Daily Top News: Horses Forced to Work in Extreme Heat in NYC, Innovative Desalination Solution, Novak Djokovic’s Plant-Based Diet, 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. Senior Dog Breaks Hearts with Self-Soothing Behavior

Snoopy is a special needs, senior dog who has been living at the Benton-Franklin Humane Society in Kennewick, Washington for over 650 days. That’s nearly two years this sweet boy has been waiting for a forever home. Recently, a volunteer named Julie Saraceno posted a video of Snoopy to TikTok showing his self-soothing behavior. To calm himself in the stressful shelter environment, Snoopy likes to suck on his blanket and toys.

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2. Viral Video of Cat Watching TV Has the Internet Obsessed

A black cat has become an internet sensation after a video of him watching a wildlife program on television went viral on social media. The cat, who was caught glued to the screen, has joined the ranks of avid wildlife documentary fans, captivating online audiences and leaving them in hysterics.

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3. Orca Freed from Crab Pot Entanglement off Saratoga Passage

An orca, identified as T65A5, was successfully freed from entanglement in a crab pot near Saratoga Passage, Washington. The incident unfolded on Wednesday morning, July 5th, when reports of the entangled whale reached NOAA Fisheries West Coast, who promptly launched a response operation.

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4. Neglected Dog Seized After Being Found Covered in Mats

An 11-year-old Maltese Shitzu mix named Emma was seized from her owner in Western Australia after being neglected for at least six months. The neglected dog was found covered in mats, which RSPCA Western Australia inspectors stated were causing her pain. Despite being previously instructed to get Emma groomed, the owner did not do so. This caused Emma to develop a severely matted coat that had prickly plant seeds embedded in it. Photos taken at the time of her rescue show the seeds entangled in her fur.

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5. Animal Cruelty Caught in NYC As Horses Forced to Work in Extreme Heat

NYCLASS captured footage of horse carriages in poor conditions on Wednesday, July 5th. The tweet, shared by the animal rights organization shed light on issues that animals are facing in the city. That day, NYC’s Department of Health ordered the suspension of horse-drawn carriages due to extreme heat and poor air quality. But, that did not stop owners from continuing rides with no consequences long after the rules were made clear. Under New York State law, the horses cannot be forced to work in that heat index.

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6. Couple Banned From Keeping Dogs for 10 Years

Emaciated dogs were found in a Blackpool, U.K. home on December 15, 2022, after a noise complaint and concerns were shared regarding the dogs’ wellbeing. Now, the owners are banned from keeping any animals for the next decade. The six Jack Russel Terriers, named Jack, Sasha, Angel, Coraline, Junior, and Jazz, were found in incredibly poor conditions in their home, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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7. Novak Djokovic’s Pursuit of Wimbledon Glory Fueled by Plant-Based Diet

Novak Djokovic, world-renowned Serbian tennis player, is on the cusp of making history at Wimbledon. Currently, he is determined to match Roger Federer’s record of eight Wimbledon titles, and his secret weapon extends beyond his skill and determination on the court. Djokovic attributes a significant portion of his success to his plant-based diet, which he adopted several years ago. Since 2017, Djokovic has been undefeated at the All-England Club, clinching four consecutive men’s singles titles. His dietary choices have been a cornerstone of his record-breaking accomplishments, playing a vital role in elevating his performance levels.

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8. Innovative Solution in Desalination That Makes Seawater Drinkable

The challenging task of transforming seawater into drinkable water has long been an uphill battle. Traditional desalination processes are energy-intensive and environmentally problematic. Yet, a company named Oneka Technologies is now championing an innovative, eco-friendly approach to this issue.

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9. Students Invent a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Eats Up Carbon

In the fight against air Pollution, a team of college students from the Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands has developed a unique weapon: a solar-powered car that cleans the air as it drives.

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10. Poisonous Foam Found on Tiete River in Brazil

Far from being an enchanting snow-like spectacle, the Tiete River in Brazil has been transformed into a floating bed of toxic foam. The once thriving waterway has been contaminated by untreated detergent runoff and chemical residues, leading to an escalating environmental crisis.

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