An early Beatles drum set hits the auction block

An auction house in Los Angeles is drumming up interest before the sale of an important piece of Beatles history. Angela Moore reports.

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Four goats graze in Brooklyn

Steps from Manhattan, four Nubian goats feast on weeds. Angela Moore reports.

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Do some cows in India urinate gold?

Scientists in western India say they have found traces of gold in the urine of the indigenous Gir cow breed.

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Manila bakery in six-year cake giveaway

A bakery in the Philippines capital is giving away free cakes for the six years of Rodrigo Duterte's presidency to celebrate his inauguration. Paul Chapman reports.

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Trudeau's Obama "impending retirement" quip gets a laugh

U.S. President Barack Obama at the "Three Amigos" summit in Canada gives the 'thumbs up' to his "impending retirement," as referred to by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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No one buys huge 1,109-carat diamond

World's biggest diamond fails to sell at auction in London. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Fashion and technology intermix in Berlin

"Fashion Fusion" seeks to discover designers who can turn technology into new fashion trends. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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David Hockney returns to the Royal Academy

English artist David Hockney returns to the Royal Academy in London with a new show. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Baby elephant makes public debut in Singapore

A zoo in Singapore presents its new elephant calf. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Quintuplets born in Ukraine

Three boys and two girls are born in Odessa. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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A baby elephant makes public debut in Singapore

A zoo in Singapore presents its new elephant calf. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Parrot may provide evidence in U.S. murder trial

Prosecutors in Michigan are considering whether the words squawked by a pet parrot may be used as evidence in a murder trial. Yiming Woo reports.

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A rare look inside New York's potter's field

Run by city's Department of Correction, Hart Island is the final resting place of over one million of New York's poorest residents. Elly Park reports.

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Lithuania seeks prettiest goat in annual pageant

A one-year-old goat wins this year's coveted beauty title in the Lithuanian village of Ramygala.

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Running of the wiener dogs

Swift, short-legged wiener dogs race for the top spot in the 2016 Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals in San Diego. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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A thriller at the tiller race in Arkansas

The annual event pairs high-speed racers and their garden tillers. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Police officer proposes at London Pride parade

A London Metropolitan Police officer taking part in the city's 43rd annual gay pride parade surprises his lover by getting out of the police formation and proposing marriage to him as the crowd cheers. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Dramatic safety tests for glass-floor bridge

A brave few get to test the safety of China's newest glass bridge by whacking its panels with sledgehammers before it opens to the public. Paul Chapman reports.

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Glass slide to open atop Los Angeles highest skyscraper

A glass slide hanging off the exterior of a 73-floor building in Los Angeles is expected to give fun-seekers a new kind of thrill.

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Michelle Obama joins Snapchat

U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama joins Snapchat as 'MichelleObama'. Angela Moore reports.

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Crowd control coming to Times Square

New rules seek to reign in Times Square tip seekers. Angela Moore reports.

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Denmark’s Queen reimagines Cinderella

Denmark’s Queen Margrethe sets the stage for a new production of Cinderella. Angela Moore reports.

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German and Northern Irish fans celebrate

Soccer fans from Germany and Northern Ireland meet in the streets ahead of the Euro. Angela Moore reports.

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Skateboarders stop traffic in Manila

Tricks, spins and spills – Hundreds celebrate Go Skateboarding Day in the Philippines. Angela Moore reports.

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Yoga in Times Square

It's 'Mind Over Madness' as yoga enthusiasts find their center in New York City's Times Square. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Tough Mudders get down and dirty in Germany

Thousands participate in the popular, muddy obstacle course. Angela Moore reports.

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Colorful strollers parade through Moscow

Costumed babies and elaborate strollers parade through Russia's capital city. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Fancy prams paraded through Moscow

Russia holds its annual pram parade featuring elaborately designed strollers.

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Indian street dog gets second chance in walking

An Indian street dog has been fitted with wheels after a local dog lover noticed that his hind legs were injured following a car accident.

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Taiwan salon gives pets whacky fur styles

A salon in Taiwan is attracting customers with its unusual grooming designs for pets.

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Polish accessories to ward away evil

Monks in Poland are marketing exorcism 'accessories' for the youth as a modern day reminder to resist temptation. Gavino Garay reports.

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Ultrasound for geriatric giant panda

Giant panda Gao Gao undergoes a cardiac ultrasound as a way of monitoring his heart condition at the San Diego Zoo. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Elephant whisperer and Brexit pig race in animal news

A woman who sings elephants to sleep in Thailand, a Brexit pig race in the UK votes to stay in the EU, a dog rescue in Peru, and rescuers in Hungary say high pitch barks are the worst -- all in this week's animal roundup. Gavino Garay reports.

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Would you wear a wedding gown made out of toilet paper?

The 12th Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest in New York showcases wedding dresses made out of toilet paper.

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Dog rescued from canal in Peru

Peruvian police rescue a dog that was stranded in a canal. Rough cut (subtitled) - no reporter narration).

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Tiger cub has a very special audience with the Pope

Pope Francis meets with a six-month-old tiger cub while celebrating the Jubilee for Circus and Travelling Show People.

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Artist creates sculptures out of used bullet shells

New York exhibit shows work by Colombian artist Federico Uribe, who creates animal sculptures, landscapes out of used bullet shells. Elly Park reports.

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Huge Columbus statue unveiled in Puerto Rico

A new statue of explorer Christopher Columbus has been unveiled in Arecibo in Puerto Rico. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Nepal's oldest student?

