Brazil Environment Minister Marina Silva speaking to AFP from her office in Brasilia Sergio Lima Text size Brazil’s environment minister Marina Silva knows she has her work cut out to protect the Amazon, the world’s largest rainforest that is shared among nine countries. “It will be difficult,” Silva acknowledged in an interview with AFP on […]
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The Beatles were known for their “exuberant” fans — even sparking the term “Beatlemania.” (There was even a time when Ringo Starr’s then-girlfriend was scratched by a crazed fan.) Here’s what these artists said about their dangerous experiences with crowds, with Paul McCartney joking about police involvement. The Beatles sparked ‘Beatlemania’ with their ‘exuberant’ fan […]
Twenty-two-time grand slam champion Pam Shriver has slammed tennis for not protecting female players from their older male coaches – something she knows more about that anyone. The 60-year-old doubles legend, who is now a prominent coach and broadcaster, revealed last year she had began a five-year relationship with her coach Don Candy when he […]
Pets can get scared during New Year’s Eve celebrations, many don’t like the loud fireworks! Animals scared by fireworks can run off and shelters will see a spike in animals turned in. Make sure your pet has an ID tag and is microchipped, that’s something many shelters can do for a small fee. Also try […]
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Protecting children, pets from rabies
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – Health officials are asking you to take steps to protect your kids and pets. This comes after a raccoon tested positive for rabies in Chatham County last week after biting two dogs. Those pets were vaccinated and survived. Rabies is usually 100 percent fatal, so it is something to take seriously. […]
Over the past several months, Russia has launched multiple waves of missiles and drone attacks across Ukraine. The heaviest attack so far came on November 15, when more than 100 missiles targeted a dozen cities and districts, as well as the country’s critical energy infrastructure. Ukraine had relied mostly on Soviet-era defense systems such as […]
Published: 12/23/2022 2:19:55 PM Modified: 12/23/2022 2:18:36 PM Our neighbors in New York state are on the verge of a huge victory for consumers and our environment. Earlier this year, the New York Assembly and Senate both passed — by overwhelming margins — the Digital Fair Repair Act, which would require manufacturers to provide access to […]
WANT TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION AND BRING THEM INSIDE WHEN TEMPERATURES DROP INTO THE LOW TEENS WITH SINGLE DIGIT WIND CHILLS, EVEN ANIMALS ARE AT RISK. THEIR FUR COATS ARE SIMPLY NOT ENOUGH. THEY NEED MORE FOOD BECAUSE IT TAKES MORE ENERGY TO KEEP WARM. WATER DISHES FREEZE WHEN LEFT OUTSIDE AND LEAVING YOUR PET […]
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Protecting pets in cold weather
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) – The upcoming cold front calls for extra precautions, including safety measures for your pets. It’s a common belief that dogs and cats are more resistant to cold weather because of their fur, but that’s not always the case. Like people, animals are prone to frostbite, even through their fur, and hypothermia […]
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The first day of winter is Wednesday, and it will certainly feel like it with some areas seeing single-digit temperatures on Friday. How to save on heating costs during winter There are some things to keep in mind when it comes to pets, people, pipes and plants. When you’re cold, so […]