Ad of the Day: Marmite Finds Homes for Neglected Spread

Tongue-in-cheek spot draws fire from U.K. animal lovers

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The British are up in arms over a delightful new Marmite spoof where rescue teams visit homes and take away the neglected yeast paste hidden away in kitchen cupboards. The rescuers remove “stricken” Marmite jars, tenderly carrying them away in animal carriers, and bring them to a rehousing center for adoption by more appreciative owners.

The English love their animals—what other country has active "Toad Patrols" to help frogs safely cross roads to avoid cars? But really, get a grip.

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