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North Carolina Zoo Plans Asia Exhibit Opening in 2027Environment — 2dThe North Carolina Zoo’s 12.5-acre Asia expansion is set to open March 1, 2027, marking its first major development in more than 30 years. It will add nearly 50 species, including endangered animals, alongside new habitats and botanical features.

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Meme claims Atlanta Zoo pandas are Eric Swalwell and Fang Fang in disguise — 5dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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US Wildlife Sites Welcome VisitorsLifestyle — 2dFamily-friendly wildlife outings range from Montpelier’s annual fall open house, with hayrides and nature activities, to close-up animal encounters at Georgia’s Hope Ranch Zoo. Other options include free-admission animal farms and sanctuaries in New York and Missouri’s Powder Valley nature center, which offers wildlife exhibits, trails and hands-on activities.

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Five Endangered Cheetah Cubs Thrive at Prague Zoo — Sep 25, 2026Five cheetah cubs born June 18 at Prague Zoo looked lively and healthy on Sept. 25 after birth-time storms and mother Daenerys’s August intestinal infection.

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Priya Raman The zoo staff clearly knew what they were doing once the infection hit. Hope the cubs stay healthy now that the worst is over.

Bangkok Pet Fair Expects 12,500 Trade VisitorsLifestyle — 3dPet-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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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.

Edinburgh Zoo Red Panda Bruce Has Tooth Removed, Returns Healthy — Sep 24, 2026Edinburgh Zoo’s 11-year-old red panda, Bruce, was anesthetized after keepers noticed he had stopped eating; veterinarians removed a troublesome tooth, found him otherwise healthy and returned him to his habitat.

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Sam Okafor Zoo did right spotting he quit eating, shows they watch these animals close.

Two Giant Pandas Arrive in Atlanta as China Goodwill Gesture — Sep 27, 2026Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived Sunday in Atlanta on a FedEx Boeing 777 for a 10-year Zoo Atlanta stay after Xi called them messengers of friendship.

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Sam Okafor This arrival feels like one small bright spot in US-China ties, even if bigger issues stay unresolved for now.

China keeps ownership as loaned pandas head to Atlanta — Sep 26, 2026Xi announces two giant pandas for Zoo Atlanta within days under a 10-year lease. Beijing retains title, a fact the 1972 crowds never faced and visitors still rarely see.

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Maya Lindstrom It's good Atlanta gets the pandas, but China holding title the whole time shows it's still their property.

China to Send Pandas to Atlanta Within Days — Sep 24, 2026Xi Jinping said two pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, will arrive at Zoo Atlanta within days, calling them a symbol of friendship during his White House visit with Trump.

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Rachel Meyers Pandas as a friendship symbol fits after the Xi and Trump meeting, though I wonder how long the goodwill will last.

Interactive Maps Help Time 2026 U.S. Foliage Trips — Sep 19, 2026Travelers can elevate fall foliage experiences with elevated viewpoints—from hot-air-balloon rides to observing leaf colors from historic fire towers—while families can enjoy farm-based fall activities like pumpkins, corn mazes, and petting zoos. On the planning side, a 2026 Fall Foliage Map and state forestry resources with webcams help cue when and where colors peak, enabling timely, flexible trips across the country.

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Romania Vet Vans Perform Nearly 40,000 SterilizationsHealth — Sep 17, 2026Fiji's Labasa show offers free desexing, microchipping, and flea/tick treatment to curb stray dogs and promote responsible pet ownership, while also sharing zoonotic-disease awareness for livestock. In Romania, Tierhilfe Hoffnung runs mobile vet units that sterilize dogs for free as an alternative to culling, with about 40,000 sterilizations this year and a broader plan to vaccinate, register, and sterilize to reduce a large stray population amid ongoing debate over euthanasia.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Viral meme shows Trump on G7 Zoom call during blackout — 4dMeme Wars: trending on the Left today.

