Daily Top News: Animal Deaths Prompt Zoo Investigation in Costa Rica, The Paris Olympics Go Plant-Based, Meteorologist Condemns DeSantis Over Climate Change Law, and More!

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. Shelter Dog Reacts to Being Told She’d Be Prettier if She Smiled

Evalin, a shelter dog living at the Humane Society in Tampa Bay, became an internet sensation after a quirky photo shoot she did with Adam Goldberg, a pet photographer who runs AGoldPhoto Pet Photography in Tampa, Florida. The photo shoot was part of Goldberg’s Second Shot Adoption Photo Program, which was designed to increase adoption rates by capturing endearing images of shelter animals and, therefore, melting the hearts of would-be adopters.

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2. Fosterer Has Message for Adopter Who Returned Dog Within 48 Hours ‘For Biting’

It’s unfortunate for animal rescue organizations that owners surrender their pets, often due to problem behaviors and health issues. The ASCPA reports that these factors account for 47 percent of re-homed dogs and 42 percent of re-homed cats. Being surrendered recently became a reality for a shelter dog named Burrito, having been adopted and then returned within 48 hours for alleged misbehavior.

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3. Grizzly Bear Attack Prompts Mountain Closure

In Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming a grizzly bear attacked and injured a man, prompting the closure of Signal Mountain to the public. This incident was one of at least two serious animal attacks on people in the US wilderness on Sunday, May 19.

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4. Tattoo Artists and WWF Team Up in Denmark to Highlight Endangered Species

A surge in wildlife-themed tattoos is part of a collaborative effort between numerous Danish tattoo artists and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to raise awareness about endangered species. The campaign, which started last Monday and runs until Friday the 24th, directs profits from these specific tattoos towards WWF’s Conservation projects.

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5. Animal Deaths Prompt Zoo Investigation in Costa Rica

The National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) has reported the unfortunate deaths of seven animals following their transfer from the recently closed Simon Bolivar Zoo. This transfer, part of the “Atardecer” operation, saw over 180 animals relocated.

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6. North Carolina to Pay $885000 to Animal rights Groups Over Undercover Video Lawsuit

North Carolina has reached a significant financial settlement after an eight-year legal battle to defend its law banning undercover filming inside factory farms. The state’s Democratic attorney general had unsuccessfully petitioned the Supreme Court to uphold the law, which prohibited employees from recording undercover video at work.

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7. The Paris Olympics are Shining a Light on Plant-Based Food

France, a country synonymous with food excellence, has long been celebrated for its rich, diverse cuisine. However, for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet, the options have historically been limited. The upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics is set to challenge this tradition by introducing a predominantly plant-based menu.

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8. GEDI Laser Resumes Climate change Mission in Space

The Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) laser, a crucial tool in the fight against Climate change, is set to resume its mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This advanced laser system creates detailed three-dimensional maps of Earth’s forests, providing essential data on carbon storage and potential emissions from deforestation.

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9. Florida Meteorologist Condemns DeSantis Over Climate change Law

In a bold move, TV meteorologist Steve MacLaughlin from Miami’s WTVJ criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent legislative actions, which include the so-called “don’t say Climate change” law. MacLaughlin spoke out during a broadcast on Saturday, highlighting the urgency of addressing Climate change amid Florida’s escalating environmental crises.

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10. EPA Allocates $300M to Revitalize Former Industrial Sites Across the US

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a substantial $300 million funding package aimed at cleaning up and redeveloping 200 former industrial sites across the nation. This initiative, part of the Biden administration’s Justice40 program, underscores the commitment to revitalizing disadvantaged communities impacted by environmental contamination.

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