Tag: News
🎉 Celebrating Unsung Heroes: 6th Annual Good Furry Awards 🎉
The 6th Annual Good Furry Awards are open for voting until September 30. The awards recognize furries for outstanding community spirit in four categories: The Image Award, The Good Egg Award, The Furtastic Award, and The Lifetime Achievement Award. Winners will be announced at Biggest Little Fur Con in Reno on October 15 🐻🏆.
Heritage Foundation Hack: Confrontation Between Think Tank and ‘Gay Furry Hackers’ 🐾💻
In a disturbing turn of events, an executive from the conservative think tank Heritage Foundation has been embroiled in a contentious exchange with a group of hackers who identify as “gay furry hackers” from the collective known as SiegedSec. This incident follows a significant data breach at the Heritage Foundation, which led to the leakage…
Furry Weekend Atlanta Sets New Records in 2024 🎉
Furry Weekend Atlanta (FWA) set a new record with 15,021 attendees in 2024, surpassing Anthrocon. The convention raised $100,000 for Lost-n-Found Youth and faced logistical challenges due to rapid growth 🐰💼.
Furry Community Mourns the Loss of FurSquare Thailand 🐰💔
FurSquare, a Thai furry convention, has closed after six years. The team expresses gratitude to attendees and supporters, acknowledging that the event’s success was due to their collective efforts. The announcement can be read at https://fsq.anthro.asia/. 🐰💔
Dogs May Visualize Words Like Humans: Groundbreaking Study 🐶🧠
A new study has provided neural evidence that dogs can visualize words, challenging previous assumptions about canine cognition. Researchers used fMRI scans to observe brain activity in dogs as they processed written words, revealing a similar pattern to human visual processing 🐶🧠. This groundbreaking research could enhance our understanding of animal intelligence and communication.
Woofstock 2024: A Weekend of Music, Fun, and Furry Friends 🐾🎶🌳
Paws Outdoors is excited to announce Woofstock 2024, a music festival-inspired convention featuring eclectic live performances and DJ sets by home-grown furry artists. Join us for an unforgettable experience with activities like tie dye and bead making, slime wars, and bonfire pyres. Tickets are selling now 🎶🌟 #Woofstock2024
Fur Affinity Founder Dragoneer Passes Away at 44 🐰💔
Sean “Dragoneer” Piche, the 44-year-old owner of Fur Affinity, passed away on August 6, 2024, due to complications from a serious lung infection. Despite his efforts to seek treatment, he was uninsured and faced significant hurdles in receiving healthcare. Dragoneer was a foundational figure in the furry community, fostering Fur Affinity into a dominant position…
Concerns Over Zoophile Activity on Social Media Platforms 🐾📱
The Zoophile Mute List on Bluesky identifies and tracks individuals who actively engage in or support zoophilia. Key accounts include Kyon Canid, Blethyn, and Laika, who openly identify as zoophiles. Other accounts, such as Zrcalo, have been documented for their involvement in animal cruelty and taxidermy. The list aims to help users block or mute…
Exciting Developments in Furry Studies: Upcoming Academic Conference in Rotterdam 🐰🎓
The Furry Studies academic conference will launch on October 18, 2024, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This event aims to connect academics, researchers, and community members for multi-field learning and presenting. It will be held both physically and online, and submissions are open until June 24, 2024 🐺📚.
The Evolution of Furry Marketplaces: A New Era of Accessibility and Community 🌐
In the furry fandom, shopping has evolved significantly since 1999. With tools like Square and PayPal, it’s now easier to buy merchandise directly from individuals worldwide. Here are some online marketplaces for books, comics, clothing, fursuits, and commissions: Weasyl Marketplace, Telegram channels like The Dealer’s Den and Furry Market Place, and Furaffinity Art Sales and…
