Animals

October 24, 2025

Kukur Tihar: An Annual Festival in Nepal Devoted To Worshiping and Pampering Dogs

Dogs are heavenly creatures; no doubt about it. They are loyal, caring, lovable, and on top of that, they are our best friends. While they are beloved around the world, one could definitely argue that no one cherishes them like the people of Nepal. This Asian nation holds an annual festival to honor dogs, pampering them and commending their noble spirit.

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October 16, 2025

Chicago’s Famous “Rat Hole” Was Actually Made by a Squirrel, New Research Proves

Last January, Chicago residents began flocking to an unusual site on the city’s North Side: a rodent-shaped hole embedded into a slab of concrete sidewalk. The Chicago rat hole, as it was affectionately nicknamed, quickly gained a cult following, attracting countless visitors and even offerings like coins, Swiss cheese, miniature plastic rats, and candles.

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October 9, 2025

Emperor Penguin Is Spotted in Australia, 2,000 Miles Away From Its Antarctic Home

Australia is home to a myriad of animals that can only be found there. Yet, despite this treasure trove of biodiversity, the island country had one of the most peculiar animal sightings in recent memory. A video captured an emperor penguin, a species known for being endemic to Antarctica, wandering around Ocean Beach in the town of Denmark, in Western Australia.

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