Ivory Prices Fall By 50%, as Chinese Demand Dries Up
African elephants are benefiting from changing attitudes in China that have slashed demand for ivory and sent its price plummeting.
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Syrian Man Returns to Volunteer in Greece 3 Years After He Was Welcomed as Refugee
Ibrahim Bayzed's story is one that can only be described as "coming full circle." He fled Syria in 2012 during a mass exodus of opponents of Syrian dictator Assad's regime and headed to Egypt to complete his studies in international trade and logistics management. Upon completion of his studies he went to Turkey to work […]
Help Wanted: Professional Panda Cuddler (We're Not Joking)
Once you discover "panda cuddler" is an actual job title, you may have to rethink your career plans.
Wildfire Evacuation: Doctors, Nurses Stay Behind To Rescue Animals
These medical folks worked around the clock to treat animals from cats to kangaroos injured in a fast moving Australian wildfire.
International Women's Day: Three Women Turned Pennies into Empowerment
Today is the 100-year anniversary of the founding of International Women's Day—a day to celebrate the achievements of women worldwide and to rekindle efforts toward their advancement. With hopes of building a business, three women stand out as examples of how to lift themselves out of poverty.
World On Track to Cut Poverty in Half, But Turner and Gates Called in to Boost Other Goals
Despite the global economic downturn, the world is still on track to meet a key U.N. goal of halving the number of people living on less than $1 a day by 2015, according a UN report. Other Millenium Goals are not similarly on track, so UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon created a star-powered committee that will try to spark progress against all eight welfare problems named in the goals.
Nobel Laureate Announces Growth of Micro-Loan Program
Muhammad Yunus gets people out of poverty with the help of small loan-interest loans. The Nobel Laureate announced that his banking organization, the Grameen Bank is set to expand in America and elsewhere.
The Moment a Girl Could Suddenly Hear Was Highlight for Richard Branson (WATCH)
Some moments can change everything – and also leave an indelible mark on those who witness those moments. "I have been fortunate to do some very exciting things in my lifetime. But helping a young girl to hear for the very first time was one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had," said […]
Preparations Underway For Afghanistan's First Women's University
Afghanistan's first lady unveiled plans for the Islamic nation's first university run just for women.
Jeep Club Volunteers Drive Hospital Workers During Winter Storm
Members of the New Brunswick Jeep Club volunteered their time during Tuesday's storm for a good cause — helping doctors and nurses get to and from work at the local hospital.
Animal Odd Couple Best Friends (Video)
At the Tennessee elephant sanctuary, where animals usually pair up with each other, one elephant instead has formed a lasting bond with Bella the dog. They are inseparable.
Planets Line Up, First Time in a Decade for Spectacular Sky Show
All five planets visible without a telescope will form a perfect line starting Wednesday morning.
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