Cats compete in a “cat-licking” competition during the four-day Thailand International Pet Variety Exhibition in Bangkok, Oct. 10, 2025. “We don’t encourage forcing them to compete,” the emcee said, in an exhibition hall in Bangkok’s northern suburbs. “Let them be as normal as they can. We’re having fun here.” (Lauren DeCicca/The New York Times) By SUI-LEE WEE The champion competitive eater stood on a table in front of dozens of people and methodically attacked the salmon. “W

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By Lola Fadulu New Yorkers might soon be able to use their paid sick leave to take their pets to the veterinarian or to be with them...