Comment this story Comment What was the biggest M&A deal of 2022? One contender: In August, casino operator Penn Entertainment Inc. spent $162 million to acquire 36% of digital media site Barstool Sports, completing a multi-year acquisition (Penn already owned…
COP27 ends with focus on food security
Mixed reactions followed the conclusion of the conference of the parties in Egypt last week as a historic announcement was made to help fund poorer countries battling the impacts of climate change. While the “loss and damage fund” grabbed the…
Groundbreaking vote to control the unsustainable global shark fin trade
Source: International Fund for Animal Welfare PANAMA CITY, November 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — A groundbreaking decision has been taken today by world governments that promise to reverse the course of shark conservation, with 54 shark species given increased protection by…
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Navy Pier Net Carousel Animal Funds for Vocational Training Program
30 animals from the Navy Pier Carousel were acquired and sold by Rebuilding Exchange, an environmentally conscious company that houses and sells reusable building materials donated to reduce construction waste, to fund its job training program. The animals were part…
Hit and Run Tragedy brings help from the community
Bruno is recovering after treatment suffered in a hit-and-run accident that left his pet dog Charlie dead at the scene It could have been any of us, enjoying the pleasures of walking our dogs on a beautiful fall evening. But…
Wildlife conference in Spokane receives criticism over inclusion of ‘extremist animal’ groups
SPOKANE — A well-respected wildlife conference is being criticized by some members of the hunting community over the inclusion of two advocacy groups focused on reforming state wildlife management. “All are welcome,” Ed Arnett, CEO of the Wildlife Society, said…
Crime Starters United States
Columns Column: The Politics Responsible for the Coming Democratic Disaster Clockwise from top left, all Democrats: Pennsylvania Senate candidate John Fetterman, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Wisconsin Senate candidate Mandela Barnes, former DA of San Francisco Chesa Boudin and Philadelphia…
Brett Favre Accused of Funding Consuction Cream That Killed Half a Dozen Dogs
Brett Favre has recently received a lot of backlash over the past month for his role in embezzling millions from the Mississippi welfare fund. In a case involving multiple twists and turns, Favre was primarily accused of funneling a transfer…
Is pet insurance a luxury or a lifesaver? | Features
How to prepare for your four-legged friend By Craig Manning | October 22, 2022 Did you know that 91.7% of the US population had some form of health insurance coverage as of last year? While that figure still leaves tens…
Greg Pierce: Vermont should choose hydrogen as the fuel of the future
This commentary is from Greg Pierce of St. Albans, a civil engineer who served as a reserve officer in the US Army Corps of Engineers. He is now retired and has written five novels. Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom said…
Barktoberfest at Olyphant | www.wnep.com
A Lackawanna County animal shelter offered a change of scenery for its rescue dogs while raising funds and awareness for what animal shelters are going through. OLYPHANT, Pa. — Meet Isaac, one of many rescue dogs at the Griffin Pond…
CSU Clinical Trial in Pediatric Bone Cancer Highlights ‘One Cure’ Cause
Osteosarcoma, the most common type of bone cancer, is a devastating disease that most often occurs in children and can spread to the lungs or other parts of the body. It affects 400 to 800 young people each year in…
Yuga Labs pledges $1 million to City of Miami education and arts initiatives
MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Yuga Labs, the pioneering Web3 company behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, today announced it has pledged $1 million to support arts and educational initiatives in Miami. The funding will expand and strengthen programs aimed at closing the opportunity…
Commissioners Approve New Service Delivery Strategy Agreements | Local News
The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 on Thursday to approve new service delivery strategy agreements with county municipal governments. Board Chairman Jevin Jensen generally only votes in the event of a tie. The service delivery strategy agreements specify…
Seven Houston Bond Proposals Would Fund Public Safety, Parks
