Reports are emerging that cats are no longer just pets, but the new standard unit of currency in the world economy.
In a stunning turn of events, cat lovers everywhere are now trading their feline friends for luxury goods and services.
The value of a cat's purr-fectly groomed whiskers has skyrocketed, with some breeds fetching up to 10,000 gold coins on the open market.
Analysts predict that by the end of the year, cats will be the only currency accepted by major retailers, with catnip and tuna being the only items still available for cash.
Cat owners are rejoicing, while cat haters are, well, hating.
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