Elephant Sanctuary Questions the Standard of Animal Captivity in Brazilian Zoos
The founder of Brazil's first elephant sanctuary, Scott Blais, challenges traditional zoo practices and advocates for alternative models of animal care.
What is the Elephant Sanctuary Brazil like, in Mato Grosso; see video
The Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, located in Mato Grosso, offers a natural and spacious environment for elephants formerly kept in captivity, providing them with care and the chance to engage in natural behaviors.
Suspect invades house, beats and holds ex in captivity in MS
A man was arrested for assaulting and holding his ex-partner captive in Corumbá, Mato Grosso do Sul.
Woman arrested on suspicion of keeping her disabled sister in captivity in BA; victim lived in a room with insects and no hygiene
A 44-year-old woman was arrested in Brazil on charges of holding her disabled sister in inhumane conditions, leading to her severe neglect and abuse.
Buried soldier called home. Video and heartbreaking story spread across Ukraine
A Ukrainian soldier, previously believed to be dead, made a surprise call to his mother, leading to a viral video that has touched many hearts in Ukraine.
From Elche to Sicily: international race to save the sad-eyed duck from extinction
Efforts are underway to save the critically endangered 'sad-eyed duck' in Europe, with successful breeding programs in captivity leading to reintroduction efforts in Italy and Portugal.
Kwara massacre: 176 abducted victims still held after 46 days
176 individuals from Woro Community in Nigeria, abducted by terrorists, remain in captivity for 47 days with no communication from their captors.
Duo fined R$ 4,500 for keeping wild birds in captivity in interior of SP
Two men in Alfredo Marcondes, SP, were fined R$ 4,500 for keeping nine wild birds in captivity without the proper environmental authorization.
In temporary release, man assaults, rapes, and holds ex-girlfriend in private captivity in the DF
A man was arrested for violently assaulting and raping his ex-girlfriend while holding her captive during a temporary prison release in Brazil.
Wojtyła kept criminal priests in a state of 'captivity'. Another example
The article discusses allegations that Pope John Paul II maintained a system that allowed criminal priests to continue their activities without accountability.
Bricklayer is kidnapped, held in captivity, beaten, and has car stolen in AL
A 31-year-old bricklayer in rural Santana do Ipanema, Alagoas, Brazil, was kidnapped, held in captivity, physically assaulted, and had his car stolen by three assailants, two of whom were armed.
Man who abused woman and kept her in captivity is arrested on the coast of SP; she escaped through the roof
A man in Brazil was arrested after physically abusing and holding his partner captive, with the victim escaping to alert the police.
RECEPTION WITH TEARS ⟩ Hundreds of people greet released Ukrainian soldiers returning home along the road
Hundreds of Ukrainians gathered in the Chernihiv region to welcome soldiers released from Russian captivity during a recent prisoner exchange.
Psychological threats, firearms, and captivity in an abandoned house: victim recounts how she was kidnapped in a Salvador mall
A woman kidnapped with her sister and mother at a Salvador mall describes her harrowing experience during the abduction.
Man fined R$ 2,000 for keeping wild birds in captivity in the interior of SP
A 42-year-old man was fined R$ 2,000 for keeping wild birds in captivity in Presidente Prudente, Brazil.
Man arrested for keeping woman, stepdaughter, and daughter in captivity in Foz do Iguaçu
A 44-year-old man was arrested in Foz do Iguaçu for allegedly keeping his partner, stepdaughter, and daughter in captivity under deplorable conditions.
Books in Freedom, Books in Captivity
This article explores the reflections of Ukrainian human rights activist Maxym Butkevych on the impact of imprisonment on personal choice and perspective, particularly regarding literature.
They survived Azovstal and Russian captivity: Mariupol defender proposes to his combat medic girlfriend
Ukrainian serviceman Myroslav proposes to his combat medic girlfriend Elina Medynina before a football match, highlighting their shared experience of survival during captivity in a war zone.
Man arrested for keeping wife and son in private captivity and making death threats in ES
A man was arrested in Brazil for keeping his wife and their five-year-old son in captivity and threatening them with death.
Tortoises, water tigers, and sabiás: police catch 45 animals in illegal captivity and impose R$ 20,000 in fines in the Piracicaba region
The Polícia Militar Ambiental in Piracicaba, Brazil, has apprehended 45 animals from illegal captivity and issued over R$ 21,000 in fines across several municipalities.
Even with protective measures, man keeps ex-wife in captivity for the second time this year in MT
A man was arrested in Brazil for keeping his ex-wife in captivity despite previously issued protective measures against him.
Suspect robs house, keeps woman in captivity and forces her to be naked in MS
A man has been charged in Brazil for invading a woman's home, robbing her, and holding her captive for about 40 minutes while forcing her to undress.
Man arrested on suspicion of holding woman in captivity and committing rape in RO
A man was arrested on charges of keeping a 28-year-old woman in captivity and committing rape in Candeias do Jamari, Brazil.
Officials and military personnel escape from armed groups in Mali
Several officials and military personnel managed to escape captivity from armed groups in Mali amidst increasing security challenges due to rising attacks.
Woman held in private captivity by partner is rescued by PM in Ibirité
A 48-year-old woman was rescued by the Military Police after being held in private captivity by her partner in Ibirité, Brazil.