In addition to the local and statewide races that will be on the ballots in November, Houston voters will have the opportunity to vote on seven bond proposals that would help fund the city’s needs. , including police department maintenance…
Australia classifies the lesser wallaby as a new endangered species
Published on: 04/10/2022 – 04:16Amended: 04/10/2022 – 04:14 Sydney (AFP) – Australia listed a lesser wallaby and the gray snake among 15 new endangered species on Tuesday as it launched a zero extinction plan for its unique wildlife. Many species…
Transparency debate continues as Del Norte Supes passes county budget by 4-1 vote | Wild Rivers Outpost
Jessica Cejnar Andrews / Today at 4:45 p.m. / Local Government Transparency debate continues as Del Norte Supes passes county budget by 4-1 vote Del Norte County Board of Supervisors Meeting Previously: • Masten’s demand for a more public budget…
Applications open for Working Lands Business Improvement Grants
Vermont Agency for Agriculture, Food and Markets Is your business part of the agricultural and forestry economy? Do you need financing for a capital project you are planning? The Working Lands Enterprise Initiative has funding available through its Business Improvement…
Florida Wildlife Agency Should Take Down Commercialized Turtle Breeding Project
Conservationists are divided over a new proposal that would legalize commercial captive breeding of one of Florida’s flagship species. The policy change could help diamondback terrapin populations, as they remain in high demand as low-maintenance pets and poachable commodities. The…
Dale Austin Kruger Obituary – Topeka Capital-Journal
Dale Austin Kruger, 34, Silver Lake, died on Saturday, September 17, 2022, following a motor vehicle accident. Dale was born on October 9, 1987 in Topeka, the son of Michael and Shelley (Deiter) Kruger. He graduated from Silver Lake High…
Top Credit Check Loans No Credit Check Loans and Bad Credit Loans that are Guaranteed to Approve
Credit rating is a massive issue in the US market for loans. Lenders will consider your credit information and score to determine your loan approval. Online lenders have transformed the market for lending. The top ten loans not requiring credit…
Marin County sues Monsanto over PCBs
Marin County and nine cities and towns in Marin are suing Monsanto and two other companies for alleged damages caused by their sale of products containing PCBs. “PCBs have a long toxic legacy,” Marin County attorney Brian Washington said of…
African cheetahs airlifted to India after vanishing more than 70 years ago
NEW DELHI – When a local king in central India shot three cheetahs in 1947, he killed what was believed to be the last such creature in the country, and they were declared extinct in India for five years later.…
Clear Current Capital reaches its fifth anniversary
VERO BEACH, Florida., September 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Clear Current Capital is thrilled to celebrate its fifth year pursuing its mission of financing early-stage companies, alternative proteins and food technology that generate strong returns and impact on the food system.…
Commissioners lift burning ban and approve tax rate
Ector County commissioners on Tuesday voted to lift a burning ban in place since June and approved the budget and tax rate for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The ban on burning was passed on March 22 and extended on June…
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A 1/2 cent sales tax is proposed to fund new schools
LAKE CITY, Fla. (WCJB) — A proposal to create a half-cent sales tax in Columbia County to fund schools will go to a vote in November, the Lake City Humane Society sees its budget increase and the Florida Gateway College…
SAC, others do not make the final cut of the ARPA fund
September 02, 2022 Two schools of thought regarding downtown Mount Airy – a need to plan for the future versus a sense of “leaving Main Street alone” – collided head-on during a heated public hearing Thursday night. And after listening…
Letters: Building muscle isn’t just for superstars | women’s health
In Yvonne Roberts’ review of Nicole Kidman for staying fit and being proud of it, she mentions that “exercise can be fun” (“Fabulous abs, Nicole. But that frantic effort to look half your age is frankly a little humiliating”, Comment).…
The Hype Around Plant-Based Foods Is Neglecting One Key Ingredient: Plants
Comment this story Comment What comes to mind when you hear the term “herbal”? If you’re like most people, you probably fancy something that looks like a traditional burger but is made with plant-based protein. You’re much less likely to…
