South Africa Bans Leopard Hunting For 2016
South Africa has banned leopard hunting, saying they don't know the size of the leopard population and therefore hunting would be irresponsible.

Rebellious bear that escaped enclosure twice is getting a new home
An Andean bear named Ben is being relocated from the St. Louis Zoo to the Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville, Texas.

Pandemic spurs 'Fear Free' veterinary movement to put pets at ease
Scripps News highlights the first and only comprehensive pain prevention and management practice for companion animals, run by Dr. Robin Downing.

A furry friend has the best chance of saving lives in avalanches
Avalanche dogs can search acres of terrain in a fraction of the time humans can. Frank, a black lab in Snowbird, Utah, shows us how.
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White powder found in parcel addressed to Manhattan DA's office
Police say a package with white powder was located in the mail room for the building that includes Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's office.

20-year-old founder of 'major hacking forum' arrested
A 20-year-old was arrested for operating a online forum where hacked personal information was allegedly being sold.

Rwanda says Rusesabagina of 'Hotel Rwanda' fame to be freed
Paul Rusesabagina has asserted that his 2020 arrest was in response to his criticism of President Paul Kagame over alleged human rights abuses.