Latest news with #Fingers
Miami Herald
02-07-2025
- General
- Miami Herald
Sea creature with ‘traumatic past' spotted off California coast. See it feed
A 'well known' sea creature with a 'traumatic past' was spotted feeding off the coast of California. On June 29, Fingers, a humpback whale 'that has overcome' a vessel strike was seen 'strongly' feeding on anchovies with a group of 40 to 50 other whales, according to a Facebook post by the Monterey Bay Whale Watch. Fingers was hit by a boat sometime between their first sighting in 2006 and 2017, leaving them with 'dramatic' scars along their tail, even causing them to lose part of their fluke, the group said. The 'resilient' Fingers got their name after the 'healed cut edge of the left fluke from the ship propeller' resembled fingers, the group said. Although the group said it's 'incredible' to see how well Fingers is doing, whales 'should not have to experience these unfortunate ship strikes.' In addition to vessel strikes, humpback whales face threats including fishing gear entanglement and ocean noise, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Facebook users ran to the comments to share their thoughts on Fingers with one person saying, 'Great photos!' 'Wow!!,' another wrote. Monterey is about a 120-mile drive south from San Francisco.
Newsweek
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Golden Retriever's Ears Are So Expressive, His Owner Named Them
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Fingers, a Labrador-golden retriever mix with a flair for facial expressions, has become the latest four-legged internet star—not for tricks or treats, but for the unexpected contortions of his ears. In a now-viral TikTok video shared on April 28 by his owner, under the handle @fingersthegoldador, the 5-year-old dog showcased his surprising talent: an ever-changing array of ear positions that has captivated millions. Viewed more than 1.4 million times and liked by over 230,000 TikTok users, the lighthearted video features Fingers flashing what his owner Julia affectionately calls his "cup ear," "turn signal ear," and "mouse ears"—a catalog of comical contortions that has left viewers in hysterics. "He is a very goofy and lovable dog," Julia told Newsweek. "One day I noticed that every time I came home from work, he would greet me with a new ear shape. "I started to record them because I thought it was so cute how he could bend his ears in so many different ways!" The post has sparked a wave of laughter and recognition among pet owners, many of whom jumped into the comments to share the names they have given their own dogs' unique ear movements. "My favorite comments were from other dog owners explaining the names they have for their own dog's ear shape," Julia said. "There were some clever and funny names mentioned in the comments, and it made me laugh to think other dog owners have also named the specific shapes their dog's ears make." But behind the hilarity lies a subtle form of communication. Dr. Nita Vasudevan, veterinarian contributor for Embrace Pet Insurance, told Newsweek that ear movements can offer real insight into how dogs feel. Fingers the Labrador golden retriever moves his ears in different ways in a TikTok video. Fingers the Labrador golden retriever moves his ears in different ways in a TikTok video. @fingersthegoldador "A dog's ears and its movements can reveal a lot about how the dog is feeling," Vasudevan said. "Ears that are pinned back often indicate the dog is feeling some anxiety, fear, or submission—especially when the ears are paired with other body language cues like a lowered head or a tucked tail." By contrast, ears that are forward or perked typically signal interest or alertness. But Vasudevan cautioned against overgeneralizing: "Because ear shapes vary widely between breeds, it's important to interpret ear position in the context of the dog's overall body language and temperament and their natural ear posture." For Julia, Fingers' viral fame is less about the anatomy of expression and more about the joys of pet ownership. Whether folded, flopped, or flying high, his ears have become a daily surprise that has now brought smiles far beyond their front door. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Supermarket shoppers rush to buy discontinued Cadbury chocolate scanning for just 45p
Has your favourite product vanished from shelves? We'd love to hear from you - email us on money@ OUT OF STOCK Supermarket shoppers rush to buy discontinued Cadbury chocolate scanning for just 45p Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SUPERMARKET shoppers are rushing to buy a discontinued Cadbury chocolate that is scanning for just a few pence. Eagle-eyed customers could not believe their luck when they spotted Cadbury Bournville fingers for 45p in Sainsbury's. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Cadbury said it had discontinued its dark chocolate fingers One bargain hunter shared the find on social media writing: "Bournville dark chocolate fingers scanning at 45p at Sainsbury's in Crawley, West Green." The savvy shopper added there was "plenty" of stock left on shelves when they were at the store. It comes days after The Sun reported the popular dark chocolate snack was being axed by Cadbury. The crispy biscuits were a popular item within Cadbury's Bournville range, which features dark chocolate products. The dark chocolate snack originally launched back in October 2020. In the past, the Fingers were praised for being less sweet than the ordinary Dairy Milk fingers. A Cadbury's owner Mondelēz International previously told The Sun: 'We continuously adapt our product range to ensure it meets changing tastes whilst supporting growth for our customers and our business. "Our Cadbury Bournville Fingers were discontinued this year. They added: "However, we still have plenty of other delicious products