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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Clay County hosts drive-thru pet vaccine clinic in Henrietta
HENRIETTA (KFDX/KJTL) — Vaccinations are essential for all pets, but in rural areas, there is a greater risk due to rabies-infected wildlife. To help curb these risks, Clay County will host a county-wide vaccination clinic on Thursday, May 29, from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Bridge Street Annex parking lot in Henrietta. The drive-thru clinic will offer Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Kennel cough, Rattlesnake and Flu vaccines for dogs and rabies and feline leukemia vaccines for cats. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
India.com
4 days ago
- General
- India.com
This snake has world's largest fang, it looks like a..., the name is..., not King Cobra or Black Mamba
This snake has world's largest fang, it looks like a..., the name is…, not King Cobra or Black Mamba Gaboon Viper: Snakes are indeed one of the most mysterious creatures in the world. They are one of the most brutal killers of nature, and they show no mercy to their prey. Interestingly, snakes are considered evil in some religions, while others worship the serpent-like gods. The rainforest located in the savannas of sub-Saharan Africa is home to the continent's most lethal predators, which are well protected in the forest. Among these predators, a slithering creature, underestimated by its size and potent venom, is known for its speed and attack. In fact, one walking near one might never even know this dangerous snake is there, until it's too late. We are talking about the dangerous Gaboon viper. This serpent doesn't hiss like a King Cobra or rattle like a Rattlesnake or even chase; rather, it waits motionless, using its camouflaging strategy with surprising perfection. The Gaboon Viper The Gaboon viper is the heaviest venomous snake in Africa, stretching up to six feet and weighing as much as 25 pounds. With a broad, leaf-shaped head and patterns that look like dead leaves and bark, this serpent almost disappears into its surroundings. The Gaboon Viper is the heaviest venomous snake in the entire Africa. With a stretch of up to six feet, it weighs as much as 25 pound (approx 11.3 kgs). Invisible In Plain Sight Gaboon vipers are masters of disguise, their intricate coloration blending seamlessly with the forest floor. This exceptional camouflage makes them incredibly difficult to spot, even for experienced reptile experts. They remain motionless for extended periods, patiently ambushing unsuspecting prey. While generally slow-moving, their strike is remarkably fast, a characteristic likely developed to minimize energy expenditure while maximizing hunting success. The Venom Notably, the Gaboon Viper's venom is not the most toxic in the world but what matters is the quantity. As per Forbes, Gaboon Viper is inject between 200 to 1000 milligrams of venom per bite. This quantity of venom surpasses the quantity of the inland taipan and Russell's viper in venom yield. Its exceptionally large venom glands allow it to produce a significant amount of venom. The Largest Fangs Gaboon vipers is loaded with the world's longest snake fangs, reaching up to two inches in length. These exceptionally long fangs fold back when the mouth is closed, enabling deep venom injection and rapid incapacitation of prey. While possessing a potent venom delivery system, the Gaboon viper is generally docile and rarely bites humans unless threatened. However, habitat loss due to deforestation and development in sub-Saharan Africa has led to the species being classified as vulnerable by the IUCN.
Tatler Asia
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
The best new cocktail menus for 2025
Jigger & Pony 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, Amara Hotel, S(088539) Cat Bite Club Above Cat Bite Club's Liver Let Die features chicken pâté-washed mezcal alongside tarragon and sherry (Photo: Allyson Chin) Time for some mezcal mischief as classics get claws at this agave sanctuary. Expect sharpened classics alongside their agave alter ego in this latest collection, where the championing spirit of agave and rice spirits stays true to their mission. Take the Alaska, where the spirited classic is enhanced by a melon-infused gin, while the riff, Liver Let Die, features chicken pâté-washed mezcal alongside tarragon and sherry. Harry Craddock's Rattlesnake is respectfully reinterpreted with Scotch whisky, maple, cinnamon, citrus, and a splash of Worcestershire, while the contrasting tribute, 24 Karrot, boldly blends Korean soju and moutai in a riff that fleshes out flavours of carrot and pecan. Meanwhile, house favourites have expanded, and the irreverent Meow Now Brown Cow remains, pleasing regulars with