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- 1Hawaii and Mexico brace as Hurricanes Nolo and Polo churn▼Hawaii, Mexico brace as Hurricane Nolo and powerful Cat 4 Polo churn
Two Pacific storms are threatening land simultaneously. Hurricane Nolo is taking aim at Hawaii, while Hurricane Polo, a powerful Category 4, is churning toward Mexico's Pacific coast. Officials in both regions are monitoring the storms' tracks and urging residents to prepare for possible heavy rain, high surf and strong winds as forecasts firm up.
- 2Hurricane Nolo strengthens, forecast to reach Category 3 by Sunday▼Hurricane Nolo strengthens. Expected to become Cat 3 Sunday
Hurricane Nolo has intensified in strength, with forecasters from The Weather Channel projecting it will reach Category 3 status by Sunday. The storm's strengthening track is drawing attention as residents in potentially affected areas monitor updates and prepare for possible impacts over the coming days.
- 3Bird flu spreads in Utah cattle amid US health agency cuts●Utah, where plenty of cow herds were infected with birdflu. The 🧠🪱 does nothing. The CDC is gutted. The USDA is lead by
Utah dairy herds have been hit by H5N1 bird flu, and critics say the US response is failing. Commenters argue the CDC has been weakened, the USDA is politically compromised, and federal inaction is letting the virus spread through cattle, mink, barn cats and mice, raising fears of a new pandemic spilling over to humans.
- 4Physicists Create Record-Breaking Quantum 'Schrödinger's Cat' State▼Physicists Created a Record-Breaking Schrödinger's Cat With Some of The Weirdest Atoms in Physics
Physicists report creating a record-breaking Schrödinger's cat state, putting unusually exotic atoms into a quantum superposition that pushes the size limit of known quantum behaviour. The achievement marks a new benchmark for how large and complex an object can be while remaining in two states at once, with implications for quantum computing and tests of quantum mechanics at larger scales.
- 5Hurricane Nolo's westward track could push it to Category 3▼Hurricane Nolo: Westward crawl may help it become Cat 3 storm
Hurricane Nolo is drifting westward, and forecasters at The Weather Channel report that this track may allow the storm to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane. People are tracking its path closely to see where it could head next and how intense it might become.
- 6Viral 'Cat in the Hat' trend prompts school warnings●What to know about the viral 'Cat in the Hat' trend prompting school warnings
A viral trend referencing the Dr. Seuss character the Cat in the Hat is circulating online and has prompted warnings to schools. Administrators are alerting parents and staff about the trend, which has spread widely on social media. Details about what the trend involves and any specific risks remain unclear, but schools are urging caution and awareness among students and families.
- 7Hurricane Nolo's westward shift could fuel Category 3 intensification●Hurricane Nolo: Westward move may help it become Cat 3 storm
Hurricane Nolo is tracking westward, and that change in course may allow the storm to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane. A westward path can carry a cyclone over more favourable waters and atmospheric conditions, supporting rapid intensification. Meteorologists are watching the storm's movement closely for updated track and intensity forecasts.
- 8House Democrat calls White House officials' 'Trump copy-cat' attitude 'childish'▼House Dem: WH officials' 'Trump copy-cat' attitude is 'childish' amid immigration crackdown scrutiny
A House Democrat criticized White House officials for what she described as a 'Trump copy-cat' attitude, calling it 'childish,' as the administration's immigration crackdown faces increased scrutiny. The remarks add to Democratic pressure over the enforcement measures, with the lawmaker framing officials' behavior as imitative posturing rather than serious governance.
- 9Russian Strike Kills 13 Animals at Odesa Shelter●Russian Strike Hits Odesa Animal Shelter, Killing 3 Dogs and 10 Cats
A Russian strike hit an animal shelter in Odesa, Ukraine, killing three dogs and ten cats. The incident adds to the mounting civilian toll of attacks on the port city, with animal welfare groups and commentators expressing outrage over the loss of shelter animals already displaced by war.
- 10New wild cat species discovered, more may follow●A new cat species was just discovered. Several more may follow
Researchers have described a new species of cat, according to a report by the conservation news outlet Mongabay, which says several additional cat species could be identified as further studies are completed. The finding suggests current classifications of wild cats may undercount true diversity. Details on where the animal was found and its traits have not been widely reported yet.
- 11Endangered wild cat threatened by SpaceX expansion in Texas▼An endangered wild cat faces a new threat: SpaceX’s expansion in Texas
Conservationists warn that SpaceX's growing operations in Boca Chica, Texas, could threaten the ocelot, an endangered wild cat found in the region. The company's expansion of launch activity and infrastructure near protected habitat is raising concerns that noise, traffic and land development could further endanger the species, which is already struggling to survive in the United States.
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Japanese casualwear retailer Shimamura is drawing attention with new Chiikawa items sold through its online store. Recent coverage highlights Christmas-themed products, including socks styled after the anime's cat character and toy cake cans with individually wrapped treats, plus 'magical Chiikawa' ramune drinks, a scepter-shaped item, room socks and desk calendars.
