The Daily Populous

Thursday August 10th, 2017 day edition

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”; “Cow to Get Key to the City!”

By the time of her capture, she had won the hearts of so many that calls for mercy poured into the city from all over the country.

Most were awed in Cinci’s presence, as she was a living testament to the desire for life we — human or animal — all share.

With heavy hearts, we also learned that this cancer could not be kept at bay.

When it came time to say goodbye to Cinci, the herd gathered close around her.

After our beautiful girl passed, every member of the herd approached to say goodbye, each one sharing with Cinci one last moment of affection.

The brilliant light that radiated from Cinci burned out too soon, leaving a void that won’t be easily filled. »

Walmart apologizes for sign marketing guns as back-to-school items

Authored by money.cnn.com
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Walmart has condemned a display inside one of its stores that appeared to market firearms as back-to-school items.

A photo of a sign reading "Own the school year like a hero" was placed directly above a glass case filled with guns.

Crowson told CNNMoney on Wednesday evening Walmart was still trying to find the sign and gun display. »

Leah Remini Doubles Down on Anti-Scientology Crusade: I Want a Federal Investigation

Authored by hollywoodreporter.com

Remini also will continue to produce and star in Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath — the second season premieres Aug. 15.

Aftermath has earned Remini, who stars and executive produces the show, an Emmy nomination for best informational series or special.

A Los Angeles Police Department detective later told Remini, "She is fine," which Remini considered an unsatisfying response. »

Kenya’s mobile internet beats the United States for speed

Authored by qz.com
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Kenya has the world’s 14th-fastest mobile internet speed, according to a report from the content delivery network Akamai, which collects data from more 130 countries.

Kenya also beats the United States, ranked 28th with an average speed of 10.7 mbps, and South Korea, home to the fastest average speed in fixed internet connection.

In terms of average fixed line internet connection speeds, Kenya ranks above its peers in Sub-Saharan Africa. »

Sales of shark fin in China drop by up to 70% | Jennifer Duggan

Authored by theguardian.com
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An estimated 100 million sharks are killed each year with up to 73 million used for their fins.

China became the world’s largest market for shark fin due to its rising wealth and desire for luxury goods.

According to the report, wholesale shark fin traders in Guangzhou are complaining that sales are decreasing and prices are falling. »