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Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
32 campers lose shoes in Grand Teton. Now, rangers say sneaky creature to blame
A sneaky creature has been stealing shoes from campsites at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, rangers said. But even after rangers put up signs warning campers not to leave shoes outside their tents, shoes kept going missing. 'A few weeks ago, we started getting reports of a fox stealing shoes from campers,' officials said in a July 10 post on Instagram. 'After 19 shoes went missing, we made signs asking folks to store their footwear in tents, vehicles, or bear boxes. Now? The fox's stash is up to 32.' The video shows signs saying the fox was 'wanted: for grand theft of footwear' and that it had been '0 days since last fox/shoe incident.' The signs also encouraged campers to report foxes that approached people in an unusually bold manner. Some campers apparently thought that meant they should leave their shoes out for the fox, the video says. It's set to an audio snippet of King Julien from the movie 'Madagascar' and shows a taxidermy fox saying it's had enough shoe 'sacrifices.' 'What does the fox do with the shoes? We still don't know,' officials said. 'Maybe it's a toy. Maybe it's a nesting material collection. Maybe it's fashion.' What they do know is it's more than just a bad habit — it could be putting the fox in danger. 'Whatever the reason, one thing is clear: the more time this fox spends around humans, the more dangerous things get for the fox,' officials said. 'Even unintentional behavior like leaving shoes out 'just in case he visits' teaches wildlife that people = opportunity. And that can lead to relocation … or worse.' Officials warned against baiting wildlife with belongings. 'Let wildlife be wildlife — not campground mascots,' officials said. 'Scare, don't stare. If a fox shows up, make noise and encourage it to move along. Wild animals need to stay wild.' In a comment under the post, park officials explain that though the reel 'uses humor to get viewers' attention … the message behind it is serious: feeding or encouraging wildlife (even unintentionally) can put animals at risk.' 'Sometimes, lighthearted storytelling can help people connect with an issue they might otherwise ignore or think doesn't apply to them. But we never mean to make light of the potential consequences,' officials said. 'We truly appreciate and share everyone's concern for the fox's well-being. It's a great reminder of why this message matters!' A few people confirmed the phenomenon in the comments or shared their experiences with wild thieves at other campgrounds. 'We can confirm!!' someone wrote. 'We camped 2 nights at Lizard Creek last week and the fox got 3 shoes while we were there. One was found down the road, but was pretty useless as the matching shoe was gone forever.' One person said what was left unsaid in the post. 'Habituation kills animals,' they said. 'It's all cute and fun when a shoe goes missing. When foxes start to ramp up any kind of behavior that scares humans? They can be destroyed.'
Khaleej Times
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: Fun things to do with the family from March 21-23
Know what you are doing this weekend? There are laughter-filled, magical evenings calling your name. Or, if you want a kid-friendly day out, that's possible too. Here's a look at some fun ways to spend the days. Indulge in fun and games Get ready for a wild ride kids, complete with heart-pumping action, cool shows, and free – yes, free – ice cream. Motiongate Dubai, the Hollywood-inspired theme park, has a bunch of kid-friendly pop-ups this month. Young ones can exercise their creative juices at the Colouring Corner, where they'll get a complimentary funbook filled with games and stickers and later, tuck into free ice cream (on Friday). There are also some fun shows on the agenda including the Kung Fu Academy Show, King Julien's Sideshow, and Just Smurf It! Show. Besides these limited-period draws, there are 29 ridess to choose from. That's right, it's time for fun, fun, fun. Dh295 (adult); Dh231 (there's a 30 per cent discunt for kids up to 12 years old). Until March 23. Dubai Parks and Resorts Time for class Have kids, will play. Get ready for some giggles and shouts when the kiddos head to Chaihona The Greens where they can enjoy 30-minute sessions of activities such as face painting, arts and crafts, painting, and sensory play. The sessions are free but you do need to book your little one in. Free. Every Sunday, noon-2pm. Chaihona Greens Celebrate Mother's Day This Friday, take your mum on an adventure. Check out our things to do on Mother's Day for ideas. One cool option is Dip Dash, where you can order their favourite sushi from the menu and the restaurant will add her initials on the plate. The place is a vegetarian Pan-Asian gem where food is all about fresh flavours. At the end of the meal, mum will also be treated to a complimentary cheesecake. Various. Mar 21. Dip Dash Restaurant & Café, Al Barsha – Dubai. Abracadabra! Get ready for a trick (or five) and a treat this weekend for magician Rob Lake is coming to the city. The American's Got Talent showman is bringing his bag of unbelievable acts to the stage, so be ready to gasp and clap as the show goes on. From Dh195. Mar 21-23. 3pm (Mar 21 and 23) and 8.30pm (Mar 22 and Mar 23). Dubai World Trade Centre. Laugh out loud Giggle the evening away with this gig. Dubomedy, Dubai's comedy community, is paying host to an evening of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and power-packed words. The event promises entertainment, culture, and community. Free. Sat Mar 22, from 9pm. Rove Hotel Downtown Dubai.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Universal: Ticket sales start for Volcano Bay after-hours event
Universal Orlando is now selling tickets to its new after-hours event, Volcano Bay Nights. The limited-capacity gathering will be held at Universal's water park on five Saturdays in April and May. Volcano Bay Nights will include access to 10 of the park's slides and attractions, a beach party with DJ in the shadow of the 200-foot faux volcano and meet-and-greets with several DreamWorks characters such as Shrek, King Julien from 'Madagascar' and Guy Diamond from 'Trolls.' Customers also will receive select island-themed treats (spicy shrimp, cheesy seashell pasta) and a Volcano Bay Freestyle souvenir cup as part of admission. Attractions scheduled to be available on Volcano Bay Nights include the Krakatau aqua coaster, Ko'okiri body plunge, Kala and Tai Nui serpentine body slides, Ohyah and Ohno drop slides, Honu and Ika Moana raft rides, Waturi Beach, Kopiko Wai lazy river and Runamukka Reef, a children's play area. A one-night admission is $99 per person. Private cabanas for the event start at $249.99 and must be booked at the water park's concierge huts on the day of the event. Specialty food and beverages will be available for purchase at the park's Kohola Reef Restaurant and Social Club, Dancing Dragons Boat Bar and Koka Poroka Ice Cream Kona. There are annual passholder discounts for tickets and for food and non-alcoholic beverages. SeaWorld Orlando announces more Seven Seas concerts The event-exclusive hours for Volcano Bay Nights are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.; ticketholders can start experiencing the water park at 4 p.m. For more information and ticket purchases, go to dbevil@ Disney: Virtual queue going away for Tiana, Cosmic Rewind rides
