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OnlyFans creators defend videos as 'standard agricultural practice' amid animal rights backlash
An animal rights group is petitioning MPI against the sexually charged cow videos.
OnlyFans footage of woman in bikini drinking from cows condemned by animal rights group
Safe is urging an investigation into the use of cows in explicit online content.
Unusual guest checks in at Virginia motel – a two-metre alligator
The beast and its owner stopped for the night at the motel, and the gator took a stroll.
US to declare seven pangolin species endangered to combat trafficking
Pangolins are the most trafficked mammals, hunted for their scales and meat.
Hamilton devastated after hitting groundhog in Canada F1 race
Sir Lewis Hamilton was upset after accidentally hitting a groundhog.
Watch: Police probe after 'distressing' footage emerges of youths hurling baby goat to death
A group of snapback cap-wearing youths holler and squeal with delight in the video.
The surprising benefits of goats in modern workplace wellness
Goats are increasingly kept in Japan for their spiritual healing effects.
'Croc-wise': Katter, Irwin clash over plans to cull crocodiles
Terri Irwin has called a bill targeting the animals "reckless" and "dangerous".
'There's a place for you': Dairy Women's Network on Moving Day
Around 5000 dairy families and herds relocate to new farms from Moving Day to mid-June.
Terri Irwin warns crocodile-culling bill will increase risk to humans
Irwin opposes safari hunting on Indigenous lands, calling it disastrous.
'Sealed in' Seal gets rescued from Napier road
A video has surfaced of a seal getting caught in a net after getting stuck on a Napier road in 2024. Video / DOC
About 100 dead cats found at Japan woman's home
The property was overflowing with faeces and urine, says Animal Assist Senju.
Chinese zoo captures last runaway capybara after two-month search
The last runaway capybara, Doubao, was captured at the Yangzhou Zhuyuwan Scenic Area.
'Not just a pretty face': Auckland reality TV star to fight crime through local politics
She advocates for free cat desexing and microchipping in Auckland.
Dogs seized by council after eight cats killed in Auckland neighbourhood
An Auckland vet says 'her heart has to heal' after losing four cats in the attacks.
Terrified dog Zeus prompts owner's support of fireworks sale ban
A petition to ban the sale of fireworks is being presented to Parliament today.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.
Watch: Invercargill police get ‘incredi-bull’ surprise trotting down road
A big bull (mostly staying in its own lane) was captured on video trotting down Elles Rd.
Bull on the moooove in Invercargill, by Elles Road
A bull was seen on the moooove, travelling down Elles Road, by the hospital. Southern District Police said they "hoofed it to a residential address". Video / What's On Invers
Fresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consent
Fresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.
Sea Shepherd ship docks in Auckland, offering free public tours
This weekend visitors can tour a ship used to shadow Southern Ocean fishing trawlers.
Endangered hihi population soars with 277 fledglings
New arrivals in Hauraki Gulf give fresh hope for future of nationally threatened species.
Why greyhound racing is fighting back against looming ban
The ruling body is seeking a judicial review of the Government's closure decision.
Owners 'hiding' roaming dogs that allegedly killed eight Auckland cats
The council confirmed the CCTV footage appeared to show the same dogs.
'Really proud': Team show dedication to caring for rescued bear cub
Staff wear bear costumes to prevent bonding with the cub before his release into the wild.
'Quite septic': Roaming dog attacks affecting guide dog clients
Auckland Council says there have been 716 dog attacks as of March this year.
Their adopted pig charmed the world. Then their romance crumbled
Esther's dads, Jenkins and Walter, founded a 20ha sanctuary for her and other animals.