Lolita, a Miami Seaquarium whale with her own fan club, died Friday from an unspecified ailment related to her kidneys, a nonprofit group dedicated to her care announced. Also known as Tokitae and Toki, the orca captured in 1970 off the Washington state coast was to be returned to a custom enclosure in her home… Continue reading Lolita, popular Miami Seaquarium orca, dies ahead of planned release to her natural habitat
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As pet insurance becomes more popular, pet owners fret about rising prices, denied claims and long waits for reimbursement
When Jeff Foose welcomed Lucy, a Boston terrier, into his family in 2014, protecting her health was a big concern. His veterinarian recommended pet health insurance from a company called Trupanion, and Foose bought in. He appreciated that the company’s policy promised it would never raise his premiums by more than 20% a year. That… Continue reading As pet insurance becomes more popular, pet owners fret about rising prices, denied claims and long waits for reimbursement
Woman critical after shark attack at popular New York City beach
A woman was in critical condition following a shark attack Monday off Rockaway Beach, one of the New York City’s most popular Atlantic coast attractions, authorities said. The attack was reported at 5:49 p.m., in the water at 59th Street, according to the New York Police Department’s public information office. She remained in critical condition… Continue reading Woman critical after shark attack at popular New York City beach