The Sri Lankan Navy ran a 12-hour rescue mission to save an elephant from drowning off the coast of Kokilaim. The Navy spotted the elephant struggling after a current dragged it five miles out to sea.
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Legendary actor Martin Landau has died at 89
Martin Landau was well known for his roles in ‘Ed Wood,’ Tucker: the Man and his Dream,’ and in the TV version of Mission: Impossible. He was 89 years old.
Refugee janitor has two valedictorian daughters
Jamal Abdullahi’s two daughters have graduated at the top of the class at Wilson Magnet High School, where he works as a custodian.
Buzzworthy UFO sightings: What did they really see?
For World UFO day, we look back at some of the most buzzed-about sightings of unidentified flying objects.
Adele cancels shows citing vocal cord problems
Adele has canceled the two shows left on her world tour due to damaged vocal cords. The pop star wrote an emotional open letter about the decision.
House bill could make flying more comfortable, safe
Congress is considering new regulations that could impact the comfort and security of flights.
New York City holds its annual LGBT pride march
On Sunday, June 25th, New York City held its annual LGBT pride march.
2017’s World’s ugliest dog is…
Martha is a 125-pound Neapolitan Mastiff, and she now boasts the title as the winner of the 29th annual World’s Ugliest Dog Contest!
Attacked: UK Parliament’s email system
According to a House of Commons spokesperson, hackers have hit the British Parliament’s email system. The apparent intent was to break into the accounts of hundreds of MPs, Lords and their staffs.
Cosby judge declares mistrial, Prosecutors promise retrial
After a jury said it was ‘hopelessly deadlocked,’ Judge Steven O’Neill declared a mistrial in the Bill Cosby sexual assault case.
