Farmer says virtual fencing ‘appropriate’, but RSPCA says electric shock causes ‘acute stress’ to animals

Farmer says virtual fencing ‘appropriate’, but RSPCA says electric shock causes ‘acute stress’ to animals

Momentum is growing in one of Australia’s largest cattle-producing states to overturn a ban on virtual fencing technology. Key points:The legislation restricts the use of virtual fencing in NSW, Victoria, SA, NT and ACT, with exceptions for research purposesRSPCA is opposed to using devices that provide an electric shock to animalsCSIRO researcher says welfare impact of virtual

11 Rare Vintage Photos of Lou Reed

11 Rare Vintage Photos of Lou Reed

“Venus in Furs” Getty ImagesReed is pictured here in 1965 with his Velvet Underground band members performing their song “Venus in Furs.” The tune was inspired by a book of the same name by Austrian writer Leopold von Sacher-Masoch. A Perfect Day Getty ImagesThe rocker was photographed in London in 1972—the same year he famously

Indian PM’s advisors suggest AI might lead to ‘mass schizophrenia’

Indian PM’s advisors suggest AI might lead to ‘mass schizophrenia’

India’s Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EACPM) has penned a document warning that current global AI regulations are likely to be ineffective, and recommended regulating the technology with alternative tactics – like those used in financial markets. The Council is very worried about AI. Its document warns “Through a combination of surveillance, persuasive

At First Resonator Awards, It’s Not Just About Female Music Stars, but the Women Behind Them, as Producers and Engineers Get the Spotlight

At First Resonator Awards, It’s Not Just About Female Music Stars, but the Women Behind Them, as Producers and Engineers Get the Spotlight

“If you’re here, you already ‘get it,’” SiriusXM host Jenny Eliscu declared at the Resonator Awards, held Tuesday to honor six trailblazing women — recording artists Alanis Morissette, Caroline Polachek, and Corinne Bailey Rae, and behind-the-scenes innovators Catherine Marks, Laura Sisk, and Jennifer Decilveo — for their work as producers, engineers and mixers. The inaugural

Regulator searches home of B.C. ‘childbirth activist’ with history of unauthorized midwifery

Regulator searches home of B.C. ‘childbirth activist’ with history of unauthorized midwifery

The B.C. College of Nurses and Midwives is investigating reports that a self-described “childbirth activist” from Vancouver Island has been offering unauthorized midwifery services, in violation of a decades-old court order. Earlier this week, BCCNM investigators, accompanied by RCMP officers, conducted a search of Gloria Lemay’s home in Duncan, seizing evidence “related to her ongoing

Canadian intelligence knows China meddled in last two elections, says report released by CSIS

Canadian intelligence knows China meddled in last two elections, says report released by CSIS

Canada knows China tried to influence the last two federal elections, according to a top secret briefing report obtained by Global News that said the government “must do more” to fight foreign interference. “We know that the PRC sought to clandestinely and deceptively influence the 2019 and 2021 federal elections,” according to the briefing released

The Ultimate Gift Guide For the Swifties in Your Life (Taylor’s Version)

The Ultimate Gift Guide For the Swifties in Your Life (Taylor’s Version)

Image Sources: Amazon.com / Urbanoutfitters.com and Photo illustration: Becky Jiras As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Got a few Swifties in your life? Look no

Children’s Nightgowns Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Regulations; Imported by Shenzhen Weite Information Technology Co., Ltd.; Sold Exclusively by Ekouaer at Amazon.com

Children’s Nightgowns Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Regulations; Imported by Shenzhen Weite Information Technology Co., Ltd.; Sold Exclusively by Ekouaer at Amazon.com

Description: This recall involves Ekouaer girl’s nightgowns made of 95% cotton and 5% spandex, with a screen print on the chest. The nightgowns were sold in short sleeves in sizes 110, 120, 130, 140 and 150. The nightgowns were sold in the following 13 colors: clear blue, lilac, light blue, light green, light gray, gray

Legendarni duet slavi 40 godina prvog singla: Bioskopskoj publici poklonili koncertni film

Legendarni duet slavi 40 godina prvog singla: Bioskopskoj publici poklonili koncertni film

Upravo jedan takav film večeras je počelo da emituje više od 1.400 bioskopa u 50 zemalja, a na repertoaru će opet biti i za vikend. Riječ je o live koncertu legendarnog britanskog synth-pop disko dua Pet Shop Boys. Bend koji djeluje već 43 godine, publici širom planete predstavlja “Pet Shop Boys Dreamworld: The Hits Live”

Extradited Autonomy founder Mike Lynch sues SFO over data request

Extradited Autonomy founder Mike Lynch sues SFO over data request

Mike Lynch, the technology tycoon once lauded as the UK’s answer to Bill Gates and now facing criminal fraud charges in the US, is suing the Serious Fraud Office. Lynch, who was extradited to the US last year to face trial over allegations he duped Hewlett-Packard into overpaying when it struck an $11bn (£8.6bn) deal