A Victorian farmer has sent a $40,000 invoice to the state government after losing over 160 livestock to wild dogs, following the March 2024 ban on lethal dingo control in north-west Victoria.
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has conceded his side will miss the NRL finals in 2026, only the fourth time in club history, after a 36-22 loss to the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs. The team, heavily impacted by injuries, failed to secure a top-eight spot despite a strong start in the game.
Fremantle defeats Western Bulldogs 11.12 (78) to 5.11 (41), securing a top-two berth and nearing their first premiership with Josh Treacy's pivotal 100-game milestone performance.
Alex Jenkinson, 39, to stand trial in December for allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor near Sandringham Estate, with Mountbatten-Windsor to testify via videolink.
Western Bulldogs secure a 57-point win over Richmond (15.15 to 7.6), with Ed Richards and Marcus Bontempelli leading the charge. Sydney Swans dominate the Giants 21.13 to 13.10, with Errol Gulden earning his fourth Kirk-Ward Medal.
Renowned working dog trainer Gary White trains handlers worldwide, emphasizing the human-dog partnership. Demand for working dogs has surged, partly due to the ABC's 'Muster Dogs' series, with prices reaching up to $50,000, valued for efficiency and companionship.
China, after a surprising five-set victory over the United States, has advanced to the Women's Volleyball Nations League semi-finals in Macau. They are set to face Turkey on Saturday, a team that has consistently defeated them in recent major tournaments, including the 2023 VNL final and the Paris Olympics quarter-finals.
A 56-year-old woman, surnamed Chan, was arrested in Hong Kong's Mong Kok for alleged electricity theft after a fire in her Tung Choi Street flat, believed to be caused by a short circuit, killed three cats and two dogs. Irregularities in the flat's power supply were found.
Authorities rescued 80 cats and 12 dogs from the squalid Stuart, Florida home of 77-year-old Gail Giustino, a mail carrier, who was charged with animal cruelty and confinement. The animals were found in extreme conditions, with up to a foot of feces, and Giustino is believed to be suffering from mental health issues.
In Thailand, a compassionate network of individuals and organizations provides emergency care for injured street animals, rooted in Buddhist principles of loving-kindness. Dr. Bow exemplifies this dedication, performing complex surgeries, while volunteers and groups like the Soi Dog Foundation offer daily support and large-scale sterilization programs.
Hong Kong's new dog-friendly restaurant policy, allowing over 940 establishments to welcome pets, has ignited a heated online debate over hygiene and pet behavior, with one cafe branch opting out due to safety concerns.
Over 30 New World screwworm cases, including two in dogs, have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico, prompting urgent warnings. This flesh-eating parasite, returning to the U.S. after 50 years, preys on living tissue and can affect pets, livestock, and humans.
CNBC's "America's Top States for Business" ranking, launched in 2007, has tracked state economic performance for 20 years. Consistent top performers include Virginia and Texas, while Michigan and Ohio show significant improvement. Conversely, South Dakota and Idaho have seen notable declines.
Vets warn pets are suffering heatstroke even when confined to homes and gardens during the UK's third heatwave. Cases are rising unexpectedly, affecting animals resting indoors or in outdoor spaces, with flat-faced breeds and those with pre-existing conditions most at risk.
Over 30 New World screwworm cases, including two in dogs, have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. Veterinarians urge pet owners to inspect animals daily for wounds, as the flesh-eating parasite can infest warm-blooded animals and prove fatal if untreated. Sterile male fly releases are being used to combat the outbreak.
Over 900 Hong Kong restaurants began allowing dogs on Thursday, ending a 30-year ban. This scheme allows canines into eateries, fulfilling a long-held wish for pet owners like Isabella Chow who celebrated dining indoors with her poodles.
Over 900 Hong Kong restaurants began allowing dogs on Thursday, ending a 30-year ban on canines in eateries. The scheme by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department permits approved establishments to welcome pets indoors, fulfilling a long-held desire for many pet owners.
Morocco is forging a new identity at the 2026 World Cup under coach Mohamed Ouahbi, shifting from a defensive-counterattacking style to ball possession and dominance. This evolution was evident in their 1-1 draw against Brazil and 3-0 win over Canada, showcasing a more proactive approach.
New England rugby league coach Brian McDermott has named a 38-player squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring 10 uncapped players. The selection has led to speculation about players potentially joining the 'one-cap club', with notable omissions like Elliot Minchella and Tom Davies.
犬の人なつっこさが社交性に由来するか服従性に由来するかを探る研究。餌を巡る葛藤場面で犬とオオカミの反応を比較した結果、どちらの説にも完全に当てはまらず、両方の性質が混在している可能性が示唆された。
Hundreds of dogs were killed in Hossana, Ethiopia, after three children died from rabies. Community groups ordered the killings, threatening fines and arrest, despite some dogs being vaccinated. The mayor called the actions illegal.
China has banned tiletamine, a veterinary anaesthetic similar to ketamine, due to its sharp escalation in recreational abuse among young people. Previously unregulated, it became popular in entertainment venues, leading to 1,605 investigations in Shenyang alone between late 2025 and early 2026.
Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to lead England to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Brian Cipenga's early goal had threatened an upset before Kane's late intervention secured England's place in the Round of 16.
Harry Kane scored two late goals, including an 86th-minute winner, to complete England's dramatic 2-1 comeback against a resilient DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in Atlanta. Brian Cipenga's early goal had threatened a major upset before Kane's intervention secured England's place in the Round of 16 against Mexico.