$200,000 grant to fund master plan for Fonthill Castle in Doylestown
DOYLESTOWN, PA – Fonthill Castle, with the help of State Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10), secured a state grant to fund the development of a master plan for site improvements of the historic property and its more than 60 acres of…
How Showing Sheep Gave a Young Agriculture Student a New Sense of Direction
Raquel Lopez’s life has changed for the better. The Western Kentucky University agriculture student didn’t expect sheep to be at the forefront of her transformation just five years ago, but the 19-year-old from Santa Rosa, in California, is convinced that…
The Vineyard Gazette – Martha’s Vineyard News
West Tisbury was the perfect location for the 160th annual Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society Fair, where a mix of old and new entertained the crowds from August 18-21. More than 40,000 people took part in the summer tradition over its…
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9-Year-Old Central Texas Girl Helps Endangered Pandas on Her Birthday
TROY, Texas (KWTX) — Bella Zapata’s grandparents gave her a book about pandas and since then she’s been addicted and reads it over and over. Pandas are the future 10-year-old’s favorite animal and she loves watching YouTube videos of babies.…
Council set to amend and adopt city budget
By Jo Clifton Mayor Steve Adler is proposing a raise for city council members and the next mayor starting in 2023 after he leaves. His proposal will be considered as part of the council’s budget-passing process, which begins tomorrow –…
Workforce Solutions gets $1.2 million for rural employment training
Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas recently received a grant of approximately $1.2 million from the United States Department of Education to improve post-secondary education for rural students. The funds, which will be provided over a three-year period, will help…
What lives in a biodiversity fund?
HSBC’s biodiversity ETF, PIMCO side pockets and thematic generalists made headlines this week HSBC Asset Management became the latest issuer to launch a biodiversity-linked ETF this week, but question marks remain over how to foster biodiversity in a diversified and…
PA Game Commission sees increase in moose tag apps
Interest in hunting Pennsylvania wild elk has increased since last year. Jeremy Banfield, an elk biologist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, said the agency received 104,250 applications for the upcoming 178 elk tag lottery. The agency received about 5,000 fewer…
Funds turn sour when you least expect it
Comment this story Comment Gold, in financial market tradition, is a fairly simple beast. Despite all its complexities, what it basically likes is a weak dollar, turbulence and lower interest rates. Falls in the greenback mathematically increase the price of…
Spring Creek Animal Control is calling | Local
SPRNG CREEK – Spring Creek area animal control calls are down from a year ago, according to a report from the Elko County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Doug Fisher provided the numbers for the first six months of the year to…
Increased risk of heart disease from red meat may stem from gut microbes’ response to digestion
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET Monday, August 1, 2022 Research Highlights: A new study has found that chemicals produced in the digestive tract by gut microbes after eating red meat (such as beef, pork, bison, venison) account…
Big Cat Public Safety Act Passes US House of Representatives on International Tiger Day
WASHINGTON, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ –The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (HR 263) by a vote of 278 to 134. The bill would ban keeping tigers, lions, and other big cat species as…
Cat Rescue says Galt’s animal control is inconsistent, according to the police department. answers | New
A local cat shelter official called for more clarity in how the city handles animal control following an incident involving a sick stray cat. The City of Galt contracts with Sacramento County for animal control services and, in exchange for…
Donors Provide Air Conditioning for Elizabethton-Carter County Animal Shelter Kennels | Local News
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Palm Beach Daily News social calendar for July 24
Editor’s Note: Items or corrections for posting to the Palm Beach Social Calendar are currently accepted by email only. Please enter the information in the body of the email and do not use attachments. Include your name and phone number,…
