Sad news for fans of famously geriatric felines: Poppy, who was only recently certified by Guinness as the world's oldest cat, has died. She was 24.

Very important cat news: Guinness World Records has named a new feline to the title of world's oldest cat. Her name is Poppy, and she is 24. Happy birthday, Poppy! (When you are that old, you're entitled to be told "happy birthday" every single day.)

Afghanistan is known for its heroin production, and the weak post-Taliban government does little to stop the growing, illegal industry. However, a group of foreign and Afghan businessmen are hoping to influence poppy farmers to grow flowers for perfume instead of drugs. The men are met with resistance, both from the…