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Hairy insects known as crazy ants are invading the U.S. Gulf coast, taking over homes in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida. Controlling populations is especially difficult because once a crazy ant is killed, more follow. –AP
Rock band The Flaming Lips has recorded a new six-hour song called "Found a Star on the Ground," possibly the longest single piece of music ever recorded, to benefit homeless animals in Oklahoma City. Proceeds from the project, which has raised $20,000 so far, will go to the Central Oklahoma Humane Society. –NewsOK.com
An abandoned and starving female terrier mix jumped out of a third-story window in Massachusetts, likely because she was desperate for food. The year-old dog broke some bones and is undergoing treatment. –New Bedford Standard Times
San Francisco's dog owners are numerous – there are more dogs than children in the city – and they are hoping their strength in numbers can create some political clout. They've formed a political action committee and are focusing on the upcoming mayoral election. –San Francisco Chronicle
A 6-month-old sheep has been brought up with a springer spaniel and acts just like a dog. He fetches, walks on leash and tries to bark, too. –Orange UK
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