an update of banana, coffee and vanilla. In case you missed it: Sips, not shots: How tequila is becoming popular in Asia for all the right reasons Cat Bite Club 75 Duxton Road, Singapore 089534 Manhattan Above Midnight Kiss from the Winter season (Photo: Manhattan) The New York state of mind is an ever-changing cocktail calendar of seasons at the iconic Manhattan. Masterminded by head bartender Zana Möhlmann, a string of 31 cocktails, each representing the Big Apple's culture, climate, and hallmark moments, is a literal calendar you can drink. Headliners include spring's Where the Boys Are, a clever tequila-mezcal union lifted by citrus, berries, and a dehydrated plum; summer's It's Gettin' Hot in Here arrives at precisely 70 degrees Celsius in a teacup atop concrete, a nod to the sun-soaked streets of New York; autumn's Tatami Shot is a defying act of combining Japanese whisky, baijiu, and a lemon-mushroom oleo that reminds of an espresso martini. Don't sleep on the rickhouse either, where new additions of barrel-aged expressions lie alongside cocktail collaborations from Melbourne's Millie Tang and London's Connaught Bar. Nutmeg & Clove Above The Pin Cushion is a sexy bergamot and patchouli-laced martini (Photo: Nutmeg & Clove) Another year, another toast! Nutmeg & Clove turns 11 and drops the latest liquid menu inspired by 12 iconic local businesses that have shaped Lion City's rich heritage. What feels like a heartfelt tribute to the local community, where every drink is a history lesson you would gladly stay back for, standouts include the Pin Cushion, a sexy bergamot and patchouli-laced martini dedicated to C. Armani Tailors in Far East Plaza; Ripple 75, a toothsome twist of a raspberry ripple-inspired French 75; and the Pasar Punch, a clarified milk punch that balances tropical passionfruit with cucumbers and peppercorns. Of course, always arrive hungry as the modern Asian plates like the crispy rojak brussel sprouts and har cheong pork collar bites do enough to warrant a second serve. Read more: Veteran bartender Colin Chia reflects on Nutmeg & Clove's most memorable stories ahead of its 10th anniversary Nutmeg & Clove 8 Purvis Street, S(188587) Fura Above Fura's New New Yuck is a bright yet savoury gin sour that headlines with seaweed (Photo: Kahying) Only more provocative pours at Fura as part two of the Journal of Future Foods drops. Transforming environmental necessity into a sensorial affair, expect boundary pushing tipples such as the New New Yuck, a bright yet savoury gin sour that headlines with seaweed, alongside shio kombu and a warm lime leaf coconut white chocolate foam; and A Quail Walks Into a Martini, essentially combining cell-cultured quail-infused gin, dry vermouth, and caramelised fennel puree, to deliver a rather dystopian dry martini. Otherwise, hallmarks from the debuting menu like jellyfish martini, mealworm margarita, and a black garlic caviar-themed number, remain expertly balanced so much so that you'll forget you're sipping tomorrow's survival manual. Fura 74A Amoy Street, Singapore 069893 Moga Above The Dirty Sake-tini is a savoury riff with sake, shochu, and pickling brine (Photo: Moga) Drawing inspiration from Japan's vibrant, convention-defying modan gāru icons, Moga celebrates culinary heritage, unrestrained by tradition, thanks to new bar manager Gavin Teverasan (formerly of 28 HongKong and Nutmeg & Clove). Dive into two distinct sections: eight Izakaya-inspired cocktails, designed to be unfussy and crushable, paying homage to Japan's diverse flavours; and eight modern cocktails, bold reimaginings of classics with Japanese twists. Highlights include The Frozen Drink, an alcoholic take on matcha anmitsu with ice-blended whisky and matcha, a calamansi-laced Gimlet, and the adventurous Dirty Sake-tini, a savoury riff with sake, shochu, and pickling brine. For the peckish, consider modern Asian or Japanese plates, from spicy fat clams and crispy pepper squid to fresh sashimi and sushi rolls. Moga Address: 1 Hill Street, Pullman Singapore Hill Street, S(179949) White Shades Above Street Corn Canvas is featured in level two of White Shades (Photo: White Shades) Multi-concept booze den White Shades debuts a bar-hopping experience within its four-storey heritage shophouse. From rejuvenated Japanese izakaya-themed eats at the ground-floor highball bar, refreshing tapped and sparkling cocktails on the laid-back rooftop bar, to a spanking new cocktail and food menu on the sophisticated second-storey cocktail, White Shades is the cocktail fan's ultimate playground. Fancy a fuss-free bar hop? Guests who opt for the Hopping through the Shades experience can enjoy a cocktail from each level, which unlocks access to a secret speakeasy where the owner tailors a tea-inspired nightcap just for you. White Shades 25 Boon Tat Street, S(069622)
