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Sammy Basso, Advocate for Progeria Research, Is Dead at 28
One of about 150 people known to have a rare condition that causes rapid aging, he sought to raise awareness and participated in the search for a cure.Health - The New York Times - October 20 -
Man arrested after dog found tied to post ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall
The dog was found up to its chest in flood waters off Interstate 75 in Tampa on Oct. 9, as many residents were evacuating due to Milton.Top stories - ABC News - October 15 -
Fire at upstate New York animal shelter kills all of its dogs
The cause of the fire that killed dozens of animals at the No Dogs Left Behind shelter in Canton, New York is under investigation.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
Animals become less sociable as they age in similar way to humans, research shows
While decline in interactions is seen as negative for humans, it can have health benefits for animals. While Victor Meldrew was a cantankerous caricature, humans are known to become less social as ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Plans must be made for the welfare of sentient AI, animal consciousness researchers argue
Computer scientists need to grapple with the possibility that they will accidentally create sentient artificial intelligence (AI) — and to plan for those systems’ welfare, a new study argues. The ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Man accused of leaving dog tied to fence ahead of Hurricane Milton is charged with animal cruelty
A Florida man who allegedly tied his dog to a fence and abandoned it as Hurricane Milton approached the state is now charged with aggravated animal cruelty.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
How advocates predict Trump's 2024 win could impact gun violence prevention laws
ABC News follows gun violence survivor Drew Spiegel and Rep. Maxwell Frost as they push for stricter gun laws.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
In the Dodgers’ Historic N.L.C.S. Game 1 Win, One Star Was ‘an Absolute Dog’
Los Angeles first baseman Freddie Freeman’s injury makes every step a challenge. But he’ll keep running until he can’t.Sports - The New York Times - October 14 -
The Advocate endorses Harris for president
The Advocate, the nation’s oldest and largest LGBTQ-focused publication, on Tuesday endorsed Vice President Harris for president. “Harris, the Democratic nominee, is exponentially better on every ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Veterans deserve the truth, not spin with the VA budget
VA officials are asking for a budget increase to cover a projected $15 billion shortfall, but their own numbers and estimates contradict what they are asking for and why, and solutions such as ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
No. 2 Georgia is still the top dog in the SEC after convincing win over previously top-ranked Texas
Texas and everyone else are finding that Georgia is still the top dog in the Southeastern ConferenceSports - ABC News - October 20 -
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Fetterman says 'bros' are Democrats' 'childless cat ladies'
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman (D) said the Democratic Party has made its own mistakes with a targeted demographic of voters, much like the GOP. “We have a challenge. We have our own kind of ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
A Messy Problem in Orderly Singapore: Keeping Track of Cats
The reversal of a 35-year ban on cats in public housing won’t be a quick fix for cat-related problems. It’s not even clear how many cats live in the city-state.World - The New York Times - 11 hours ago -
Fair-Wage Advocate Lilly Ledbetter Dies at 86
Her fight for equal wages inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 14 -
The Uplift: An adaptable dog
A dog wows onlookers by walking around town on his two hind legs — but it's not a trick, it's an adaptation. A woman decks out her house in eye-catching decorations each October, not for Halloween ...Top stories - CBS News - October 26 -
The Uplift: Trooper the dog
An abandoned dog, left behind ahead of Hurricane Milton, is rescued by a trooper and given a second chance at life. Ukrainian ballet dancers use their strength and grace on and off the stage. Plus, ...Top stories - CBS News - November 2 -
In Nepal, all good dogs are worshipped
It was the annual Kukur Puja festival in Nepal on Thursday, and dogs across the nation were draped in marigold garlands, marked with celebratory vermillion pigment and presented with overflowing ...Top stories - NBC News - November 2 -
NRA chief involved in gruesome cat killing as college fraternity member
Doug Hamlin pleaded no contest to animal cruelty over 1979 incident in which fraternity cat was tortured and killed. Douglas Hamlin, who was appointed to lead the NRA this summer in the wake of a ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
WATCH: Endangered wild cat found under Chicago suburbs home
