Recently we were able to see an impressive lecture from Manchester University about the pros and cons of animal testing and also animal rights.
It was definitely something that changed the way we think and something that has a huge impact these days. Testing on animals is complicated, common, and actually more problematic than you may believe. Below we will discuss the matter in detail and give you all the important pieces of the puzzle.
Testing On Animals: Basics
Why should animal testing be banned? Before you learn or get the answer you need to know something about the process itself. It has been used since 500 BC and it is extremely common today. In the United States only, over 26 million animals are used per year. Some are used for cosmetic testing on animals while others are used for testing the toxicity of certain medications, how safe a product is and so much more. Without this part of the testing, scientists would have to test the products on humans or don’t test them at all.
These days student’s thoughts are strong about this type of testing. As a matter of fact, you can see countless essay samples where students will express their opinion about this severe and huge topic today. If you want to know more, it is advised to check essay samples on the pros and cons of animal testing as soon as you can and see the specifics, learn about the process overall and understand what others have to say.
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Many if not countless essay articles are written on this topic. Students like to write this because of the severity and also the effects the testing has. Pros and cons are usually the best way to form an article and present it to the university.
Pros of Animal Testing
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If you have checked animals rights lectures you will see that one of the main pros of this process is safe for humans. Products are tested on animals first and if they are safe they will be moved on people. If not, they are back to a drawing board.
There are no alternatives to animal testing cosmetics that are equally effective and important. In fact, there are no alternatives for testing any kind of product. We can even say that the hands of the scientists are tied! In other words, there is no other way to determine the effects of a product with certainty than after animal testing. Some animals are very similar to us, humans which makes this point even greater. Learning here has a huge effect and a specific course of action is mandatory.
There are certain cases where scientists must use animals. Testing a product on a human is banned so this is the only alternative. You will probably learn more about this fact in school or at college.
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Believe it or not, animal protection is still present. Some animals actually benefit from testing. Their lives are saved using vaccines and medications that an animal wouldn’t get normally. It is hard to believe but make sure to include the fact on your exam or in your education. It is a real and accurate fact.
Cons of Animal Testing
All people even your teachers know that this type of testing is inhumane and cruel. It is far from something an animal will want but they are held in captivity and forced to this. A human can give consent and choose to participate while an animal can’t.
Alternative methods are almost available. This refers to in vitro testing which you may come across when studying in some subjects. It is basically testing that involves human tissue and blood. There is no need for animals. However, it cannot be used in all cases.
Some animals are very different than humans. Here we can see two issues. First of all, a chemical or a product can be ineffective on an animal but can help people. Secondly, some animals don’t give any results at all but humans will definitely react to that product. You may have seen SoundCloud tests on animals and this is something we recommend you learn more about.
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Many students who have great grades and have a great time on their campus know that these animals are far from protected. Only 5% have the rights which is a big issue.
What You Have To Say?
If you spend a lot of time online to enjoy online studying, learning new things, or just fun you probably have come across these topics. What do you have to say about this? Do you like animal testing and do you support science or you would like to ban it completely?
It actually depends on numerous factors but most people do not like the idea. At the end of the day, it is cruel and not something that an animal can choose. It is not safe and there are a lot of issues with this testing. In reality, there are more side effects than positive sides.
Conclusion
You may want to learn more or even join the animal rights movement and see how you can contribute to all of this and how you can save animals. Each person can do a lot of things and can help those animals. If you have a desire and you want to do something like this, now you know that you can and you should.
Manchester
Pixies to play three Manchester gigs as part of major European tour in 2024
Emily Sergeant
Pixies are heading out on a European tour in 2024, and they’re stopping off here in Manchester for three nights.
After recently playing to intimate Manchester crowds at the relaunch of iconic music venue, Band on the Wall, and to thousands at Castlefield Bowl as part of 2023’s Sounds of the City concert series, Pixies have announced they’ll be making a return to our city once again next year, and they’ve got three gigs lined-up.
