help one of the world’s loneliest elephants. Acclaimed rock-and-roller Paul McCartney has penned a heartfelt letter to …

Extremely Vegan—Examining the ‘Extreme Vegan’ Debate

Google the phrase “extreme vegan” or any combination including those words, and you’ll discover some strikingly different opinions. There are those who jump at the chance to point out …

Apps and Resources for the Traveling Vegan

Whether you’re at home or abroad, a huge number of apps and online resources can easily help you track down delicious vegan meals. Learn your “Jeg er veganer” (Danish) …

5 Cool Things About Cockroaches

In a big city, you’re bound to become familiar with cockroaches. At our office here in Manila, we’ve all had the opportunity to make the acquaintance of some of …

Victory! Citing PETA Pressure, Philippine Airlines Stops Shipping Primates to Labs

Over the past few months, PETA, its international affiliates, and compassionate people around the world have been ramping up our campaign against Philippine Airlines. It worked. This week, the airline announced …