Heartwarming tales, wild wonders, and cute companions.
Heartwarming tales, wild wonders, and cute companions.
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With the majority of the ocean still unexplored, it's impossible to know for sure what sorts of creatures are out there lurking in the deep. Considering how terrifying a lot of the known inhabitants are, however, it's sometimes a little surprising that people are willing to venture out there at…
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I think that sometimes we don't give dogs the credit they deserve. This species has been man's best friend since history began, serving us and guarding our homes for countless generations. They provide emotional support when we're down, and they're silly enough to enjoy their antics at a distance and cute enough…
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There's probably no species on Earth who have as much of a bad image as great white sharks. Despite the fact that shark attacks of humans are pretty rare, these animals are still thought of as being bloodthirsty monsters. Yet, when they do attack people, the consequences can be painful, gruesome…
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Two of the best things in life are Harry Potter and dogs. But what happens when you put them together? Do they cancel each other out? Nope - turns out they just become more awesome! Meet Remus, the longhaired mini dachshund of your dreams. Not only does he share a name…
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Long before we domesticated them and forced them to wear sweaters for our sadistic amusement, dogs were noble and deadly hunters. You only have to look at wolves, their closest living relatives, to see how brutal and savage dogs could be, but there are some things your pup's carried over…
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If all you do is stay home, you miss out on seeing stunning marvels of nature. For example, you could go for a hike and see a 'million' ants build a living bridge to attack a wasp's nest. Or you could go whale-watching, and witness one of those agile behemoths…
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Animal rescue centers often remind us around this time of year that a dog is life, and not just for Christmas - but that doesn't stop the heartless abandoning their new furry friends in the New Year when they quickly get bored. According to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, 20,000…
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While Christmas often brings people together, giving us stories of kindness and humanity at the end of a year that's often full of the opposite - there are some who don't have a good time over the holiday period. For some, it can even be a time where tragedy strikes.…
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If there's one subject that's sure to enrage internet users, it's animal cruelty. People on social media are usually disgusted by even the suggestion that an animal has been hurt or left in pain, and so circulating footage of actual abuse is like dropping a lit match in a fireworks…
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One man in Florida has been hunting snakes in his area for a living, but he didn't expect to come across the prize he found this month. He managed to ensnare an eighteen-foot long Burmese python, and is now the record-holder for capturing the largest Burmese python in the state's…
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Every life on Earth, no matter how brief, has an impact on the others around it. That's just how the circle of life works: we're born, we do a bunch of stuff (some good, some bad), and then we return to the great mystery we came from. And, alas, this…
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Donald Trump loves to slap his name on things, from the failed Trump Airlines to the failed Trump Casinos to the failed Trump Steaks to - look, you get the idea. To be fair, Trump Hotels are still standing (for now), and we can understand the instinct. As we go…
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You may think your online shopping addiction is atrocious, but you ain't seen nothing until you've met Rocco the parrot. Rocco is an African Grey parrot, who has befriended a voice-activated Alexa device and is always ready to swoop in for a bargain - much to his owner's horror. The mischievous…
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You could be a complete Christmas grinch, or be someone who has never celebrated that particular holiday, but there's something about this season that can bring out the best in people. For all the annoyances that can come with it, there's something great about any time of year where the…
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As you would have undoubtedly heard by now, the wildfires in California have had a significant impact on the environment and the lives of those who live in the at-risk areas. These wildfires were the most destructive and deadly season on record in the state's history, with approximately 8,434 fires burning…
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It can be easy for those who haven't had the joy of owning a dog to write them off as slobbering, overly excitable maniacs who are too dumb to have a meaningful connection with anyone - but when you've spent enough time with one, you'll know that just isn't true.…
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As 2018 draws to a close, now seems like a good time to look back at all the insane internet trends the year brought us. There was the tide pod challenge, which saw a bunch of naive teenagers wind up in hospital after chugging laundry detergent, a whole host of…
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When Nicole Grimes was a kid, her grandmother gave her a surprise present: a pomeranian-poodle crossbreed."I was 10 years old and all I wanted was a puppy," she told the BBC. "She was wearing a pink bow when Nana gave her to me. We were best friends." Nicole named the…
