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Asahi Shimbun
3 days ago
- General
- Asahi Shimbun
Cocoa, an Amur tiger born with a disability, dies in zoo at age 17
Cocoa walks through the snow in her enclosure at Kushiro Zoo in Hokkaido in February 2013. (Provided by the zoo) KUSHIRO, Hokkaido—Cocoa, a beloved female Amur tiger known for her physical disability and resilience, passed away on June 18 at the age of 17, officials at Kushiro Zoo here announced. Zoo staff noticed Cocoa exhibiting signs of distress that evening through surveillance footage of her enclosure. Despite immediate emergency care by keepers and a veterinarian, Cocoa died 15 minutes later, at around 7:30 p.m. Cocoa was born in a near-stillborn state at the zoo in May 2008. She had a congenital condition that caused her hind legs to stiffen in a crisscross position, preventing her from fully straightening them. Her survival was uncertain at birth, but she defied the odds and became a figure deeply cherished by zoo visitors. In recent years, Cocoa showed signs of slowing down. Since the age of 15, she had largely stopped running outdoors and spent most of her time resting on a mattress in her enclosure. Cocoa's enclosure remained on display, as she seemed to enjoy watching visitors. To reduce any potential stress, viewing hours were kept short. However, the zoo suspended her public exhibition on June 17 to allow staff to closely monitor her condition and respond quickly to any sudden changes in her health. Zoo officials expressed gratitude to everyone who had loved and supported Cocoa, saying that she inspired many people. A memorial area has been set up in front of her enclosure, where visitors have placed flowers to honor the tiger who touched so many hearts.
Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Climate
- Bloomberg
Cocoa Declines From One-Week High as Rains Seen Benefiting Crops
Cocoa futures fell from a one-week high amid expectations that recent rains in the world's biggest producing region are expected to improve soil moisture and boost crops. Moderate to heavy rain fell over West Africa during the weekend, particularly in parts of Ivory Coast, Ghana, and Cameroon, according to a report by weather forecaster Vaisala on Monday. Isolated to scattered precipitation is likely to persist and help in crop growth in some areas, it said.
Newsweek
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
7 week old Labradors take first ever wagon ride in adorable video
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. From a dog that hilariously acts like a "drunk girl at 2 a.m." whenever he is near a bar to an animal so rare that it was dubbed a "ghost," we've enjoyed varied pet stories this week. But, alongside animal news and viral videos, we love sharing our readers' pets in our Newsweek Pet of the Week. If you want your pet to be featured next week, be sure to follow the instructions at the end of this story to get involved. Winner Pictures of the Labrador puppies having their first wagon ride. Pictures of the Labrador puppies having their first wagon ride. Larry Warvill This week's winners are an adorable group—a litter of 7-week-old Labrador retriever puppies caught on camera having their first-ever wagon ride. "We have been registered Labrador breeders for over 35 years," Larry Warvill, from Ontario, Canada, told Newsweek. "We show and train dogs." Just a week before the puppies head off to their new homes, they were given a special treat—their first wagon ride. In a heartwarming video, all of the puppies sit in the wagon together. "This was their first wagon ride," said Warvill. "They all enjoyed the ride." Finalists Rescue dog Cocoa posing for the camera. Rescue dog Cocoa posing for the camera. Donald Licciardo Our first finalist this week is Cocoa, a sweet and spirited rescue dog who now lives with owner Donald Licciardo after being abandoned. "She is a rescue dog someone abandoned, and I took her in," Licciardo told Newsweek. Despite uncertain beginnings, Cocoa has blossomed in her forever home and is a fantastic part of the family. "She is very timid yet bold," Licciardo said. "Very well behaved and I'm lucky she found me." Diesel the cat relaxing in his favorite sunshine spot. Diesel the cat relaxing in his favorite sunshine spot. Estelle Streeter Next up this week is much-loved cat Diesel who was adopted by owner Estelle Streeter two Christmases ago. Since joining the family, Diesel settled in quickly, and loves to balance rest and play in a way only a cat can, finding favorite spots to nap and for playtime activities. "He has adapted himself to this spot in our bedroom where the sun shines throughout the morning," Streeter told Newsweek. But when he isn't relaxing, Diesel is firmly in playtime mode: "He does have a climber and toys for exercise as well," the owner said. Woozoo the bird stands on the counter waiting for the toaster to be ready. Woozoo the bird stands on the counter waiting for the toaster to be ready. Pam Blower Last but not least this week is Woozoo, a delightful cockatiel who lives with owner Pam Blower. Adopted three years ago, Woozoo has become a beloved and spoiled member of the household, charming everyone with her quirky routines. The bird's most-endearing habit takes place at breakfast time: "She is so spoiled and flies over to the toaster oven and waits patiently for her toast every day," Blowers told Newsweek. If you think your pet could be next week's Newsweek "Pet of the Week," send us your funny and heartwarming videos and pictures of your pet, along with a bit about them to life@ and they could appear in our "Pet of the Week" lineup.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘Nowhere to go': Owner asks for community's help after her restaurant catches fire, closes
