Every day, One Green Planet brings you today’s top news. For those who don’t have a lot of time to look through the news each day, this will be a great resource and an easy way to catch up!
Here you’ll find different categories of news and links to each article published! Enjoy!
1. Watch This Service Dog Reunite with Favorite Disney Character on Cruise!
A heartwarming video capturing the pure joy of a service dog greeting a beloved Disney character has taken the internet by storm, spreading smiles across social media platforms, particularly on TikTok. The clip, which has amassed a staggering 1.3 million views since its posting, portrays a touching moment between Forest, a 5-year-old golden retriever service dog, and Pluto aboard the Disney Wish vessel during a journey with the Disney Cruise Line in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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2. Watch This Great Dane Dad See Puppies for the First Time
A Great Dane captured the internet’s affection as he stopped by to check on his puppies, leaving viewers awestruck by the gentle giant’s tender demeanor. Shared by John and Mandy Weslow on February 25 under the handle @weslow2_crazy_dane_mama, the endearing video showcases the father Dane delicately inspecting and sniffing his babies. However, it wasn’t long before the matriarch of the litter, the mother Dane, asserted her authority in the childcare duties.
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3. Viral Video Shows Dog’s Hilarious Reaction to Losing His Favorite Toy
Michelle Baeza, a business owner from Chicago, sparked a wave of laughter across Instagram when she shared a video of her dog, Buddy, expressing betrayal. The video captured Buddy gleefully removing all the fluff from his toy, only for Baeza to take it away, leaving him with an exaggerated expression of indignation.
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4. Largest Animal Neglect Case Being Investigated in Hollister, CA
In what has been described as the most extensive case of animal neglect in Hollister, San Benito County, authorities have provided a grim update on the distressing situation. Alyssa Bautista, the Animal Care & Services Supervisor of the Hollister Police Department, expressed her shock at the scale of the cruelty witnessed, marking it as the largest case she’s encountered throughout her career.
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5. Why Crocodile Bites are Rare at Everglades National Park, According to an Expert
Everglades National Park is often revered for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems. However, a recent incident involving a crocodile bite has brought attention to the potential risks lurking within its waters. On a seemingly routine Sunday, a 68-year-old man found himself in a harrowing situation when a crocodile bit him in the leg at the Flamingo Marina basin. Reports indicated that his sailboat had capsized, prompting him to swim ashore with his vessel. It was during this endeavor that he encountered the unexpected, resulting in a cut requiring hospitalization.
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6. Disturbing Trend Emerges as Children Use Catapults to Torture Animals on WhatsApp
A shocking trend has emerged in the UK, where children, some as young as primary school age, are using handheld catapults, or slingshots, to torture and kill animals. Reports reveal that these youngsters are part of a widespread network on WhatsApp, where they share footage and photos of their gruesome acts.
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7. Mellody Releases Plant-Based Hot Honey
Mellody, the innovative consumer brand under MeliBio, has set the culinary world abuzz once again with its latest launch: Spicy Habanero Plant-based Hot Honey. This fiery variant marks a groundbreaking step in the plant-based honey market, claiming to be the first-ever vegan hot honey available.
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8. Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund Invests $60 Million to Enhance Alternative Meats
Lauren Sánchez, Vice Chair of the Bezos Earth Fund and fiancée of Jeff Bezos, announced a substantial investment of $60 million dedicated to enhancing alternative meats. This allocation from Bezos’ philanthropic fund is part of a larger $1 billion commitment aimed at transforming the way we produce and consume food.
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9. Tennis Player Hubert Hurkacz Makes History as a Vegan in ATP’s Top 10
Polish tennis player Hubert Hurkacz has not only served aces on the court but has also sparked curiosity off the court with his choice of a vegan diet. Transitioning to plant-based nutrition in early 2020, Hurkacz’s journey from inspiration to implementation has been nothing short of inspiring.
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10. New ‘Soil For Climate Action’ Campaign Launched by Save Soil Movement
In the wake of escalating concerns over the deteriorating condition of global soil health, the Save Soil movement has embarked on a new initiative called ‘Soil For Climate Action’. This campaign seeks to express the pivotal role that healthy soil plays in combating climate change, emphasizing its capacity to sequester carbon and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.
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