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fashion1 year ago

"Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week Show Disrupted by Animal Rights Protesters and Crutch Controversy"

Animal rights activists disrupted Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, protesting her brand's use of animal products such as leather. Despite banning fur and exotic skins, Beckham's brand still uses leather, prompting Peta to urge her to consider ethical and eco-friendly alternatives. The activists joined models on the runway with signs advocating for vegan leather before being escorted away by security. Beckham's autumn/winter 2024 collection showcased various styles, and she walked the runway on crutches due to a gym accident.

via Yahoo Life|
#animal-rights-activists#fashion#leather
fashion1 year ago

"Animal Rights Protesters Disrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week Show"

Animal rights activists disrupted Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, protesting her brand's use of animal products such as leather. Despite banning fur and exotic skins, Beckham's brand still uses leather, prompting Peta to urge her to consider ethical and eco-friendly alternatives like high-end leather made from apples, grapes, pineapples, and mushrooms. The activists, wearing vests reading "turn your back on animal skins," joined models on the runway before being escorted away by security.

via CNN|
#animal-rights-activists#fashion#leather
animal-welfare2 years ago

Rescued: Britain's 'Loneliest Sheep' Finds Hope Amidst Intimidation

Police were called to a farm in Scotland after animal rights activists were accused of intimidating staff over the expected arrival of "Britain's loneliest sheep," Fiona. The activists had been working on rescuing Fiona, who had been stuck at the foot of a cliff for two years, but rival rescuers allegedly went behind their back to winch her up the cliff. The farm intended to rehabilitate Fiona before opening to the public again in the spring, but her whereabouts are being kept secret due to safety concerns. Animal Rising, the activist group, apologized for the situation and expressed concerns about Fiona being kept in a petting zoo. Police attended the scene but reported no issues.

via The Guardian|
#animal-rights-activists#animal-welfare#farm
business2 years ago

Budweiser Parent Responds to Activist Pressure, Ends Clydesdale Horse Tail Docking

Anheuser-Busch InBev, the parent company of Budweiser, has announced that it will no longer cut the tails off Clydesdale horses used in its promotional events, following pressure from animal rights activists. The practice of tail docking, which involves removing a portion of the horse's tail, has been criticized by activists for being unnecessary and causing pain to the animals. Anheuser-Busch's decision reflects a growing trend among companies to prioritize animal welfare concerns in response to public pressure.

via The Wall Street Journal|
#animal-rights-activists#animal-welfare#budweiser
sports2 years ago

Saratoga Race Course Under Scrutiny as Horse Deaths Continue

Two more horses have died at Saratoga, bringing the total number of fatalities at the track since July 13 to 12. New York Thunder suffered a fatal injury during a race, while Nobel sustained a life-ending injury after finishing fifth in a separate race. The recent spike in horse deaths has drawn attention from animal rights activists and the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, which has launched an investigation into the breakdowns at the track.

via Los Angeles Times|
#animal-rights-activists#horse-deaths#horse-racing
animal-rights2 years ago

Paris Implements Pony Ride Ban in Response to Animal Rights Campaign

Paris will ban pony rides for children in public parks starting from 2025 following a campaign by animal rights activists who argue that the ponies are not well treated. Animal rights groups have long campaigned for the ban, citing concerns about the working conditions and welfare of the ponies. The ban comes after a petition by Paris Animaux Zoopolis gathered over 8,400 signatures. The city had previously introduced a charter for the well-being of ponies in 2021 and will now phase out ride operators' licenses. Some Parisians expressed doubts about the ban, stating that pony rides are a treat for children and that city hall should provide reasons for the ban.

via Reuters|
#animal-rights#animal-rights-activists#animal-welfare
world-news2 years ago

Animal rights activists disrupt Grand National race, leading to over 100 arrests.

More than 100 people were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and public nuisance offenses after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse and got onto the track, delaying the Grand National horse race. The activists affixed themselves to the race fences using glue and lock-on devices, according to the Animal Rising organization, before being taken away by police and security officials. The Grand National is regarded as one of the most dangerous horse races in the world because of the size of the fences, and changes were made in 2012 to make the course safer.

via New York Post |
#animal-rights-activists#arrests#grand-national
sports2 years ago

Animal rights activists cause chaos at Grand National racecourse.

More than 100 people were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and public nuisance offenses after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse to disrupt the Grand National horse race. The race was delayed as a result and the 39 competing horses were kept in the parade ring. Two horses died in races at Aintree on Saturday, further inflaming matters. The Grand National is regarded as one of the most dangerous horse races in the world because of the size of the fences, and changes were made in 2012 to make the course safer.

via The Associated Press|
#animal-rights-activists#grand-national#horse-racing
sports2 years ago

Grand National marred by protests and disruptions.

The Grand National horse race was delayed after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse and got onto the track. The race was delayed as a result and the 39 horses were kept in the parade ring. The race started around 15 minutes late after the jockeys returned to the paddock, drawing a huge roar from the crowd. Corach Rambler, ridden by Derek Fox, stormed to victory. The 8-1 shot burst clear off the last fence and won comfortably from 20-1 chance Vanillier, with Gaillard Du Mesnil in third place.

via Al Jazeera English|
#aintree-racecourse#animal-rights-activists#grand-national
animal-welfare2 years ago

Lolita the killer whale to be released back into the wild.

The Miami Seaquarium has announced that it will begin the process of returning Lolita, a 56-year-old orca, to her natural habitat in the Pacific Northwest in the next two years. Lolita, also known as Tokitae, was captured more than 50 years ago and has been living in captivity at the Seaquarium ever since. The move comes after years of lobbying by animal rights activists. Once released, Lolita will likely live out her remaining days in a sea pen that will allow her to feel her "home waters" and reconnect acoustically with the pod she was separated from decades ago.

via BBC|
#animal-rights-activists#animal-welfare#killer-whale