Tree-clearing 'kills millions of animals' The AustralianTHE World WildlifeFund (WWF) said forest clearing in Queensland is wiping out tens of millions of animals and driving threatened wildlife to the brink of extinction. WWF said the annual Statewide Landcover and Trees Study (SLATS) reveals 375,000 hectares of bush were cleared in 2005-06, killing two... (photo: public domain)
Italy needs new wave of Catholic politicians - Pope The StarCAGLIARI, Sardinia (Reuters) - Pope Benedict said on Sunday Italy needed "a new generation" of Catholic politicians committed to using their religious beliefs to shepherd the country's future. Pope Benedict XVI waves as he arrives to celebrate a Mass during a Pastoral visit in the Sardinian town of... (photo: AP / Mark Baker)
Drive vs squatters Journal OnlineDESPITE government efforts to decongest Metropolitan Manila, home to thousands of squatter families, the National Capital Region remains to be the favorite destination of poverty-stricken people from the rural communities. Forced to leave the countryside, where grinding poverty continues to spread... (photo: WN / Janice Sabnal)
Police: Gary Coleman hit man with truck in Utah NewsdayIncident follows argument between the two men. PAYSON, Utah - Actor hit a pedestrian with his truck after arguing with him in a local bowling alley, police said. Payson police Lt. Bill Wright said Colt Rushton and Coleman got into an argument in the early morning hours Saturday over pictures Rushton... (photo: AP /Jae C. Hong)
