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Brave firefighters rescue fawns trapped in forest fire

These firefighters came across two fawns trapped in a forest fire at Prescott National Forest in Arizona. They were battling the 25,000-acre fire when they came across the baby deer. The lucky animals were transferred to a save area to be reunited with their mother. Jul 2, 2017

Uncovered tower of skulls reveals dark Aztec history

A tower made of human skulls has been unearthed in Mexico City. More than 650 skulls caked in lime were found near Templo Mayor one of the main temples in the former Aztec capital. Anthropologists believe the tower was part of a massive structure made of skulls that terrified the Spanish invaders according to contemporary accounts. Many of the skulls belonged to women and children who may have been part of religious rituals. Jul 2, 2017

Yemen cholera epidemic spreads with nearly 250,000 infected

A cholera outbreak in Yemen has infected nearly 250,000 people. The WHO warned of the unprecedented spread of the disease in the war-torn country. 1,500 deaths have been reported so far between April and June 2017 and every day an additional 5,000 new cases are reported. Almost half of all recorded cholera cases are children. Nearly 2 million children suffer from malnutrition, making them vulnerable for diseases. Jul 2, 2017

World Pride parade in Madrid parties for LGBT rights

More than 50 floats took part in the WorldPride parade in Madrid that saw hundreds of thousands of people march for LGBT rights.Revellers partied until late in the night in a carnival atmosphere and World Pride protests and events took place on the weekend across Madrid.World Pride first started in 2000 and has been held in several cities around the globe. Jul 2, 2017

Time-lapse shows Winnipegs largest living maple leaf as tribute to Canada 150 celebrations

Thousands of people, wearing red shirts, gathered at an intersection in downtown Winnipeg, Canada, to form the largest living maple leaf to celebrate the countrys 150th anniversary. Downtown Winnipeg Biz, which organised the event, said at least 3,600 people were involved in the stunt that took place on Saturday (1 July) morning local time. A few people, wearing white, formed 150 under the maple leafs stem.This is reported to be the seventh year that Canadians have gathered in the shape of the countrys iconic symbol. Jul 2, 2017

Stunning timelapse shows koala sleeping underneath Milky Way galaxy

Symbio Wildlife Park has released stunning footage of Grace, the koala, sleeping underneath the Milky Way galaxy. The video filmed over four hours consists of nearly 600 shots at 25 second intervals. Staff at the park reported seeing Grace climb to the highest point of the Koala Sanctuary during clear winter nights, leading to the idea for the video. Jul 1, 2017

Two injured after plane bursts into flames in crash on motorway

Following the crash of a Cessna 310 aircraft on a busy California motorway, the two occupants of the plane had to be taken to hospital in a serious condition. The pilot tried to return to the airport shortly after take-off because of engine problems but instead came down between cars on the road. Jul 1, 2017

17 injured in shooting at Arkansas nightclub

Multiple people have been shot at a night club in Little Rock, Arkansas, on 1 July. The incident is reported to have taken place in the early hours of Saturday morning at the Power Ultra Lounge.Police have said that there are 17 victims, who include those shot as well as people trampled as patrons fled the club. Jul 1, 2017

US image suffers under Trump presidency

The Pew Reseach Centers annual survey on global attitudes toward the US reveals that, US Image Suffers as Publics Around World Question Trumps Leadership. Of the 37 countries surveyed, 22% had confidence in Trump to do the right thing on international affairs, putting the U.S. President behind Vladimir Putin. Jul 1, 2017

Three surprising ways Chinese people benefit from Hong Kong

July 1 marks the 20th anniversary since the United Kingdom handed sovereignty of Hong Kong back to China following the expiry of its 99-year lease. Two decades on China and Hong Kong still have many differences, some of those heavily benefit China. Here are three more surprising ways they do. Jul 1, 2017

Grenfell Tower Fire: Kensington and Chelsea leader quits

The leader of Kensington and Chelsea council, Nick Paget-Brown, has resigned following weeks of criticism for the boroughs handling of the Grenfell Tower disaster. Announcing the decision, he said he accepts a share of responsibility for perceived failings in the councils response to the fire at the tower block in west London. Jul 1, 2017

This High Heel Race is only for men

This annual high heel race is only for men. Its part of World Pride Madrid festival for LGBT communities. This festival is held to celebrate the diversity and commemorate the Stonewall riots in 1969, which led to the first protest march for LGBT rights. Runners wear stilettos, wedges, kitten heels and colorful customs. Runners heels are required to be at least 4 inches high. Winners can get prizes worth up to 500 euros. Jul 1, 2017

Texting and talking while walking makes you move funny

New research indicates that cell phones are changing how we walk, making us slower and exaggerate our movements. The study, led by scientists at Anglia Ruskin University, investigated how phone use affects where people look and how they move whilst on their phone. Jul 1, 2017

Bernard Hopkins comments on the fight of the year

Two super fights are scheduled to happen this year. Floyd Mayweather will fight Conor McGregor on Aug. 26. Canelo Alvarez will box Gennady Golovkin on Sept.16. But for former middleweight champion Bernard Hopkins, only one fight is worth watching. Jul 1, 2017

From India to Hong Kong: How Britains empire crumbled

Britains biggest and most important possession, India was viewed as the jewel in the crown of the Empire. In the 1930s and 40s, the Indian independence movement picked up steam under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and other revolutionary leaders and by 1947, the country was given its independence. 50 years later, Hong Kong was handed back to China, and so came the symbolic end of the British Empire.  Jul 1, 2017

From India to Hong Kong: How Britains empire crumbled

Britains biggest and most important possession, India was viewed as the jewel in the crown of the Empire. In the 1930s and 40s, the Indian independence movement picked up steam under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and other revolutionary leaders and by 1947, the country was given its independence. 50 years later, Hong Kong was handed back to China, and so came the symbolic end of the British Empire.  Jul 1, 2017
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