11 heartbreaking signs your dog might be nearing end—and how to comfort them with love

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Monica Pop
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Everyone who has ever owned a dog will agree that these amazing creatures make our world more beautiful. Yes, we humans are very blessed these animals are part of our life. Their commitment and loyalty can’t be compared to any other.

Not only dogs make awesome pets, but they serve people in ways unimaginable. They help veterans who suffer from PTSD, serve as guide dogs for the disabled, and are part of the police departments.

Sadly, their life span is way shorter than ours, so we often face the painful task of letting them go far too soon.

When a dog is nearing the end, certain signs can reveal the difficult truth.

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1. Decreased Energy and Interest in Activities

When a dog starts losing interest in playtime or daily walks, it might mean their body is getting tired from old age or a disease. If your once playful four-legged companion rests more than usual, it could be a sign something isn’t right.

2. Behavioral Changes and Mood Swings

As dogs near the end, they might act differently, like clinging to you more than usual, withdraw, or seek isolation. In their last days, they may also show signs of confusion and disorientation.

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3. Difficulty with Bodily Functions

Struggling with accidents or incontinence may result from fading muscle strength or organ decline.

4. Loss of Appetite and Thirst

Most dogs get excited when it’s time to munch on their favorite food, but when their appetite decreases during their final days, it leads to weight loss, malnutrition, and dehydration. The loss of appetite affects the dog’s general well-being.

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5. Increased Fatigue and Extended Sleeping

If your dog is sleeping most of the time and shows no interest in the surrounding may be their quiet way of letting go. Such fatigue is typical in dogs experiencing advanced age or illness

6. Digestive Issues and Vomiting

Frequent vomiting, diarrhea, or signs of nausea may indicate serious internal issues with your canine.

However, while occasional digestive issues are not unusual, if persistent, they indicate serious issues.

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7. Labored or Irregular Breathing

Labored breathing, persistent coughing, or heavy panting may be caused by fluid in the lungs or other serious health issues. Any changes of this kind should be discussed with a veterinarian.

8. Changes in Gum Color

If the otherwise pink gums of your dog become pale, blue, or greyish, it may point to oxygen deprivation, anemia, or circulatory problems. These are all symptoms of declining health.

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9. Seizures or Tremors

Watching your dog have a seizure or shake uncontrollably can be terrifying. These symptoms may signal a serious problem, so don’t wait but seek immediate help from a vet.

10. Unusual Odors or Skin Changes

Changes like unusual smells, skin irritations, or a rough coat are signs of underlying issues with your dog. As they near their life, dogs may also develop lumps or sores.

11. Disinterest in Favorite Activities

Losing interest in favorite toys or interactions can be a sign your dog is preparing to say goodbye, both emotionally and physically.

Recognizing these signs can help you make informed choices about your dog’s care. Cherish the time remaining with your devoted companion, honoring the bond by ensuring their final days are marked by love and compassion.

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Why HR exec Kristin Cabot hasn’t been fired after Coldplay cheating scandal

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Kristin Cabot, HR exec of US data company Astronomer who found herself in the midst of an alleged cheating scandal at the Coldplay concert last week after she and the company’s CEO Andy Byron were captured on the jumbotron in an embrace, remains on leave.

The moment they spotted themselves on the big screen, Cabot hid her face with her hands, while Byron ducked down of sight. Their reaction prompted frontman Chris Martin to say jokingly, “Either they’re having an affair or they’re very shy.” The crowd started laughing, and the video of Cabot and Byron’s reaction went viral in a matter of minutes after a video from the embarrassing moment was shared on the social media.

According to their social media posts, it appears that both Byron and Cabot are married to other people, which only added a layer to the scandal. 

@instaagraace trouble in paradise?? 👀 #coldplay #boston #coldplayconcert #kisscam #fyp ♬ original sound – grace

Following the scandal, both Byron and Cabot were placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation into their relationship and potential breaches of company policies. Later, Byron resigned from the position of CEO, according to a statement shared by the billion dollar tech company.

On their LinkedIn profile, they wrote, “Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted. The Board will begin a search for our next Chief Executive as Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy continues to serve as interim CEO.

“Before this week, we were known as a pioneer in the DataOps space, helping data teams power everything from modern analytics to production AI.

“While awareness of our company may have changed overnight, our product and our work for our customers have not. We’re continuing to do what we do best: helping our customers with their toughest data and AI problems.”

