Cannibalism may have killed Neanderthals. Neanderthals who practiced cannibalism may have spread a mad cow-like disease that weakened and reduced populations, thereby contributing to their extinction, according to a new theory. [News Source]

USDA rejects ‘downer’ cow ban. The Ag. Secretary said he would not endorse an outright ban on "downer" cows entering the food supply or back stiffer penalties for regulatory violations by meat-processing plants in the wake of the nation's largest beef recall. [News Source]

Slovenia suspects new case of mad cow disease (AlertNet) Source: Reuters LJUBLJANA, Feb 29 (Reuters) - The Slovene Veterinary Administration on Friday reported a suspected new case of mad cow disease. The administration said preliminary tests indicated bovine spongiform ... [News Source]