where science and ethics intersect with politics
Every January, millions of people worldwide take part in Veganuary, a month-long invitation to explore vegan living. What begins as a simple dietary shift often sparks deeper reflection on animal ethics, environmental responsibility, and the power of collective action to drive lasting change.
As the winter solstice approaches, Yule’s ancient themes of renewal and protection take on renewed relevance in a time of ecological instability. Across cultures, this season has long emphasized safeguarding the vulnerable through the harshest months. Today, that ethos aligns with urgent ethical concerns—from wildlife protections to climate-driven disruptions. This feature explores how Yule’s historical roots in stewardship intersect with modern animal rights, environmental responsibility, and the Humane Party’s commitment to ethical realism.
On December 5, The Humane Herald examines the accelerating destruction of the world’s rainforests—and the political and economic systems driving it. From Indigenous displacement to mass extinction, rainforest collapse is not a natural disaster but a policy choice. A humane future demands abolition of the industries fueling this crisis.
On World Wildlife Conservation Day and International Cheetah Day, The Humane Herald examines the crisis facing cheetahs and the global systems driving wildlife decline. Beyond charismatic species, true conservation demands dismantling the industries and worldviews that treat animals as resources rather than beings with rights.
Climate Warnings, Trade Shifts, and Global Animal-Rights Updates Global climate agencies warned in early November that the last three years … More
It’s not just a quirky weather term. “Corn sweat” is a documented phenomenon that raises humidity, fuels storms, and exposes … More
Brandy W. Walt, Humane Party U.S. Presidential Candidate The Biden-Harris administration has taken few steps in meaningfully addressing climate change, … More
The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) achieved a major milestone yesterday, Friday, Nov. 3, 2017, with the release of a new … More
The Canadian seal slaughter began off the coast of Newfoundland this year on March 28th. This is two weeks earlier than usually allowed, as climate change is affecting the seal population. With disappearing ice, Canadian seal hunters are worried that there will be fewer seal pups to hunt, so the Canadian government has allowed the killing of pups as young as 4 weeks this year instead of the usual 6.
A new report suggests that sea levels will rise as much as five feet in but a single century. Not … More
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