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China: Cat Twists Its Head 180 Degrees While Grooming

A cat wearing a grey vest was filmed in Zhejiang Province, China, on December 7, grooming itself with its head rotated 180 degrees. The feline appeared to have a head in reverse as it twisted its neck to reach its back.

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China: Ultimate Foodie Cat Scoops Up and Eats Pawful of Snow

On November 25, 2025, in Inner Mongolia, northern China, a plump house cat encountered snow for the very first time. The furry feline stepped into the white yard, scooped up a pawful of snow, and began licking it with great curiosity.

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Funeral for cat stationmaster

A funeral for cat stationmaster Nitama is held at Wakayama Electric Railway's Kishi Station in Kinokawa in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Dec. 13, 2025, following the cat's death in November at age 15.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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China: Kitten Intercepts Thrown Ball, Locking Eyes on Toy

On August 26, 2025, in Fujian, located in southeastern China, the person tossed a small pink ball toward the cat. The kitten reacted immediately and caught the ball. The owner threw the ball again, and once more the kitten, just as before, intercepted it, keeping its eyes locked on the toy.

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US: Cat Adorably High-Fives Young Girl From a Distance

On November 23, 2025, in the United States, a heartwarming clip showed a young Chinese girl reaching out her left hand to greet a cat. The cat surprisingly cooperated, raising its left paw as if giving the little girl a high-five from a distance, mimicking human etiquette.

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European Leaders at Downing Street - London

10 Downing Street cat, Larry exits as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (R) is greeted by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) outside 10 Downing Street in central London on December 8, 2025, ahead of a meeting with leaders of Germany and France. (Photo by Adrian Dennis / POOL / AFP)

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European Leaders at Downing Street - London

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (R) watches the 10 Downing Street cat, Larry as he is greeted by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) outside 10 Downing Street in central London on December 8, 2025, ahead of a meeting with leaders of Germany and France. (Photo by Adrian Dennis / POOL / AFP)

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European Leaders at Downing Street - London

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (R) watches the 10 Downing Street cat, Larry as he is greeted by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) outside 10 Downing Street in central London on December 8, 2025, ahead of a meeting with leaders of Germany and France. (Photo by Adrian Dennis / POOL / AFP)

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Macron Arrives at Downing Street - London

France's President Emmanuel Macron (R) points at the 10 Downing Street cat, Larry as he arrives to by greeted by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) outside 10 Downing Street in central London on December 8, 2025, ahead of a meeting with leaders of Germany and Ukraine. Photo by Adrian Dennis/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Kitten Wobbles on Hind Legs After First Taste of Corn

A kitten in Xinjiang had a hilarious reaction to tasting corn for the first time on November 30, 2025. After chewing awkwardly, it suddenly stood on its hind legs, wobbling like it was “tipsy.” The owner said the young cat had few teeth and raised its paws to keep the corn from falling, melting viewers’ hearts online.

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Illustration - Guggenheim Museum - Spain

SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. BISCAYA. BILBAO. PUPPY, THE FLOWER CAT OF THE ARTIST JEFF KOONS IN FONT OFF THE GUGGENHEIM MUSUEM, BUILT BY THE AMERICAN ARCHITECT FRANK GEHRY IN 1997, FOR THE MODERN ART COLLECTION OF THE SOLOMON R. GUGGENHEIM FOUNDATION. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Guggenheim Museum - Spain

SPAIN. BASQUE COUNTRY. BISCAYA. BILBAO. PUPPY, THE FLOWER CAT OF THE ARTIST JEFF KOONS IN FONT OFF THE GUGGENHEIM MUSUEM, BUILT BY THE AMERICAN ARCHITECT FRANK GEHRY IN 1997, FOR THE MODERN ART COLLECTION OF THE SOLOMON R. GUGGENHEIM FOUNDATION. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A cat sits on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A cat sits on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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20th Annual L Oreal Paris Women Of Worth Celebration - LA

Keely Cat-Wells arrives at the 20th Annual L'Oreal Paris' Women Of Worth Celebration 2025 held the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 2, 2025 in Museum Row, Miracle Mile, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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20th Annual L Oreal Paris Women Of Worth Celebration - LA

