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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rock Icon, 78, Makes Rare Charity Appearance With Beautiful Wife, 47
Rock Icon, 78, Makes Rare Charity Appearance With Beautiful Wife, 47 originally appeared on Parade. Classic rock legend stepped out for a rare charity event appearance with his stunning wife to support the Tusk Trust Limited in London on July 16, and the iconic couple was all smiles during the outing. The Rolling Stones guitarist, 78, posed alongside his partner, 47, while standing next to a massive turtle sculpture that Wood designed specifically for the charity. The couple looked very stylish during the outing, with the musician opting for skinny black trousers, a black patterned shirt, and a grey jacket. He also included some chunky white sneakers and black sunglasses to finish off the look. As for his wife, she rocked a gorgeous red patterned long-sleeved dress, which she paired with a gold purse, gold shoes, and gold sunglasses—and needless to say, her outfit was on point. Wood is a Tusk ambassador, so it makes sense to see him lending his artistic talents to them for a good cause. Tusk is, according to their website, 'a dynamic and adaptable organisation with over 30 years' experience initiating and funding wildlife conservation programmes across Africa.' Their Wednesday event was the launch of their Tusk Turtle Trail throughout London, which is a trail that hosts 16 different turtle sculptures designed by friends of the charity that are set up near famous landmarks and sights. Alongside Wood, various English writers and artists designed turtles for the project, which will be on display across London until September. Famous English comic John Cleese (and his wife, Jen) is also among those who designed a turtle. Tusk will have a live auction for the turtles in October, but in the meantime hopes they 'invite passersby to pause, reflect and engage with urgent marine conservation issues.' Wood and his wife last appeared at a charity event when they were photographed at Tusk's Conservation Awards back in November 2024. Rock Icon, 78, Makes Rare Charity Appearance With Beautiful Wife, 47 first appeared on Parade on Jul 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
4 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
South Florida rains may prompt more gator and snake sightings, officials warn
Rainfall totals on Monday matched forecasts of 1 to 3 inches across South Florida. And while the region avoided major flooding, the soggy conditions could still stir up some unexpected wildlife — namely, alligators and snakes. These animals are often displaced by rising water and may be spotted in neighborhoods, parks, or even roadways, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Although the FWC has not issued a new advisory tied specifically to Monday's storms, the agency has previously warned: "Alligators and snakes might be observed more frequently after a major storm event, especially in areas with flooding. Keep them at a distance and give them space." The FWC reminds residents not to feed or approach wild animals under any circumstances. Even animals that appear to be orphaned or abandoned may not be. "Rarely are animals actually orphaned; a parent could be searching for food or observing its young from a distance," the agency said in the prior release. For injured wildlife, residents are encouraged to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. A list by county is available at under "How You Can Conserve" → "Living with Wildlife" → "Injured and Orphaned Wildlife." Manatees may also become stranded during rough weather. "If you encounter a stranded, injured or dead manatee, do not attempt to handle it on your own," the FWC call the Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-3922. If an alligator poses a threat to people, pets or property, call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286). The FWC will dispatch a licensed trapper if needed.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Science
- CTV News
Belugas spotlighted on Arctic Sea Ice Day
Arctic Sea Ice Day this year is focused on Beluga whales, launching a live cam in Hudson Bay for people to watch them swim.
Forbes
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Viral Sensation Moo Deng's Turns One: Fans Gather To Celebrate Birthday (Photos)
Thousands of visitors gathered at a zoo in Thailand on Thursday to celebrate baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng's first birthday, months after social media videos of her antics made her a viral internet sensation. Moo Deng's fans gathered to celebrate the viral sensation's first birthday. Getty Images Khao Kheow Open Zoo, which is located around 60 miles south of Bangkok, is hosting a four-day festival to celebrate its star resident's first birthday, AFP reported. The first day of the celebration coincided with Asalha Puja, a public holiday in Thailand, and many fans gathered outside her enclosure to watch her eat a $3,000 (THB 100,000) tropical fruit platter arranged to resemble a birthday cake. The zoo also auctioned off several of Moo Deng's items, including a bathtub she used for $2,150 (THB 70,000) and a cast of her footprints for around $21,500 (THB 700,000), Reuters reported. Proceeds from the auction will be donated to a wildlife conservation fund, the report added. Moo Deng, whose name translates to 'Bouncy Pork' or 'Bouncy Pig' in Thai, was born at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo on July 10 last year. She became an immediate social media sensation after the zoo shared photos of her on Facebook. The baby pygmy hippo's name was chosen through a public vote, with over 20,000 people picking 'Moo Deng.' Moo Deng's popularity caused the zoo's traffic to double in September. However, people raised concerns about her well-being after videos emerged on social media showing visitors splashing water and throwing objects at her. The zoo eventually limited viewing times and installed security cameras to dissuade visitors from harassing their star attraction. The zoo has since trademarked Moo Deng's name to prevent unauthorized commercialization of her name and image. Tangent The pygmy hippo is native to Western Africa and is listed as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's Red List. According to the agency's estimates, only between 2,000 and 2,500 adult pygmy hippos remain in the wild, and their population is in decline. Moo Deng eats a fruit topped cake with her mother Jonah. Getty Images Thousands of vistors gathered at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo to celebrate Moo Deng's first birthday. AFP via Getty Images The zoo is holding a four day festival to celebrate viral baby pygmy hippo turning one. Getty Images The Khao Kheow Open Zoo saw a major boost in attendance last year after Moo Deng became a social ... More media star. Getty Images A $3,000 tropical fruit arrangement fashioned to look like a cake was presented to Moo Deng and her ... More mother. AFP via Getty Images Children pose for pictures with a giant Moo Deng during a celebration for her first birthday. Getty Images Visitors buy Moo Deng souvenirs at the zoo. Getty Images Thailand's adorable pygmy hippo Moo Deng has the kind of face that launches a thousand memes (Associated Press) A baby hippo is going viral - and paying the price (BBC)
New York Times
07-07-2025
- General
- New York Times
The Questions Started With the Wren
Of all the nest boxes in our yard, the Carolina chickadees always choose the hanging box in the rose arbor. Every year the female builds her beautiful nest of moss and lays her clutch of speckled eggs. How many eggs? I never know. With chickadees it can be as many as a dozen, as few as three. But if I hear the glorious, burbling river of song that means a northern house wren has arrived, I know the chickadees don't stand a chance. A house wren is a tiny, feathered terrorist. He pulls the nests out of occupied boxes and fills the unoccupied ones with sticks to prevent other birds from nesting there. He scoots unseen in the underbrush, emerging only to puncture the eggs and kill the young in any unguarded nest. If a house wren has any say in the matter, all the nests here are doomed. This year a house wren arrived on April 9. Less than a week later the chickadee nest was in tatters, tangled in the rose canes. I held my breath every time I checked the bluebird box, but the bluebirds held their own against the encroacher. All four of their babies grew up and safely flew into the trees. Bluebirds generally start nesting again very soon after their young fledge — while the male cares for the fledglings, the female builds a new nest — so I cleaned out the box, treated it with food-grade diatomaceous earth to keep the ants out, reinstalled the wire nest lift meant to thwart parasites and waited for round two. But when the bluebirds left the nest box this year, they also left the yard and did not return. Were they taking their babies as far from the house wren as they could get? The wren, meanwhile, continued his rounds, moving from nest box to nest box, laying claim to them all. A female wren, if one ever arrives, will have four empty boxes to choose from. Will one ever arrive? Or choose him if she does? I don't know. I've spent 30 years learning the ways of this wild yard, and still there are so many mysteries. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
