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The Taliban in Afghanistan has released video of a captive canine they claim is a U.S. military dog.
Existing subsidies for dairy farmers are set to expire at the end of the year, and consumers across the country could see prices soar to as much as $7 per gallon - unless Congress can get its act together and pass a farm bill. CNN's Athena Jones reports.
A barricade is no match for this dog– watch as he risks his neck just to escape the kitchen. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports on the best canine breakouts.
3, 2, 1... a frog blasts off with a moon probe. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports on one small leap for a frog and one giant leap for frogkind.
The National Zoo had a paternity test on its new panda cub. CNN's Jeanne Moos reveals who the papa is and explains his procreation problem.
Rusty the red panda has been found outside the National Zoo in a busy D.C. neighborhood.
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The discovery of genetically modified wheat in Oregon sparks economic and health concerns. Stephanie Elam reports.
The world's grumpiest cat lands a movie deal. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports her feline frown is destined for the big screen.
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CNN's John Zarrella reports on how toxic algae is leading to the death of manatees in Florida.
CNN's Lisa Sylvester looks at how science is very close to being able to give new life to extinct animals.