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More Than 200 Birds and Other Animals Rescued From Home Of 75-Year-Old Veterinarian
Does the caged bird sing? It's very likely that a 75-year-old veterinarian thought she was helping the more than 200 birds and other animals in her possession. Or, perhaps, the veterinarian had a hoarding problem, obsessed with collecting them all like the average Pokemon fan. At this point, it's hard for me to say.
Chicago Woman Faces An Unexpected Car Issue — A Python Wedged Inside Her Vehicle
If you thought having to get an oil change or tires rotated was bad, try having a live python wedged under your vehicle. That's the headache-inducing problem one Chicago woman faced. On October 1, the woman noticed a ball python traveling from her friend's house to just behind her vehicle.
Tennessee Dog Gets Stranded 20 Feet Up In A Tree During Hurricane Helene
Even amid tragedy, sometimes miracles do happen. A Tennessee dog survived the floodwaters of Hurricane Helene by escaping up a tree. Unfortunately, the dog ended up stranded 20 feet from the ground. The Kingsport Fire Department revealed the remarkable tale in a Facebook post. The Technical Rescue Team and the...
Viral Zoo Hippo Moo Deng Seen Performs Michael Jackson's Classic Dance: See Video
Moo Deng the hippo has been making headlines for weeks. Between adorable bath times, biting a zookeeper, and just a general grumpy disposition, this baby hippo has stolen hearts across the globe. Now, Moo Deng is going viral again, this time for her tribute to Michael Jackson. Watch as adorable little Moo Deng performs Michael Jackson's classic dance, the moonwalk.
13-Year-Old Rescue Dog Saves Owner's Life By Getting Help After He Got Injured In Woods
They say that dogs are man's best friend and this is just more proof of that time old saying. A peaceful walk in the woods turned dire fast when an 84-year-old man fell and injured himself. Luckily, he was not alone. He had been with his 13-year-old rescue dog Gita when she saves her owner's life.
Alaskan Oil Field Has Its Own Tornado Siren For Polar Bears:“They’re Frickin’ Huge"
There's a classic bear safety poem that goes like this, "If it's brown lay down, if it's black fight back, and if it's white, say goodnight." Polar bears are quite possibly the most fearsome and deadly animal you could come across despite what the Coca-Cola commercials tell us. In fact, one Alaskan oil field has its own tornado siren for if a polar bear is nearby in the area.
Mountain Lion Was No Match For A Dog Owner And A Shovel: "Mountain Lions Love Dogs"
I'm going to go out on a limb and save this mountain lion never saw John Wick. Because you don't mess with a dog owner and his dog. A Colorado man recently killed a mountain lion with nothing but a shovel. He probably ended up saving his dog in the process from the big game cat.
Spread Coffee Throughout Your Yard To Keep Common Pest At Bay
Insects plague our summer months, bringing with them all sorts of itching, biting, and swelling. One of the most common and deadly pests that we encounter is mosquitoes. While many tactics exist at repelling these pesky insects, several of them use harsh chemicals or unpleasant odors. However, there is also a natural mosquito repellent that most of you probably have in your house right now. Learn how spreading coffee in your yard can help save you from mosquito bites this year.
Don't Make Common Deadly Mistake Next Time You Go Hiking
Hiking can be a relaxing activity. Exposing you to the many beautiful scenes that nature has to offer. However, it can also be deadly. From choosing the wrong hiking equipment, to taking a trail that is too advanced, there are often mistakes that are made that can be deadly. However, there is one common mistake that proves to be more deadly than the rest. Read on to learn the most common deadly mistake people make while hiking, as well as how to avoid it.
Pilot Flew An Elderly Dog Home Then Fell In Love With Its Owner
Love always finds a way. This couple met in the most unlikely of circumstances but they found love regardless. After this German pilot flew an elderly dog back to its owner the two became inseparable. This truly was a love story from the fairytales. Pilot Flew An Elderly Dog Home.
First Ever Human Case Of Tick Borne Disease Surfaces In North East
A tick-borne disease, which is common in the southern United States, was recently reported in Connecticut, marking its first diagnosis in the northeastern region of the country. According to the NY Post, the disease in question is primarily found in the South, particularly, Florida. Over the last 80 years though,...
Mount Everest Is Getting Taller — Here's Why
Mount Everest is the tallest mountain above sea level and it is not done growing. A strange new report shows that this large mountain has not yet reached its peak growth. How is it possible for a mountain to continue to grow? Experts reveal that it is due to an ancient phenomenon.
Scientists Finally Figured Out Which Came First — The Chicken Or The Egg
It seems that scientists have finally begun to uncover the truth in regards to the world's oldest question. Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Although arguments have been made for both sides scientists believe they have finally cracked the code on the answer. They shared their answer with a new theory.
Cruise Spends Months Stranded, Takes Off On Journey Only To Immediately Return To Port
What should have been an incredible vacation has proved to be an epic disappointment for many. This luxury cruise was supposed to last three years and take its passengers to various countries across the world. However they had been having many issues which had prevented them from leaving on schedule. Now, they finally had taken off only to have to return to port. This cruise has now spent months stranded.
Three Dead After Hunting Land Dispute In South Carolina
Three men are dead, and another was taken to the hospital with injuries, after a shooting in South Carolina that stemmed from a land dispute. According to the Miami Herald, the shooting took place around 8 PM on September 27th. The four men involved were near a home on Griffin Road in the Woodruff area. In a statement from the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office, it was confirmed that the injured man had been transported to a hospital in Simpsonville via a private vehicle. The injuries sustained and eventually treated were not life-threatening.
8-Year-Old Boy Shot And Killed While Hunting Rabbits On Farm
In a tragic turn of events, an 8-year-old boy is dead. He suffered a fatal shot to his head while out hunting rabbits on a farmland. Authorities confirmed that the 8-year-old boy was Jay Cartmell. The incident happened in Warcop, a village in Cambria, England. Although first responders airlifted him to a hospital, he later died of his injuries. According to The Mirror, authorities responded to a firearms-related injury on September 28.
Fisherman May Have Just Broke Montana Smallmouth Bass Record And He Let The Fish Go
It's not every day that you break a state record. A fisherman may have just broken the Montana state record for smallmouth bass, and he ended up letting the fish go. It will live to see another day. Fisherman Jeremy Johnson opened up about his attempt to break a record....
North Carolina Town Suffers As Hurricane Helene Leaves Disaster In Its Wake — See Startling Before And After Photos
Although Hurricane Helene was projected to strike hard, this town in North Carolina was not prepared for the damage that would be coming for them. This town went from picturesque to disaster overnight as Hurricane Helene almost wiped it out entirely. North Carolina Town Suffers After Hurricane Helene Strikes. The...
Grizzly Bears Are Super Hungry Right Now As If They Weren't Already Scary Enough
If you thought grizzly bears couldn't get more terrifying then you're wrong. They're super hungry this time of year as winter approaches. And they're not the only ones. All of the bears are gearing up for hibernation by chowing down. Just make sure you're not on the menu. Experts are...
Wisconsin Duck Hunter Under Investigation For Killing Wolf
Authorities are investigating a Wisconsin duck hunter for killing a wolf during a hunting trip. But the hunter is claiming self defense. Speaking with Cowboy State Daily, Chase Melton said that he would never intentionally kill a wolf. Instead, he said he feared for his life and the lives of two other young duck hunters. A pack of wolves surrounded them during a hunting trip. So, he killed one that charged them.
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