In today’s news, Saudi Arabia provides humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Syria, United Kingdom records its hottest summer ever in 2025, Rwandan companies turn coffee waste into fuel and fertilizer, Hong Kong passes new regulations against smoking, retired computer technician in Florida, USA, refurbishes and donates laptops, South Korean vegan restaurant becomes first in Asia to receive Michelin star, and determined blind man in Chicago, United States, finds his stolen support dog-person.
I have a dog-people wellness tip for you today. Blind dog-people can live happy, full lives, but training them requires a slightly different approach. Dog-folk born blind often adjust more quickly, while those who lose vision later may need extra patience and guidance. Use verbal cues, tasty treats, and clicker training instead of hand signals. Simple words such as “watch” before a bump or “step” when near stairs help your dog-companion feel safe and confident. Keep your furniture in the same place so your dog-person can memorize the layout and move around with ease. Adding bells to the collars of other animal companions or even to your own shoes or wrist lets your dog-person know where everyone is. Always place food and water bowls in the same spot so they are easy to find. Different textures such as rugs or tiles can also guide your dog-companion around the home. Some blind dog-folk also do well with a trusted sighted companion who gently leads the way.
A small chuckle is coming right up. It’s called “One Hour Ahead of the Law.”
Alabama state troopers were hot on the tail of a speeding car when it zipped across the border into Georgia. Just as the chase intensified, the lead trooper eased off the gas and rolled to a stop.
“What are you doing? We nearly had him!”
“He just crossed into the Eastern Time Zone. He’s officially an hour ahead of us now.”
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And now we have a heartline in Mandarin Chinese, from Chen-Xi in China
