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Watch zookeeper hilariously struggle to leave panda enclosure

Watch zookeeper hilariously struggle to leave panda enclosure

Being a panda keeper is no easy task. Especially not when it comes to leaving the panda cub enclosure after a hard day of playing with adorable fluffballs. As soon as the gate opens the cubs all make a dash for the exit.The video footage captured at the panda breeding centre in Sichuan, China shows that it can be quite a struggle to keep the babies under control, especially when they have their heart set on escape. May 7, 2017
At least 80 girls kidnapped by Boko Haram are released

At least 80 girls kidnapped by Boko Haram are released

Up to 80 girls kidnapped by Boko Haram in 2014 have been released. They were among 276 who were abducted from their school in Chibok on 14 April.The girls were released by Boko Haram after negotiations with the Nigerian government. Over 100 girls are still being held captive by the insurgents.In the last eight years, Boko Haram have killed over 30,000 people and kidnapped hundreds. May 7, 2017
Escaped zebra wreaks havoc in Florida

Escaped zebra wreaks havoc in Florida

An escaped zebra wreaked havoc across Wimauma, Florida. The animal surprised landowners when it suddenly appeared in their gardens.It also caused a traffic accident when it ran into the side of a pickup truck, injuring the driver. The zebra was eventually caught with the help of its owner.It is unclear how it managed to escape. May 7, 2017
Thousands of women march in protest against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

Thousands of women march in protest against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

Tens of thousands of women marched through cities in Venezuela to protest President Nicolás Maduro.The protesters called for peace after weeks of violent protests in the country. At least 37 people have died in anti-Maduro protests since early April.Protesters call for the presidential election to be moved forward from 2018 opposition activists to be freed and humanitarian aid from abroad.Maduro plans to set up a constituent assembly with extended powers to control the crisis-hit country. May 7, 2017
Femen activists arrested after topless protest against Le Pen

Femen activists arrested after topless protest against Le Pen

Femen activists have staged a topless protest against right-wing candidate Marine Le Pen. Members of the feminist group unveiled a banner saying: Marine in power, Marianne in despair referencing Frances symbol of liberty, Marianne.The activists were arrested following the protest.Hénin-Beaumont is one of a few municipalities controlled by the Front National. Opinion polls suggest Le Pen will lose to the centrist candidate Emmanuel Macron. May 7, 2017
France goes to polls with EUs fate hanging in the balance

France goes to polls with EUs fate hanging in the balance

Polls have opened for the second round of the French presidential election. Centrist Emmanuel Macron stands against anti-immigrant far-right candidate Marine Le Pen. Preliminary results will be announced at 7pm GMT.Tight security is meant to protect the 67,000-odd polling stations from possible terrorist attacks.A day before the election hackers leaked a number of documents from Macrons campaign staff. Election officials warned media to not publish the leaked data to avoid influencing the election. May 7, 2017
Worlds heaviest man is having bypass surgery to save life

Worlds heaviest man is having bypass surgery to save life

A Mexican who used to weigh 1,311 pounds will undergo bypass surgery to save his life. Juan Pedro Franco is believed to be the heaviest man in the world.The 31-year-old has already lost 385 pounds to prepare for the surgery. Battling obesity all his life, Franco hopes the surgery will allow him to live normally. He has been bed-ridden for the last seven years.Mexico is the global leader in obesity, with 35% of adolescents overweight or obese. May 6, 2017
Worlds heaviest man is having bypass surgery to save life

Worlds heaviest man is having bypass surgery to save life

A Mexican who used to weigh 1,311 pounds will undergo bypass surgery to save his life. Juan Pedro Franco is believed to be the heaviest man in the world.The 31-year-old has already lost 385 pounds to prepare for the surgery. Battling obesity all his life, Franco hopes the surgery will allow him to live normally. He has been bed-ridden for the last seven years.Mexico is the global leader in obesity, with 35% of adolescents overweight or obese. May 6, 2017
Island where Prince Philip is worshipped as a god is shocked on news of his retirement

Island where Prince Philip is worshipped as a god is shocked on news of his retirement

Inhabitants of the island Tanna were shocked to hear of Prince Philips retirement. The islanders believe the royal to be the son of an ancestral mountain god.The pale-skinned son supposedly left the island to marry a powerful woman overseas. The villagers believe he will bring wealth and good fortune upon his return.Philips retirement is likely to disappoint these hopes.He most likely was linked to the local legend in the 1960s, when Vanuatu was an Anglo-French colony. May 6, 2017
Danish brewery produces Pisner beer using recycled human urine

Danish brewery produces Pisner beer using recycled human urine

A Danish beer has been brewed using 50,000 litres of human urine as fertiliser for the malting barley. It is the brewerys attempt to recycle beer urine collected at a music festival.A limited 60,000 bottles of Pisner will be sold in Demark. The final product does not contain any urine itself. The beer is said to have a light and refreshing taste. May 6, 2017
Chinese navy ship that foiled pirate attack on bulk carrier hands over suspects to Somalia

Chinese navy ship that foiled pirate attack on bulk carrier hands over suspects to Somalia

Three suspected pirates were handed over to Somali authorities by the Chinese navy. The pirates had tried to attack a merchant ship in the Gulf of Aden when they were captured.Indian and Chinese naval vessels nearby responded to the crews call for help. The three suspects will be tried on piracy-related charges.The number of attacks have declined since 2013, following tightened security on shipping but attacks spiked again this year following a severe drought in Somalia. May 6, 2017
More than 100 students in hospital after gas leak near school in India

More than 100 students in hospital after gas leak near school in India

A gas leak from a fuel tanker has affected at least 50 students in New Delhi. Many had to be taken to hospital suffering from breathlessness and nausea.The leaking tanker was located near a school. First responders managed to control the leak. The students at the school were due to take exams, which have now been cancelled. May 6, 2017
North Korea to launch Korean-style attacks on US and Seoul spy agencies over Kim Jong-un murder plot

North Korea to launch Korean-style attacks on US and Seoul spy agencies over Kim Jong-un murder plot

North Korea has accused the US and South Korea of planning to assassinate its leader. The regime claims a biochemical attack on Kim Jong-un was planned for a military parade on 15 April.No proof for the claims was given but North Korea said it will take anti-terrorism striking actions as a reaction. North Korean agents recently used a nerve agent to murder Kim Jong-uns estranged brother Kim Jong-nam. May 6, 2017
The most iconic women war photographers

The most iconic women war photographers

The last photo 22-year-old war photographer Hilda Clayton took before she was killed during a live-fire training exercise in 2013 has been released and went viral. However, Clayton is not the first woman to document war or have died while doing so. Here are three iconic women war photographers that you may not have heard of. May 6, 2017
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