Today is World #AlzheimersDay
A note of optimism @science.org
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

Shanah Tovah, New York City. Here's to a sweet and hopeful New Year.

This dog led an officer to his leash while being rescued from his burning home. 14/10 for all (IG: aurorapoliceil)

Mexican Wolf Genetic Diversity Declines for Fourth Straight Year | Wolf Conservation Center Thirty conservation organizations today urged wildlife agencies to take science-based actions to protect Mexican gray wolves after a new analysis showed that the endangered species’ genetic diversity ...

Mexican gray wolves are running out of time. We’re calling on agencies to stop reckless removals and start releasing wolf families to restore desperately needed genetic diversity. Without action, lobos risk extinction once again.

Read more: nywolf.org/2025/09/mexi...

The Sports Stadium Scam | Robert Reich Robert Reich

It's official: D.C. taxpayers are on the hook for over $1 billion to build a new stadium for the Washington Commanders.

The team's owner is a private equity mogul worth nearly $10 billion.

Here's what you should know about the billionaires' public subsidy stadium scam.

1. Happy Friday everyone! New arrival Franklin IS pleased to present this Woodstock Weekly! Browse and see all the latest news here at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary!

your moment of zen

a brown shiba inu pokes her head out from underneath a beige colored sheet. her expression is inquisitive as she stares into the camera with a slight closed mouth smirk.

This is Hana. She found a secret hiding place. Also happens to be very bad at keeping secrets. 13/10 (IG: hanachan_1111)

This is Finny. He doesn’t go chasing waterfalls. He carefully studies their timing and arrives in advance. 14/10 very impressive (TT: jordancain70)

Wisconsin's 2025 wolf monitoring report estimates 1,226 gray wolves in 336 packs, a decline from the past two years that underscores the importance of continued protections under the ESA.
Their recovery is not guaranteed and depends on strong protections and public support. Read more: bit.ly/4n6HkNA

Sarge laid out on a pillow

PUPDATE:

Here, have a Corgi. You're welcome.

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Timeless (and the somewhat similar Spanish Ministerio del Tiempo, although the Spanish show got 3 seasons I believe).

Firefly was amazing.

Loved Dead Like Me.

Thank you. Hopefully someone will give me a vaccine without being 65 or having a chronic condition.

I live in New York. I’ve asked a doctor, a nurse, and all of my local govt officials where I can get a Covid vaccine. No one knows.

a light brown and white newfoundland pup lays on a hardwood floor and looks up at the camera with soft blue eyes. his head is entirely brown, along with most of his back, but his front legs and chest are white, as is the back half of his tail. he is incredibly fluffy, we cannot overstate how plush he looks.

This is Oliver. He's perhaps the most huggable dog we've ever seen. And we've seen maybe the most dogs out of everybody. 14/10 (IG: oliver.the.newfie)

This is Zumi. She is protecting you from the raindrops. They never stood a chance against her. 13/10 (TT: riyathemiamirealtor)

My question is how I can actually get a Covid vaccine. My governor says everyone in New York can get them, but in the last few days I’ve talked to a nurse and a doctor and emailed all of my local reps in city and state govt, and so far, nothing.

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Wolf shot by authorities was part of Copper Creek pack An uncollared gray wolf that a federal wildlife official shot in mid-August in Rio Blanco County but was never found by authorities is the fifth yearling of a pack that

CO officials confirmed a yearling wolf from the Copper Creek Pack was shot in August. He had already endured life alone after his family was relocated.

Fracturing wolf families makes conflict worse. Strong, intact packs and non-lethal tools are essential for coexistence.

Read more: bit.ly/4nfmwTy

This is Ziggy. He couldn't contain his excitement for pool day. There's nowhere he'd rather be than here with his fish. 13/10 (IG: k9aquaticcenter)

🚨 Wolves need your voice! Right now, Congress is considering spending bills that could strip federal protections from gray wolves in 44 states.

Removing these protections would leave wolves vulnerable to hunting, trapping, and persecution.

📣Take action now: engage.nywolf.org/site/Advocac...

This is Penny. She has perfected the rare vertical loaf, an achievement requiring great skill and experience. 14/10 very impressive #SeniorPupSaturday (TT: newtricksolddog_)