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AFL trade talk is turning on Geelong, with St Kilda confirming the departure of ruckman Rowan Marshall in a farewell message from the club. Fans of the Cats and the Saints are following the move as the trade period unfolds, speculating on what the deal means for both lists heading into next season.
- 14Man attacked by tiger after entering enclosure at English wildlife park●Man attacked by tiger in England after entering enclosure at wildlife park
A man was attacked by a tiger in England after entering the animal's enclosure at a wildlife park. Reports say he climbed into the enclosure, prompting an emergency response. His condition and further details about the incident have not been fully confirmed. The park has not said whether the tiger will be put down, and the story is drawing widespread attention.
- 15Flea-borne typhus outbreak under investigation in Los Angeles neighborhood▼Flea-borne typhus outbreak under investigation in Wilshire Center
Health officials are investigating a flea-borne typhus outbreak in the Wilshire Center area of Los Angeles. The bacterial illness, spread by fleas often carried by rats, cats and opossums, can cause fever, headache and rash. Local news coverage has raised awareness among residents, who are being advised to use flea control on pets and reduce rodent activity around homes.
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Users are sharing poorly drawn cats alongside cricket references in a small social media exchange. A single post tagged 'poorlydrawncats' and 'cricket' has drawn a handful of likes, suggesting a light, humorous trend mixing doodled animals with talk about the sport. Little verifiable detail is available beyond the tags themselves.
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Cats are making headlines in Italy for two contrasting reasons. In Genoa, animal welfare group Enpa rescued a tiny injured kitten cared for by its wildlife centre. Meanwhile in Valsamoggia, near Bologna, dozens of cats have vanished in weeks, prompting associations to warn owners to keep pets indoors and suggest specialised theft rings may be involved, urging microchipping.
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Newsround, the BBC's long-running children's news programme, is drawing attention in the UK, with related coverage including NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 docking at the International Space Station, a look inside Scotland's wildcat conservation headquarters described as 'Big Brother for cats', and a question about whether viewers will celebrate Harvest Festival 2026. The programme continues to explain current affairs to young audiences.
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CFL fans are debating why the Edmonton Elks keep winning while the Hamilton Tiger-Cats continue to lose. A Spectator opinion column points to one statistical category as the explanation, arguing the Elks' success comes down to a single measurable edge that Hamilton lacks. The matchup and contrasting fortunes of the two Canadian Football League clubs are driving discussion among fans.
- 20Short-legged cat in fishing town gains fans for thieving antics●Cat with short legs lives in a little fishing town and steals things with his friends. # videos # entertainment # approv
A cat with unusually short legs living in a small fishing town is drawing attention online for stealing items alongside what viewers describe as his gang of cat friends. The footage, shared as approved entertainment content, shows the cat's habitual petty thefts around town, and people are charmed by the animal's mischievous personality.
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The BC Lions are among the most searched CFL topics in Canada. Elsewhere in the league, the Edmonton Elks scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns to beat the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 27-12, keeping attention fixed on Canadian football as the season progresses. Fans are following scores and standings across the league, with the Lions a central point of interest for supporters in British Columbia.
- 22Wilma the cat sports her own take on sunglasses●Wilma's version of sunglasses # Caturday # fotografie # Cats # photography # photo # fujifilm # fediverse # film # anima
A cat named Wilma is winning attention for her 'version of sunglasses', a charming pet photo shared under the popular Caturday tag. The picture, shot on a Fujifilm camera, shows the cat squinting or shading her eyes in a way that mimics sunglasses, delighting animal lovers and photography enthusiasts swapping cat pictures at the end of the week.
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Dutch police arrested two men, aged 24 and 25, in connection with violence in Overasselt during a series of simultaneous raids, with firearms again recovered. It follows earlier reports that suspects may have been sent to the village with an order to kill, 'whether the cat or the goldfish'. Regional and national outlets including De Gelderlander, AD and NU.nl are covering the escalating investigation.
- 24California Starts Building Mountain Lion Wildlife Crossing at Joshua Tree▼California to build wildlife crossing for mountain lions in Joshua Tree National Park. The first phase is now underway
California has begun the first phase of a wildlife crossing for mountain lions at Joshua Tree National Park. The project aims to give the big cats a safe route across roads that cut through their habitat, reducing vehicle collisions and reconnecting separated populations. It adds to a growing effort in the state to protect wildlife with crossings over and under busy highways.
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LSU centre Braelin Moore says the team's loss to Ole Miss served as a learning lesson as the Tigers prepare for their next road game, against the Kentucky Wildcats. Moore stressed that the defeat showed where the offensive line must improve, and the team is treating the setback as motivation heading into a tough Southeastern Conference stretch away from Baton Rouge.
- 26Rescued tiger cub returns to the wild in India●Young tiger cub returns to the wild after rescue in India
A young tiger cub has been returned to the wild in India after being rescued. The release, highlighted by the International Fund for Animal Welfare, is being shared as a rare positive outcome for big cat conservation, as cubs separated from their mothers rarely survive to be reintroduced successfully.
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Swedish media including TV4 and Sydsvenskan report that thousands of cats have been stolen by an organised gang and slaughtered. The revelations have drawn widespread attention in Sweden, raising concerns about pet safety and how the operation went undetected.
