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A mother was horrified when she spotted one of the world's most venomous snakes lurking in the background of a photo she took of her children. Having initially believed it was an innocent photo of her two children walking hand in hand in a nature reserve, Alanna couldn't believe her…
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A wildebeest has had a very lucky escape after a close encounter with a crocodile. The shocking footage was captured by 36-year-old wildlife photographer Chris Bray in the Maasai Mara National Park in Kenya, overlooking the Mara River. And at first, the outcome looked inevitable. This is the moment the…
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According to The Science Times, bees were declared the most important species on the planet by the Earthwatch Institute in the last meeting of the Royal Geographical Society of London. These insects are a crucial part of our ecosystem as they pollinate more than a hundred types of crops including…
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Surveillance footage shows a female jogger brazenly defecating outside the head office of a global PR office in broad daylight. Roxy Jacenko, the CEO of Sweaty Betty PR, posted videos of the unidentified woman to Instagram, shaming her for committing the unsightly act right outside her office building on Watson…
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An eight-year-old boy has been trolled after posing with a dead 314lbs shark. The shark in question was captured by Jason Millauro off the coast of Sydney, Australia, when it swam alongside the 7.3-meter vessel he, his dad and captain Ibby Dardas were sailing in. When they spotted the predator, they threw…
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A heartbreaking video clip has appeared online, showing the shocking moment that a Kazakhstani dog catcher shot, killed and dragged away an eight-year-old’s pet dog. Barsik, a one-year-old black spaniel, was struck by a poisoned dart in the town of Taraz, before dying in his owner Shynali Risbibi’s arms on…
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Lawmakers in California have passed legislation banning the manufacture or sale of animal fur, making them the first state in the country to do so, the BBC has reported. The law will make it illegal for California residents to make or sell clothes, bags or shoes using animal fur after…
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Putting savoury stuff in a dessert isn’t exactly cutting edge. Ever since The Fat Duck decided to turn a full English fry up into ice cream, all sorts of chefs have had a stab at freezing weird things. It shouldn’t really shock us anymore. However, it turns out that there…
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A lost dog has captured the hearts of the world by waiting for four years in the same spot before being reunited with his owners. The incredible story was brought to the world's attention on Facebook when Thailand native, Anuchit Uncharoen, shared pictures of the pooch waiting by the side…
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When it comes to the festive season, many people feel the urge to get their pet something for Christmas. But what to get? Dogs are pretty easy to cater for: a big juicy treat or some other toy will usually make them happy. But what about your cat? They're a…
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If your journey into work was anything like mine, you probably arrived at the office cold, wet, and ever-so-slightly depressed. Yes, it's October, which means temperatures are dropping, thermostats are being cranked up, and rain has become a daily inevitability. But if you thought your miserable journeys to and from…
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It's a fact that disabled pets will often need a bit of extra help. Yes, there are plenty of adorable animals out there that often get the short shrift because they're blind, deaf, or have limited mobility - and these factors can sadly all make it more difficult for some…
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The Australian Fire Department have released what could very well be the ultimate thirst trap calender. Now, the concept of the sexy fireman is nothing new, but these actual firefighters knew that it could be improved upon, and how? Well, with the addition of none other than cute animals. [caption…
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Spectacular footage has emerged of the moment a whale calf bursts out of the water right next to a tourist boat. The newborn humpback whale made what appeared to be an effortless leap just metres from a boat full of tourists. The impressive scenes were captured by Jonas Liebschner, the…
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It's a well-known fact that many animals change color in a bid to better fit into their environment. Whether this is done to disguise themselves from predators or to sneak up on their prey, the most famous color-changing animal is the chameleon. This function is caused by color-changing cells called…
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If there's one thing the internet loves more than pets, its pets that are that little bit different. Yup, if you want your furry friend to stand out from the crowd on social media, then the most important thing to bear in mind is this: does it have something unique?…
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An adorable puppy, who was born with pink fur and who is deaf and blind, has been inspiring disabled kids on social media. Piglet, a dachshund-Chihuahua mix, has become a viral celebrity on social media, thanks to his chipper attitude and unusual salmon-coloured hue. The dog was first adopted by…
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An incident has led to more than 130 dolphins dying after beaching themselves in a mysterious case of mass stranding. The occurrence, which is currently being investigated by volunteers and marine biologists, allegedly occurred off the coast of West Africa earlier this week. Check out this incredible video of two…
