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India Today
22-07-2025
- India Today
After Pitbull encouraged to attack Mumbai boy, PETA renews call for ban on foreign breeds
Following an incident wherein a 43-year-old man encouraged his pit bull to attack an 11-year-old boy in Mumbai, leaving him with injuries, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals India (PETA India) has sent a letter to the Dr K. H. Govindraj, IAS, Principal Secretary, Urban Development Department, renewing its call urging the state to implement a policy prohibiting the breeding, sale, and keeping of dog breeds such as Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, Pakistani Bully Kuttas, Dogo Argentinos, Presa Canarios, Fila Brasileiros, Bull Terriers, Cane Corsos, and XL Bullies who have been deliberately bred for illegal fighting and India warns that such dogs are often sold to unsuspecting buyers who are themselves attacked or otherwise cannot control the is at least the fourth incident of attacks by pit bull-type dogs that has been reported from Maharashtra this this year, on 9 January, a pit bull viciously attacked a community dog in Aurangabad, and on 22 January in Mumbai, an abandoned pit bull attacked and injured two people on Mahim Beach. And on 25 March, a 37-year-old woman was attacked by a pit bull and a Doberman in Mumbai.A copy of the letter sent to the Government of Maharashtra is available here. Footage of illegal dogfights held in India a result of incidents like these, the Union Territory of Chandigarh and the State of Goa are finalising prohibitions on the breeding, selling, and keeping of pit bull-like dogs bred for aggression and Jharkhand government recently banned the keeping, selling and breeding of pit bulls, Rottweilers and certain other foreign breeds. And previously, several municipal corporations implemented rules on keeping pit bulls and Rottweilers within city limits.'Pit bull and other such foreign dog breeds are bred to be unstoppable weapons and to be abused in dogfights,' says PETA India Advocacy Associate Shaurya Agrawal. 'We urge Maharashtra to immediately pass a statewide policy that prohibits the keeping, breeding and sale of these dogs to protect humans from attacks and dogs from abuse.'Pit bulls, Rottweilers and similar foreign dog breeds are primarily used for dogfighting in India, even though inciting dogs to fight is illegal under The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, suitable enforcement, organised dogfights have become prevalent in parts of the country, making pit bull–type dogs and others used in these fights the most abused dog bulls and related breeds are also otherwise typically kept on heavy chains as attack dogs, resulting in aggressive defensive behaviour and a lifetime of endure painful physical mutilations, such as ear cropping and tail docking, illegal procedures that involve removing part of a dog's ears or their tail to try to prevent another dog from grabbing them during a dogs are encouraged to continue fighting until they become exhausted and at least one is seriously injured or dies. Because dogfighting is illegal, injured dogs are not taken to India advises a prohibition could be achieved in the state by requiring such dogs to be mandatorily sterilised and registered while prohibiting the breeding, keeping, or selling of these dogs after a stipulated India is also calling for a closure of illegal pet shops and breeders, as well as a crackdown on illegal dogfights.- Ends
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Red Bull's new F1 boss speaks out as CEO makes Christian Horner feelings clear
Christian Horner has been sacked by Red Bull, with Laurent Mekies being promoted from his role as CEO of Racing Bulls to team principal and CEO of Red Bull Racing Laurent Mekies has issued his first statement as Red Bull Racing chief following his promotion to the top spot, taking over from Christian Horner. The Frenchman ascends from his previous position at Racing Bulls to fill the roles of team principal and CEO with immediate effect. Horner spent 20 years in charge of the team, winning 14 titles including eight drivers' crowns and six constructors' championships. But his empire crumbled on Wednesday when it was confirmed that he had been placed on gardening leave, with 48-year-old Mekies his successor. In a statement released to confirm the shakeup, the Frenchman expressed: "Over the last year and a half it has been an absolute privilege to lead Visa Cash App Racing Bulls and I would like to thank all of our talented people both in Faenza and Milton Keynes. Looking to the future, I am excited to be taking on the role of CEO and team principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing, one of the most successful and dynamic teams in the sport. It's an honour to be part of this group of brilliant people that embody the Red Bull spirit." Sign up to our free weekly F1 newsletter, Pit Lane Chronicle, by entering your email address below so that every new edition lands straight in your inbox! And he ended with a kind note towards Horner, who was a key figure in the decision to hire Mekies from Ferrari as Racing Bulls team principal when he was put in charge of the second team's rebuild. He added: "Together we will achieve great results, building on the incredible legacy left by Christian Horner during his two decades in charge." Oliver Mintzlaff, chief executive of corporate projects and investments at Red Bull – the company's head of sports who was effectively Horner's boss in Austria – also acknowledged the long-serving 51-year-old's contribution in his own statement about the change of leadership. READ MORE: Max Verstappen breaks silence after Christian Horner sacked by Red Bull in F1 bombshell He said: "We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years. With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1. Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of our team history." Mekies has a mammoth task ahead to reverse Red Bull's fortunes after a dismal start to the 2025 season, with McLaren currently leading both the drivers and constructors' championships. Max Verstappen is third in the standings, trailing leader Oscar Piastri by 69 points and his McLaren teammate Lando Norris by 61. Norris was the victor at the British Grand Prix last time around, with the two team-mates at the top poised to duel for the championship with four-time title-winner Verstappen watching on jealously from behind. In the constructors' standings, Red Bull have a mountain to climb. They're currently fourth, a whopping 288 points behind McLaren and also lagging behind Ferrari and Mercedes. Mekies will make his Red Bull Racing debut trackside at the Belgian Grand Prix on July 27.