Keely Cat-Wells arrives at the 20th Annual L'Oreal Paris' Women Of Worth Celebration 2025 held the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 2, 2025 in Museum Row, Miracle Mile, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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20th Annual L Oreal Paris Women Of Worth Celebration - LA

Keely Cat-Wells arrives at the 20th Annual L'Oreal Paris' Women Of Worth Celebration 2025 held the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 2, 2025 in Museum Row, Miracle Mile, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Black Cat Performs Elegant Walk Chasing Butterfly Projection in Fujian

On June 29, 2025, in Fujian, located in southeastern China, a video captured a delightful moment. A woman used a toy lamp to project a pink butterfly light on the floor, and her black cat, Bingbing, began chasing the glowing butterfly with steps that looked like a practiced dance routine—light and elegant.

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China: Guangdong Cat Gets Head Stuck in Plastic Sleeve

In Guangdong, a curious cat got its head stuck in a plastic beverage sleeve awkwardly until its owner rescued it. The amusing clip reminded viewers to keep plastic waste away from pets.

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Fashion Awards 2025 - London

Cat Roberts attends The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall in London, UK on December 1, 2025. Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fashion Awards 2025 - London

Cat Roberts attends The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall in London, UK on December 1, 2025. Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fashion Awards 2025 - London

Cat Burns attends The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall in London, UK on December 1, 2025. Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fashion Awards 2025 - London

Cat Burns attends The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall in London, UK on December 1, 2025. Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fashion Awards 2025 - London

Cat Burns attends The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall in London, UK on December 1, 2025. Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Fashion Awards Gala Nigth - Red carpet

Cat Burns poses at the photocall of British Fashion Awards held at Royal Albert Hall, on December 01st 2025 in London, Great Britain. Photo Marco Piovanotto/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Fashion Awards Gala Nigth - Red carpet

Cat Burns poses at the photocall of British Fashion Awards held at Royal Albert Hall, on December 01st 2025 in London, Great Britain. Photo Marco Piovanotto/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Fashion Awards Gala Nigth - Red carpet

Cat Burns poses at the photocall of British Fashion Awards held at Royal Albert Hall, on December 01st 2025 in London, Great Britain. Photo Marco Piovanotto/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Clever Cat Learns to Ring Bell Using Its Own Tail

A clever cat in Shandong, China, amazed viewers after learning a unique trick: repeatedly tapping a small bell with its tail when its owner demonstrated the action. The intelligent pet quickly became an instant hit online.

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China: Qingdao Cat Goes Viral for Adorable “Beckoning” at Café Counter

On November 21, 2025, in Qingdao, Shandong, a tabby cat at the “One Tree Cat Life” café stood on the counter and rhythmically moved its front paws, as if politely bowing. Glancing at the camera with wide, pleading eyes, the gesture was irresistibly cute. Chinese netizens joked, “The owner couldn’t afford a Maneki-neko, so the real cat took over!” The video quickly went viral as a symbol of good luck.

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Air Pollution in Tehran

A cat sits on a concrete ledge as thick smog and dust particles envelop the city and its buildings in Tehran, Iran, on November 26, 2025. Despite Wednesday marking the second day of school and university closures, the air pollution index in Tehran remained at the red level, classified as “dangerous for all members of society.” Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Cat Perfectly Mirrors Cartoon Kitten on Screen

On November 17, 2025, in Shandong, China, a pet cat mimicked a cartoon kitten on its owner’s computer, turning its head in sync with the animation and delighting viewers.

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China: Cat Walks on Front Legs After Losing Use of Hind Legs

In Xinjiang, China, on November 8, a cat that lost the use of its hind legs was filmed walking entirely on its front legs, quickly reaching its bed. Netizens praised its resilience, calling it “a true fighter who never gave up.”

