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Why we’re all obsessed with Jimothy the raccoon, the internet’s animal of the moment

From Grumpy Cat to Moo Deng, viral animals have long united people online. Are they becoming our only source of collective enjoyment, asks freelance journalist Elle Hunt

The Guardian - UK

Someone made a Lego Jimothy Racoon set with over 180k likes, so I think we've peaked

A fan has made an original Lego Jimothy set, and everyone is going nuts for it

GamesRadar

An ArenaNet developer's spouse first discovered Jimothy the raccoon, so it's only right that Guild Wars 2 adds him as a new pet for all classes

Jimothy Wars 2

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87 Funny “Oddly Specific” Posts That Feel Way Too Personal (New Pics)

Sometimes the funniest things aren’t broad, relatable observations—they’re weirdly specific ones. Think of a sign banning something so oddly precise it raises more questions than it answers, a caption that feels like it was lifted straight from your own thoughts, or a comparison so bizarre it has no business being…

Bored Panda

Staff turnover is rampant under Trump 2.0 – with insidious results

A new report shows more Senate-confirmed staffers have left their jobs this time around than in his first term

The Guardian - US

Anger after White House makes Jimothy the mutant raccoon MAGA

‘I swear y'all go out of your way to try to ruin everyone's fun,’ one X user grumbled

The Independent UK

What Jimothy the Raccoon Reveals About Seattle

A local lawmaker said she wants to "keep my measured distance from him so he can live his good little life." What about humans?

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“There’s absolutely no doubt this is dream distortion pedal material. But at $415, it’d be hard to justify”: My pick of the best new guitar gear launched this week – and the new drops you might have missed

An insanely affordable new Gretsch and a pedal called Jimothy headline the round-up this week

Guitar World

Jimothy the viral raccoon is 100% real — here's what's AI

Is Jimothy the raccoon real? Yes, but the wild videos taking over your feed are generative AI. Discover why this Seattle raccoon became an AI illusion.

Tom’s Guide

World of Warcraft is actually adding viral, stumpy raccoon Jimothy as an in-game pet

You gotta root for this little guy.

Destructoid

Jimothy the Raccoon is the art world’s latest obsession

Creatives can’t get enough of the strange lil’ guy.

Creative Bloq

‘Jimothy’ the raccoon has short spine syndrome – but this condition can affect dogs, too

If you’ve been anywhere near the internet in recent days, you will likely have seen the viral footage of “Jimothy”: an unusually round raccoon in Seattle that hops and skips along in video filmed by local resident Kiana Hall.

The Conversation

Jimothy the raccoon survived against the odds, a testament to sophisticated brains and devoted mothers

As a neuroscientist who studies raccoon and rats, I see the viral story of Jimothy the raccoon as a compelling tale of an animal overcoming disability and surviving in the wild.

The Conversation

Jimothy's Millions of Fans Given Warning After Viral Raccoon's Fame Sparks Health Concerns

Seattle health officials warn against interacting with Jimothy, a viral raccoon, due to health risks. Despite his fame, Jimothy remains a wild animal that could pose dangers to people and pets.

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Skyrim and Stardew Valley mods weren't enough: rotund icon Jimothy the viral raccoon invades D&D as a Wizards-approved "cryptid" who is "hurling garbage and making friends"

Hurl Garbage: Bludgeoning damage and the target is stinky

The Guardian - US

Seth Meyers on Trump calling Canadian wildfire cost incalculable: ‘So he didn’t write that post’

Late-night host spoke about president’s recent social media posts, including comments on the World Cup and Canada

The Guardian - UK

Who is Jimothy? Seven things you need to know about the internet’s favourite raccoon

From neighbourhood scavenger to baseball mascot and Daily Show guest, the Seattle animal has become social media’s newest cult hero

The Economic Times

Raccoon Jimothy goes viral: Meet the oddly shaped viral Seattle raccoon with a spine deformity who has captured millions of hearts and become the internet's newest wildlife sensation

Raccoon Jimothy: A Seattle raccoon named Jimothy became an internet sensation after a short video surfaced online. His unusual appearance, likely due to a spinal deformity, captivated millions of viewers. Wildlife experts confirmed Jimothy appears healthy and adapted to his environment. They advise against approaching or attempting to rescue the…

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PC Gamer

Jimothy, a particularly round raccoon and the internet's latest sensation, has now broken into games

Fortnite crossover when?

Bored Panda

23 Memes That Capture The World’s Unhinged Obsession With An Unusually Shaped Raccoon Named “Jimothy”

Seattle locals say “silly little guy” Jimothy, a wild raccoon with a possible congenital condition, has inspired them with his resilience.

The Independent UK

‘Hot Jimothy Summer’: Mutant raccoon is scurrying through Seattle’s yards — and into city’s heart

‘Jimothy’ appears to have short spine syndrome, a rare genetic condition that significantly shortens the spine

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