Newsweek
08-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
'Scary' Dog Refuses to Walk by One House—Her Reason Has People in Hysterics
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. Pit bulls often receive a reputation for being big, tough dogs, unafraid of anything, but a recent TikTok video left people in stitches after showing how this breed still has fears, even in the most unexpected places. In a recent video posted by TikTok user @dulcethepitmix, Sophia, the dog owner, took her pit bull mix, Dulce, on a walk through a neighborhood. They approached a fence, as they'd done plenty of times before, and Dulce paused. She knew the house, unfortunately, due to a traumatic experience. A Chihuahua lives at this house and will usually cuss at Dulce when she walks past, the text on the June 26 TikTok video explained. Not wanting to experience the nonstop barking again, Dulce hesitantly stepped closer. Although she's giant compared to the tiny dog, she still puts up her reservations, keeping her eyes peeled as she walks toward the house in case the Chihuahua comes running after her. Little does Dulce know, but Sophia always ensures the dog is not outside when they walk past the house. If the dog is out, she'll cross the street to avoid causing her dog stress. Screenshots from a TikTok video of a pit bull mix hesitantly walking past a specific house after being previously "cussed out" by the Chihuahua. Screenshots from a TikTok video of a pit bull mix hesitantly walking past a specific house after being previously "cussed out" by the Chihuahua. @dulcethepitmix/TikTok While this tiny Chihuahua traumatized her through the barking, the owner said this isn't the only dog that causes Dulce to have reservations. "I would say that she does not do well when other dogs show aggression or are territorial. She immediately tries to hide behind me," Sophia told Newsweek via TikTok. The owner noticed that Dulce would stare at every dog they walked past. She's observing their behavior. As soon as another canine shows interest in being friendly, Dulce opens up and loves the attention. But, for now, she's staying clear of this specific dog. Viewer Reactions While many of the 3.5 million viewers felt bad for this "scary" dog's hesitations, a majority couldn't stop laughing at the situation, given the stereotypes associated with both dogs. No one would've expected a large dog to be so terrified of a tiny one. "As a chihuahua owner of 3. You're absolutely not wrong. Chihuahuas are nuts," wrote one person. Another joked: "That sweet baby! No worries we've all been traumatized by a chihuahua." A third user commented: "That's the 'I know she around here somewhere' look." 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.