A developer plans a grocery store project in Wapello
WAPELLO — Although few details were provided, Wapello Mayor Shawn Maine reported during Thursday’s city council meeting that a grocery store may be coming to the community. Maine said it was contacted Tuesday about the possibility and is already working…
Ottomwa is banking on franchise fees; gives its final consent to the animal ordinance | New
OTTUMWA — Controversial topics were on Tuesday’s council agenda. A proposal to replace the local option sales tax of 1 cent with a 3% franchise fee on electricity and natural gas bills within the town limits of Ottumwa has again…
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Waterbury Officer Slater and K9 Nico
WATERBURY, Conn. (WFSB) – This week on Amazing K9 Duos we caught up with Officer Slater and K9 Nico from the Waterbury Police Department. Renee DiNino: Nice to see you! Officer Slater: Nice to see you too! A: Tell us…
Heartland Value Plus Fund Q2 2022 Portfolio Manager Commentary
tdub303 Q2 Market Discussion Nervous investors entered the quarter expecting another shoe to drop, and it did. As the Federal Reserve aggressively raised interest rates to cool inflation that was higher than in four decades, stocks fell into an official…
NSF and NIH grants awarded to faculty to support research and student experiences
Several Trinity College faculty members have recently received substantial grants to pursue long-term science projects alongside their students. Associate Professor of Psychology Michael A. Grubb received an Early Career Development Fellowship (CAREER) from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Additionally, Vernon…
Ventura Land Trust Receives $7.2 Million for Ventura Hillsides Land Conservation | Outside
Posted on July 10, 2022 | 12:54 p.m. Ventura Land Trust received $7.2 million from the State of California to complete the acquisition and permanent preservation of the 1,645-acre property in the hills of Ventura, now known as the Mariano…
The program aims to raise awareness and finance the resolution of the problem of feral cats
ROME – With the problem of stray and feral cats not only in Rome, but in most cities in the region and across the country growing since the COVID-19 pandemic, the R-Cats program is trying to raise additional funds to…
Darien Teen Starts Tennis Tournament, Raises $1,000 for Foundation Program, and More
Caitlin Cronin, 13, who will be a freshman at Darien High School in the fall, and 16 friends raised $1,000 for the Grassroots and Education tennis program. Caitlin raised funds through a tennis tournament she organized to benefit the program.…
Domestic bill includes $12.9 million in additional funds for acquisition of Kaupō Ranch for NPS
Haleakala National Park. NPS photo by Jin Prugsawan Haleakalā Crater, September 2020. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) helped secure $12.9 million in additional funding for the acquisition of Kaupō Ranch on the south slope of Haleakalā in Maui for the National…
Environmental Factor – July 2022: NIEHS-led collaboration receives Director’s Challenge Innovation Award
NIEHS-led research collaboration received National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director’s Challenge Innovation Award. Coble runs the NIEHS Vivarium, where he helps ensure that researchers working with research animals receive the support they need and that the facility provides exceptional animal…
Florida jury rules in favor of self-defense claim
A Florida jury ruled in favor of a defendant’s self-defense argument on Friday, saying the 2016 shooting death of a family dog was justified. The trial in the fatal shooting of Candy, a 5-year-old Staffordshire terrier mix, resumed late last…
CMA Acquires Rare Works of Art, Revolutionary Artist’s Painting
CLEVELAND – Next time you visit the Cleveland Museum of Art, you’ll notice new works of art added to the museum’s diverse collection, including a rare Korean knife scabbard, a painted Andean drum and a contemporary painting of a revolutionary…
It turns out that podcasts go very well with “Mario Kart”
Some people get used to not having as much free time as they did when they were kids. I am not one of those people. As a working adult with an admittedly compromised social life (thanks, COVID!) and many other…
Here’s why you can’t fish them in the Gulf of Maine
Shrimp is one of New England’s signature dishes. Unfortunately, the Gulf of Maine or Northern Shrimp (Pandalus borealis) is a cold water species and New England is at the southernmost point of its range. They are present from the Arctic…
