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Human brains are wired to respond to animalsDogs have been man's best friend for centuries – which could explain a new study that found our brains respond more strongly to pictures of animals than photos of our loved ones. Police horse lovingly licks bewildered bulldogPolice horses are expected to be brave and tough, carrying their riders into dangerous situations without flinching - but this New York City police horse showed off his soft side recently. Pet plastic surgery on the riseGone are the days when silicone implants and nose jobs were just for humans - dogs and cats are increasingly going under the knife as their owners strive for pet perfection. Cesar Millan joins The WeeklyWorld famous dog expert Cesar Millan is on board with The Weekly advising readers on all things canine in his new column. Getty ImagesAsthma, allergies and owning a petAsthma affects one in six children and one in nine adults. Sadly, most believe that they can’t own a dog or a cat, as it might increase their risk of an asthma attack. Now, there’s good news that... Is dry pet food okay?Is dry pet food okay?Dr James Ramsden talks about the benefits of dry pet food. Think StockSlippery questionEncouraging your child to care for a pet is great way for them to learn responsibility and ownership, but what do you do when the pet in question is a snake! Think StockAre our pets being over-vaccinated?It's not just us humans who are being overprescribed medicines. According to consumer organisation Choice, our pets are being over-vaccinated. Getty ImagesA new family petWe just picked up a gorgeous new bitzer puppy – a cross between a kelpie and a border collie – on our way back from a holiday to SA after seeing a sign on the road. We couldn’t resist and he’s... Getty ImagesKitten questionsWe're looking to get a new kitten for our family. Our children are old enough now and I'm wondering where the best place to get one is? Getty ImagesSave the bilbyNew evidence confirms that one of our most precious creatures, the bilby, is under increasing threat. Getty ImagesDoggy daycareWalk into Vet HQ in Sydney and you might think it was a daycare centre, the only difference being that it’s full of dogs, not children. Getty ImagesCats can get AIDS, tooThere’s a killer virus out there and about 10 per cent of cats are infected – it’s called FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) and it causes cat AIDS. Like its cousin, HIV in people, this virus... Getty ImagesThe dog whispererDog trainer to the stars, Cesar Millan, has taken the US by storm with his award-winning TV show, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan. He has helped celebrities such as Oprah, Scarlett Johanssen and... Getty ImagesHow happy is your dog? The answer is all in the tailWe had always thought that a wagging tail meant a happy dog, but new research shows that which way the tail wags can be all important.
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Magda Szubanski comes out as a lesbianComedian and actress Magda Szubanski will today announce she is gay, as she joins the push to legalise same-sex marriage in Australia. Baking soda, bicarb soda, baking powder. what is the difference?Question: What is the difference between baking powder, baking soda and bicarbonate of soda? What are their different applications? Butter chicken1 cup (150g) unsalted raw cashews 2 teaspoons garam masala 2 teaspoons ground coriander ½ teaspoon chilli powder 3 cloves garlic, chopped coarsely 4cm piece fresh ginger (20g), grated 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1/3 cup (90g) tomato paste ½ cup (140g) yogurt 1kg chicken thigh fillets, halved 80g butter 1 large brown onion (200g), chopped finely 1 cinnamon stick 4 cardamom pods, bruised 1 teaspoon hot paprika 400g can tomato puree ¾ cup (180ml) chicken stock ¾ cup (180ml) cream Note: This recipe is not suitable to make in a slow cooker or pressure cooker. Use unsalted cashews in the roasted curry mixture or the taste of the finished butter chicken may not be as mellow as it could be. Angelina Jolie: How I avoided a horrible lifeAngelina Jolie has revealed how she escaped the "shallow" life many Hollywood stars live in a candid new video. How to cook a soft-boiled eggThere is a great debate and many points of view on how to boil the perfect egg. However, there are a few points that all the experts agree on.
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