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A 28-member Elephant Task Force has been constituted for the Dakshina Kannada district in coastal Karnataka to address the increasing menace of wild elephants reported in several forest ranges.
The death of a wild elephant during relocation in Loei has brought increased attention to the escalating human-elephant conflict in Thailand's Northeast region.
A judge found that former Elephant 6 Collective member Anna "Nesey" Gallons, who accused Koster of grooming her in 2024, was a "credible threat" to his safety The post Neutral Milk Hotel’s Julian…
Yesterday I got to watch my first televised A’s game of 2026! Thank you MLB.TV’s free game of the day special as well as the fine commentators behind the mic for the San Diego Padres. I mean, imagine getting to watch your favorite team play a spring training game? Imagine getting to know your rising […]
Over 77 wild elephants in Kerala have died in the past six years due to preventable causes like illegal electric fencing and train collisions, highlighting a severe human-wildlife conflict.
Why Don’t the Las Vegas Raiders Have a Quarterbacks Coach in 2026? Kubiak’s staff is set — and the elephant […]
Elephants may not debate in policy making, but they tell us how to get it right standardmedia.co.ke
An injured wild elephant has been sighted in Anakkulam, near the border of the Malayattoor reserve and Mankulam forest division, prompting forest department officials to initiate tracking efforts.
Hollywood franchise filmmaking spoof The Napa Boys, fashion comedy Idiotka, Jessica Chastain- starring Dreams, and Werner Herzog’s documentary Ghost Elephants debut with the unusual Hypnosismic –…
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Man, endangered elephant killed amid growing human-animal conflict in Sumatra The Straits Times
Belarusian bestselling author Sasha Filipenko discusses his darkly comedic parable 'The Elephants' about political repression, stating that Belarus is a 'torture laboratory'.
‘Ghost Elephants’ Review: Werner Herzog Returns to the Wild WSJ
The Chadivayal elephant camp has welcomed two new elephants, Muthu and Cauvery, to its facility.
Scientists have reported that bird flu has affected elephant seals in California for the first time, leading to the deaths of thirty seals, primarily weaned pups, since late last week.
A woman was tragically trampled to death by a wild elephant in the Thalavadi Hills region.
An almost diaristic documentary, eschewing normal pathways for a more esoteric exploration of survival, science, intuition and mortality.
Massive crowds gather in post-harvest paddy fields as Enkakkad, Kumaranellur and Wadakkanchery desams bring alive centuries-old traditions
The article discusses lingering mysteries surrounding the 1981 Spanish coup attempt, including the role of secret services and the identity of the 'white elephant'.
An MLB news roundup includes speculation about whether Kurtz will really bat leadoff, among other elephant rumblings.
A Sumatran elephant was found dead in Aceh, with electrocution suspected as the cause of death.
Even as the locals staged a protest, the Forest Department staff sedated a tusker said to be responsible for the two deaths, near Beranagodu in Chikkamagaluru taluk.
A daily MLB news roundup includes the return of Bob Melvin, along with other Crimson Tide news and notes.
Police investigate how Rome's beloved Bernini elephant sculpture lost the tip of its tusk — again Associated Press News
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A roundup of MLB news confirms that Spring Training has officially begun.
The Beauval zoo in central France welcomed the birth of a baby elephant on Sunday, after its mother N'Dala endured a seven-hour delivery. The baby female was born at 4:00 am (0300 GMT), weighing 150 kilos and was described by zoo director Rodolphe Delord as "very very big". FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes reports.
Thailand has begun using a birth control vaccine on wild elephants to curb conflicts arising from human and animal populations encroaching on each other's habitats.
Local communities in Cambodia commemorated elephants killed by Thai shelling during a forest anniversary, highlighting the impact of cross-border conflicts on wildlife and the environment.
Insights from elephant behavior, such as their natural guidance by water, forage, and safety, are being considered as a model to ease human-wildlife conflict.
According to local residents, the victim had gone to drive off an elephant that had entered his farm. However, as he did not return, they checked and found him lying on the ground with elephant footprints around him
There isn't a team more battle-tested, but you don’t need elephant’s memory to remember Arizona has been here before without it ending in a Final Four
The song Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’ is from the 1943 musical Oklahoma. It captures the beauty of a rural sunrise with a “bright, golden haze on the meadow” and corn “as high as an elephant’s eye”.
A 17-year-old girl was tragically killed by a wild elephant in front of her parents in Kodagu, Karnataka, India.
An article suggests that elephants, despite not debating, offer valuable insights into effective policy making, likely in the context of conservation or environmental policy.
Her village Bettathuru is on the fringes of the forest and Pooja’s house was barely 100 metres from the forest area
Elephant race heralds the annual Guruvayur temple festival
In Bengal, 'hula parties' are still being used to drive away elephants, with individuals paid Rs 300 a day for the task, despite existing court orders against such practices.
A conference was held to discuss the ongoing issue of human-elephant conflict.
Elephant suddenly attacks a 26-year-old man, grabbing him with its trunk and throwing him to the ground
‘Ghost Elephants’ Review: Werner Herzog Returns to the Wild WSJ
Nicola Pepe reveals why he was not selected for the Ivory Coast Elephants for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Dailysports
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Elephant rescued from mud in Galana after swift community action the-star.co.ke
Central India is experiencing a growing crisis with its elephant population as their habitats shrink and herds expand, leading to increased human-wildlife conflict.
An elephant is currently receiving medical treatment in the Thalavadi hills, as reported by local sources.
An article describes the experience of walking through natural paths created by elephants in Taman Negara, Malaysia.
