After facing accusations of animal neglect from PETA and criticism from the public, SeaQuest Fort Worth, a popular aquarium located in Texas, has shut down. The company, which boasts about two million visitors each year, was accused of harming animals and endangering guests. Three dolphins deaths at a Florida location added fuel to the fire, leading to the closure of the Fort Worth site. The company, known for its hands-on animal interactions, had already faced backlash in the past, but this latest development was the final blow.
Animal rights group PETA is bringing their "Hell on Wheels" truck to Logan, Utah, as part of their nationwide tour to raise awareness about the living conditions and treatment of turkeys on large factory farms. PETA says that these overcrowded and filthy conditions are not only unhealthy for the animals, but also contribute to the spread of diseases like bird flu. The group is urging people to consider alternative options for their Thanksgiving meal, as reliance on animal agriculture only exacerbates the risk of emerging infectious diseases.
Dabur India has signed actor Nagarjuna Akkineni as the new brand ambassador for its oral care brand, Dabur Meswak. This collaboration aims to increase the brand's presence in South India, utilizing Nagarjuna's widespread popularity. The new campaign, "Nothing like Meswak", will be launched on TV and digital platforms. Nagarjuna expressed his excitement at working with Dabur Meswak, a brand he has personally trusted for years, due to its complete oral care formula that aligns with his health values. Abhishek Jugran, Executive Vice President-Marketing at Dabur India, stated that the brand's vegan, PETA certified and natural ingredients, along with Nagarjuna's influential presence, will reinforce Dabur Meswak's unique proposition and bolster its market position.
Peta has received a letter from Buckingham Palace stating that Queen Elizabeth will not be procuring any new fur garments. This is a continuation of her declaration in 2019 and comes with her warmest wishes. However, this does not mean that items already in her wardrobe, such as a brown fur hat infamously worn in 2010, will not be used again.