At tender age of 68, Durga Kami is in the running to be Nepal's oldest school-going student. Paul Chapman reports.

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Man rescued from giant Chevrolet sign

Officials say a worker was rescued from inside a tall LED sign at a Chevrolet dealership in Tomball, Texas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Indian right-wing group celebrates Donald Trump's birthday

A Hindu fringe group in India marks the 70th birthday of Donald Trump, calling the U.S. presidential candidate the 'savior of humanity'.

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Lullabies for stressed out elephants in Thailand

A woman working at a sanctuary for abused and overworked elephants in Thailand sings lullabies to help the animals sleep. Subtitled Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Thousands of sheep make a great escape in Spain

1,300 sheep escape their field in Spain after their shepherd falls asleep.

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Animal oracles predict Euro 2016

A koala and two sea lions make their predictions for the winning soccer teams in the 2016 UEFA European Championship. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Boat capsizes during America's Cup World Series practice

Emirates Team New Zealand boat capsizes during a practice race for the Louis Vuitton America's Cup World Series event in Chicago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Buzzing memorial, pool-hopping bear top animal stories

Bees that form an unusual tribute to boxing champion Muhammad Ali and a pool-hopping bear top this week's animal wrap. Diane Hodges reports.

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Chinese protesters deliver petition against Yulin's dog meat festival

Animal rights activists calling for an end to the slaughter and eating of dogs at a Chinese festival delivered a petition with 11 million signatures to authorities in Beijing on Friday.

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Mexico recreates the Sistine Chapel

A life-sized replica of the Vatican's Sistine Chapel has been inaugurated in the Mexican capital.

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Germany v Ukraine: will the animals get it right?

Oobi-Ooobi the koala and Astrid the sea lion give their predictions ahead of Sunday's Germany v Ukraine Euro 2016 soccer tournament match.

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Boot camp for zombies as Universal Studios readies ride

Universal Studios holds a boot camp for wannabe 'Walking Dead' as it prepares to open a new ride based on the hit television show. Rollo Ross reports.

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Alexander Camelton, a zoo sensation

A month-old Bactrian camel named Alexander Camelton at Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo is a social media star.

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Mother thwarts daughter's abduction

A woman fights off a man who tries to kidnap her 13-year-old daughter. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Farm tractors power through Russian race course

It’s a bumpy ride for some high-powered tractors as they race through mud and gravel. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Colombians pose nude for photo project

Thousands of Colombians shed inhibitions for Spencer Tunick's latest nude photo shoot. Angela Moore reports.

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Harvest time at the White House garden

First Lady Michelle Obama harvests fresh vegetables with children from across the country and cooks up lunch with celebrity chef Rachel Ray before sitting down for a meal. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Just desserts at the Custard Pie Championship

Ready, steady, throw: teams fight it out at UK custard pie contest. Angela Moore reports.

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The 'courtship dance' of a new peacock spider species

Seven more species of the tiny Australian peacock spider which dance to attract female partners have been discovered.

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Cobra makes surprise appearance in Thai toilet

A Thai man gets a narrow escape after he spotted a cobra come out of his toilet bowl, in the second such incident recorded in the country in about two weeks.

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Moose gives birth, monkey becomes thief

A moose gives birth in an East Anchorage parking lot while in India, some money business at a jewelry store. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Making art out of pollution

An exhibit of 17 marine animals, made entirely of plastic waste from the Pacific Ocean, is on display in Washington, DC to shed light on the issue of plastic pollution. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Mexican 'Spiderman' weaves web of knowledge for science students

A university science professor at Mexico's acclaimed UNAM university becomes a hit with students by giving classes dressed as Spiderman. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Hungarian gravediggers compete for 'neatest grave'

Gravediggers in Hungary took part in the first leg of an international championship, designed to improve the profession's morbid image.

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Images of May

Images taken by Reuters photographers around the world for the month of May 2016, including wildfires in Canada, Cannes, Europe's migrant crisis and more. Produced by David Lucas.

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'Devil' gets a pacemaker

A Tasmanian Devil is recovering well after being implanted with a pacemaker to treat a heart condition. Ben Gruber reports.

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A dinner party in the sky

Diners in Brussels feast on a meal 164 feet up in the air. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pele’s beautiful career to sell at auction

Pele, regarded as the world’s greatest soccer player, will sell his collection of memorabilia and awards. Angela Moore reports.

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A ukulele café hits a high note with customers

A coffee shop encourages its customers to play ukuleles in the Philippines. Angela Moore reports.

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Moose on the loose

Police pursued a juvenile moose on the run Wednesday in Watertown, MA, a Boston suburb. They say he was last seen heading west. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Edible beer rings to keep marine life safe

A small brewery in the United States is hoping to make a big impact on ocean pollution and conservation. The beer makers are developing biodegradable, edible packaging in an eco-friendly twist to protect marine life. Ben Gruber reports.

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Some heavy lifting at the Woolsack Races

Runners have an uphill battle at the annual Tetbury Woolsack Races. Angela Moore reports.

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Sao Paulo hosts annual LGBT parade

Brazil's most populous city celebrated the 20th annual LGBT parade and called for a law recognising transsexual as a gender. Rough cut (no reporter narration)

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Green diamond shatters auction world record

5.03 carat fancy vivid green diamond called 'The Aurora Green' sells for $16.8 million. Angela Moore reports.

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