Tuesday 30 April 2019

'Crowded out of existence': Up to 1M species at risk of extinction because of human activities, report says

Up to a million species are at risk of extinction because of human activities, a United Nations report warns.

      
 
 


European Union calls for 'free and fair elections' to end standoff in Venezuela

The European Union said it rejected any form of violence and would continue to push for 'free and fair elections.'

      
 
 


65-foot teddy bear enters Guinness Book of World Records

Residents in Mexico enter the Guinness Book of World Records with a giant teddy bear, measuring about 65 feet and 8,000 pounds.

      
 
 


Venezuelan President Maduro often uses 'colectivos' rather than military to maintain order

As conditions in Venezuela have gone from dire to unliveable, Maduro has increasingly relied upon 'colectivos' to maintain social order.

      
 
 


Shoot for the stars this weekend: Spring's best meteor shower will peak with the Eta Aquarids

The Eta Aquarid meteors, also known as the Aquarids, are known for their speed. These meteors are fast — traveling at about 148,000 mph into Earth's atmosphere.

      
 
 


Venezuela fighting 'coup' as opposition calls for uprising

Juan Guaido's surprise move could be a make-or-break moment in the long-simmering struggle for power inside Venezuela.

      
 
 


Why McDonald’s straws are being auctioned for over $1,000

In 2018, the United Kingdom-based McDonald’s branch made a significant commitment to rid its restaurants of plastic straws in 2019.