National city budget to fund new positions for homelessness and climate change
National City will invest hundreds of thousands of dollars in after-school programs, award bonuses to attract more police dispatchers and create new positions to fight homelessness and climate change in the new fiscal year that begins July 1. Board members…
Governor Glenn Youngkin announces over $37.5 million in criminal justice grants – Royal Examiner
WOODSTOCK, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin officially opened Seven Bends State Park on June 14, 2022 in Shenandoah County. The park consists of 1,066 acres located in the geographically unique Seven Bends area of the North Fork of the Shenandoah…
There’s still much to do
This week marks the tenth anniversary of the first major survey of microbial diversity in the human body, published in Nature by the Human Microbiome Project (HMP) Consortium, of which I was a member. Before that, microbiologists knew that the…
Push for police oversight funding continues as councilors prepare to vote on fiscal year 2023 budget | Policy
A city council task force recommended last month that while the police department establishes a real-time information center, the city should also implement a police watch program. For councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper, that starts with funding it. “I will say this…
Amid complaints, state lawmakers decide to restrict fireworks | News, Sports, Jobs
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania state lawmakers are proposing new limits on fireworks in response to growing complaints after a 5-year-old state law dramatically liberalized their sales and use . The House of Representatives on Wednesday voted 160…
SCiFi Foods Rebrands, Expands Board, Exits Stealth
Courtesy of SCiFi Foods SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) June 08, 2022 Bay Area-based food tech startup SCiFi Foods, formerly known to the world as Artemys Foods, announced today that it has changed not only its look, but its name as…
‘Tiger King’ star Doc Antle due in court
‘Tiger King’ star Bhagavan ‘Doc’ Antle was arrested by the FBI on Friday and is expected to appear in court on Monday to face federal money laundering charges, a person close to the Associated Press told The Associated Press. case.…
‘Tiger King’ star Doc Antle arrested by FBI on unknown charges
MYRTLE BEACH, SC — “Tiger King” star Bhagavan “Doc” Antle remained in custody Saturday following his arrest by the FBI, prison records show. FBI agents arrested him on Friday and he was taken to the J. Reuben Long Detention Center…
PACC will give $150 to foster families to help clean up packed dog shelters
Published on June 2, 2022 at 1:25 p.m. Bennito L. Kelty TucsonSentinel.com The Pima Animal Care Center is launching a new foster program that will offer $50 gift cards to people who house and train dogs, hoping to free up…
Zoo owners, facing ‘financial ruin’, plead for house arrest instead of jail or fines
Owners of the closed Cricket Hollow Zoo in eastern Iowa are hoping to avoid jail time and a hefty financial penalty for contempt of court. Earlier this year, the Iowa Supreme Court rejected efforts by zoo owners Pamela and Thomas…
NIH grant to UAB will fund study of safer, longer-lasting stents
Narrowed arteries can restrict blood flow to the heart. One treatment involves inserting a stent – a small mesh tube – inside the artery to widen it. However, existing stents have issues that affect performance. Two researchers at the University…
Royal Oak presents proposals to spend $28 million on COVID-19 relief funds – Daily Tribune
From a new community center to green initiatives and water main improvements, Royal Oak officials are examining how the city could allocate $28 million in COVID-19 relief funds. City Manager Paul Brake this week presented project proposals with City Commissioners…
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BlackRock and other major McDonald’s shareholders join company in fight against Icahn
The McDonald’s company logo is seen on the front of a restaurant in London, Britain December 10, 2021. REUTERS/May James/Files Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register BOSTON, May 25 (Reuters) – BlackRock (BLK.N) and other big McDonald’s…
Microfiber Pollution | California Lutheran University
Download picture Students Mia LeClerc and Eli Hill work in the lab to separate microfibers from sediment. Photo: Courtesy of Andrea Huvard, PhD Pieces of your pants, shirts, socks and fleece jackets are polluting local waters. Cal Lutheran biology students…
