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Therapy goat gets lifesaving surgery at NC State Veterinary Hospital

Therapy goat Bianca underwent emergency surgery at the NC State Veterinary Hospital because she couldn’t stop producing milk, which caused her utters to swell. According to her owner, Bianca will snuggle with people and press her forehead to their cheek and has brought comfort to many people. Donors contributed to pay for the surgery through a GoFundMe, and doctors were able to save Bianca.

SOURCE: WRAL

Raleigh Police Department release footage of tasing death of Darryl Williams

The Raleigh Police Department released body camera footage showing the events that led to the death of Darryl Williams. Officers tased Williams multiple times even after he informed them about his heart issues. Six officers have been placed on administrative leave while investigations are ongoing.

SOURCE: REUTERS

Eggs cost 70% more than they did one year ago

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released inflation data revealing that egg prices rose 8.5% in the month of January compared to the month before. In the year through January, egg prices increased 70%. Contributing factors to the rise in price include the highly contagious avian flu, which has impacted egg supply, as well as higher feed and transportation costs for producers.

SOURCE: CNN

Missing dog takes 100-mile trip in taxi

A three-year-old cavapoo named Ralph made a 100mile round trip in a taxi after he ran away from his owner in England. He jumped in a taxi with a family headed to the Manchester airport, and the taxi driver didn’t want to leave him by himself, so he took the dog along for the ride. Ralph was safely returned to his owner after the trip.

SOURCE: BBC

The Radar

Events to keep an eye on for the week of February 16

Wellness Day Events

Thursday, Feb. 16

CAMPUS Free

Use the Wellness Day to recharge by participating in any of the University’s many Wellness Day events. Start your morning at Carmichael Gym with 8 a.m. Yoga Flow and 10 a.m. Relaxation Station featuring aromatherapy and snacks. At noon head to either Stafford Commons to get a poem from the Poetry Fox or Lake Raleigh to hang out in hammocks. Get your heart pumping 1-3 p.m. at Miller Fields with drop-in tailgate games.

FEMINIST FRIDAY

Friday, Feb. 17, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

WOMEN’S CENTER, TALLEY 5210 Free

Head to the Women’s Center for an educational, student-led presentation and discussion through counter-storytelling. Feminist Fridays are an ideal time to find community and discuss issues that are important to you.

GLOBAL FILM SERIES: “MADE IN BANGLADESH”

Tuesday, Feb. 21, 6:30-8:05 p.m. WITHERSPOON STUDENT CENTER Free

Join NC State Global and University Libraries for their next installment of the Global Film Series. “Made in Bangladesh” features a 23-year-old clothing factory worker in Bangladesh who creates a workers union despite the risks posed by management and her husband.

PLAYMAKERS MOBILE: “THE TEMPEST”

Wednesday, Feb. 22, 5-6:15 p.m.

D.H. HILL JR. LIBRARY, NORTH FORUM Free

University Libraries will host PlayMakers Mobile for their one-hour rendition of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” featuring only six actors performing in one tiny square of space.