ANIMAL

Mar 07 2026HEALTH

Military Dogs in San Diego: A Care Gap Revealed

The latest findings from the Department of Defense’s Inspector General highlight serious shortcomings in how military bases across San Diego County treat their working dogs. Over a three‑year span, two key facilities—Naval Base San Diego and Marine Corps Air Station Miramar—recorded 30 days of scorc

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Mar 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mysterious Beavers and a Heroine Who Can Jump Into Robots

A new animated film from the Disney‑owned studio offers a fresh mix of adventure, science fiction and environmental themes. The story follows 19‑year‑old Mabel Tanaka, a college student who loves nature more than people. She lives in the quiet town of Beaverton, where a forest glade is her favorite

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

PETA’s Unexpected Ally in the Fight Against Animal Testing

PETA, a well‑known animal rights group that often stages eye‑catching protests, has recently found itself praising the current U. S. administration for its moves to cut back on animal research. The group’s senior VP, Kathy Guillermo, praised the shift in policy as “night and day” compared to past le

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Mar 02 2026HEALTH

Pets Help Keep the Brain Sharp

Pet ownership might be a hidden helper for keeping the mind active as people age. New studies show that living with animals can touch many parts of how our brains change over time. The research looks at both the body’s biology and the feelings that come with having a pet. On the biological side, pe

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

City Council’s Big Budget Moves: From School Fields to Animal Shelters

The council met on Feb. 19 and decided to release $2. 3 million from the city’s free‑cash pile, a move that follows the mayor’s request and the Finance Committee’s nod. The biggest chunk—$2 million—was earmarked for Westfield High School’s new athletic fields. City Treasurer‑Collector Matthew Bar

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

Uncovering the Hidden Threat: Algeria's Battle with Animal Cystic Echinococcosis

Algeria has been grappling with a silent but significant health issue: animal cystic echinococcosis (CE). This condition, caused by a tiny parasite called Echinococcus granulosus, has been a persistent problem for both animals and people. To get a better grasp of the situation, researchers gathered

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Jan 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Dallas Steps Up to Protect Pets in the Cold

Dallas Animal Services was busy during the recent cold snap. They got 401 calls about pets left out in the freezing weather. Most of these calls were about dogs without proper shelter. Daniel Alvarado, who oversees field operations, shared that officers checked on 341 of these cases. They gave out 6

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Jan 27 2026CRIME

A Violent Morning in Parkland: Man's Attack Leads to Fatal Police Shooting

In a shocking turn of events, a man in Washington state was fatally shot by police after a brutal attack that left both a person and a dog seriously injured. The incident began when the attacker approached the victim near a local convenience store and asked about his religion. The victim, who identi

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Jan 21 2026SCIENCE

A Cow’s Clever Trick: Meet Veronika, the Tool-Using Bovine

In a quiet Austrian farm, a cow named Veronika has been doing something extraordinary. She’s using tools to scratch herself. This isn’t just a random action. Veronika picks branches, holds them with her mouth, and scratches her skin. It’s a clever way to relieve irritation. This behavior is rare. Un

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Jan 21 2026CRYPTO

Global Lottery Gets a Crypto Makeover

LottoBlokk is shaking up the lottery world. It's the first global lottery using crypto and blockchain. Starting June, anyone over 18 can join, except where it's not allowed. This isn't your usual lottery. It's powered by LottoCoin (LTBK) and uses the BASE blockchain. Tickets cost $2, and winners get

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