Al Gore’s investment firm announces new fund for companies leading a sustainable future
Generation Investment Management, an investment firm co-founded by Al Gore, has announced a new fund that will go to businesses and teams driving a sustainable future. This will include companies that help reduce emissions, increase financial inclusion and create more…
Seven dolphins rescued from gut in River Herring
Local “We want to make sure we’re giving these animals the best possible chance.” International Fund for Animal Welfare With around seven hours of work and more than 40 dedicated volunteers, staff and experts, seven stranded dolphins were rescued from…
Second Annual Moms & Pups “Bark & Brunch” – Boca Raton’s Most Trusted Source of Information
Honorary President Marta Batmasian (Tamar) Honorary President Constance Scott (Gigi), Bonnie Kaye, (Maddie) Alisa Cohen (Punim Benefiting Tri-County Animal Rescue Launch of a significant maternity weekday Boca Raton, FL – “An afternoon of making Sunkist memories,” a “happy place,” and…
Dubois: There are better causes to fund than the turtle mystery | Letters to the Editor
Your April 28 issue featured a front-page story involving the mutilation of a turtle after it died and the public outcry that arose after the turtle was found. In fact, at the time of publication, almost $1,400 had been raised…
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Over 200 experts join UNDP, European Union and national partners to discuss ecological impacts of war in Ukraine [EN/UK] – Ukraine
The online conference also sought innovative proposals for post-war sustainable reconstruction Kyiv, May 6, 2022 – The war in Ukraine is not only leveling entire towns and destroying infrastructure with many casualties, it is having a negative impact on the…
CPS Board’s Busy Agenda Includes Superintendent Contract | K-12 Education
With summer vacation approaching, the Columbia School Board’s agenda is looking to the future. The board will consider a new superintendent contract, and board members and trustees will receive committee assignments for the 2022-23 school year. Superintendent contract The board…
How shareholder activists demand change in restaurant chains
It’s annual meeting season and this spring, publicly traded catering companies will see votes on resolutions ranging from the use of gestation crates in meat production to transparency on workforce diversity. ‘work. Shareholder activism isn’t new, but lobby groups are…
Brookings Registry | SDSU Researchers Receive $1 Million Precision Livestock Farming Grant
BROOKINGS — Researchers at South Dakota State University from the Departments of Animal Science and Natural Resource Management have received $1 million from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture Inter-Disciplinary Engagement in Animal Systems (IDEAS) program. ) from the…
George D. Vernimb, retired veterinarian
George D. Vernimb, 91, of Dagsboro, and husband of Ruth Gaumer LaCrosse Vernimb, died at home on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. Dr. Vernimb, VMD was born March 6, 1931 in New York, NY, son of the late August and Charlotte…
Community news | News, Sports, Jobs
LIBRARY DEDICATION: The Youngstown and Mahoning County Public Library and members of the Austintown community will dedicate the atrium of the Austintown Library at 2 p.m. today in memory of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of…
Humane Society Launches $1.5 Million Fundraiser | Local News
FAIRMONT — A fundraiser for the Marion County Humane Society, aptly named “Raise the Woof,” is aiming to raise $1.5 million. Organized by restaurant and craft brewery The Rambling Root, the event was aimed at raising funds for the construction…
Pig farmers fight against new rules
Pork producers feel threatened by attempts to change the way they raise pigs – so much so that they have taken the surprising step of reducing the amount of money they automatically pay into the National Pork Checkoff, the fund…
South Dakota FFA Foundation Creates Fred and Joan DeRouchey Family Endowment
Photo by Fred and Joan DeRouchey courtesy of SD State FFA Foundation BATH, SD — The FFA Foundation of South Dakota is proud to establish the Fred and Joan DeRouchey Family Endowment, thanks to an inherited gift from Fred and…
Grants available from the MaineCF Animal Welfare Fund
Delilah, a Parson Russell Terrier mix, has been with the Bangor Humane Society for nearly three years and is always looking for the right home for her unique needs. (Photo courtesy of Bangor Humane Society) PORTLAND & ELLSWORTH — Furry…
