A whopper of a campaign

Article Abstract:

Burger King is being placed under pressure by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to look more closely at the welfare of the animals killed for its products. Burger King has emphasized to PETA that it 'expects' its suppliers to meet the terms of the Humane Slaughter Act, and has promised to review the processes used in the manufacturing of its food items.

United States, Fast food restaurants, Ethical aspects, Burger King Corp.

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5Philosophical differences

Article Abstract:

Two universities have taken contrasting stands on animal philosophy professors. Princeton University has named Peter Singer as the DeCamp Professor of Bioethics at its Center for Human Values while the University of Dayton has denied tenure to Assistant Professor of Philosophy Brian Luke.

Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Personalities, Animal rights, Singer, Peter (British judge), Luke, Brian

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Transplanting the truth

Article Abstract:

Xenotransplantation research carried out in the UK by Novartis involving inhumane treatment of pigs and monkeys was reported in a British newspaper, The Daily Express, in September 2000. The UK Home Office is investigating this.

Health aspects, Investigations, Political aspects, Swine, Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc., Organ transplantation, Tissue transplantation, Transplantation

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