## Vets welcome data indicating fall in UK popularity of flat-faced dog breeds

Authored by theguardian.com

Squashed-face dogs including pugs and French bulldogs are declining in popularity, data suggests, with experts hopeful the trend reflects a growing awareness of the health problems such breeds face.

Bulldog registrations dropped by 34% and pug registrations by 43%, with only 126 pugs registered in the first three months of 2026.

French bulldog registrations fell to 7,750 in 2025 from a high of 54,074 in 2021.

“The British public are known as animal lovers and the new RKC breed data support this view,” he said.

The RKC suggested the fall in registration figures reflected growing awareness about responsible breeding and ownership of such breeds.

Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux, a senior vice-president of the British Veterinary Association, welcomed the figures on flat-faced breeds.

“We saw a huge explosion in the popularity of flat-faced dogs at the start of the last decade, fuelled largely by social media and celebrity influencers. »

### Platypus population expands to 20 in Royal National Park: latest survey

Authored by unsw.edu.au

“It is a privilege to be part of bringing platypuses back to a part of their former range where they had been missing for generations,” A/Prof.

They are Prometheus – confirmed last year as the father of Gili, the first juvenile born in the park – and Noris.

There were 10 founders in May 2023, three additional animals in May 2025 – and now, four more in May 2026. »

### After mystery men emerge from NYC manholes, officials warn of ‘extremely dangerous’ sewers

Authored by nbcnews.com

There’ve been at least three documented sewer incursions since May 5 in America’s largest city, with no reported injuries so far, officials said.

“Sewers can contain numerous hazards, including noxious and potentially deadly gases, unstable surfaces, flooding risks, and confined spaces.

Unauthorized entry into the sewers is a potential crime, though there have been no immediate arrests or evidence of a public health threat, officials said. »

### Baldur’s Gate 2 Remake Reportedly In Development With Original Designer Returning

Authored by gameobserver.com

According to PC Gamer, a full remake of Baldur’s Gate II: Shadows of Amn is currently in development at Wizards of the Coast.

He was one of the lead designers behind the original Baldur’s Gate 2 and is allegedly working on the remake.

A remake of the original 1998 Baldur’s Gate is “likely” in development as well according to the same source. »

### Sony State of Play June 2026 Showcase—Everything Announced

Authored by insider-gaming.com

All Sony State of Play June 2026 Showcase Announcements.

New Action-Packed Wolverine Gameplay Opens June 2026 Sony State Of Play.

Phantom Blade Zero Shows More Slick Action at Sony State of Play June 2026 Showcase. »

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