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Trump's new two-week negotiating window sets off scramble to restart stalled Iran talks; Public lands supporters to rally during Santa Fe governors' meeting; ASU launches initiative to build 'stronger news ecosystem'; 'Dr. Beetle': Local biology teacher uses art to pique curiosity about bugs.

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White House says decision on Iran strikes will come in two weeks. Conservatives in Congress demand answers on former President Biden's mental acuity, and a new lawsuit could change Maryland's primary election process.

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Giant data centers powering artificial intelligence want cheap rural land but some communities are pushing back, Hurricane Helene mobilized a North Carolina town in unexpected ways, and Cherokee potters make ceramics that honor multiple generations.

Animal Welfare

Veterinarians said when there is a bout of unhealthy air from wildfire smoke and you have to get your pet some outside time, mornings are best when the weather is cooler. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Protecting furry friends from wildfire smoke

Minnesota's transition to the warmer months has been rough when factoring in air quality. Just like in 2023, there are occasional bouts of unhealthy …

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Christina Eastman, a fifth-generation farmer who is a co-founder of Farmers Against Foster Farms. Her farm is located next to a proposed CAFO site which has now been blocked. (Kendra Kimbirauskas)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

OR farmers block construction of new factory farm

By Nina B. Elkadi for Sentient Climate.Broadcast version by Isobel Charle for Oregon News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service …

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Most U.S. states have CAFOs, typically ranging from 100 to 1,000 animals, although a few have fewer than 10. (Lost_in_the_Midwest/Adobe Stock)
CAFO v. factory farm: What’s the difference?

By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Chrystal Blair for Missouri News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaborat…

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Around 5.8 million cats and dogs were taken to shelters across the United States in 2024, down 1% from 2023. (hedgehog94/Adobe Stock)
Spay and neuter program designed to reduce stray animal population across TX

CLARIFICATION: An earlier version of this story described the spay/neuter effort as a "bill," rather than a pilot program. (12:16 a.m. MDT, June 16…

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California law bans unnecessary animal suffering but enforcement is rare in large-scale factory farms.(Adobe Stock)
Cal student faces prison for rescuing chickens

By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi for California News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabora…

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A single Abercrombie dairy facility will house 12,500 cows. Combined with the planned 25,000-cow Herberg site, these two operations will generate manure equivalent to that of a city of 1.5 million. (Adobe Stock)
ND mega-dairies draw criticism at Winnipeg news conference

North Dakota is facing growing opposition to two massive dairy operations planned near the Red River. Environmental advocates say the projects could …

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The temporary permitting process at Hobbs State Park includes specific collection zones, boundaries and safety requirements. Only dead trees impacted by the 2024 storm may be removed. (Kit Leong/Adobe Stock)
Firewood permits available for Arkansas' Hobbs Park

As the cleanup effort continues at Hobbs State Park Conservation Area in Rogers, officials with Arkansas State Parks have authorized a temporary …

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Until the 1960s, the New World screwworm was common across Mexico and the southern United States. But it was thought to be eradicated in the late 1950s. (Adobe Stock)
Oklahoma aims to protect livestock from possible screwworm outbreak

By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Mark Richardson for Oklahoma News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabora…

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Mountain lions and wolves have increasingly come into conflict with humans and livestock in California in recent years, resulting in calls to address the problem. (Vadosloginov/Adobe Stock)
Experts examine ethics of lethal animal population control in CA

By Amy McDermott for the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.Broadcast version by Suzanne Potter for California News Service reporting for…

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U.S. retail egg prices fell in April from the record-high prices they hit earlier this year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (Pixabay)
Corporate practices jack up Mississippi’s egg prices

By Grey Moran for Sentient.Broadcast version by Trimmel Gomes for Mississippi News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabora…

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Male pig castration is done to prevent unwanted breeding and improve meat quality. (Adobe Stock)
IN animal research lab reduced to shoestring staff

By Grey Moran for Sentient.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Indiana News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration The U…

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TX family transitions from growing chickens to growing hemp

An east Texas farming family is reaping the benefits after transitioning from industrial chicken farming to growing hemp. For 30 years, the Halley …

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