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Japanese actress Ayame Goriki is drawing attention for her role in the stage production "Mage the Cat's Eye," performing alongside Norika Fujiwara and Reiko Takashima. Fujiwara spoke positively of the production, calling it "like a treasure box," as the trio once again play the three sisters. Interviews around the show's run are being widely reported by Japanese media.
- 29Category 5 storm surge would devastate South Carolina coast▼What's it like in a Cat 5 hurricane? 'Catastrophic storm surge' would ravage SC coast.
A Category 5 hurricane would bring catastrophic storm surge to the South Carolina coast, according to a Post and Courier report examining what conditions would be like if such a storm struck the state. The report describes the potentially devastating flooding that a worst-case hurricane could cause along low-lying coastal communities.
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A new investigation reports that toxic chemicals, including heavy metals, were detected in most of the popular cat food brands tested. News outlets including CBS News and WTHR covered the findings, warning pet owners about which products were affected. Coverage urges cat owners to check ingredient labels and stay informed as more details about the tested brands emerge.
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A new investigation has found toxic contaminants in the vast majority of cat foods tested, with heavy metals, pesticides and plastic chemicals detected in nearly every sample. Reports note significant differences depending on the protein source. The findings are prompting pet owners to question the safety of commercial cat food and reassess what they feed their animals.
- 32Mel the cat watches TV on Caturday●# mel watching # tv # streetrescue # catsofmastodon # cat # caturday
A cat named Mel was spotted intently watching television, specifically the show Street Rescue, drawing fond reactions from cat lovers. The moment was shared under Caturday, the long-running weekend tradition of posting cat photos and clips online, and quickly gathered engagement from fellow cat owners who recognised the familiar sight of a pet glued to the screen.
- 33Neon-lit street photography of Tokyo's Shinjuku shared online●Under the cat's watch - Shinjuku, Tokyo #photography #blueskyartshow #weather #Alphabetchallenge #WeekNforNeon #scape #E
Photographer Helene Cook has published a new night shot titled 'Under the cat's watch', capturing neon signage and street scenes in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The image is being shared as part of several themed photo challenges, including a neon-week alphabet challenge and a caturday tag, drawing appreciation from street photography and urban photography communities.
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The Calgary Stampeders and Saskatchewan Roughriders are set to face off in CFL Week 18, with coverage focused on Saskatchewan's struggles in the red zone that they hope to fix against Calgary. Outlets have broken down the keys to victory for both teams, while the game sits alongside a busy CFL slate that included a Tiger-Cats win over the Redblacks and an Argonauts quarterback injury.
- 35University of Toronto opens search for jazz professor●University of # Toronto is hiring a # Jazz professor! Have at it, you hep cats! 🎶 🎵 🎹 🎸 🥁 👍 😁 # Music # Education # Adad
The University of Toronto is hiring an assistant professor of jazz, with the opening listed on Inside Higher Education's job board. The position has been shared among musicians and educators, with an upbeat call for interested candidates to apply. The posting highlights ongoing academic investment in jazz studies at the Canadian university.
- 36An oil portrait of a rabbit wins attention online●Portrait of a rabbit, oil on canvas, 40x50 cm - by Buridans_Cat # art
An artist posting under the name Buridans_Cat shared a new oil-on-canvas portrait of a rabbit, sized 40x50 centimetres. The piece circulated under art hashtags and drew warm engagement from art enthusiasts, who praised the decision to give a humble animal the formal treatment usually reserved for aristocratic sitters.
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The Perth Wildcats defeated the South East Melbourne Phoenix in an NBL Round 3 match in Perth. Canberra Times reporting highlighted a standout performance from import Hot Pepper as the Wildcats held their nerve to edge the Phoenix. Coverage includes previews from both clubs ahead of the Pink Game fixture, with the Phoenix travelling west for the contest.
- 38Denis Shapovalov retires hurt against Carlos Alcaraz●Sasha no longer that engrossed in the # Tennis this # caturday now that # Shapo has retired against # alcaraz # catsofma
Denis Shapovalov retired from his match against Carlos Alcaraz, cutting short a tennis fixture fans had been following on a Saturday. Tennis watchers online reacted to the retirement, with one cat owner noting their pet Sasha lost interest in the broadcast once Shapovalov stopped playing. The extent of Shapovalov's injury and his outlook for upcoming tournaments were not detailed in the posts.
- 39Origami cat designs by Kyohei Katsuta and Gen Hagiwara circulate online●Origami cats designed by Kyohei Katsuta, Gen Hagiwara and Katsuta Kyohei respectively ... :pic2_cat: https:// origami.me
Images of origami cats designed by Japanese folders Kyohei Katsuta and Gen Hagiwara are being shared and admired on social media, with a link to diagrams hosted on origami.me. The post, tagged with art, design, cats and origami, has drawn dozens of likes as paper-folding enthusiasts discuss the three different cat models and the designers' folding techniques.
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A parody musical inspired by Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, titled DYPSY!, has been announced, with its creators revealing the story will be told from a cat's point of view. The unusual angle on the well-known true-crime case is drawing attention as details of the production emerge.