Darlington County [South Carolina, US] approves ordinance to protect pets, setting limits on tethering and imposing fines for violations (ABC15)

Massachusetts [US] Governor signs law banning use of elephants, bears, and other wild animals in traveling shows, aiming to prevent mistreatment and poor living conditions (The Cool Down)

Activists liberate 13 hens from egg farm in night mission, delivering them to sanctuary instead of slaughterhouse (Unoffensive Animal)

Six countries [Argentina, Belgium, Chile, Denmark, Germany, and the UK] report direct actions for animal liberation in September, targeting hunting, flesh industry, entertainment, and pet abuse (Unoffensive Animal)

Swedish national powerlifting champion Dr. Fia Kamlund [vegan] wins national title with 565 kilograms lifted total, and aims for World Championships in two months (VeganFTA)

Princess Charlene [Monaco] and Princess Naomi of Orléans [France] participate in Monaco’s first march against animal abandonment, promoting animal welfare (Hello Monaco)

Tallinn [Estonia] to host 14th vegan fair “Veganmess” on Oct 12-13, 2024, showcasing plant-based products and featuring international speakers and workshops on vegan lifestyle – more info at Veganmess.ee (The Baltic Times)

Research shows a balanced vegan diet can ease endometriosis symptoms; fiber, polyphenols, and vitamins C, E, and D potentially beneficial (VegNews)

Mediterranean sees sharp increase in the numbers of nesting sea turtles, with over 10,000 nests in Greece since 2023 (Good News Network)

Belgian company Those Vegan Cowboys launches animal-free casein for stretchy, melty vegan cheese using precision fermentation (Vegan News)

Spanish vegan brand Heura to open “Phamacy” pop-up in Paris [France], promoting vegan ham as healthier alternative to processed pork (Plant Based News)

McDonald’s France launches vegan Veggie McPlant Nuggets made with Beyond Meat, priced same as conventional chicken nuggets (Green Queen)

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France announces that 88 French-speaking countries call for ceasefire in Lebanon during Francophonie Summit in Paris (Euronews)

Ukrainian hackers disable Russian state media channel’s online broadcasting on Monday [Oct 7, 2024] morning in “unprecedented” cyberattack (The Independent)

Kosovo government lifts ban on Serbian product imports at Merdare border crossing, aiming to promote reconciliation (The Independent)

India and Maldives pledge cooperation, with India offering US$757 million in financial support amid Maldives’ economic crisis (Reuters)

Ukraine to provide humanitarian aid to Czech Republic for flood recovery, per President Zelenskyy’s decree (RBC Ukraine)

US election: President Trump’s running mate JD Vance criticizes Biden-Harris administration’s Hurricane Helene response as “incompetence of the highest order” as their weak leadership has delayed essential life-saving aid to the people of North Carolina (Fox News)

US Congressional candidate Abe Hamadeh [Republican-Arizona] says Biden-Harris border policy increases crime, gangs, and housing costs in Arizona (Fox News)

US election: Feminist law professor “betrayed” by Democrats’ divided support for Israel will not be voting for Harris (New York Post)

US: Crucial election-state Muslim coalition launches the “Abandon Harris” campaign and issues scathing criticism of the vice president, who they hold responsible for “overseeing” Gaza war (New York Post)

Harris and Biden humiliated by new word salads [muddled, confusing speeches] as President Trump gets a rockstar reception in Pennsylvania [US] (Sky News Australia)

MSNBC news anchor highlights Harris’ struggle to appeal to White and Black male voters, who are skeptical of her vague economic plans (Sky News Australia)

US: Study reveals severe Covid infections can inflame the brainstem, potentially explaining long-term breathlessness and fatigue in some patients (The Guardian)

US: Former White House doctor Anthony Fauci reveals “harrowing” experience after catching West Nile virus, with symptoms including delirium, incoherence and a 39.4ºC [103ºF] fever (Daily Mail)

US: Oysters mysteriously dying off in the millions are devastating the oyster raising industry from Texas to Maine (The Independent)

Global human life expectancy gains are slowing down, study indicates; experts call for more focus on improving “healthspan” [the number of years one lives in good health] rather than lifespan (Sky News)

Study: Only 5.1% of girls and 1.8% of boys born in 2019 likely to reach 100 years old, contradicting predictions of radical life extension (CNN)

Hurricane Milton strengthens to Category 5; Florida [US] prepares for largest evacuation since 2017 as storm surge of 8-12 feet [2.4-3.6 meters] is predicted for Tampa Bay area (Sky News)

Extreme greenhouse effect that ravaged Venus - Earth’s “sister planet” - warns of potential climate change risks for our own planet (Space.com)

Global river levels hit 30-year low in 2023, threatening water supply as climate change alters water distribution patterns (The Guardian)

Rising temperatures and environmental changes linked to climate change increase mosquito-borne illnesses globally (StarsInsider)

US: Warming winters make lake ice more dangerous, with declining thickness and quality threatening transportation and recreation across Northern Hemisphere (Washington Post)

World Meteorological Association: 2023 driest year for global rivers since 1990; glaciers lost 600 giga-metric tons of water, highlighting urgent need for climate action and improved water monitoring (Euronews)

Study: Climate change to shift whale shark habitats, increasing overlap with shipping routes and threatening the species with core habit losses of over 50% by 2100 (Nature)

Analysis: Methane from industrial meat and dairy production significantly contributes to climate change; reducing production crucial for mitigating emissions and limiting global heating (Greenpeace)

Analysis: US government’s weak animal factory regulations allow massive pollution, as meat and dairy industries fight and lobby against stricter rules to preserve profits at expense of public health and environment (Red Green and Blue)

Investigation finds risks to guests and animals at some US roadside zoos, with at least 150 reported injuries from exotic animal attractions in the past decade (ABC)

Self-rectifying quote of the day: “Be ashamed when you sin, don’t be ashamed when you repent. Sin is the wound, repentance is the medicine.” – Saint John Chrysostom [vegetarian] (A-Z Quotes)

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