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TL/DR - Dogs across the U.S. are falling ill due to a mysterious respiratory illness, which has been fatal in some cases. Researchers believe the cause could be a new bacterial infection, with symptoms including coughing, difficulty breathing, nasal discharge, lethargy, and loss of appetite; in rare cases, it has turned into pneumonia. The…

TL/DR - The Salvation Army in Marquette County, Michigan, provided a free Thanksgiving lunch for the community, feeding over 150 people. The meal was open to all ages, aiming to promote community involvement and ensure no one spent the holiday alone. The organization received cookie donations from the local Panera Bread and expressed gratitude to…

TL/DR - The startup Hoofprint Biome is developing a novel method to reduce methane emissions from cattle and help combat climate change. The company, which was launched by North Carolina State University (NC State) alumni, seeks to control the gut microbiome of cows through a yeast probiotic carrying special enzymes that could naturally prevent…

TL/DR - A triple shooting on Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia led to a significant blockage of the highway during the Wednesday morning commute. The shooting, which occurred near the Academy Road exit at around 2:40 a.m., resulted in three victims, all in their 20s, with one in critical condition. The highway was reopened at 9:30 a.m., and…