Archaeology

On the Origin of the Pork Taboo

A terracotta figurine in the form of a pig was made in Egypt around 3000 b.c., during the Early Dynastic period. Pork accounts for more than a third of the world’s meat, making pigs among the planet’s ...
loudersound

“When we did Top Of The Pops we were introduced as being avant-garde. It would have been closer to call us ‘aven’t-a-clue!” Fired from his own band Blodwyn Pig, Jethro ...

Unable to perform towards the end of his life, the singer and guitarist maintained a philosophical viewpoint, and was proud of making “good, honest music without prejudice” When you purchase through ...
paradepets

Rare Orange Pig Gets Rescued by Police Station and We’re Crying

This orange-haired pig finds an unlikely haven at a police station, and the rescue story is almost too sweet to handle. A rare orange-haired pig was found lost in snowy Saginaw, Michigan. Police ...
WUSA

Meet Bimbap, the 124-pound pig, who is shining a light on shelter animals

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — A 124-pound pig named Bimbap is hoping to find his forever home this holiday season. According to the Prince George's County Animal Shelter, Bimbap is an adorable, ...