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Tiger Kills Man Who Entered Big Cat Enclosure at English Wildlife Park3 sources — 1d

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Cats Await Adoption Across Four CommunitiesLifestyle — 3dShelters in Schaumburg, Maryville, Greeley and Canfield are seeking homes for cats and kittens, with options ranging from energetic youngsters to calmer adult companions. Some animals need particular placements, including bonded kittens that should be adopted together and a working cat suited to outdoor life.

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Three arrested over severed cat tail in Hull — 4dThree people were arrested after Max the cat's severed tail was posted through his owners' letterbox in Hull; his remains were found in nearby woods.

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Firefighters Rescue Eight Pets Across Three House FiresWorld — 1dFirefighters rescued six pets—three dogs and three cats—from a Phoenix house fire; all three residents escaped, though they were displaced. Separate house fires in Bedford County, Virginia, and Allegheny Township, Pennsylvania, also prompted crews to rescue dogs, including one unconscious dog who was revived.

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26 Cats Found Sealed in Birmingham Alley BoxesHealth — 5dTwenty-six cats and kittens were found in sealed boxes and carriers in a Birmingham alley, with some struggling to breathe and all underweight and heavily flea-infested. Two are receiving veterinary treatment while the others recover in RSPCA care; investigators are reviewing CCTV as the charity reports a sharp rise in mass cat rescues.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Instagram apologizes for Creed “Higher” recommendation glitchEntertainment — 4dInstagram told CNN Creed's 1999 hit "Higher" was recommended to more Stories than intended after weeks of users seeing it on posts of cats and dinner plates.

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“As every cat owner knows, nobody owns a cat.” — Ellen Perry Berkeley, Writer — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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“I believe cats to be spirits come to earth. A cat, I am sure, could walk on a cloud without coming through.” — Jules Verne, Author, 1828–1905 — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Study finds lead in 99% cat foods testedHealth — Oct 2, 2026Clean Label Project found lead in 99% of 100 cat foods from 62 brands tested, with cadmium in 96% and arsenic in 94%, per its Oct. 2, 2026 report.

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Nicole Hardy Companies should face real fines and recalls instead of letting these contaminants stay in almost all the foods we buy.

“There are no ordinary cats.” — Colette, Author, 1873–1954 — Oct 2, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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“A cat has absolute emotional honesty: human beings, for one reason or another, may hide their feelings, but a cat does not.” — Ernest Hemingway, Author, 1899–1961 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

“If man could be crossed with the cat it would improve man, but it would deteriorate the cat.” — Mark Twain, Notebook, 1894 — Sep 29, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Trooper, Firefighters Rescue Three From Minneapolis FireWorld — 4dA Minnesota state trooper entered a burning Minneapolis home early Thursday and helped two residents escape before firefighters rescued a third resident and a cat. Two residents were hospitalized in stable condition and one in critical condition; the trooper was checked for possible smoke inhalation, and the home was deemed uninhabitable as the fire’s cause remains under investigation.

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“I wish I could write as mysterious as a cat.” — Edgar Allan Poe, Author, 1809–1849 — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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“How you behave toward cats here below determines your status in Heaven.” — Robert A. Heinlein, Author, 1907–1988 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

“In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.” — Terry Pratchett, Author, 1948–2015 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Dana Whitfield My cat struts around like she still expects offerings from the humans in the house.

“When a man loves cats, I am his friend and comrade, without further introduction.” — Mark Twain, Author, 1835–1910 — Sep 29, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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“I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.” — Jean Cocteau, Poet and filmmaker, 1889–1963 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Four Utah Deaths Linked to Illegal Kratom CompoundsHealth — Oct 5, 2026Utah officials renewed warnings after four deaths were linked to products misleadingly labeled as “cat’s claw” or kratom-free but containing potent synthetic kratom opioids, including MGPI and MGM-15. The illegal products may still be sold at smoke shops, gas stations and online, and officials urge consumers not to use them.

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Scientists Identify First New Cat Species in Century — Sep 17, 2026Genetic analysis across South America identifies Leopardus tilcayo, a small Tilcayo tiger cat from Bolivia, as a distinct new species—the first to be named in about a century—and notes a broader reclassification that recognizes five tiger-cat species in the region, including a subspecies of L. tigrinus called antisuyo. The findings underscore biodiversity in the tiger-cat group amid conservation concerns and clarify the long-contested cat family tree.

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Tom Gallagher The split into five tiger-cat species should help target conservation better, but it also shows how fragile these small populations really are.

Bangkok Pet Fair Expects 12,500 Trade VisitorsLifestyle — Oct 5, 2026Pet-focused events range from Nashville’s Fur Ball fundraiser supporting low-cost services and stray-cat care to a dog-friendly zoo walk, an international Southeast Asian trade fair, and an Onalaska expo featuring pet first-aid and CPR guidance. The events serve different audiences, from local pet owners and animal-welfare supporters to industry professionals.

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Long Island Cat Rescued After Five Days Trapped — Sep 24, 2026John DeBacker freed Lola after five days trapped upside down behind a wall in Franklin Square, Long Island, with no food or water.

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Tom Gallagher Five days trapped upside down is rough on any animal. They should check for other gaps in the house so this doesn't happen again.

Wood Defends Bitcoin After $40M ARK ETF Sale — Sep 19, 2026Days after ARK sold roughly $40 million in spot Bitcoin ETF shares, Cathie Wood told Jason Calacanis Bitcoin "is not a dead cat" and "has many lives ahead."

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Priya Raman The forty million dollar sale might just be routine rebalancing and does not change the long term case for holding.

Emma Slater Reveals Toenail Injury During DWTS Rehearsal — Sep 18, 2026Emma Slater peeled off her real big toenail on Instagram after it flip-flopped like a cat door in DWTS Season 35 rehearsals, warning squeamish fans not to watch.

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Sam Okafor The low opening score makes sense with an injury like this, but it's good she's pushing through with help from her friends on the show.