Global News
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Global News
Saskatchewan Rattlers aim to break franchise attendance record against Bandits
When the Saskatchewan Rattlers take to the court on Sunday afternoon hosting the Vancouver Bandits, not only will the team be searching for their first home win of the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League, they'll be surrounded by what they hope will be a record-breaking crowd. This after the 1-4 Rattlers fell 105-65 to the Bandits in their CEBL season opener back on May 15. 'Vancouver is coming back and we're ready to get a little bit of revenge onto them,' said Rattlers manager of ticket sales and premium seating Graham Forrester. 'We're looking to set a new attendance record, so that's obviously weighing heavily on everybody's minds here of filling the 'Snake Pit' and making sure everyone is getting the best experience.' The Rattlers will be aiming to smash their previous single-game attendance record of just over 3,200 fans on Sunday with the team projecting at least 3,600 fans through the door by opening tip-off. Story continues below advertisement According to Forrester, the weekend tilt against Vancouver had been identified as a big seller and has only ramped up over the last few weeks, with new ticket and drink promotions. 'We've had some big groups come in prior to the season,' said Forrester. 'So we knew that it already was going to be a really successful game. We started seeing a little bit more momentum, we launched our 'Family Pack' and that started off really, really well. We were like, 'OK, we've got a really good shot to fill the 'Snake Pit.'' Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Saskatchewan is coming off its first win of the 2025 season on May 31, as they managed to beat the defending CEBL champions in the Niagara River Lions 89-87 off a Jordan Bowden put-back in target score time. 0:53 Saskatchewan Rattlers blown out 105-65 in CEBL season opener to Vancouver As part of their record-breaking attempt, the Rattlers have also donated 100 tickets to the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority for their games Sunday against Vancouver and on June 13th versus Scarborough to evacuees of the recent Northern Saskatchewan wildfires. Story continues below advertisement It's a gesture they hope will provide a few hours of normalcy for those residents who have had to flee their homes. 'Obviously we're not donating toothbrushes and the basic necessities for life,' said Forrester. 'But if we can give them an experience for two, two and a half hours where they can take their mind off things that are going on back in their home communities, that's what we can do as a pro basketball team. 'I think the community is starting to see that as well and they've actually said to us the importance of donation of activities is really, really important.' The push for a new record attendance benchmark comes after teams like the Winnipeg Sea Bears and Calgary Surge have packed their respective arenas, as well as the CEBL playing its first outdoor game between the Montreal Alliance and Ottawa BlackJacks at IGA Stadium which had to be declared a no-contest due to rain. Forrester added that success around the league is pushing the Rattlers to raise their own standards and bring more attention on the CEBL as a whole. 'I think the whole team is incredibly excited,' said Forrester. 'The whole organization is excited, I think even our league is excited. We've seen some huge crowds across the entire league. Right now, us keeping pace with them is happening and it's important to continue happening. I think everybody is really excited to see that place full.' Story continues below advertisement Sunday's game will be a 4 p.m. tip-off at SaskTel Centre, while the Rattlers will kick off the weekend with a Friday evening tilt in Calgary against the Surge.
Daily Mirror
01-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Lewis Hamilton speaks his mind in 'hard to watch' interview after Spanish GP
Nico Rosberg said it was 'hard to watch' Lewis Hamilton speak about his Spanish Grand Prix after he had struggled in his Ferrari throughout the race while team-mate Charles Leclerc shone Lewis Hamilton produced a post-race interview after the Spanish Grand Prix which was "hard to watch". That was the view of his former team-mate Nico Rosberg who found it difficult to see the seven-time Formula 1 champion to struggle as he did in Barcelona. It had been a strong qualifying performance from Hamilton, who went fifth fastest. He started two places ahead of team-mate Charles Leclerc and said before the race that he was targeting his first Grand Prix podium as a Ferrari driver. But it turned out that qualifying result would be the highlight of his weekend. Hamilton struggled for pace throughout the 66 laps around the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and cut a glum figure as he reacted to it. "It was just not a great day," he muttered, speaking to Sky Sports after the race, adding: "Strategy was food, the team did a great job. When pressed for more detail, Hamilton made it clear he was not in a talkative mood. Sign up to our free weekly F1 newsletter, Pit Lane Chronicle, by entering your email address below so that every new edition lands straight in your inbox! The Brit said: "I just had a really bad day and I've got nothing to say. It was a difficult day, there's nothing else to add to it, it's terrible." And when interviewer Rachel Brookes ended the conversation by saying she hoped Ferrari would be able to figure things out for him soon, Hamilton made it clear he is blaming himself for his woes as he replied: "I'm sure they won't, it's probably just me." Speaking on Sky directly after that interview was broadcast, Hamilton's old Mercedes team-mate Rosberg seemed concerned. "It's hard to watch," the German said. "Today was a horrible day for him because he was just slow out there, which is very unusual. "Yes, sometimes he's been a little bit off in qualifying but usually he's still really really awesome, and today the race was just shockingly bad. And he doesn't have answers either, so did he have damage on the floor? Because these floors are so sensitive and there can be a little bit there and you can lose a lot of time. "When you don't have answers, it's always really tough as a driver. And then you see your team-mate racing up all the way to third place and being on the podium. In light of the whole season he's had so far, it's a really dark situation." There was some joy to be found for Ferrari, though, with Leclerc able to make progress. He had gambled on saving an extra set of tyres for the race and that paid off, the Monegasque cutting through from seventh on the grid to secure his third podium of the season.