Now, many are questioning why Cabot hasn’t been fired from her position, and according to attorney Nicole Brenecki, her exit from the company may be much more complicated than that of Byron.

Speaking to the New York Post, Brenecki said, “In a real-world big company, you can’t just fire someone because the headlines are ugly.

“There are likely contracts, internal investigations, and legal issues involved.

“If HR greenlit what happened with Coldplay, and there is a supporting paper trail, heads will likely roll. It just might take a few more days before the axe drops.”

Kristin Cabot remains listed as HR chief on Astronomer’s website.

Cabot took the job at Astronomer in November 2024.

The company’s co-founder, Pete DeJoy, said in a LinkedIn post that the immense attention “has been unusual and surreal for Astronomer workers.

“While I would never have wished for it to happen like this, Astronomer is now a household name.”

He added: “The events of the past few days have received a level of media attention that few companies — let alone startups in our small corner of the data and AI world — ever encounter.”

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According to William Cafaro, an employment attorney, firing Cabot would be straightforward, but he suspects she and the company may be negotiating the terms of her departure.

“Like if you were to look for a picture of ’cause’ [for firing] in the dictionary, it would show a picture of the head of HR having a public affair with the CEO of the company,” he told The Post.

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Bizarre theories about people who have ‘never broken a bone’

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The rise of the social media led to plenty of trends, especially among the younger population. Recently, a so called “Never Broke a Bone” theory has flooded one of the most popular and most used social media app, TikTok.

This theory, that has gone viral, explains why some people never broke a bone in their life, and some of the reasons users provide are crazy.

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The trend started in December 2024, when TikTok user @obviously_makenzie posted a selfie video captioned, “I just found out what it means if you never broken a bone and it makes so much sense I can’t stop crying.” In no time, the video received thousands of reactions and comments with a number of people resonating deeply with the concept.

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Turns out never breaking a bone isn’t so fun after all.

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Another TikTok video explaining the actual meaning of the theory of never breaking a bone has also gone viral gathering five million views in just five days. 

In it, user @becomingmemo interprets the spiritual reason why some people have never broken a bone in their life. According to him, these people were born to face many mental burdens and emotions, as well as difficulties and traumas in the physical world, so their guardian angels protect their bones and bodies. 

@becomingmemo It makes so much sense! #spiritualmeaning #spirituality ♬ Witchcraft – Perfect, so dystopian

One TikTok user alluded to a Bible verse as the origin of the theory.

Namely, Psalm 34:19-20 says, “The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all; he protects all his bones, not one of them will be broken.” 

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Another user wrote: “mfs when they realise that the ‘never broke a bone’ theory is actually so scary like something is behind you EVERY DAY,” suggesting that the idea of a spirit constantly protecting you is frightening.

It’s interesting that a bunch of these videos discussing the “Never broke a bone” theory are spreading on the social media like a wildfire.

Scientists on the other hand believe that not breaking a bone might be due to genetics, good luck, and good nutrition rather than supernatural forces.

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Obama breaks silence with rare statement after Trump levels ‘treason’ accusations

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Following Trump’s accusations of Obama trying to rig the 2016 and 2020 elections, the former president finally broke his silence, denouncing Trump’s claims as “a weak attempt at distraction.”

“Out of respect for the office of the presidency, our office does not normally dignify the constant nonsense and misinformation flowing out of this White House with a response,” Obama spokesperson Patrick Rodenbush said. “But these claims are outrageous enough to merit one.”

Also, the statement rejected the contents of an 11-page report by Tulsi Gabbard, who accused Obama administration officials of engaging in a ‘treasonous conspiracy’ and called for their prosecution.

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“Nothing in the document issued last week undercuts the widely accepted conclusion that Russia worked to influence the 2016 presidential election but did not successfully manipulate any votes,” Rodenbush said.

“These findings were affirmed in a 2020 report by the bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee, led by then-Chairman Marco Rubio.”

Trump delivered the claims from the Oval Office during a July 22 meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., while addressing reporters and facing questions about disgraced sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died by suicide while awaiting trial in federal custody.

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The president dodged the questions and shifted the conversation to Obama.

“The witch hunt that you should be talking about is they caught President Obama absolutely cold,” Trump told reporters.

“It’s time to go after people, Obama’s been caught directly,” he added.

“It’s there, he’s guilty. This was treason,” Trump claimed of Obama. “They tried to steal the election, they tried to obfuscate the election. They did things that nobody’s ever imagined, even in other countries.”

