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. Viral Instagram Video Reveals the Power of Love for Rescued Dog
A recent video shared by Niall Harbison, the founder of Happy Doggo, has captured the hearts of nearly a million viewers worldwide. The clip features Koda, a once-desolate street dog, whose remarkable journey from despair to delight has become a beacon of hope for animal lovers everywhere.
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2. Coyote Rescued After Being Found with a Bucket Stuck on His Head
The San Diego Humane Society‘s Ramona Wildlife Center has become the temporary refuge for a coyote in need. The animal was discovered in a flooded field littered with debris, his head trapped in a bucket, in the Tijuana River Valley on January 22, 2024.
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3. Sweet Dog Refuses to Leave Human After Panic Attack
A sweet dog named Yogi is melting hearts after a viral video posted to the TikTok account @yogibearthebullchow showed him refusing to leave his human’s side. The large dog may look intimidating, but he is just a “big softie” according to his person.
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4. Elderly Woman Faces 55 Animal Cruelty Charges in Connecticut
Last week, in Deep River, Connecticut, 78-year-old Jean Jameson faced a staggering 55 counts of animal cruelty. Connecticut State Police, alongside Tri-Town Regional Animal Control, intervened, seizing numerous animals from her property, which authorities described as “unsanitary.” The distressing situation has garnered attention and prompted community response amid concerns for both the animals and the elderly couple residing there.
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5. Highland Monkey Escapee Keeps Wildlife Park on Edge
The Highlands of Scotland have become a game of hide-and-seek involving an escaped Japanese macaque from a local wildlife park. The monkey, whose bid for freedom has captured the attention of both locals and authorities, has embarked on an adventure that has left many intrigued and amused.
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6. Livestock Carrier Stranded with 16,000 Animals
The plight of thousands of sheep and cattle trapped onboard the Bahijah, a livestock carrier stranded off the coast of Australia, has escalated into a crisis with biosecurity concerns. What began as a routine voyage turned into a saga of distress for both the animals and the authorities involved.
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7. One-third of French Bottled Water Brands Caught Breaking Purification Rules
In a startling revelation that’s rippling across France, almost a third of the country’s bottled water brands have been caught using purification methods that are strictly off-limits for mineral water. This eye-opening news, highlighted in a recent government probe and reported by Le Monde and Radio France, is sending shockwaves through the industry and among consumers alike.
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8. Louisiana Town Relocates Residents to Beat Climate change
In the face of relentless climate change, the small Louisiana town of Isle de Jean Charles has taken a dramatic step to ensure its survival. This town, nestled within Louisiana’s vulnerable coastlines, has made the bold move to relocate its residents to safer ground, setting a precedent for many more U.S. towns teetering on the brink of climate-linked disasters.
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9. Colombia’s Unexpected Wildfire Crisis
Colombia, a country typically drenched in rainfall, is currently facing a startling environmental crisis. Straying far from its usual climate, the nation is now combatting an unprecedented wave of wildfires, marking a dramatic shift from its familiar downpours and mudslides.
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10. Colorado’s River Rerouting Plan Sparks Environmental Lawsuit Against $2 Billion Project
In a bold move to protect Colorado’s natural resources, the environmental group Save the Poudre has filed a lawsuit against a massive $2 billion project aimed at redirecting river water to burgeoning northern communities. This legal action, lodged in a Denver federal court, challenges the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ decision to permit Northern Water’s ambitious Northern Integrated Supply Project.
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