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Two children hurt when tree branch falls at Elmwood Park Zoo

NORRISTOWN — Two children were hurt Friday afternoon when a tree branch fell at the Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown as severe weather moved through the region, according to Norristown Fire Chief Tom O’Donnell. Crews responded around 12:21 p.m. to the zoo, …

Golden Retriever Siblings’ Zoo Trip Is a Marathon of Magical Animal Encounters

The animal kingdom truly is filled with real-life magic. There is just something about seeing animals of different species interact with each other that is truly heartwarming. It's pretty much the ultimate feel-good tonic for the soul. Just take this …

Zoo hand-rears endangered rockhopper penguin chick

Danny FullbrookBBC News, Bedfordshire ShareSave Zoo keepers have hand-reared an endangered penguin chick after it hatched as part of a breeding programme. The northern rockhopper penguin was named Noisy by Whipsnade Zoo staff as he constantly chirps …

Fort Worth Zoo releases endangered Houston toads to mark Endangered Species Day

General Authority for Search and Identification of Missing Persons says received reports of possible mass graves in ...

‎The General Authority for Search and Identification of Missing Persons reported yesterday that it has received reports from families of missing persons, alleging the possible presence of mass graves inside Abusleem Zoo. The Zoo, located in Abusleem, was …

Bramble Park Zoo’s bison herd just grew — meet the adorable new calves

Two bison calves were born at Bramble Park Zoo this week. The calves' mothers are named Sansa and Lady, after characters from “Game of Thrones.” The zoo's bison herd now has 10 members. Visitors can observe the bison, including the new calves, at …

Essex petting zoo issues plea to public after pygmy goat dies

Layla, a pygmy goat, was found early yesterday morning by the farm’s owner in distress and unable to stand and after an assessment by a vet it was deemed the kindest option to have her put to sleep. The petting zoo have stressed the importance of not …

Female otter pair arrives at Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, Ill. (KWQC) - Two Asian small-clawed otters, the smallest otter species in the world, are making their debut at the Niabi Zoo. Zoo officials said the pair, named Tina and Louise, are on exhibit at Niabi’s Biodiversity Hall. The female otters …

Racine Zoo closed due to storm damage

CZA sets up 5-member team to probe bird flu scare at Gorakhpur zoo

The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has formed a five-member team to investigate the death of a tigress, whose post-mortem confirmed bird flu (H5N1), and study the impact of avian influenza at the Gorakhpur zoo. A worker sprays medicine at Kanpur zoo premises …

Columbus Zoo giraffe Charlie recovering after tooth extraction and jaw injury recovery

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Charlie, a giraffe at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, is back in good health following a successful dental procedure, zoo officials say. The zoo found a tooth protruding in an abnormal location in Charlie's jaw, requiring …

Zoo released nearly 700,000 eggs, toads and spawn to save them

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Sioux Falls Zoo begins summer events

It is going to be one heckuva summer for the Sioux Falls Zoo. The 13th penguin that hatched in March will be named next month.   African lions Simba and Amahle have taken a big step in their relationship and have officially moved in together (“Then comes …

Visakhapatnam zoo to organise five-day summer camp for children from May 21

Officials from the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park (IGZP), in collaboration with Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), Wildlife Conservation Through Research and Education (WCTRE) and Youth Conservation Action Network (YouCan), is organising a …

Polar bear cub makes adorable debut at Yokohama zoo

Philadelphia Zoo welcomes 3 baby Galapagos tortoises to join the "Golden Girls"

The Philadelphia Zoo welcomed three new additions to its animal family this week after a group of male Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises hatched.   The boys join the Golden Girls — four female tortoises hatched earlier this year who were named Dorothy …

3 new male tortoises hatch at Philadelphia Zoo

Remember those four female tortoise hatchlings named after the Golden Girls at the Philadelphia Zoo? They now have three brothers! Three more critically endangered Galapagos tortoises have now hatched. The brothers don't have names yet. Hopefully we…

Supreme Court Directs Central Zoo Authority To Inspect Translocated Deer From Hauz Khas Deer Park

The Supreme Court on Friday (May 16) directed officers of the Central Zoo Authority to visit the places in Rajasthan where 261 deer have been translocated from the Deer Park at Hauz Khas in Delhi, and to assess the condition of the deer. A bench of Justice …

Europe’s oldest zoo animal, Marta the alligator, turns 95 in Poland

Keep our news free from ads and paywalls by making a donation to support our work! Notes from Poland is run by a small editorial team and is published by an independent, non-profit foundation that is funded through donations from our readers. We cannot do …

SideBar on the Legal Talk Network Welcomes Erica Pinheiro of Al Otro Lado

Destigmatizing deportation and creating spaces where deportees, returnees, and families can share their stories and transform their shame into empowerment. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar podcast on …

