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Science

Amputee Elephant Walks Again Thanks To Incredibly Strong Artificial Limb

2:15AM August 17, 2009 | Jack Loftus

Motola, like so many who must share their lives with former war zones and forgotten minefields, lost a limb in 1999. Thankfully, she walked again today courtesy modern medicine and an artificial limb. The thing is, she’s an elephant. More »


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World’s First “Bionic” Goose Is Probably Less Bionic Than Dick Cheney

3:00AM July 12, 2009 | Dan Nosowitz

This little gosling is adorable, sure, and we’re glad its broken leg was repaired so well. But we’re not sure a leg brace really counts as “bionic.” More »


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Warning! Cat Pee And Laptops Do Not Mix

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9:30AM July 6, 2009 | Nick Broughall

Another reason I’m glad I’m a dog person: Fire crews in Queensland are investigating whether a house fire on the Gold Coast was started by a cat peeing on the family laptop. More »


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Tonka the Bionic Tortoise Gets Wheels Upgrade, Kicks Hares Arse in a Race

3:40AM May 29, 2009 | Adam Frucci

How do you upgrade a tortoise? With wheels, of course! Say hello to Tonka the tortoise.

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Gadgets

The PowerLoo Flushes Dog Poop, Along With $US1000 Of Your Hard Earned Money

3:40AM May 27, 2009 | Mark Wilson

If I could pay $1000 to never pick up a dog’s feces, I might spend that money. Alas, the PowerLoo does not prevent that egobreaking act.

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Entertainment

Whac-A-Kitty Is a Case of Cruel and Unusual Cuteness

5:19AM May 22, 2009 | Mark Wilson

In the war between Man and Machine, kittens are a toss up of allegiance.

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Cameras

Who Knew There Was So Much Advice To Give On Photographing Pets?

12:30PM May 19, 2009 | Brian Lam

Pets can be difficult to photograph. Once, someone quoted me $US1000 for a pet portrait! The NYTimes has a long interview with Li Ward on how to do it best.

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Time Catsule

12:40AM May 16, 2009 | Mark Wilson

My cat discovers yet another of life’s simple pleasures: The sensation of $US500 warming one’s butt.

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Science

Astronimals: The Unsung Heroes of Space Travel

11:00AM May 7, 2009 | John Herrman

Astroblogger Leroy Chiao belongs to an elite, exclusive club of earthlings who have ventured into space. Also in that club? Animals. Lots of them. This is tribute to the world’s bravest astronimals.

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Cars

Pet Airways Is the World’s First Pet-Only Airline

5:00PM May 2, 2009 | Andi Wang

Pet Airways was designed to cater to, yes, your best friend. With potty breaks and attendants checking on your pet’s comfort, they’ll travel in the lap of luxury. Sort of.

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