for consumers to enjoy, such as our Cadbury Bournville Giant Dark Buttons and our classic Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Fingers.' If you are keen to get your hands on Sainsbury's bargain find, you may want to act quickly. Sainsbury's scraps in-store changing rooms leaving shoppers furious It is likely the supermarket is selling the axed chocolate at a discount to help shift the product before it disappears for good. You may only be able to shop this product in-store as it appears to be unavailable online. With that in mind, it might be worth ringing your local branch ahead of time to avoid a wasted trip. You can find your nearest Sainsbury's by visiting DISCONTINUED DARK CHOCOLATE It comes as Brits have had to wave goodbye to a number of dark chocolate bars. Toblerone axed the dark chocolate version of the bar earlier this year. Mars axed its dark chocolate Bounty in 2023, leaving customers heartbroken. At the time shoppers said the moves was "bad for their mental health". Others were quick to share their pain with one fan saying: "Noooooo. Dark chocolate Bountys beat milk chocolate Bountys hands down. And it's not only dark chocolate fans getting bruised, a number of beloved chocolate bars have vanished from shelves in recent years. Nestlé confirmed two years ago that it had axed the Caramac bar, first launched in the late 1950s, due to "low sales". But the treat has been spotted sporadically at bargain retailers since. However, it's not all bad news sometimes iconic chocolate bars make a return. Milky Way Crispy Rolls returned earlier after they were discontinued three years ago.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Benito Skinner teases 'Overcompensating' season 2 storylines
Benito Skinner has spilled some very interesting tea on how the Overcompensating season 1 finale cliffhangers connect to the storylines he wants to explore in season 2 — all while fans continue to wait for the hit LGBTQ+ series to get officially renewed by Prime Video. Sign up for the to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment — delivered three times a week straight (well…) to your inbox! As the series' creator and lead star, Skinner was recently asked what fans could expect from Overcompensating season 2 if the show gets its highly-anticipated renewal. "What's interesting to me about this idea of 'overcompensation' with these characters is that at no point do you stop doing that completely. I'm really inspired by the thought that if anyone has a comfort in it, or a comfort blanket, we take it away," Skinner told Deadline. "I want to see them start over in a lot of ways, and I think that's what that ending tells you might happen." He added, "Now some truths are out there, but I don't think you stop overcompensating even when the truth is [out] there, too." Skinner (Benny) shared this insight while attending the Deadline Studio at Prime Experience event alongside his Overcompensating costars Wally Baram (Carmen), Adam DiMarco (Peter), Owen Thiele (George), Mary Beth Barone (Grace), Connie Britton (Kathryn), and Kyle MacLachlan (John), as well as executive producer Scott King. When asked about his Overcompensating castmates, Skinner had nothing but praise for the actors who joined the project. "This is my dream cast. The show is exactly what it needs to be," he declared. "What a gift that all of these people, I'm like, 'I wanna see you do that, and I wanna see you do that.' And that, I think, is the mark of a cast that is just right." Season 1 of Overcompensating had a star-studded lineup of guest stars such as Charli XCX, Lukas Gage, Megan Fox, Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers, Boman Martinez-Reid, James Van Der Beek, and Didi Conn, to name a few. The series has quickly garnered a global audience that is passionate and vocal about the show getting a second season. Fingers crossed! is now streaming on . - YouTube
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Owner Flaunts Dog's Types of Ears in Hilarious Video
A hilarious video of a dog owner capturing their Goldador, a Golden Retriever and Labrador mix dog, showing off different types of ears, has left the internet in stitches. On May 16, the parent of the adorable canine shared the video on the Instagram account @fingersthegoldador. The video showed the dog making a wide range of hilarious ear gestures, and each one of them is funnier than the last. A video on Instagram showing a dog owner giving funny names to various 'ear shapes' made by their Goldador dog named Fingers has gone viral on social media. In the caption of the post, the cute pooch's owner humorously wrote, 'His special talent is making new ear shapes.' The above-mentioned video, which is the second part of another compilation clip, gave a close look at the dog. The on-screen text on the clip read, 'Types of ears my dog has and what I have named them,' and soon enough, the video showed Fingers making his 'Pinky up ear.' The dog then went on to flaunt his 'Colonial wig ears.' Thereafter came the turn of 'Worm ear.' The owner also captured the canine showing off his 'Checkmark ear.' The pet parent hilariously named another ear gesture of the dog 'Disapp-ears' as they almost vanished. Finally, the video concluded with the Goldador demonstrating a 'Hail a cab ear.' The video has garnered a lot of positive reactions from fellow dog lovers who couldn't stop themselves from loving all these unique ear shapes and their hilarious names. In the comment section, one person revealed their favorite ear shape of the dog, declaring, 'The pinky up ear is my favorite.' Meanwhile, another Instagram user praised all the ears and thought, 'Now these are great.' Another person's comment read, 'Love all types of ears,' while a different commenter stated, 'Omg sooo cute.' The post Owner Flaunts Dog's Types of Ears in Hilarious Video appeared first on DogTime.