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Christmas Canadian Pet Expo - Canada

A dressed-up pet cat is seen at the 2025 Christmas Canadian Pet Expo in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, on Nov. 22, 2025. Featuring different pet competitions and a holiday marketplace, this annual two-day event kicked off here on Saturday. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Christmas Canadian Pet Expo - Canada

A dressed-up pet cat is seen at the 2025 Christmas Canadian Pet Expo in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, on Nov. 22, 2025. Featuring different pet competitions and a holiday marketplace, this annual two-day event kicked off here on Saturday. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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China: Mouse in Big Trouble as Cornered by Cat in Guangdong

On October 30, 2025, in Guangdong, located in southern China, a cat stood guard near a plastic bucket pressed against a wall. Inside the narrow gap, a small mouse trembled, unable to move. The cat watched quietly, waiting for the exhausted prey to stop struggling. Its patience and sharp focus showed the instinctive nature of a hunter.

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2026 AVN Awards Nominations Party - LA

Cat Nguyen (Queen Of Clams) arrives at the 2026 AVN Awards Nominations Party held at AVALON Hollywood and Bardot on November 20, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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2026 AVN Awards Nominations Party - LA

Cat Nguyen (Queen Of Clams) arrives at the 2026 AVN Awards Nominations Party held at AVALON Hollywood and Bardot on November 20, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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China: Mischievous Cat Shreds Paper Towels in Kitchen

In Liaoning, China, a mischievous cat shredded a roll of paper towels and jumped on the rice cooker, amusing online viewers.

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China: Cat Instantly Starts Grooming in Sync With Owner’s Touch

A man in Jiangxi, China, lightly tapped his cat’s back on October 15, 2025, triggering a perfectly synced grooming reaction. Each touch made the cat instantly lick its fur as if “cleaning” the same spot, creating a funny and well-timed interaction that left the owner laughing.

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China: Hungry Kittens Claw for Food in Shenyang

On August 25, 2025, in Shenyang, Liaoning, a cat breeder filmed a feeding scene inside his home. A metal bowl filled with minced meat and cat food was placed outside a cage, immediately drawing a crowd of tiny kittens. They clawed frantically through the bars, stretching their paws to snatch bits of food. Only a few managed to grab mouthfuls, while others meowed in frustration.

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China: Cat Frozen as Owner Swings It Back and Forth in Jiangsu

On October 4, 2025, in Jiangsu province, a vendor was seen playfully holding his cat by its front paws and gently swinging it back and forth like a pendulum. The slim cat remained motionless, seemingly frozen by confusion or mild fear, as the man repeated the motion. The owner claimed he was “training” the cat, though commenters urged caution.

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UK Special Screening of Stranger Things Season 5 - London

Cat Burn attends the "Stranger Things 5" UK Special Screening at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square Photo by LounisPhotography/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exhibition of Philippe Geluck - Paris AJ

This photo is an illustration showing "The Cat" comic strips on a shelf during the opening of the exhibition (vernissage) of Philippe Geluck, author of the comic / book (Bande dessinee, BD, Livre) strip "Le Chat" at the Maillol Museum in Paris, France on November 12, 2025. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exhibition of Philippe Geluck - Paris AJ

This photo is an illustration showing "The Cat" comic strips on a shelf during the opening of the exhibition (vernissage) of Philippe Geluck, author of the comic / book (Bande dessinee, BD, Livre) strip "Le Chat" at the Maillol Museum in Paris, France on November 12, 2025. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exhibition of Philippe Geluck - Paris AJ

This photo is an illustration showing "The Cat" comic strips on a shelf during the opening of the exhibition (vernissage) of Philippe Geluck, author of the comic / book (Bande dessinee, BD, Livre) strip "Le Chat" at the Maillol Museum in Paris, France on November 12, 2025. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exhibition of Philippe Geluck - Paris AJ

This photo is an illustration showing "The Cat" comic strips on a shelf during the opening of the exhibition (vernissage) of Philippe Geluck, author of the comic / book (Bande dessinee, BD, Livre) strip "Le Chat" at the Maillol Museum in Paris, France on November 12, 2025. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exhibition of Philippe Geluck - Paris AJ

This photo is an illustration showing "The Cat" comic strips on a shelf during the opening of the exhibition (vernissage) of Philippe Geluck, author of the comic / book (Bande dessinee, BD, Livre) strip "Le Chat" at the Maillol Museum in Paris, France on November 12, 2025. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM