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Aug 18, 2011

Bear farming does little to protect bears in the wild

A new study challenges bear farmers’ claims that they provide a beneficial service by offering an alternative to ‘wild bear bile’.

Aug 11, 2011

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Aug 2, 2011

News suggests ‘bear bile’ linked to heart disease treatment: WSPA clarification

Recent news stories have suggested that bear bile could “help prevent arrhythmia in heart attack sufferers.’ In reality, the study being quoted only considered the effects of synthetic Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA).

Aug 1, 2011

Celebrating hope- the first anniversary of the floods in Pakistan

One year ago, the floods that devastated Pakistan wiped out our entire bear sanctuary at Kund Park, resulting in the death of 20 bears. Today, BRC staff celebrate hope with ten bears in the new sanctuary at Balkasar.

Jul 24, 2011

Victory- A critical step in ending whaling in Iceland

The U.S. government threatens Iceland with sanctions and urges the country to end its defiant whaling program. Contact President Obama today and urge him to protect whales and enforce sanctions on Iceland.

Jul 15, 2011

Whaling countries derail plans for Southern Atlantic Sanctuary

A proposed sanctuary for whales in the South Atlantic has been blocked by pro-whaling nations at the International Whaling Commission (IWC).

Jul 12, 2011

Whaling nations block progress on animal welfare at IWC

Whaling nations attending the International Whaling Commission’s annual meeting have rejected recommendations that outline a new strategy to better protect whales from cruelty.

Jul 11, 2011

WSPA and UK government push animal welfare to the forefront of IWC agenda

New joint report should spark much needed progress in the protection of whales from cruelty.

Jun 24, 2011

WSPA makes global call to ban circus animals

Brazil and UK offices engage in campaigns against animals in circuses.

Jun 22, 2011

WSPA welcomes closure of cruel Malaysian zoo

Government officials remove wild animals from appalling captive conditions.

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