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Wild tiger family pose for amazing selfies in front of forest camera trap

July 10, 2017 by Leo

Endangered big cats – a mother and two cubs – frolic in front of the lens, before stopping the show by removing the memory card with paw.

Source: Wild tiger family pose for amazing selfies in front of forest camera trap

Some gorgeous photos. Leave it to the kids to break it, though. 🙂

Video shows elite firefighters rescuing baby deer from an Arizona wildfire – The Washington Post

July 9, 2017 by Leo

“There’s no standard operating procedure for this. This is simply an act of what hotshots do,” Casey said. “They’re a service-oriented people. … so they’re not going to walk by.”

Source: Video shows elite firefighters rescuing baby deer from an Arizona wildfire – The Washington Post

Reading the full story at the link, it even looks like the fawns were reunited with their mother. Nice.

92-year-old grandma shines as flower girl in granddaughter’s wedding – ABC News

July 8, 2017 by Leo

At the age of 92, Georgiana Arlt shined in the spotlight as the flower girl in her granddaughter’s wedding.

Source: 92-year-old grandma shines as flower girl in granddaughter’s wedding – ABC News

Made me smile. Be sure to watch the video, you’ll get to see the flower girl in action. 🙂

New Brunswick dog finds lost cat in storm drain, is hailed a hero | Toronto Star

July 7, 2017 by Leo

The cat, aptly named Ghost, had been missing for weeks when he was found in Sackville, N.B. with the help of Cash, a Labrador mix.

Source: New Brunswick dog finds lost cat in storm drain, is hailed a hero | Toronto Star

The story described by the title is, naturally, heartwarming. However if you read the entire report you’ll find many acts of kindness and support involved in returning Ghost home.

North Carolina police respond to call, end up joining in on Slip ‘N Slide – ABC News

July 6, 2017 by Leo

It was literally the sound of kids playing…

Source: North Carolina police respond to call, end up joining in on Slip ‘N Slide – ABC News

Some of the “kids” were just a little bigger than the others. 🙂 I love when police are allowed to do things like like andmake positive impressions within their community.

Stephen Hawking leaves audience in tears at 75th birthday celebration – Cambridge News

July 5, 2017 by Leo

Brian Cox and Gabriela González both spoke movingly at the birthday symposium at the University of Cambridge

Source: Stephen Hawking leaves audience in tears at 75th birthday celebration – Cambridge News

Dr. Hawking is an amazing, and incredibly inspirational individual.

Bald eagle soars back from brink of extinction – CBS News

July 4, 2017 by Leo

In 1970, there were only 20 breeding pairs in Virginia; Last year, Virginia had more than 1,000 breeding pairs

Source: Bald eagle soars back from brink of extinction – CBS News

It’s great to see conservation efforts have actual, tangible results, particularly for something as symbolic as the Bald Eagle.

Paralyzed Kitten In A Wheelchair Got a New Chance To Life Being Adopted By a Lovely Family! – Animal Builder

July 3, 2017 by Leo

The life was never easy for Tumbelina. Thankfully she has very good care and is healing with hydrotherapy and a custom wheelchair!

Source: Paralyzed Kitten In A Wheelchair Got a New Chance To Life Being Adopted By a Lovely Family! – Animal Builder

“Paralyzed” is technically the wrong word. Cerebellar Hypoplasia is more complex than that. We had a kitty with it — “Lurch” — for many years. I can attest to the struggle, and the excess of personality in Lurch’s case as well. After viewing Tumbelina’s story above, you can read more about Lurch too.

Much of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill has disappeared because of bacteria

July 2, 2017 by Leo

The scientists say their work gives insights into how future oil spills could be mitigated.

Source: Much of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill has disappeared because of bacteria

It’s not an excuse to abuse the planet at will, but it’s definitely nice to see Mother Nature taking care of herself sometimes.

Strangers buy car for 20-year-old Texas man who walks 3 miles to work every day – CBS News

July 1, 2017 by Leo

“He’s a very humbled young man and accepted it with stride.”

Source: Strangers buy car for 20-year-old Texas man who walks 3 miles to work every day – CBS News

A case of social media bringing people together in a very good way. 🙂

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