where science and ethics intersect with politics
In The Fence Remembers, the author tells an allegorical tale of liberation and memory through the eyes of a farm animal who escapes captivity and discovers the living truth of freedom. The debut story from Fables from the Free Earth, The Humane Herald’s new fiction column, where imagination reclaims the wild within.
World News Wednesday – October 2025 covers the month’s key animal-rights developments—from California’s declawing ban and India’s cultural exemptions to Korea’s Animal Protection Day and Jane Goodall’s legacy.
They speak of promises broken,
of wings clipped before the wind,
of eyes that asked for nothing
but a day unmeasured by chains.
The shadows do not silence, they sharpen the heart.
For in the dimmest places is where truth is most raw,
and love most needed.
Anniversaries provide a moment to reflect on the many activist achievements that have already been accomplished, to appreciate how far we’ve come. People who would like to help build upon these milestones are invited to be in touch with the Humane Party and indicate your interest.
From climate disasters costing billions to Texas’ cultivated meat ban, this week’s World News Wednesday tracks the rising toll of extreme heat, food-system battles, and shifting policies for animals and communities worldwide.
The world teaches us that freedom is a privilege, parceling out the sky as though the clouds were owned. A … More
Uncaged Verses: The Humane Herald’s new poetry series begins with a powerful symbol — a bird flying free from an open cage. Poetry that breaks silence and speaks for the voiceless.
Top animal rights developments from around the globe. Oregon’s IP28 Campaign Accelerates Toward Ballot Animal rights advocates in Oregon are … More
As the world sweltered through the hottest July on record, the fight for justice—in every form—pressed forward with renewed urgency. … More
In a world where compassion should be a virtue, it is increasingly becoming a liability—at least in the eyes of … More
Every time a public figure passes — especially one with a complicated relationship to animals — a familiar fracture emerges … More
From courtroom battles to consumer bans, the global fight for animals surged forward this week—despite setbacks in U.S. legislation. Animal … More
Humane National Committee (HNC) Structure The Humane National Committee (HNC) is the future governing body of the Humane Party. Its … More
The New York Times is suddenly worried about science—because hunters are. But where was this energy when bird banding served … More
The media exhibits systemic bias, protecting the animal agriculture industry while neglecting its adverse impacts on animals, the environment, and public health. This “meatwashing” obscures the truth about exploitation and violence in slaughterhouses. A media revolution is essential to challenge this narrative and promote ethical reporting on these pressing issues.
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