In today’s news, United Arab Emirates makes contribution to United Nations refugee program, vegan advocates say COP29 summit failed to address impact of global food system on climate, study in United States shows music’s ability to reshape memories and improve mental health, city in Portugal named European Green Capital for 2026, Voiceout Deaf Cooperative in South Africa shows how small farms can help people with hearing loss, London Fashion Week becomes first of the “big four” to ban exotic animal-people skins, and marine conservationists save hundreds of sea turtle-folk washing up on northeastern United States beaches.
Looking for some practical ground covers to improve your garden? American dog violet, also known as Labrador violet, is a resilient plant that can hold up and flourish even after children and animal-friends have been playing on it. The flowers are edible and non-toxic, but you should check if your furred-family member has a reaction to it and avoid letting them eat the roots or leaves. It is easy to take care of and its beautiful purple flowers will add texture and a pop of color to your space. Another advantage of planting violet as ground cover is it functions as living mulch and can help prevent weeds from growing since it outcompetes them for sunlight, nutrients, and water. It can also help prevent erosion because its intricate roots keep the soil in place.
Let’s grab the chuckle steering wheel and go for a fun ride with the joke of the day. It’s entitled “Touché.”
While watching a popular TV soap opera, the husband said:
“Sweetie, how can you sit there and cry about the made-up troubles of people you’ve never even met?”
“Easy, dear, the same way you can jump up and scream when some guy you’ve never met scores a touchdown.”
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