The cat was identified to be a caracal, which are characterized by their striking looks with long legs, short tail, long tufted ears and large canine teeth.Top stories - ABC News - October 16 -
NRA faces pressure to suspend CEO after revelation of sadistic cat killing
Rifle association workers wrote letter warning that inaction against Doug Hamlin will ‘destroy’ NRA’s comeback chances. The board of the National Rifle Association ( NRA ) is facing pressure to ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
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My Fanged Feline Loves This Spooky Cat Gear—Yours Will Too
This Gothic cat tree, ghostly drinking fountain, and spectral litter mat are purrfect for Halloween fans.Tech - Wired - October 31 -
Nintendo's Alarmo Has Already Been Hacked To Include Cat Pictures
Earlier this month, Nintendo announced and released Alarmo , an alarm clock themed with sounds and pictures from some of the company's fan-favorite video game franchises. And while only Nintendo ...Tech - GameSpot - October 31 -
The Best Cat Furniture, Scratching Posts, and Litter Boxes (2024)
Your cat needs scratching posts and litter boxes, but they don’t have to be ugly.Tech - Wired - 4 days ago -
Christina Ricci on embracing self-discovery with tarot deck, "Cat Full of Spiders"
Famous for her iconic Halloween roles, Christina Ricci is diving into new territory with a tarot card deck and guidebook inspired by her life and career.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Harris backs slashing medical debt. Trump's "concepts" worry advocates.
Health care experts are calling on lawmakers — and the next occupant of the White House — to help the millions of Americans grappling with medical debt.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Whelan says Brittney Griner was 'great help' in advocating for his freedom
Former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan said WNBA star Brittney Griner was of “great help” in advocating for his freedom after being detained in Russia since 2018. Whelan, who was freed alongside Wall ...Politics - The Hill - October 18 -
Black women face a maternal health crisis, and advocates want that to be an election issue
Advocates want the Nov. 5 election to help raise awareness about reproductive health inequities impacting Black women.Top stories - NBC News - October 21 -
ServiceNow advocates for ‘invisible’ AI agents to ease worker adoption
ServiceNow vice president of AI Dorit Zilbershot believes employees will be more accepting of AI agents when they don't even know they're using AI agents.Tech - VentureBeat - October 25 -
Mississippi legislative leaders advocate Medicaid expansion, heading to conflict with the governor
Mississippi’s Republican legislative leaders say they plan to push for Medicaid expansion to cover working people who earn to little to afford private insuranceHealth - ABC News - October 31 -
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Murray Sinclair, First Nation advocate for justice and Canadian senator, has died
Murray Sinclair, a former First Nation judge, senator and chair of the commission that delved into Canada’s troubled history of residential schools for First Nations students, has diedWorld - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Ozempic lowers Alzheimer’s risk: Research
The diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic could lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease among people with Type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published Thursday. Alzheimer’s disease is the ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
The economics of research and development. With Heidi Williams
What is the relationship between innovation spending and productivity?World - Financial Times - October 28 -
Singapore to Halt $1.7 Billion Allianz Deal
The Singapore government plans to put a halt to a proposed deal by Germany’s Allianz to buy a majority stake in Singapore insurance company Income Insurance.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14 -
Harris courts Black voters, Trump halts Q&A
Vice President Kamala Harris is vying for support in Michigan as her campaign unveils a push for Black voters. This comes as former President Donald Trump continues campaigning in battleground ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Boeing, union reach tentative agreement to halt strike
A tentative agreement has been reached between Boeing and the roughly 33,000 machinists that went on strike last month, the union announced Saturday. "We are finalizing the strike settlement ...Politics - The Hill - October 19 -
Minecraft - How To Tame And Breed Animals
Animals play a large role in Minecraft . Whether you need to kill them for their drops or tame them for a specific reason, you'll want to encounter as many animals as possible. In this guide, ...Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago -
How to watch Va. Tech Hokies vs. Delaware State Hornets: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Monday's NCAA Basketball game
How to watch Virginia Tech vs. Delaware State basketball gameSports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago