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Not only Barack Obama, but also Trump supporters believe the president is redirecting attention away from himself after US Attorney General Pam Bondi shut down the release of more Epstein files and denied the existence of a client list. The decision prompted concern among MAGA supporters, with the Epstein files becoming a key topic at Turning Point USA’s Student Action Summit.

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20-year-old royal cousin of Princes William and Harry found dead at home

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Rosie Roche, Princess Diana’s uncle’s granddaughter, was found dead at her family home on July 14.

The 20-year-old cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry was found dead at the property in Norton, Wiltshire, by her mother, Pippa, and her sister, Agatha.

According to The Sun, there was a firearm next to her body.

An inquest had been opened into her death, with proceedings halted until October 25. Coroner Grant Davies revealed that police “have deemed the death as non-suspicious and there was no third-party involvement.”

He has since revealed the exact cause of death, stating that the young woman died from a gunshot wound to her head. 

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“Rosie was getting ready to go away with friends and was packing her belongings at home,” Davies said at the start of her inquest on Sunday, as reported by The Times.

“Philippa, her mum, and Agatha, her sister, were outside and then they returned inside the home address. 

“Upon checking the office in the house, Agatha found Rosie deceased and she was slumped over a firearm with significant head trauma. 

“The ambulance attended and confirmed the death at 1.22pm that day.” Coroner Davies added: “A post-mortem was carried out by Dr Harry Haynes from Great Western Hospital.” He stated that “blood and urine has been sent for toxicological analysis.”

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Rosie was a first-year student at Durham University, pursuing a degree in English Literature.

Her family paid their tribute in statement. “Darling daughter of Hugh and Pippa, incredible sister to Archie and Agatha, Granddaughter to Derek and Rae Long,” it read.

Professor Wendy Powers, Principal of Durham’s University College, said Rosie, “loved for her creativity, energy, her love of books, poetry and travel among many other talents,” will be “sorely missed.”

“Our thoughts and condolences are with Rosie’s family and friends, and we are offering support to those affected at this extremely difficult time,” Professor Powers said.

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Ozzy Osbourne’s sisters reveal his heartbreaking final text before death

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The sudden passing of Ozzy Osbourne marked the end of an era as the world lost a heavy metal icon.

‘The Prince of Darkness’ passed away Thursday in his Buckinghamshire home, just weeks before he had his last-ever life performance in front of a huge crowd of fans along with the rest of the members of Black Sabbath.

Ozzy Osbourne’s sisters, Jean Powell, 85, and Gillian Hemming, 80, revealed the late singer’s final message in which he told them he “couldn’t wait to come back” to Birmingham for his final gig.

They said “our John” was emotional because of the huge number of people who showed up to see him and his bandmates as they drove down Lodge Road in Birmingham, close to where his family once lived.

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Speaking to Mirror, Jean revealed she ‘broke down’ at the stadium when she saw the crowds eagerly waiting to see her brother perform.

“We saw him in Birmingham the other week when he and the rest of the band were given the freedom of the city,” Jean told the publication.

“It was upsetting because he could not stand up straight, but he was still our John, still cracking the jokes.”

Although she didn’t get the chance to chat with him much, he did sent her a message. “I got a text off him as he drove down Lodge Road, where we used to live near the stadium,” Jean said.

When they got a call about his sudden passing, Ozzy Osbourne’s sisters were devastated.

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“To us he was our brother, not a celebrity, so it’s crazy to see the outpouring of love since his death was announced.

“We just can’t believe he is gone and we won’t be getting another phone call or text from him. Every week without fail he would get in touch, either by phone or text, to ask how we were all doing and what was going on.”

Jean added: “He was frail but it still came as a shock. He still had plans and things he wanted to do. We don’t know the details of his death, it’s still too early. It’s just so sad. I’m just thankful he died in England.”

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The loss of the music titan was announced by his wife and children.

“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love,” they said in a statement. “We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”

Two days before his death, Ozzy, who was battling Parkinson’s Disease since 2003, could be seen in good spirits in a video his daughter Kelly Osbourne shared on the social media. The family was seen having breakfast together and Ozzy waved to the camera.

According to the Mail Online, emergency services were alerted at around 10:30am on July 22, with Thames Valley Air Ambulance dispatching their helicopter from RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, some 27 miles away from the family’s home.

