Iceland's government said Tuesday it was suspending this year's whale hunt until the end of August due to animal welfare concerns, and in all likelihood bringing the controversial practice to a historic end.

Iceland suspends whale hunting on animal welfare concerns after video shows five-hour agony

A rescue operation to save hundreds of dogs in South Korea from the slaughterhouse began Wednesday, as pressure mounts on the country to end its custom of killing canines for meat.

Rescue of 200 dogs destined for slaughterhouse begins in South Korea

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Iceland suspends whale hunting on animal welfare concerns after video shows five-hour agony

Rescue of 200 dogs destined for slaughterhouse begins in South Korea