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Kalamazoo Promise Plans HBCU Tuition Coverage in 2027Lifestyle — 1dThe Kalamazoo Promise will begin covering tuition and mandatory fees at accredited four-year HBCUs nationwide in fall 2027, expanding scholarship options for eligible Kalamazoo Public Schools graduates beyond Michigan for the first time. Program leaders say the change lets students pursue financial support while choosing campuses where they feel a sense of belonging and cultural connection.

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Kalamazoo Broadcaster Lori Moore Dies at 67Entertainment — 4dKalamazoo broadcaster, performer and community organizer Lori Moore has died of cancer at 67. A longtime WKMI and WKZO host who later presented a WWMT community affairs show, she was also celebrated for mentoring young broadcasters, raising money for local causes and helping create the city’s Do-Dah Parade.

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UCLA, Missouri fall in four college volleyball matches — 5dSaint Mary’s edged Kalamazoo in five sets, while Little Rock swept UT Arlington and Michigan State swept UCLA. Ole Miss defeated Missouri 3-1, overcoming the Tigers’ third-set win to close out the match.

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Rachel Meyers Little Rock's sweep of UT Arlington stands out as the most one-sided result in these matches.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Wisconsin Confirms First Cattle EHD Case Since 2013 — Sep 29, 2026Wisconsin confirmed epizootic hemorrhagic disease in cattle in Waukesha County, the state’s first cattle detection since 2013, amid an outbreak affecting deer in several counties. Cattle infections are usually mild or symptomless; the virus spreads through biting midges, cases typically decline after a hard frost, and officials say it poses no risk to people.

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Zoo Claims Animals Are Getting COVID Vaccines of Their Own Free Will: 'These Are Voluntary Inoculations'Reporting — Apr 24, 2022Claiming that its animals have a choice in the matter, the Toronto Zoo has begun vaccinating animals against COVID-19. The zoo is using Zoetis, which is a coronavirus vaccine made for animals, according to Canadian TV…

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Baby Turtle Hatches at Zoo Giving Extinct Species HopeReporting — Oct 11, 2023A baby McCord’s box turtle was hatched at the Sedgwick County Zoo in Kansas, giving the species hope after going extinct in the wild. 📺 Embedded media — coming soon The zoo made the announcement on Facebook over the…

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Ohio Zoo Welcomes 'Miracle Baby' Giraffe After Devastating LossReporting — Sep 15, 2022The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell, Ohio, is celebrating the much-anticipated arrival of a Masai giraffe calf born on Aug. 31. The zoo is invested in the care and breeding of this endangered species but suffered a…

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Panda Conservation Projects Backfiring After American Zoos Dished Out Millions To China — Nov 29, 2024American zoos have dished out millions to China for panda conservation projects, but the money has instead largely been spent developing China’s economy, according to The New York Times. U.S. zoos have sent tens of…

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UK Zoo On High Alert As World’s Largest Rodent Escapes: Public Warned Against Approaching Capybara‌ ‌ — Sep 20, 2024The Capybara. HOO ZOO AND DINOSAUR WORLD VIA SWNS. “> A capybara—the world’s largest rodent — is on the loose after escaping from a UK zoo. The public is urged not to approach it. Cinnamon, the capybara, has…

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Unexpected Visitor: Wild Black Bear Sneaks Into Zoo, Says Hello to Residents — Oct 24, 2025Visitors at Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka, California, got an unusual surprise when a wild American black bear decided to take itself on a private tour of the zoo grounds. According to People , in a post shared on…

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Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell Celebrate Daughter’s First Birthday, Zoo Hosts Special DayReporting — Mar 25, 2022Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell’s daughter has just reached a milestone. Grace Warrior just turned one, and the Australia Zoo hosted a special day to celebrate her. Festivities at the zoo included a crocodile feeding at…

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Baby Wallaby Goes Missing Overnight from Detroit Zoo: 'Very Shocking for All of Us'Reporting — May 10, 2022On Friday, the Detroit Zoo was happy to share some adorable news with its followers on Facebook. “There’s a new bundle of joy at the Detroit Zoo!” the post began. “We’re so excited to share that 4-year-old red-necked…

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