Pigs
Some Jews are willing to risk their lives rather than receive a porcine transplant - study
Researchers saw that Jewish patients were willing to refuse life-saving treatments with porcine organs even when that would likely result in death.
Scientists succesfully transplant pig lung into human body for first time
Study shows pig domestication began 8,000 years ago in southern China
Moonwalking pigmy hippo Moo Deng gets crypto billionaire ‘dad’
Alabama woman becomes third living person to receive genetically modified pig kidney
Towana Looney has become the recipient of a genetically modified pig kidney, marking a milestone in the field of xenotransplantation.
Pigs on a Plane: KLM flight makes emergency landing due to stench from 100 pigs in cargo hold
Passengers and crew were relocated to hotels in Bermuda due to the 'oxygen problem' on board while KLM worked with local authorities to find 'humane' lodging for the pigs.
From snout to tail, a 3,000-year history of Jews and the pig
Rabbi Menachem Genack, the CEO of the Orthodox Union’s kosher division, cited "sensitivities to the consumer" for why "Impossible Pork" wasn't kosher certified.
First pig-to-human kidney transplant performed in Boston
a 62-year-old man received a pig kidney at Massachusetts General Hospital. This landmark surgery represents a significant step forward in addressing the chronic shortage of organs for transplant.
Municipal elections in Haifa: Who will locals elect in Israel's 3rd largest city?
The Jerusalem Post spoke to some local residents about their views on the election, which issues are important to Haifa, which candidates have their support, and what they think about the pigs.
Swine flu makes post-pandemic return as UK detects human infection
It was reported that the person experienced respiratory symptoms and a mild illness, and has now fully recovered.
Haifa's wild pig problem might be a thing of the past, thanks to a new US study
While trapping was the main method of wild-pig removal, ground- and night-shooting events also took place where applicable.
Delivery man heads to Haifa with a hamburger. A pig steals the bag
"Someone decided to prank me during dinner."
As monkey and pig populations rise, so does the threat of disease
Pig and monkey populations are on the rise in Southeast Asia, largely due to human activity. Unfortunately, the drastic rise in these species' populations could threaten humans with disease.
Scientists find way to help injured penis maintain erection - study
The tunica albuginea is a part of the penis essential for procreation as it is what helps maintain an erection. This new method for an artificial TA can help injured penises regain functionality.
Why do we like some animals but hate, not care about others? - study
No monkey business here. Let's take a deep dive into our own human biases and perceptions for different animals, whether we love them, hate them or eat them.
