BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Massachusetts officially joined the ranks of states that prioritize animal welfare over outdated entertainment practices. As of January 1, the state has banned the use of wild animals—such as elephants, tigers, lions, primates, giraffes, and bears—in Read More...
It is a momentous occasion for the Canadian city of Toronto, as it welcomes a pair of bald eagles nesting for the first time in recorded history, highlighting the city's growing environmental commitment. Karen McDonald from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority notes, "These eagles are Read More...
On February 25, a Bangladeshi court made a landmark decision prohibiting the adoption of wild elephants. Animal rights organizations have welcomed this judgment as a "landmark" step toward ending cruelty to Asian elephants. Suspending licenses: a necessary step Rights organizations celebrate the Read More...