Animal rights
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What is halal meat and is it cruel to animals?
In Depth Islamic ritual slaughter has been attacked by animal welfare groups, but Muslim authorities say the method is humane
By The Week UK Last updated
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The dark history of myths about immigrants eating swans and pets
In the Spotlight Nigel Farage has mimicked Donald Trump and peddled tropes and rumours that have long been used to ‘dehumanise’ immigrants
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Delhi's dogs earn Supreme Court reprieve
IN THE SPOTLIGHT After an outcry from the public and animal rights activists, India's Supreme Court walks back a controversial plan to round the city's stray dog population into shelters
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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'Retailers have a role to play, too'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Turkey divided over 'massacre law' to combat stray dogs
Under the Radar Many argue growing dog population is dangerous and dirty; others see them as historic and 'integral' aspect of Turkish culture
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Grand National: will safety changes work?
Talking Point UK's most famous horse race brings in new welfare measures amid increased scrutiny
By The Week Staff Published
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Science behind cloning monkeys is helping advance medical research
The Explainer The first rhesus monkey to be successfully cloned after many failed attempts has raised concerns among animal welfare groups
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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South Korea passes law banning sale and production of dog meat
Speed Read Rare bipartisan support 'highlights changing attitudes' as young people shun centuries-old tradition
By The Week UK Published
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New app tells you when's the best time for a toilet break during a film
Tall Tales And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Colombia’s growing ‘cocaine hippo’ problem
feature Descendants of animals once owned by druglord Pablo Escobar pose serious threat to humans and wildlife
By The Week Staff Published
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King Charles, foie gras and the foods the royals can’t eat
Under the Radar The King has banned the French delicacy from being served at royal residences
By Julia O'Driscoll Published
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Why Norway euthanised ‘beloved’ walrus Freya
Speed Read The 600kg animal had become a popular attraction in the Oslo Fjord
By The Week Staff Published
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Pros and cons of a vegan diet for pets
Pros and Cons Plant-based food might have some health benefits for dogs
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Ronaldo NFT expected to fetch $1m
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By The Week Staff Published
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