wild monkeys

A graceful black monkey edges across a swaying red rope bridge strung over a busy residential road in Malaysia's Penang, watched by local conservationists who carefully record her movements. Key to their efforts is helping the monkeys navigate fragmented habitat crisscrossed by busy roads where the animals are often killed.

We live in the era of viral animals, from Larry the Cat, the permanent fixture at 10 Downing Street, to Moo Deng, the cute pygmy hippo in Thailand, and Punch, the lonely monkey whose inability to make friends made the world go aww. Donald Trump the buffalo might be the latest addition to this pantheon. But long before the algorithm turned animals into celebrities, humans were already turning them into gods, omens, sacrifices, scapegoats and pardoned prisoners.

Vinícius Júnior, the Brazilian star player, has dominated headlines in the last few days after he confirmed his split from his now ex girlfriend, popular influencer Virginia Fonseca, after dating her for the last couple of months, just weeks before FIFA 2026 is set to begin. While the break up has sparked shockwaves, a post of Vinícius Júnior has resurfaced where he had wished his now ex girlfriend, Virginia Fonseca, on her birthday in April.

Beloved voice actor Tom Kane, known for Yoda in 'Star Wars' and Professor Utonium in 'The Powerpuff Girls', has passed away at 64. A stroke in 2020 severely impacted his speech, leading to his retirement. Kane's distinctive voice graced countless beloved characters and projects, leaving a lasting legacy.

In a surprising turn of events, a muntjac deer found itself stuck on an escalator at a Marks & Spencer in the UK, leaving shoppers amused and concerned. Fortunately, dedicated rescuers were able to free the confused creature, igniting a wave of humorous memes online.

A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed 65 lives, sparking regional and global concern. Over 246 suspected cases are reported, with fears of cross-border spread. Scientists are investigating a rare strain, potentially challenging existing vaccines. Authorities are implementing stringent border checks and isolation protocols to contain the escalating emergency.

Scientists have observed Iberian lynxes submerging deceased rabbits in water, a behavior previously undocumented in carnivores. This unprecedented practice, observed in female lynxes, suggests learned adaptation and problem-solving, potentially aiding in prey hydration or making food easier for cubs. The discovery offers new insights into the adaptability of this endangered species.