Where are the true utilitarians who have not bent the knee to Baal?
Nothing has done more to tarnish the prestige of utilitarianism in recent years than academic interest in trolley-ology. Nothing has done more to tarnish the...
Egg-freezing doctor learns from Tupperware
Perhaps egg freezing doctors have learned from Antarctic explorer Shackleton that highlighting dangers may not discourage clients. One of the most famous advertisements in history...
Pope condemns euthanasia, calls for a new ‘human ecology’
Pope Francis has condemned euthanasia, calling it “a sin against God the creator”. Pope Francis has condemned euthanasia, calling it “a sin against God the...
Why discriminate with euthanasia?
An Australian academic recently argued that denying euthanasia to the mentally ill could be a form of unjust discrimination. An Australian academic has prompted spirited...
US Navy nurse investigated for refusing to force-feed prisoners
A US Navy nurse may be prosecuted after refusing to force-feed prisoners in Guantanamo Bay. A US Navy nurse may be discharged after refusing to...
The rise of the transhumanist movement
Whatever you think of transhumanism, one thing is quite certain: the transhumanist movement is alive, healthy and growing. Whatever you think of transhumanism, one thing...
A mystical side to suicide
As I may have said before, I do not support assisted suicide. But I would like to understand it better. In this respect, I have...
Disabled girl allowed to die of dehydration in UK
How illegal are euthanasia and assisted suicide in England? Nancy Fitzmaurice and her mother Charlotte How illegal are euthanasia and assisted suicide in England?...
Nitschke battles to keep his registration
The courtroom battle would make a great film. Philip Nitschke in Darwin / SMH There is a plethora of films about euthanasia and...
Swiss canton forces nursing homes to host assisted suicides
The Swiss canton of Neuchâtel has voted to force government-funded nursing homes to allow representatives of assisted suicide groups to advertise their services. touring Neuchâtel ...
Stunning video reveals mystical strain in Swiss assisted suicide
Here is a video which is essential viewing for anyone interested in how Swiss assisted suicide groups work. Here is a video which is essential...
UK conference studies reality of Belgian euthanasia
Early in November a conference at St Mary’s University, London, brought together experts to discuss future directions. Kevin Chalmet before his death from euthanasia ...