‘My dear son’: the Ukrainian soldier who came back from the dead
Ukrainian soldier Nazar Daletskyi, declared dead and buried, is reunited with his mother after being freed from Russian captivity.
PM arrests 13 people and seizes 175 wild birds kept in captivity in Greater BH
The Military Police in Brazil arrested 13 individuals for trafficking wild birds and seized 175 birds, including endangered species, during an operation.
Man arrested for allegedly keeping his partner in captivity in RN
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Brazil's Rio Grande do Norte for allegedly keeping his partner in captivity and abusing her.
Man is arrested in the act during the payment of ransom for a woman held in captivity in Assis
A 30-year-old man was arrested while demanding ransom for the release of a woman he had kidnapped in Assis, Brazil.
VIDEO: GCM rescues ten wild birds kept illegally in captivity in the interior of SP
Municipal Guards in Itararé, SP rescued ten wild birds that were being kept illegally in captivity, with some species at risk of extinction.
Mother who held woman captive as a slave for 25 years jailed
Amanda Wixon has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for holding a woman captive as a slave for 25 years in her home.
Woman and child taken from captivity in the interior of PB spent four months imprisoned and almost without food
A man in Brazil was arrested for holding his wife and six-year-old son captive for four months, restricting their access to food and other basic needs.
Man fined R$ 55,900 for keeping 21 wild birds in captivity in the interior of SP
A man in São Paulo was fined R$ 55,900 for illegally keeping 21 wild birds in captivity, many of which showed signs of mistreatment.
A study questions the pacifism of bonobos: in captivity, they are not less aggressive than chimpanzees but attack different targets
A recent study challenges the notion that bonobos are inherently more peaceful than chimpanzees, finding that in captivity, both species exhibit similar levels of aggression despite targeting different objectives.
Man arrested in Jaú suspected of assaulting and keeping woman in captivity whom he met online
A man in Jaú, Brazil, was arrested for allegedly assaulting and holding his partner captive after meeting her online.
Over 8,000 Ukrainians brought back from Russian captivity in four years of war
In the four years since the onset of full-scale war with Russia, Ukraine has successfully secured the release of over 8,000 of its citizens from captivity through numerous exchange operations.
Man arrested suspected of keeping pregnant woman in captivity for 8 months in RS
A man was arrested in Redentora, Brazil, after being suspected of holding a pregnant woman captive for eight months.
Hotspot, Android TV, and... After 31 Days, a Millionaire Couple Escapes from Kidnapper's Clutches
A millionaire couple from India managed to escape from their kidnappers after 31 days in captivity, using an Android TV to send their location to family members.
Blocked Windows and Teen Prohibited from Going to School: What We Know About Mother and Son in Captivity
A 42-year-old woman and her 13-year-old son were rescued from a situation of domestic captivity in Araras, São Paulo, where they were reportedly held for years, and the husband has been arrested.
Man accused of beating and keeping ex-girlfriend in captivity arrested in Cabo Frio
A man accused of beating his ex-girlfriend and holding her captive for three days was arrested in Cabo Frio, Brazil.
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich writes book about wrongful detention in Russian prison
Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter wrongfully detained in Russia, has published a book detailing his experiences during captivity.
12-Year-Old Girl with Physical Disability Escapes Captivity After Being Held Deprived of Liberty by Her Brother in MT
A 12-year-old girl with a physical disability escaped from being held captive by her brother in Sorriso, Brazil, after he attempted to stab her.
Successful candidates of the first nationwide written exam ASEP: A definitive solution to our captivity must be given
Successful candidates of Greece's first nationwide written exam are protesting against the government's handling of vacant positions that mismatch their qualifications.
Birds Rescued from Captivity in Pinheiral
Three Brazilian wild birds were rescued from captivity in Pinheiral, RJ, after a tip-off to environmental police.
Mother and son rescued from captivity in the interior of SP; father is arrested
A 42-year-old woman and her 13-year-old son were rescued from years of captivity in Araras, Brazil, with the mother’s 56-year-old husband being arrested.
Trucker reacts to kidnapping, kills suspect and escapes after spending hours in captivity in MS
A truck driver in Terenos, Brazil, killed a 20-year-old suspect during a kidnapping attempt and managed to escape after hours of captivity.
Men are arrested for keeping truck driver in captivity in Itaquaquecetuba
Two men were arrested in Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil, for allegedly holding a truck driver in captivity while three others fled the scene.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine brings home 300 POWs, 2 civilians in 2nd stage of major prisoner swap
Ukraine has successfully brought home 300 POWs and two civilians from Russian captivity in a significant prisoner exchange deal.
Woman hospitalized in serious condition in PR, police discover victim had been in captivity for 18 days and husband is arrested
A man was arrested in Cambé, Paraná, on suspicion of attempted feminicide, private captivity, and torture against his wife, who was hospitalized in serious condition after being held captive for 18 days.
Where are the specifics? The Prime Minister asks Nawrocki about SAFE 0%
The article discusses the recent release of 300 Ukrainian soldiers and two civilians from Russian captivity, part of a larger prisoner exchange during ongoing peace talks.