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Shirley, an orangutan living at a Malaysian zoo, became famous for her ability to smoke cigarettes. She has since been taken away by wildlife officials who don't want her smoking anymore. –The Sun
Two black Labrador retrievers ran onto a runway at Juneau International Airport in Alaska, delaying the landing of an Alaska Airlines flight. One of the dogs has been caught. –AP
Two horses in Massachusetts have been getting their tail hairs plucked and stolen on a regular basis, but for reasons unknown. They have otherwise not been injured. –CapeCodOnline
A pack of coyotes has taken over an abandoned and burned-out home in Southern California. Authorities are discussing whether to set traps in the home. –L.A. Now
British comedian David Walliams took a questionable swim through the Thames River on Saturday for a fundraising event and ended up rescuing a drowning dog. While the young Labrador survived, Thames River experts are worried about Walliams's health; the river is polluted and isn't recommended for swimming. –Starpulse.com
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