At least 19 elephants have died since June in southern Kenya near Mount Kilimanjaro. While early tests suggest cyanide poisoning, local experts doubt this due to unharmed scavengers, leaving the cause unresolved.
Authorities in Vietnam announced the seizure of 221 pieces of elephant ivory and big cat bones totaling over 1,190 kilograms, shipped illegally from the Republic of the Congo through Quy Nhơn port.
A 9-year study in Kenya reveals that beehive fences deter an average of 76% of elephant crop raids, rising to 86% during peak seasons, while providing honey income, though droughts and habitat disturbances can weaken their effectiveness.
Fifteen elephants have died of suspected cyanide poisoning in Kenya's Amboseli National Park after eating tomatoes from nearby farms, sparking investigations and raising concerns over human-wildlife conflict.
Luis Carlos Rúa, a 34-year-old senator in Colombia, was sworn into office wearing a plush white elephant costume. Known online as 'Elefante blanco', Rúa spent years exposing abandoned public works before winning about 124,000 votes.
Vincent Pastore, the character actor best known for his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in The Sopranos, has died at 80. He specialized in Italian mobster roles, balancing tough portrayals with sensitivity, and had a career spanning film, television, and Broadway.
A five-year study in South Africa found that 11 elephants released from captivity exhibited behavior and stress hormone levels very similar to wild elephants, proving their ability to successfully reintegrate into natural environments and regain independence.
Amanda Knox, acquitted of Meredith Kercher's 2007 murder in Italy, is scheduled to perform a stand-up comedy show titled "Cartwheel" at the Edinburgh Fringe. The show will address her wrongful imprisonment, but not Kercher's death, a decision deemed "offensive and deplorable" by Kercher's relatives.
KWS attributes the deaths of 15 elephants near Amboseli National Park, Kenya, to pesticide ingestion, likely cyanide from tomato farms. Analysis of carcasses revealed traces of the toxic chemical, raising concerns for wider wildlife and livestock populations.
A five-year study in South Africa found that 11 elephants, rewilded after years in captivity, successfully adapted to natural environments, exhibiting behavior and stress levels similar to wild elephants. This research provides strong evidence for the resilience and adaptability of captive elephants.
A 500,000-year-old elephant bone tool from the Boxgrove site in southern England shows early humans selectively used durable animal remains to craft and maintain flint handaxes, demonstrating advanced planning and technological sophistication.
At least 15 elephants in Kenya's Amboseli National Park have died from suspected poisoning over four weeks, with 10 showing paralysis before dying within 1-2 days; cause and human involvement unclear.
Kenya investigates deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli National Park, with preliminary tests suggesting a toxic substance may be involved.
The Hundred cricket tournament, now in its fifth year, navigates a manufactured identity and increasing influence from IPL owners. Teams like Manchester Super Giants adopt existing branding, while private equity investment raises questions about the tournament's long-term goals and alignment with English cricket's interests, despite its success in attracting families and mainstream attention.
The £500m Elephant and Castle redevelopment in south London is opening, replacing a historic shopping centre with modern towers. However, many displaced Latin American businesses, like Diana Sach's restaurant, feel promises of affordable new premises have been broken, leading to closures and struggles amidst rising rents and corporate tenants.
England secured back-to-back Test wins for the first time since November, beating Argentina 31-24. However, fly-half Fin Smith critically assessed the team's performance, rating it seven out of ten and highlighting the persistent issue of yellow cards, with 14 in 10 games this year.
A new collection of essays on Brexit, edited by Sir Anthony Seldon, is criticized for its lack of focus on "English nationalism" and the reasons behind Brexit's support in England. Despite acknowledging Brexit's economic failure, the book struggles to explain the continued influence of figures like Nigel Farage.
New research suggests Komodo dragons, not Homo floresiensis (Hobbits), hunted dwarf elephants on Flores. Evidence of Komodo dragon teeth marks on Stegodon bones, alongside stone tool marks, indicates Hobbits likely scavenged leftovers. This challenges previous assumptions about Hobbit hunting capabilities and their evolutionary origins.
A Palestinian driver delivering food aid into Gaza was killed by an Israeli soldier, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, a Telstra network glitch caused a 48-hour outage, and the World Cup quarter-finals begin with France vs. Morocco.
A Palestinian man delivering food aid to Gaza was reportedly killed by an Israeli soldier. Telstra's network experienced a 48-hour outage due to a software glitch. The World Cup quarter-finals begin with France vs. Morocco.
Neil, a one-tonne southern elephant seal famous for his viral beachside antics in Tasmania, has returned to the sea. The five-year-old spent weeks lounging on suburban streets, attracting millions of views and visitors before his departure was confirmed by wildlife authorities.
The UK's Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) program, projected to cost £264bn by 2050, is criticized as a 'white elephant' that will increase emissions and costs. Experts argue it's driven by fossil fuel industry lobbying, not climate necessity, with alternatives like renewables and battery storage being more viable and cost-effective.
Wildlife officials in Tasmania are urging the public to keep their distance from Neil, a southern elephant seal, who has returned to the island. Concerns are high that people, including those with babies, are getting too close for photos, posing a risk to both the public and the animal, which can grow to 3,500kg.
Neil, a 1-tonne elephant seal, has become a local celebrity and "menace" in southern Tasmania, bypassing barricades and damaging property. Experts explain his behavior as normal for a growing, lonely seal, while conservationists highlight the vulnerable status of his species due to bird flu.
