Tuesday, February 28, 2017

A feast of festivities at the annual Pancake Race

Costumed contestants race through east London flipping pancakes to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. Angela Moore reports.

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Greeks throw flour to forget woes

Greeks stage a "flour war" to celebrate Clean Monday and mark the end of Carnival season, a welcome distraction for many residents of the economically struggling country. Elly Park reports.

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Monday, February 27, 2017

Bulldogs parade through Mexico City in hopes of world record

Almost 1,000 English Bulldogs are walking through Mexico City with the goal of setting a new world record. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Barack Obama, next French president?

Four friends launch a petition asking former U.S. President Barack Obama to campaign in France's 2017 presidential election. Elly Park reports.

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Sunday, February 26, 2017

Police go on bull chase in New York

A bull takes police on a wild chase through the streets of New York after it escapes a slaughterhouse. Colette Luke reports.

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Tuesday, February 21, 2017

NYC cafe serves up $18 cup of coffee

A small cafe in Brooklyn, New York, offers some of the rarest and most expensive coffee on the planet.

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Saturday, February 18, 2017

Thousands of ducks take up residence in Russia's St Petersburg

Around 7,500 ducks have descended on the famous Peterhof Park, choosing to reside in its ponds and canals instead of migrating to warmer places for the winter.

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Friday, February 17, 2017

American Girl debuts first-ever boy doll

It's a boy! Mattel's popular 18-inch, chubby-faced American Girl dolls have a new friend - and his name is Logan. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thursday, February 16, 2017

Lego builds new giant brick house in its hometown

Danish toymaker Lego will open a new play house in its hometown in Denmark to offer fans the ultimate experience.

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After 10 days stuck in a well, Turkish pup is finally rescued

A four-month-old puppy who fell into a deep well in central Istanbul was eventually lifted out with the help of a robotic arm designed by high school students.

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Los Angeles is 'high' on Valentines Day

One month after California legalized recreational use of marijuana, some in Los Angeles are gifting their partners with an elegant bouquet of pot to celebrate Valentines Day. Ben Gruber reports.

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Tuesday, February 14, 2017

In the ring, U.S. wrestler in Mexico feeds off anti-Trump sentiment

Sam Polinsky, an American wrestler working in Mexico, dresses as a Trump supporter as he enters the ring of 'Arena Mexico' and whips crowds into a frenzy with his act. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Monday, February 13, 2017

Hormone injection sparks love and sex regions in brain

Just in time for Valentine's Day, researchers discover the hormone kisspeptin can enhance activity in brain regions associated with sexual arousal and romantic love. Matthew Stock reports.

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New York Fashion Week goes to the dogs

Pet owners join their animals on the runway for the annual New York Pet Fashion Show. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Friday, February 10, 2017

Dresses made of candy at Brussels chocolate fair

Models take to the catwalk wearing unusual, chocolate-inspired dresses as Brussels opens its 'Salon du Chocolat' fair. Francis Maguire reports.

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Belgian intersex model advocates for children like herself

From super model to role model - Belgian fashion icon Hanne Gaby Odiele reveals she was born intersex and advocates for intersex human rights. Elly Park reports.

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Gazan barber offers flaming hot hair straightening

Customers willing to have their hair styled and straightened with fire line up at Gaza's only salon offering the new technique in hair grooming. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Thursday, February 9, 2017

Four white lion cubs are stars of Magdeburg zoo

Four white lion cubs - which is a very rare feat in nature and zoos all over the world - bathe in the spot-light for the very first time in a Magdeburg zoo. Rough Cut - no reporter narration.

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Monday, February 6, 2017

Japan's annual snow festival kicks off

Japan's annual snow festival kicks off showcasing giant ice sculptures, including that of U.S. president Donald Trump

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Manneken Pis statue's wardrobe on exhibit

Brussels to open a new museum dedicated entirely to the extensive wardrobe of its beloved Manneken Pis statue. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thursday, February 2, 2017

London Orchid festival chooses India as theme

For the 22nd annual orchid festival in London's Kew Gardens, organisers choose India's exotic horticulture as the theme. Jayson Mansaray reports.

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Wax versions of Trump, Pena Nieto meet in Mexico City

U.S. President Donald Trump and his Mexican counterpart Enrique Pena Nieto did not manage to meet in person last week, but they stood side by side at the Mexico City Wax Museum. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Wednesday, February 1, 2017

After thirty years No more "Mr tough guy" race

More than 5,000 compete in England's "Tough Guy" endurance race as organisers announce it is bowing out after 30 years of competitions. Jayson Mansaray reports.

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