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Two wild elephants swept out to sea rescued by Sri Lankan navy
Two wild elephants swept out to sea rescued by Sri Lankan navy
The dramatic rescue took place off the coast of Trincomalee on July 23. This is the second time the Sri Lankan navy has been brought in to rescue a floundering elephant in recent weeks, with another animal being pulled to safety in Kokilai on July 11.
Jul 24, 2017
47 protesters detained in Turkey after demo in support of arrested teachers
47 protesters detained in Turkey after demo in support of arrested teachers
Turkish police detained 47 protesters in the capital Ankara on 23 July, for demonstrating in support of two teachers arrested for going on a hunger strike. The teachers went on hunger strike after being dismissed from work, along with around 150,000 state employees, as part of President Tayyip Erdogans crackdown since the attempted coup last July.
Jul 24, 2017
Kabul suicide bomb kills at least 24
Kabul suicide bomb kills at least 24
A suicide car bombing in the Afghan capital, Kabul, on July 24 killed at least 24 people and wounded 40. A suicide attacker detonated a car bomb in the western part of Kabul, although the target of the attack remained unclear.
Jul 24, 2017
Rashan Charles: 20-year-old restrained by police dies after swallowing an object
Rashan Charles: 20-year-old restrained by police dies after swallowing an object
CCTV footage shows a man being restrained by police shortly before passing away. The 20-year-old named as Rashan Charles was chased by police before entering a shop on Kingsland Road in Dalston, east London around 1.45am. He then tried to swallow an object before he was taken ill.Police officers and paramedics provided first aid but Charles died shortly after in hospital. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has launched an investigation into the incident.
Jul 24, 2017
Hilarious video shows goat attacking storefront with vengeance
Hilarious video shows goat attacking storefront with vengeance
A Louisville building company thought they had been robbed after they found a window had been smashed on the weekend. When they reviewed the security tapes they realised the culprit was furrier than expected. Apparently, a goat had taken a dislike in the companys windows. It may have seen its reflection in the windows and tried to attack the other goat. According to an employee the vandal is still on the loose. 
Jul 23, 2017
Three Passengers Evacuated After Plane Crashes Into Lake
Three Passengers Evacuated After Plane Crashes Into Lake
Three people had to be evacuated from a small plane after it crashed into Lake Travis, near Starnes Island, Texas. None of the plane passengers sustained serious injuries. The plane later sank into the water. It is the second time this month that a plane crashed into Lake Travis.
Jul 23, 2017
Venezuela: Protest violinist injured as youths clash with security forces
Venezuela: Protest violinist injured as youths clash with security forces
Violent clashes between masked youths and National Guard troops erupted in Caracas after a Democratic Unity coalition march on the Supreme Court was blocked by security forces. A 23-year-old musician famous for playing his violin in the midst of clashes was injured. Wuilly Arteaga tweeted a video from his hospital bed still clutching his violin. The opposition is accusing President Nicolás Maduro of attempting to turn the country into a dictatorship. More than 100 people have died in violent protests against Maduro since April.
Jul 23, 2017
Video shows Myanmar pagoda collapse after heavy rainfall
Video shows Myanmar pagoda collapse after heavy rainfall
A video shows the collapse of a Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar. Visitors gasped as they saw the structure slide into the Ayeyarwaddy River. The Thiri Yadana Pyilone Chantha Pagoda was destroyed around 4:30pm. According to officials, continuous heavy rain caused the river to rise. The water may then have weakened the base of the pagoda.
Jul 23, 2017
Producer speaks of surprising revelations in new Diana documentary
Nick Kent, executive Producer of Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy, a new documentary on Princess Diana, describes how open Prince William and Prince Harry speak of how they knew their mother in private. Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy will be broadcast on ITV and HBO on July 24th.
Jul 23, 2017
Home Alone star John Heard dies aged 72
Home Alone star John Heard dies aged 72
Actor John Heard has died at the age of 72. The cause of death is not yet known. Heard was best known for his role as Peter McCallister in the Home Alone franchise.He also starred in TV shows Prison Break, CSI: Miami and The Sopranos. His role in The Sopranos as detective Vin Makazian earned him an Emmy nomination. Heard is survived by two sons and one daughter.
Jul 23, 2017
Hilarious video shows cows completely mesmerized by traditional Irish music
Hilarious video shows cows completely mesmerized by traditional Irish music
Who knew cows were fans of traditional Irish music? Musician Sharon Shannon found out when she played an impromptu concert for the animals. Some of the cows immediately stopped grazing as they heard Shannons button accordion. Others join in as the cows edged closer and closer to the musician. Completely mesmerized they almost came within touching distance and one brave cow even dared to lick Shannons leg as a thank you.
Jul 22, 2017
Prince George celebrates 4th birthday with official portrait
Prince George celebrates 4th birthday with official portrait
Prince George is turning 4 today (July 22). The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge released an adorable official portrait of the birthday boy. Here are some more classic Prince George moments to celebrate his special day. Like the time he got super excited about a cuddly toy or when he couldnt cope with how fun these balloons were. Remember when he gave the cutest little wave before meeting his baby sister? Or the time he got bored waiting for the flyover? Happy Birthday Prince George!
Jul 22, 2017
Prince George celebrates 4th birthday with official portrait
Prince George celebrates 4th birthday with official portrait
Prince George is turning 4 today (July 22). The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge released an adorable official portrait of the birthday boy. Here are some more classic Prince George moments to celebrate his special day. Like the time he got super excited about a cuddly toy or when he couldnt cope with how fun these balloons were. Remember when he gave the cutest little wave before meeting his baby sister? Or the time he got bored waiting for the flyover? Happy Birthday Prince George!
Jul 22, 2017
Bodycam video shows police officer shooting friendly dogs
Bodycam video shows police officer shooting friendly dogs
Bodycam footage shows the moment a Minneapolis police officer shot and injured two dogs. The dogs were in the backyard when police responded to a home burglary.The dogs owners say the attending police officer did not knock on the front door before entering the backyard. The officer claimed he opened fire after the two pitbulls charged at him. Both CCTV footage of the owners and the bodycam video shows the dogs approaching cautiously friendly. The dogs are physician-prescribed emotional support animals for the sons of the owners suffering from anxiety. They are planning to take legal action against the police.
Jul 22, 2017
Michael Jacksons chimpanzee becomes star of Miami art exhibition
Michael Jacksons chimpanzee becomes star of Miami art exhibition
Michael Jacksons former chimpanzee is making a splash in the art world. 34-year-old Bubbles and other apes living at a Florida rescue centre exhibited paintings at a Miami art gallery. The Center for Great Apes rehabilitates 48 orangutans and chimpanzees rescued from a life of forced performances. Painting is one of the activities used to stimulate the overly trained apes. The money raised from the sale of the paintings will contribute in the maintenance of the center.
Jul 22, 2017
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