Categories Selected Articles Viral Kitty: Florida lab cat helps discover brand-new virus strain Post author By Mike Nova Post date August 9, 2025 Pepper the cat is clawing his way into virology history — again. The Florida feline just helped scientists identify a new virus strain after dropping a dead shrew on his owner’s doorstep, marking his second discovery. ← Illegal immigrant driver was three times legal limit when he allegedly killed NJ mom, young daughter in fatal crash → Thousands Told To Stop Grilling, Burning Incense