A Jamaican restaurant in University City is closed indefinitely after a fire significantly burned its interior. Cocoa's Jamaican Jerk was operating out of a food truck for ten years as the owner, Paula Brown, worked to open a brick-and-mortar location, she told Channel 9's Eli Brown. But on Saturday, the building caught fire, damaging much of its interior. 'It's just all gone,' Brown said. 'I'm sorry y'all. I worked hard.' The University City restaurant employed many students looking for job experience, Brown said. And much of her food went to people in need. 'When I came here, they grasped me, and they loved me, and I love them back,' she said. 'I love them back. I have so many friends here and so many associates, and that's something I've never had in my life.' READ: Hickory firefighter, 20, dies after medical emergency following overnight fire call She said she was working at Taste of Charlotte in uptown on Saturday when she got the call that a fire had started in her restaurant. The Charlotte Fire Department said the fire was accidental and likely electrical. Brand obtained surveillance footage that caught the sound of flames and the moment firefighters came running inside, but not much more. The lens was likely burned up by that point. Brown said many of the things in her restaurant that burned were handmade and some of it was sent to her from her now-deceased mother and sister. 'Coming here to Cocoa's was like coming out of my bedroom and into my living room,' she said. 'To invite people into my house and socialize and feed them and cook dinner and stuff like that. Now it's like I'm stuck in my bedroom. It's like there's nowhere to go.' She is asking for any help she can get. But she knows for sure she wants to leave behind Cocoa's as her legacy and a love letter to the city she calls home. 'I just wanted to be a part of something,' Brown said. 'In Charlotte, I felt a part of when I didn't feel a part of a lot of other things.' She told Brand that she is unsure of her next steps, but she had a big success at Taste of Charlotte, giving her some hope. Anyone who would like to help Brown and Cocoa's Jamaican Jerk can visit the Cocoa's Needs Us GoFundMe. WATCH: Hickory firefighter, 20, dies after medical emergency following overnight fire call
Zawya
09-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
DP World, JP Morgan in deal to boost trade finance availability
DP World Trade Finance and JP Morgan are collaborating to improve access to working capital in emerging markets, where supply chain disruptions and limited credit continue to hinder trade. The deal comes at a time when the world is facing a $2.5 trillion global trade finance gap, hindering the growth of global trade and impacting businesses worldwide. Many businesses are underserved by traditional financial institutions due to limited data on their creditworthiness, making it challenging for businesses to secure affordable credit, said DP World Trade Finance in its statement. This collaboration aims to address this gap and enables both companies to share the risk on trade finance transactions, it stated. The first transaction supported a leading global food company in procuring cocoa from Ivory Coast, one of the world's most important agri-export regions. This collaboration unlocked over $70 million in annual procurement opportunities for the client, and brought significant value into an emerging economy like Ivory Coast, it stated. Raj Jit Singh Wallia, Board Member, DP World Trade Finance, said: "This is a significant step in our mission to bridge the global trade finance gap and help businesses tap into new sources of funding. By leveraging risk-sharing mechanisms and combining them with logistics in one ecosystem, we reduce the overall credit risk profile and enhance liquidity in emerging markets." "This is one of many transactions stemming from our collaboration with JP Morgan. As regions like Central Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa continue to grow, we anticipate our work with JP Morgan will continue expanding into new markets," he added. James Fraser, Global Head of Trade & Working Capital, said: "At JP Morgan, we are committed to supporting global trade. Our collaboration with DP World Trade Finance allows us to offer innovative financing solutions that provide working capital to businesses while mitigating risk through DP World's expertise." "Looking ahead, we are excited to work together to explore and broaden access to structured trade finance in pivotal markets through innovative financial frameworks, he added. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
