• Humane Society Offering Adoption Special For Long Stay Dogs

    The Chautauqua County Humane Society is offering an adoption special for long stay dogs. The special takes a percentage off the normal fee based on the length of the dog’s stay at the society. Fundraising and Communications Director Brian Papalia said, “We have so many wonderful dogs waiting to meet their adoptive family. In one […]

  • New blow for Commonwealth Games as Malaysia rejects offer to host in 2026

    Lack of time to prepare deters Malaysia from hostingDecision raises possibility that Games may not take placeMalaysia has rejected an offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games because of uncertainty over costs and insufficient funding being offered, its government said on Friday, in a major setback for the quadrennial multisport event.Malaysia was asked to step in after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as host, citing ballooning costs, with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF)...

  • Radio host flabbergasted by Karine Jean-Pierre dust-up: 'I'm surprised she was so offended'

    A Charlotte radio host who interviewed White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Tuesday and saw the discussion grind to a halt after a question about President Biden's mental capacity told Fox News he was shocked at her response. Mark Garrison, news director for WBT, said Wednesday that the White House reached out to inquire about an interview in advance of Biden's visit to Raleigh this week.  Former President Trump narrowly defeated Biden in the Tar Heel State in 2020, and it last...

  • University offers a host of professional apprenticeships to help employers, thanks to apprenticeship levy

    Now is the perfect time to discover more about this fantastic route into learning and start the process of enrolling for one of the degree apprenticeships at Leeds Trinity University. National World, the publishing company behind the Yorkshire Evening Post, is hosting the highly acclaimed West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards. And again this year Leeds Trinity University is one of the sponsors for the event which will see hundreds of attendees, including apprentices, training providers, and...

  • Hillsborough County hosting 'Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans and War Dogs' remembrance ceremony

    The event happens Thursday at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park & Museum.

  • Panhandle Community Services hosts poverty simulation event to offer perspective, promote support

    Panhandle Community Services announced that it will host a poverty simulation event on Tuesday at the Amarillo Area Foundation, using the immersive event to spread awareness and perspective to encourage community support for those experiencing poverty.

  • 2026 Commonwealth Games at renewed risk of cancellation as Malaysia reject £100m offer to take over as hosts

    Malaysia were offered £100m to host the Commonwealth Games in 2026. Australian state of Victoria withdrew as hosts last year due to spiralling costs. If new host cannot be found, games will be cancelled for first time since WWII

  • Fox News host mocked for lamenting lack of billionaires offering to help Trump post bond

    Donald Trump is appealing the $454 million civil judgement that was leveled against him after he was found liable in New York for financial fraud, but must pay a bond of the same amount while his appeal is still being considered. But according to his attorneys, none of the 30 entities they reached out to would serve as an underwriter for the bond. Now, New York Attorney General Letitia James is threatening to seize Trump's assets if the bond is not posted by this Monday, prompting right-wing...

  • Dog people: I am a 21st century dog

    Everyone who is thinking of getting dogs should read this because they need to understand this reality: I am a 21st century dog I’m a Malinois Overskilled among dogs, I excel in all disciplines, and I’m always ready to work. I NEED to work. But nowadays I get asked to chill on the couch all […]

  • "DNA My Dog" misidentifies humans as dogs

    One woman is a bulldog, and the other is an Alaskan Malamute, says DNA My Dog of Human samples. CBS News reports that a dog DNA testing lab is offering up some odd results. While other services do not find enough doggie DNA to compose a report, one service found enough dog DNA in two different women to declare their breed. — Read the rest

  • Traveling With Your Psychiatric Service Dog: How to Fly With a Dog

    Traveling can be rewarding, but flying with a dog presents unique complexities for those relying on emotional support animals (ESAs) due to emotional or mental challenges. Many airlines do not […]

  • Real dog fooled by lookalike dog marionette puppet

    Is the dog in this video experiencing an uncanny valley moment — that unsettling feeling when something appears almost, but not quite, real? Watch the dog's reactions as a talented street performer operates a life-size marionette puppet of a dog. The real dog, which bears an uncanny resemblance to the puppet, becomes extremely excited and engaged with its fabric and wood counterpart. — Read the rest