We are all used to seeing distressing campaigns for ‘ethical’ cosmetics or to ban animal testing. Those who are against animal testing will often say that it does not work – citing cases such as the thalidomide babies (thalidomide was shown safe in animal tests). Opponents often say that we have moved beyond the need… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Why Animal Testing is Necessary
Year: 2015
Top 10 Reasons Obesity is a Disease
What is obesity? We all know it when we see it but do we know what causes it? Many people think that obesity is down to laziness and greed. Obesity is, however, more serious than someone carrying a few extra pounds. It is a medical, life limiting condition and people who suffer from it deserve… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Obesity is a Disease
Top 10 Reasons The Death Penalty Should Be Abolished
Supporters of the death penalty often posit arguments that cite retribution for violent crimes as being instrumental in justice. However, several studies and research have show that taking the life of another human being through capital punishment only perpetuates a cycle of violence. Furthermore, other research has shown that flaws in our justice system has… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons The Death Penalty Should Be Abolished
Top 10 Reasons Humans Are Not Causing Global Warming
Global warming has been the crisis of the last few decades. After a period of global cooling in the min 20th Century, the Century as a whole saw a global temperature rise between 1-1.4°F. Over the same time the volume of greenhouse gasses (Carbon Dioxide and Methane amongst others) increased to 389 parts per million… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Humans Are Not Causing Global Warming
Top 10 Reasons to Legalize Marijuana
Top 10 Reasons to Legalize Marijuana: Legalize it. Marijuana, a.k.a cannabis, pot, weed, hemp, or reefer, has been a topic of heated debates for many years, but now, it is in the spotlight more than ever. The issue about the use of this drug is becoming more and more topical because people are debating whether… Continue reading Top 10 Reasons to Legalize Marijuana