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Ailing beluga put down in last-ditch French rescue bid
An ailing beluga whale that strayed into France's Seine river was put down by vets Wednesday during a last-ditch rescue attempt to keep the animal alive, local officials said.
Ailing Beluga whale dies in French rescue bid
An ailing Beluga whale that strayed into France's River Seine has died during a last-ditch rescue attempt, experts having decided to put the animal down to prevent further suffering, local officials said Wednesday.
Stranded beluga whale removed from France's Seine river
A beluga whale stranded in the Seine river in northern France for more than a week was removed from the water early Wednesday in a risky rescue operation, but officials warned it was in poor health.
France launches rescue op for beluga astray in Seine
French marine experts launched an ambitious operation Tuesday to rescue an ailing beluga whale that swam up the Seine river, to return it to the sea, an AFP journalist at the scene reported.
France readies rescue of beluga astray in Seine
Marine experts will attempt Tuesday to rescue a beluga whale that swam up the Seine river and return it to the sea, officials said, a complex and risky operation for an animal already sick and malnourished.
Hero's burial for former Philippine leader Ramos
Former Philippine president Fidel Ramos, a soldier regarded as one of the country's most effective leaders ever, was interred at the National Heroes Cemetery on Tuesday in a sombre state burial.
Mike Tyson slams 'slave master' Hulu series for 'stealing' life story
Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson has accused an unauthorized television drama of stealing his life story, comparing the streaming platform behind the upcoming series to a "slave master."
French experts ponder plan to transport whale back to sea
Experts are looking at a plan to transport a malnourished beluga whale that has swum up France's River Seine back to sea before its health deteriorates any further, officials said Monday.
Su-bear-ru: Bear spends night in US couple's car
A bear that let itself into a US couple's car had to spend the night there after shutting itself in.
When the sun switches off the solar panels
The more the sun shines in the southern German town of Aurach, the more likely it is that Jens Husemann's solar panels will be disconnected from the grid -- an exasperating paradox at a time when Germany is navigating an energy supply crisis.
Actress Anne Heche hospitalized after fiery car crash: US media
US actress Anne Heche has been hospitalized in critical condition after crashing her car into a Los Angeles home, US media reported Friday.
Going once, going twice... Pakistan lions up for auction
A Pakistan zoo is auctioning off a dozen lions to private collectors next week to free up space for a pride that won't stop growing.
'Climate criminal': Celebrities rapped over jet use
From a 14-minute flight by Drake's private plane to Taylor Swift's carbon footprint, celebrities are struggling to shake off a firestorm over their jet emissions amid the climate crisis.
Health fears over Beluga whale spotted in France's Seine river
A beluga whale that swam up France's Seine river appears to be underweight and officials are worried about its health, regional authorities said Thursday.
Two years after Beirut mega-blast, Lebanon hits new lows
Crisis-hit Lebanon marks two years Thursday since a massive explosion ripped through Beirut, with victims' relatives planning protest marches as they keep demanding truth and justice.
In Berlin, Rolling Stones end 'Sixty' tour with tribute to Charlie Watts
The Rolling Stones wrapped up their 60th-anniversary tour Wednesday in Germany with an emotional tribute to late drummer Charlie Watts.
Comanche warriors take spotlight in 'Predator' prequel 'Prey'
Having battled mighty heroes across time and space, the invisible extraterrestrial hunters of the "Predator" films have a new -- or rather, old -- foe in an 18th-century female Comanche warrior.
Police charge UK man over crossbow threat to Queen
Police on Tuesday charged a 20-year-old man with an offence under Britain's 1842 Treason Act after arresting him armed with a crossbow at Windsor Castle as Queen Elizabeth II spent Christmas Day there.
Iguanas reproducing on Galapagos island century after disappearing
A land iguana that disappeared more than a century ago from one of the Galapagos Islands is reproducing naturally following its reintroduction there, Ecuador's environment ministry announced Monday.
Spanish PM calls on nation to go tie-less
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Friday called on office workers to throw sartorial caution to the wind and ditch their ties amid scorching summer temperatures.
'Wagatha Christie': Vardy loses to Rooney in celebrity libel trial
A UK judge Friday effectively branded England footballer's wife Rebekah Vardy a liar, rejecting her "Wagatha Christie" libel suit against Coleen Rooney following a trial that lifted the lid on celebrity skullduggery.
Bob Dylan accuser drops sex abuse lawsuit
A woman who sued Bob Dylan for allegedly sexually abusing her when she was 12 has dropped her case, just after the folk-rock artist's legal team accused her of destroying evidence.
Spielberg heads starry Toronto festival line-up
Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Lawrence and Harry Styles will bring their world premieres to Toronto, as North America's largest film festival signaled a return to full strength with the unveiling of a star-studded lineup Thursday.
W. Mediterranean hit by 'exceptional' heatwave: experts
An "exceptional" marine heatwave is gripping the western Mediterranean with surface temperatures up to five degrees Celsius (41 degrees Fahrenheit) hotter than average, according to experts contacted by AFP.
'Don't go near': Japan beachgoers warned over biting dolphin
Beachgoers in the Japanese region of Fukui have been warned to stay away from a displeased dolphin accused of biting swimmers, with officials urging visitors to "watch from afar".
Marauding monkey caught, killed after dozens injured in Japan
Local authorities hunting for a gang of monkeys who attacked and wounded nearly 50 people in western Japan have caught and killed one of the marauding primates, an official said Wednesday.
Apple TV+ thriller 'Surface' explores control and conservatorships
"Surface," Apple TV+'s latest glossy thriller starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw as an amnesia sufferer, tackles "zeitgeist" issues of conservatorships and female autonomy, its creator and cast told AFP.
Argentina pays tribute to icon Eva Peron on 70th anniversary of death
Crisis-wracked Argentina on Tuesday marked the 70th anniversary of the death of iconic political figure Eva Peron with a series of events, marches and tributes.
Adele announces rescheduled Vegas residency dates
Adele delighted fans Monday by detailing the dates for her rescheduled shows in Las Vegas, after postponing them earlier this year the day before she was due to start.
Marauding monkeys injure 42 in Japanese city
Local authorities in Japan's Yamaguchi city said Monday they are turning to tranquiliser guns to confront marauding monkeys that have injured 42 people in recent weeks.
Florida hurries to catch fast-spreading snail invasion
It might not be speedy, but it's big, hungry and fast at reproducing: the giant African snail, a potential health risk to humans, has once again invaded the southern US state of Florida.
Greece, California battle fierce wildfires amid heatwaves
Greece on Sunday battled four major wildfires that have forced hundreds to evacuate, as soaring temperatures there and in Spain raised fears of more blazes.