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India Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
Video: Russian boxer gives orangutan her vape to puff, sparks outrage
A Russian boxer is facing backlash after a video surfaced of her giving a vape to an orangutan at a safari park in Crimea. The footage, which quickly went viral online, shows the orangutan, named Dana, inhaling the vape several Luchkina, 24, who recently turned professional in boxing, was identified as the culprit in the video. The incident took place at the Taigan Safari Park, where Dana -- the only orangutan in Crimea -- has lived since video was first shared on social media, where users expressed shock and concern. Many viewers called the act irresponsible and harmful, since orangutans are an endangered species. Some users commented that the video showed "typical influencer behaviour," while others called it "disgusting" and "deeply unhealthy." HEALTH CONCERNS FOR ORANGUTAN The safari park has confirmed that Dana has not been well since the incident. Staff believe the orangutan may have swallowed one of the vape cartridges, which typically contain 2.5 to 3 ml of nicotine liquid. Since then, Dana has shown worrying symptoms -- she has refused food and has not interacted with are currently running tests to determine the extent of the damage. Since the orangutan is included in the "Red Book" of endangered species, it is given extra protection. Officials from the zoo are taking the matter seriously and investigating the circumstances surrounding the to park rules, it is strictly forbidden for park visitors to tease or frighten animals. Other guidelines prohibit reaching through bars or nets to the animals and throwing objects into enclosures. During the incident, these regulations were obviously MAY FACE BAN AND FINELocal news outlet reported that Luchkina may face a fine and could be banned from the Taigan Safari Park. Her coach, Vladimir Akatov, told reporters, "I didn't know Anastasia was a smoker. She is currently on holiday. We will definitely discuss this matter when she returns."Luchkina made her professional debut just last month in India, where she lost her first fight against Indian boxer Vinaskshi by unanimous decision at the King of the Himalayan Ring event in Himachal Pradesh.- Ends
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Shocking moment MMA star gives orangutan a VAPE sparking furious backlash as she faces punishment
AN MMA fighter has sparked a furious backlash after giving an orangutan a VAPE. Anastasia Luchkina shared a video of the shocking moment on social media. 2 Anastasia Luchkina has sparked backlash for giving a vape to an orangutan Credit: X 2 The poor caged primate could be seen taking a puff from the vape Credit: X Luchkina, 24, is seen taking a drag of the vape herself before handing it to the caged orangutan through a wired fence. The primate puts its mouth to the vape and then backs away before exhaling a cloud of vapour. She continues to give the The incident occurred while the Russian visited the Taigan Park Zoo in Crimea. READ MORE IN SPORT Luchkina is now facing a furious backlash from MMA fans for her actions. One posted on social media: "That's abuse." A second wrote: "Idiot of the idiots." A third commented: "What is wrong with people." Most read in MMA A fourth said: "Just disgusting behaviour and she should not be allowed to fight again". Another added: "Leave the animal alone!" MMA referee screams at doctors to help as former UFC star carried out of cage after sickening kick to testicles Reports have claimed the orangutan is okay after being given the vape. It is also suggested that Luchkina could be fined and banned from the zoo. SunSport has reached out to PETA for comment In Luchkina's one and only pro fight, she was beaten by Indian fighter Vinaskshi by unanimous decision The clash took place during the King of the Himalayan Ring in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh last month.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Shocking moment MMA star gives orangutan a VAPE sparking furious backlash as she faces punishment
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANASTASIA LUCHKINA has sparked a furious backlash after giving an orangutan a vape. The MMA fighter shared a video of the shocking moment on social media. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Anastasia Luchkina has sparked backlash for giving a vape to an orangutan Credit: X 2 The poor caged primate could be seen taking a puff from the vape Credit: X Luchkina, 24, could be seen taking a drag of the vape herself before handing it to the orangutan through a wired fence. The primate put its mouth to the vape and then backed away before exhaling a cloud of vapour. She then continued to give the orangutan puffs from the vape in the video. The incident occurred while the Russian visited the Taigan Park Zoo in Crimea. READ MORE IN SPORT SUE-PER CHOICE Sue Barker returns to Wimbledon in new role a year after emotional interview Luchkina is now facing a furious backlash from MMA fans for her actions. One posted on social media: "That's abuse." A second wrote: "Idiot of the idiots." A third commented: "What is wrong with people." A fourth said: "Just disgusting behaviour and she should not be allowed to fight again". Another added: "Leave the animal alone!" MMA referee screams at doctors to help as former UFC star carried out of cage after sickening kick to testicles Reports have claimed the orangutan is okay after being given the vape. It is also suggested that Luchkina could be fined and banned from the zoo. SunSport has reached out to PETA for comment In Luchkina's one and only pro fight, she was beaten by Indian fighter Vinaskshi by unanimous decision The clash took place during the King of the Himalayan Ring in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh last month.
