THE FIERCE URGENCY OF MIAOW Jor and the Feline Roots of Zoocracy by Pieter N. Paard 372 pp. Marcellin de la Griffe Publishers Ftoo 20 Early in his life, George Livingstone Barnaby Cuthbert—known to us all as Jor—went for a short walk outside his home in the arms of the Human who'd adopted him. As they strolled toward a local parkette, they came upon an old woman who asked them to stop. She pointed to his four white paws, which she called … [Read all...]
Breaking News
OTD in 2017—What’s the buzz? Mumblebee to perform at today’s Stereotype Sunday
Mumblebee will perform at today's Stereotype Sunday, it was announced this morning. In a short press release, the popular artist's representatives confirmed that she will join Belles and Whistles and rappers The Tweeters for two sets during this week's event. Mumblebee, who performs a combination of spoken word and lyrical music, does not call herself a "singer." Rather, she refers to herself as an "artist who performs in different musical … [Read all...]
OTD in 2017—Domestic Animals have no control over their estates: UWT study
At a time when Park residents are amassing greater amounts of wealth and material goods, a new study shows that Animals who live outside The Park have no legal control over their possessions during their lifetime and even afterwards. The study, out of the University of West Terrier's Chittenden School of Law, shows that ninety-nine percent of Animals who live in domestic situations with Humans have to relinquish control of their … [Read all...]
OTD in 2017—Month Without Metaphor executive committee names new director
The executive committee of Park media's annual Month Without Metaphor has named Ronald Grouse as director of the annual initiative. The Avian Messenger's chief political analyst will take the reins on Monday and begin by expanding MWM's reach through social media, says an announcement issued this morning. A graduate of the Cuthbert School of Journalism at the University of West Terrier, Grouse has been a frequent guest of Yannis Tavros on … [Read all...]
More Park News
OTD in 2016—Civet calls for freeze on development of all food-related technology
In a bold move that is sure to spark controversy, the Society of Concerned Park Cultivators, Planters, Growers, and Farmers (SCPCPGF) has called for a moratorium on the development of all food-related … [Read All About It Here...]
OTD in 2013—Museum of Contemporary Art to unveil first art installation
The Park Museum of Contemporary Art (PMoCA) is set to unveil its newest exhibit to the public this weekend and it promises to be one of the most talked-about artistic events in Park history. At a … [Read All About It Here...]
OTD in 2016—Mammalian Daily becomes first Park newspaper to ban Human jokes
DEVELOPING STORY "A guy walks into a bar on two feet..." So begins the most popular twenty-minute set at The Howler, The Park's only comedy club. The joke was written and is performed weekly … [Read All About It Here...]
Accolades from Margaret Atwood
The Mammalian Daily “Lightens The Morning Cup o’ Gloom,” says Margaret Atwood