The influential and pioneering US alt rock band are set to head out on a tour of some of the biggest cities in Europe tour in 2024, and will be performing a selection of tracks from their hugely-acclaimed albums, Bossanova and Trompe Le Monde – which were released in 1990 and 1991 respectively.
Black Francis and co will be taking over Manchester’s iconic Albert Hall for three major gigs on Tuesday 12, Wednesday 13, and Thursday 14 March 2024.
Bossanova was the band’s third studio album, and was praised by critics for showing their less primal side, with a recurring sci-fi theme running throughout, and surf and space rock influences at the forefront.
‘Alison’, ‘Dig For Fire’, ‘Velouria’, and ‘Cecilia Ann’ were just some of the notable tracks from the album.
Trompe Le Monde, on the other hand, was known for having bookended a run of landmark records for the band, and although it was their fourth album, it’s arguably the most playful in their catalogue – with singles ‘Planet of Sound’, ‘Alec Eiffel’, and ‘Letter to Memphis’ featuring lyrics on UFOs, conspiracy theories, and more to prove Black Francis and co were still restless to push their sound forward.
Both albums are described by critics as sounding just as fresh and relevant today in 2023 as they did when they were released over 30 years ago.
Bossanova (1990) and Trompe Le Monde (1991) by Pixies / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Pixies’ celebration of these two iconic albums will see them perform across major European cites such as London, Dublin, Paris, and Amsterdam, as well as Manchester for three nights.
Pixies – Bossanova x Trompe Le Monde Tour 2024
8, 9 & 10 March – Olympia Theatre Dublin
12, 13 & 14 March – Albert Hall Manchester
16, 17 & 18 March – O2 Forum Kentish Town (London)
20, 21 & 22 March – Paradiso Amsterdam
25, 26 & 27 March – L’Olympia Theatre Paris
Tickets to the Bossanova x Trompe Le Monde Tour 2024 are officially set to go on general sale this Friday 9 June from 9am.
Hit Stockport sandwich shop Rack is opening a second cafe in Sale
Georgina Pellant
Stockport’s favourite sandwich shop is coming to Sale, it has been revealed this week.
The small but mighty butty shop is expanding, as owners unveiled plans to open a new cafe and brunch spot inside a former barber’s shop in Sale.
Set to open on School Road later this year, the team will move into a characterful and quirky space in M33 following a full refurbishment.
With a hidden entrance down a side alley and then up a flight of exterior stairs, it might not be the easiest to find but – based on the calibre of butties coming out of their original shop – we know with certainty this will be worth seeking out.
Image: The Manc Eats
Image: The Manc Eats
Promising to keep it ‘all things sandwich’, just as they do at the original Stockport shop, on the Sale menu fans of things in bread will be as well catered to as ever with a dedicated grilled sandwich menu, plus staple breakfast butties and regular specials.
That’s not all, though. Given the increased size of the new space, the Rack team is also planning on introducing a new brunch menu – although details are currently being kept under wraps.
Sharing the news with fans online in a post that has been liked over 500 times, the Rack team wrote: “Huge Sandwich & Brunch Announcement.
“We’re opening a brand new sandwich and brunch spot on School Road in Sale M33! Taking over the space that once was a quirky first floor barber shop on the high street – The entrance is down the side alley and up the stairs, it’s got bags of character.
“Swipe to see how buzzing we were to start smashing walls down and see some of the progress. Keep your eyes peeled for progress pics and the menu drop – opening soon!
“We’ll be keeping it all things sandwich but with the addition of a new brunch menu. It’s a much bigger space than the Stockport OG store and we’re very excited!”
Fans have been quick to share their excitement for the new opening, with one person writing: “Down the road from my office? Oh this is great news!”
Another person said: “It’s gonna be a good one! Great addition to Sale after the Foodhall sadly shut. New lunch spot right here!”
A third person added: “Brilliant news. Welcome to Sale!”
To find out more about Rack and keep up to date with the team’s news ahead of the Sale opening, make sure to follow them on Instagram here.
The Manc -
20th January 2021 