Prince George’s Student Appointed to U.S. Naval Academy, Class of 2029

After receiving a letter from President Obama at age 9, Torene Butterfield earns her appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, fulfilling a lifelong dream. LANHAM, MD, MD, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prince George’s County …

SAF Lawsuit Challenges Under 21 Handgun Ban in Connecticut

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed a lawsuit (No. 3:25-cv-250) in federal court challenging Connecticut’s ban on adults under the age of 21 from …

Former HHS Sec. Xavier Becerra to Speak Before Hundreds of Latino Physicians, Other Professionals at NHMA Conference

The Nation’s Largest Medical Association Serving Latinos Meets at a Time of Proposed Medicaid Cuts and Attacks on Medical Expertise and Immigrant Communities WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Health and …

DVS: Governor Hochul Delivered Historic Wins in the 2025-26 State Budget for New York’s Veterans & Military Families

State Budget Expands Support for Gold Star Families, Enhances Veteran Suicide Prevention Initiatives, and Increases Assistance for Military Families ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Department of …

Leading Special Education Advocate Calls on Lawmakers to Reject Cuts That Hurt Disabled Students and Families

The "Big Beautiful Bill" cuts Medicaid and special education services, putting millions of disabled students at risk. Families are sounding the alarm. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the U.S. House …

Allocore Releases Report on Federal Lending Modernization Following Expert Roundtable

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allocore, a leading provider of technology solutions for government loans, grants, and fraud prevention, has released a new report, “Unlocking the Future of Federal Lending,” …

Salesman Who Defrauded Women and Older Adults Denied Bankruptcy Discharge

The U.S. Trustee Program (USTP) recently obtained a judgment denying a bankruptcy discharge to a door-to-door salesman who concealed his business interests and lied in his bankruptcy case to evade his creditors, including women and older adults whom he …

OVW Fiscal Year 2025 Children and Youth Program Pre-Application Information Session

OVW conducted a pre-application information session for its Fiscal Year 2025 Grants to Prevent and Respond to Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, and Sex Trafficking Against Children and Youth Program. During the presentation, OVW …

Man Charged in Connection with Fraudulent COVID-19 Relief Loan Applications Totaling More than $3.39M

A Georgia man was arrested today in connection with his role in 15 fraudulent COVID-19 relief loan applications administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, …

Jefferson Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking Two Victims in Texas

A federal jury in the Eastern District of Texas convicted Corey Lamar Johnson, 42, of Jefferson, Texas, today on two counts of sex trafficking and related charges for his conduct in trafficking multiple young women in several states, compelling the victims …

Washington State Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking

Dominique Terrel Gonzales, 35, was sentenced today to 11 years in prison followed by 15 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to one count of sex trafficking a minor. Gonzales has been in federal custody since his arrest for illegal firearms …

Office of the Governor — Travel Release — Gov. Green to Travel To Washington D.C.

STATE OF HAWAIʻI  KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI  JOSH GREEN, M.D.  GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA  GOVERNOR GREEN TO TRAVEL TO WASHINGTON D.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2025 HONOLULU  ̶  Governor Josh Green, M.D., has been invited by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal to …

President Trump Signs TAKE IT DOWN Act into Law — Skyll and Safe Surfin' Foundation Deploy First Response Tools

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, President Donald J. Trump signed the bipartisan TAKE IT DOWN Act into law, creating the first federal mandate for the removal of non-consensual intimate images — including AI- …

Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement to Launch City of Belonging Festival on May 21

BOSTON - Monday, May 19, 2025—The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) today announced the launch of the annual City of Belonging Festival in observance of Immigrant Heritage Month. The Festival is a month-long celebration with community events …

Council Advances Ranked Choice Voting for Local Elections

The Council voted 8-4 to advance a Home Rule Petition that would bring Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) to local elections. The proposal was introduced by Council President Louijeune and Councilors Mejia and Santana, and will now move to the Massachusetts …

Council Celebrates Haitian Heritage Month and Haitian Flag Day

This week, the Council recognized Haitian Heritage Month and Haitian Flag Day through a resolution honoring the resilience, history, and vibrant cultural contributions of the Haitian community in Boston and beyond. The resolution was offered by Council …

Council Urges Federal Government to Maintain Funding for Life-Saving Cancer Research

The Council adopted a resolution urging the federal government to continue funding critical cancer research, particularly through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI). This comes as proposed cuts to federal cancer …

Council Passes Ordinance to Strengthen Boston’s Technology Infrastructure and Governance

The  Council passed an ordinance formally codifying the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) into city law, granting it clearer authority to lead the City’s digital transformation efforts and modernize how services are delivered to residents. The …

Coalition of City and County Governments Across U.S. File Amicus Brief in Opposition to Trump Administration’s ...

Led by the City of Boston, MA, 37 cities, counties, and local elected officials argue that residents from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela with parole status play an essential role in economic growth and public safety Mayor Michelle Wu has co-led a …