Daily Top News: Dog’s Recovery from Crushed Spine, Investigation Exposes Cruelty on Pigs Farms, Mountains Collapsing Because of Climate Change, 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. Video of 13-Year-Old Surrendered Dog is Heartbreaking

Magic is a 13-year-old dog who was surrendered after her owner passed away. As soon as Dog Tales Rescue received the pup, it was clear she needed immediate and extensive veterinary care. A video shared to the @dogtalesrescue TikTok asks viewers to Donate to Magic’s care if they are able or submit an application if they are interested in adopting her once she is well.

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2. Miss. Marple Never Gave Up Despite Crushed Spine, See Her Amazing Journey

When rescuers found Miss. Marple, the street dog’s spine had been crushed in an accident. She managed to survive and found a shack to take shelter in. A kind local man had been feeding her and alerted rescuers to her whereabouts. However, the brave pup was in a lot of pain and covered in fleas. Luckily, volunteers found Miss. Marple and were able to get her veterinary treatment.  After her original vet treatment, Miss Marple found a forever home with a human who worked with her and helped rehabilitate her from her spinal injury. Although Miss. Marple can’t walk, she gets around pretty handily these days in her pink wheelchair!

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3. Golden Retriever Ditches Human for “New People”

A video shared to TikTok account @sunnyboyfloyd shows the lengths the Golden Retriever was willing to go to for some shade at the beach. According to Floyd’s human, they were only going to the Coronado Dog Beach for a short time in 71-degree weather, so they did not bring their umbrella. However, Floyd found this unacceptable. He quickly took matters into his own paws. 

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4. Horrific Cruelty to Pigs Exposed in Report

The factory farming system is corrupt, cruel, and wildly inhumane. Despite this, many people continue to consume meat and other animal products that are produced by these horrible systems. A report released by Animal rights organization, Mercy For Animals, on August 5 reveals the unbelievable cruelty that takes place on pig farms.

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5. The Dark Side of Animal Rescue Videos

The internet has become a double-edged sword, offering both information and entertainment. Among the countless content categories, animal rescue videos have garnered substantial attention, evoking feelings of empathy and hope. However, a sinister trend has emerged within this genre that threatens not only the well-being of innocent animals but also the integrity of online content creation.

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6. Using Leftover COVID-19 Drugs to Combat Feline Coronavirus Outbreak in Cyprus

A feline coronavirus outbreak has been sweeping across the southeastern European island of Cyprus, and government officials have taken a novel approach to mitigate the crisis. To curb the alarming spread of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), which has claimed the lives of thousands of cats, the Cypriot government has turned to a surprising solution: administering leftover human COVID-19 drugs to afflicted felines.

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7. Arsenic Contamination Raises Cancer Risk, Say Scientists

Arsenic is an element that is naturally occurring in nature. It is commonly used in pesticides and manufacturing processes, including in the process of making cement. Despite being a naturally occurring element, overexposure can cause a host of negative health effects in humans. These include high blood pressure, weakened immune systems, heart disease, and the formation of cancer cells. Unfortunately, arsenic can be found in groundwater throughout much of the United States. Increased concentrations in groundwater can lead to the dangerous element contaminating drinking wells. 

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8. An Area the Size of Greenland Disappears in the Antarctic

Winter sea ice in the Antarctic has reached historic low, puzzling scientists as an ice area equivalent to Greenland’s size is missing. This startling phenomenon has put researchers on alert, prompting a deeper look into what’s happening in the frosty Antarctic region.

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9. Paris’ Seine River Swimming World Cup Event Canceled Due to Poor Water Quality

Paris‘ well-known River Seine faced a setback this past weekend, leading to the cancellation of the Open Water Swimming World Cup event planned as a test for next year’s Summer Olympics. The reason? The water quality was found to be below the required standards for safeguarding swimmers’ health.

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10. Scientists Warn That Mountains are Crumbling Due to Climate change

Mountains, the majestic giants of nature, are facing an unprecedented threat. On June 11th, Mt. Fluchthorn’s tallest peak, situated on the Swiss-Austrian border, fell apart. The collapse sent 3.5 million cubic feet of rock into the valley below, enough to fill 40 Olympic swimming pools.

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