A farmer in the Kadambur hills was tragically killed after being trampled by a wild elephant.
The Korean musical 'The Last Man' is set to make its UK debut at Southwark Playhouse’s Elephant venue in London, with performances scheduled from May 8 to June 6.
Thailand is using a birth control vaccine to control its elephant population, particularly in areas near expanding agricultural lands.
A roundup of MLB news, including 'Elephant Rumblings' and updates on how teams are preparing as games approach after the offseason.
Miami of Ohio coach Travis Steele isn’t afraid to talk to his team about the 26-game winning streak that makes the RedHawks the last unbeaten team in Division I. “Obviously, it is the elephant in the room,” Steele said on Tuesday night after Miami beat UMass 86-77. Steele himself didn’t seem to be focused on the streak, saying in his postgame that he didn’t know who the next opponent was or when they played — it’s Bowling Green, on Friday.
Australian Antarctic Program scientists say virus on Heard Island has spread to new species Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The gentoo penguin has become the first bird to test positive for the H5N1 bird flu on an Australian territory, with samples confirming the virus has spread on a sub-Antarctic island. The deadly and contagious strain of bird flu, which has already killed millions of seabirds, wild birds and poultry overseas, was confirmed in southern elephant seals on Heard Island in November 2025. Continue reading...
Archaeologists in Spain have unearthed an ancient bone that could be the first concrete evidence of General Hannibal's war elephants, a significant find for understanding ancient military history.
A new study has found that the approximately 1,000 tiny hairs on an elephant's trunk are crucial for its sense of touch, suggesting an elephant is 'blind without its whiskers.'
The Elephants wrap up their camp with a well-deserved victoryPreparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations: Côte d'Ivoire defeat KenyaAs part of the build-up to the 2026 Women's Africa Cup…
The Sri Lankan government is taking steps to mitigate crop damage and human-wildlife conflicts, with the Attorney General undertaking to update the court on measures specifically addressing human-elephant conflicts.
This article explores the biological and behavioral reasons why large animals like flamingos and elephants typically avoid lying down, focusing on their unique adaptations and needs.
Rogue elephants have killed three people and destroyed crops in Samburu, Kenya, highlighting human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Rangers at Tesso Nilo National Park in Riau, Indonesia, have discovered a dead elephant calf, prompting concerns about wildlife conservation in the area.
The potent synthetic opioid Carfentanil, often referred to as the 'elephant drug,' is reportedly posing a threat to Senegal.
Archaeologists in Spain have unearthed a 2200-year-old elephant bone, which could be the first direct evidence of Carthaginian war elephants led by Hannibal during the Punic Wars in Europe.
The notices were issued based on two petitions; one challenges the approval given by the Centre and the State for the felling of trees for the project, the other claims that a proposed elephant…
The High Court has criticized the State government and summoned top officials after a tribal resident was killed by a wild elephant in Aralam, citing "clear lapses" in ensuring adequate safety measures for tribal residents.
Local residents said presence of wild elephants in the area has intensified again after a brief lull, raising fresh concern over safety in the farm region
An image of two seal elephant pups learning to swim in Falkland won the top prize in the 61st edition of a global underwater photography competition, which received over 7000 entries.
A forest team has been deployed to drive out the animal from the city
About 30 seals had died as of Thursday, nearly all of them weaned pups, amid the rise of avian influenza An outbreak of a highly pathogenic strain of bird flu has killed more than two dozen elephant seal pups in California, leading to the temporary closure of seal-viewing areas at a popular Bay Area park. California’s Año Nuevo state park is home to an elephant seal colony with about 5,000 seals during the marine mammals’ breeding season, which runs from mid-December through March. Researcher...
‘Ghost Elephants’ Review: Werner Herzog Returns to the Wild WSJ
An outbreak of bird flu among elephant seals in California has prompted officials to cancel popular tours to prevent further spread and protect the animals.
An article discusses the debate around the conservation value of saving famous individual animals, such as 'Craig the elephant', arguing that such interventions often lack broader conservation impact unless the species is critically endangered.
Exclusive: ScreenRant presents a clip from Ghost Elephants, from National Geographic Documentary Films, narrated and directed by Werner Herzog.
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The very first video ever posted on YouTube, featuring a young man at the San Diego Zoo's elephant enclosure, has been acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and will be exhibited as a work of art.
They have been accused of attempting to overturn a police vehicle, among other things
Arne Lawrenz, director of Wuppertal Zoo, is described as the head of European elephant families, controlling breeding and potentially future end-of-life decisions for elephants in zoos.
Archaeologists claim to have found evidence of Hannibal's war elephants, used by the Carthaginian general during his historic campaign across the Alps in the Second Punic War.
Philadelphia Union stadium to host the ElephantsWorld Cup 2026: Côte d'Ivoire selects its main base campThe city of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Union have announced that Côte d'Ivoire has chosen S...
Police are investigating after a famous elephant statue in Rome, known as the Elefantino, had a tusk snapped off overnight, marking another instance of damage to the sculpture.
An article explores the various animals that are capable of taking down elephants, highlighting the dangers even these large creatures face in the wild.
A bull elephant in Thailand attacked its owner and damaged vehicles while being forced to mate in a field outside an elephant village.
In recent MLB news, the Arizona Diamondbacks have claimed player Holman, as part of ongoing roster adjustments.
Archaeologists in Spain have discovered a 2,200-year-old elephant bone, which could be the first direct evidence of Hannibal's use of giant mammals in the Punic Wars.