The Mississippi River, one of the most threatened in the country
RIVER AMONG THE MOST DANGEROUS IN THE COUNTRY. THE RIVER EXTENDS FROM LAKE ITASCA IN MINNESOTA TO THE GULF OF MEXICO. A NEW AMERICAN RIVERS REPORT HAS RANKED THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER THE SIXTH MOST DANGEROUS RIVER IN 2022 DUE TO…
Giant Leap, Australia’s first impact venture capital fund, backs climate tech – Sustainability
Rachel Yang, Partner, Giant Leap Giant Leap is Australia’s premier impact venture capital fund, backing organizations focused on solving the world’s most pressing social and environmental issues. Giant Leap Partner Rachel Yang spoke at the recent Climate Tech Showcase in…
The intersection between tourism and animal conservation
As we celebrate Earth Day and accept the challenge to make more sustainable decisions in our own lives, a sub-category of the travel and tourism industry deserves greater attention this year after being hit hard by the pandemic: wildlife tourism.…
IN BRIEF | April 14, 2022 – VC Journalist
ON THE PICTURE : A The $30,000 grant awarded to the American Educational Zoo at Moorpark College will be used to build new housing for the zoo’s parrot population, including this colorful macaw. Photo submitted Heglund named Ventura city attorney…
PG&E negotiates Kincade fire settlement, Sonoma County residents who lost everything remain unpaid
After two months of negotiations, attorneys for Pacific Gas and Electric Co. and Sonoma County prosecutors are due back in court on Monday, possibly to announce an agreement that settles the prosecutor’s 30-count criminal case. of the district Jill Ravitch…
The Day – USDA criticizes aquarium’s handling of deceased beluga
Mystic – A report by US Department of Agriculture inspectors criticized the way Mystic Aquarium cared for a 5-year-old male beluga whale in the final hours before he died last August. The report states “that in the eight hours prior…
Governor Glenn Youngkin signs legislation to support animal welfare reform for dogs or cats rred and sold for experimental purposes – Royal Examiner
Governor Glenn Youngkin signed more than 40 bills into law on Friday, including legislation strengthening school safety audits, reducing fees for athletes and establishing training for law enforcement to recognize signs of trafficking human being. “We are here to provide…
Heroes honored at the annual banquet
The following people were honored Wednesday as Monroe County Everyday Heroes: Adult Good Samaritan Hero The Sieb family The late Dick Sieb and his family have shown their support for police officers nationwide by donating custom-made life jackets to local…
New guidelines could improve diagnosis and treatment
Share on PinterestEndometriosis is a common gynecological condition that affects thousands of girls and women. Catherine McQueen/Getty Images European researchers have created new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis. They provided important updates to five key areas of…
Environmental groups, federal government reach deal freezing military money for border wall
McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) — Several environmental groups have reached a settlement in a lawsuit against several federal government agencies that have now pledged not to use military funds to continue construction of the border wall. The 2019 lawsuit was…
Puppy recovering after being rescued from fire – Macomb Daily
Macomb County Animal Control Chief Jeff Randazzo says the only pet to survive a Clinton Township condominium fire Wednesday night is being treated for smoke inhalation and is recovering from his ordeal. “He’s doing a lot better than I really…
Polydactyl Texas Cat ‘Will O’ Wisp’ in the race for the next Cadbury Rabbit
Sharing is caring! Will O’ Wisp is a cute blue-eyed cat who loves his Brussels sprouts and spinach. She’s sweet as a rabbit and, ultimately, she just might be the next Cadbury Bunny. And this year, she is the only…
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Niabi Zoo & Forest Preserves Foundation matches donations to Ukrainian zoological park
COAL VALLEY, Ill. (KWQC) – The Niabi Zoo & Forest Preserves Foundation will match $1,000 in donations to the Askania Nova Biosphere Reserve. “Members of the Niabi Zoo & Forest Preserves Foundation have, like all of us, watched events unfold…
Mixed weather over forest fires; victim support
As wildfires continued to burn in Eastland and Brown counties Monday, local and state agencies and volunteers are assessing the damage and gathering resources to help those who lost homes and property. March was an active wildfire month across the…