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‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ to end after decade-long run — leaving fans fuming

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CBS announced Tuesday they are ending The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and are retiring The Late Show franchise in May 2026 due to “purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night.”

Dubbing the host of the show program “irreplaceable,” CBS added the decision was “not related in any way to the show’s performance, content or other matters happening at Paramount,” CBS’ parent company.

“We are proud that Stephen called CBS home,” the network said in a statement. “He and the broadcast will be remembered in the pantheon of greats that graced late night television.”

The news of the show’s fate was shared by Colbert himself who told the audience during Thursday’s taping that he had found out the previous night that next year will be the show’s final season.

“It’s not just the end of our show, but it’s the end of ‘The Late Show’ on CBS,” he said. “I’m not being replaced. This is all just going away. And I do want to say … that the folks at CBS have been great partners. I’m so grateful to the Tiffany Network for giving me this chair and this beautiful theater to call home. And of course I’m grateful to you, the audience, who have joined us every night.”

He went on thanking the show’s band and added he’s “extraordinarily, deeply grateful to the 200 people who work here.” 

“I’ve had the pleasure and the responsibility of sharing what we do every day with you in front of this camera for the last 10 years,” he said. “It is a fantastic job. I wish somebody else was getting it. It’s a job that I’m looking forward to doing with this usual gang of idiots for another 10 months.”

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Colbert took over the programme from David Letterman ten years ago, becoming one of most vocal Trump’s critics on late night TV. Previously, he hosted The Colbert Report on Comedy Central from 2005 until 2014.

The moment the audience learned the show is ending after a decade of Colbert hosting it, they booed.

Fans took to the social media to share their disappointment. “Stephen Colbert deserves better!” one person wrote on X. “I’m absolutely not ready to NOT have Stephen Colbert on my TV at night,” another fan added, while third wrote, “CBS letting Stephen Colbert go is BS! Boycott CBS.”

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Some believe that the real reason behind the abrupt decision to cancel the show has to do with Colbert’s criticism of President Donald Trump during a time when Paramount Global is merging with Skydance Media, a move that needs approval from the Federal Communications Commission, reports The Mirror.

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren wrote, “CBS canceled Colbert’s show just THREE DAYS after Colbert called out CBS parent company Paramount for its $16M settlement with Trump – a deal that looks like bribery. America deserves to know if his show was canceled for political reasons.”

Democratic California Sen. Adam Schiff shared similar thoughts on X, writing, “Just finished taping with Stephen Colbert who announced his show was cancelled. If Paramount and CBS ended the Late Show for political reasons, the public deserves to know. And deserves better.”

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The homeless man who saved a kitten – and how it changed three lives forever

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While on the train, I noticed a man with worn out clothes holding a sleeping kitten. It looked like he was a homeless man, or like someone tired by the life challenges that stood on his way. When our eyes crossed I asked him if the kitten was his. He smiled and said, “No, she found me.” He then explained that he had found her three nights ago, shivering and meowing in a dark alley.

Although he didn’t have much, he shared his last bite with the desperate animal. He then wrapped her in the only scarf he had and decided to keep her warm just for the night. But that was third night in a row that he cared for the little kitten. The man said he was bringing her “to a better place” and showed me a note he found on a bench near the alley where he found the kitten. It read, “She answers to ‘Mina.’ Please don’t abandon her. If you find her, bring her home.” The note was signed, “Her little girl.”

That note touched me deeply.

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I realized the man was travelling back to the alley for three days straight in an attempt to find Mina’s owner who was obviously very worried for her pet. But to no avail.

Not having much, he could have abandoned the kitten. But instead, he decided to keep it until she could return home, safe and sound.

This man had a heart of gold, yet, he was homeless and alone.

“You know what?” I said, “I’ll help you track Mina’s owner.”

That evening, I offered him to stay at my guest house. It was the least I could do for someone as kind as he was. The following morning, I helped him in the search, and it didn’t take long before we found the little girl who was eagerly waiting for her kitten to get back home.

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However, although “our” mission was complete, I knew I could do more for him, so I called some friends and we were able to find him a place to stay. In the days to come, the man, who was not homeless any longer, landed a job. The salary wasn’t much, but my friends and I, as well as Mina’s owners, were willing to step in and help him with the rent until he could stand on his feet again.

Who could believe that finding a little kitten would trigger events that would change one man’s life for the better?

This story is a reminder that the kindness we give, even to animals, goes a long way.

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