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House Passes Bill to Ban Mink Farming
Mink farms are not only cruel to animals, but they’re also a public health threat.
Indigenous Ecuadorian Peoples Can Now Decide Land Rights
The Constitutional Court of Ecuador has officially recognized the right of Indigenous peoples to decide whether harmful, extractive industries get access to their land.
Taiwan’s Duck Egg Industry Could Be Going Cage-Free
Taiwan has banned the use of new battery cages on its duck farms.
Iceland’s Whaling Industry Is Dying
A commercial whale hunting ban could come to Iceland as soon as 2024 as falling demand makes the industry unjustifiable.
Central Park Is Turning Into a Climate Lab
New York City’s Central Park is getting a climate lab, scientists just discovered a pristine coral reef, and sparrows are expert DJs—plus more good climate news.
Hawaii Is the First State to Ban Shark Fishing
Hawaii just became the first U.S. state to ban shark fishing. While there are some caveats, commercial shark hunting is effectively over for the region.
California Bill Would Ban Single-Use Smoking Products
California’s proposed bill would ban the sale of single-use tobacco components like vape products and cigarette filters.
Jonathan the Tortoise Turns 190, Plus More Good Climate News
The oldest land animal in the world is turning 190, Norwegian fish gain freedom to migrate, and one Californian city is leading the charge for electric cars—plus more good climate news.
