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Japan - Cockroaches used in science
There might be something good about the cockroach, one of the dirtiest and ugliest pests known to man. Japanese researchers have discovered a way of attaching a device to a cockroach's back that could have industrial uses, such as...
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Animal Stories
MS bear
bear with cubs walking along river bank
bear in tree being shot at, falling out of tree and being mauled by dogs
CU persons hands cutting flesh
Seoul, CU menu with "bear palm dish" on it
Philippines, cockfighting
CU cockerel meat...
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Norwegian horse breeds threatened
AP Television
Maura, December 17, 2011
1. Various shots of Nordlandshest/Lyngshest horse pulling cart
2. Various shots of man riding Dole horse
3. Set up shots of Hanne Fjerdingby Olsen, expert on Norwegian horse breeds
4. SOUNDBITE:...
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TAIWAN: TAIPEI: CALL TO END INCINERATION OF STRAY DOGS
Mandarin/Nat
Animal rights campaigners in Taiwan are calling for an end to the practice of incinerating stray dogs in the capital city, Taipei.
The number of strays has risen so dramatically the authorities say the only way they can...
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A group of dogs and their owners set new world records for the loudest group bark and the loudest single bark in London on Monday
HEADLINE: British dogs set barking world record
CAPTION: A group of dogs and their owners set new world records for the loudest group bark and the loudest single bark in London on Monday. (June 16)
[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] ...
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UK: DEATH OF PRINCESS DIANA REMEMBERED
English/Nat
On the eve of the first anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, Prince William and Prince Harry were among the senior Royals attending Church services
near Balmoral Castle.
Diana was also remembered on Sunday...
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DV China Animals
<HEADLINE: Chinese zoo showcases live animal attacks
CAPTION: Caution Graphic Video: Animal rights activists are outraged by a Chinese zoo that lets tourists watch tigers attack and kill live animals. (May 23) >
[Notes:ANCHOR...
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WHO rep comments on use of anti-viral drugs on poultry
Beijing - 21 June 2005
1. Wide shot of banner reading: "Live Chickens, Live Fish", pan to poultry/fish shop
2. Chickens in cage
3. Chicken feeding
4. Set up shot of the World Health Organisation's (WHO) China representative Henk...
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A rare "corpse flower", deemed the world's stinkiest bud, is blooming at the Houston Museum of Natural Science in Texas. Bride-to-be Jessica Zabala is scheduled to have her wedding at the museum and says she hopes the smell of decomposition doesn't overshadow the event.
HEADLINE: 'Corpse flower' may stink up Texas wedding
CAPTION: A rare "corpse flower", deemed the world's stinkiest bud, is blooming at a museum in Texas. Bride-to-be Jessica Zabala is holding her wedding at the museum this week and...
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To reduce the number of animals in shelters and encourage pet adoption, cities are considering bans on the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores. San Francisco is also considering a ban on the sale of small mammals, birds and reptiles.
HEADLINE:No more doggies in the window?
CAPTION:To reduce the number of animals in shelters and encourage pet adoption, cities are considering bans on the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores. San Francisco is also considering a ban on...
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Total lunar eclipse delights crowds across China and India
++NIGHt SHOTS++
New Delhi, India
1. Wide of people watching lunar eclipse through telescope with Indian war memorial India Gate in background
2. Wide of India Gate with partially eclipsed moon
3. Close of partially eclipsed moon
4....
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There is an afterlife for animals at the Khan Younis zoo in the impoverished Gaza Strip. (April 21)
HEADLINE: In Gaza zoo, stuffed animals join live ones
CAPTION: There is an afterlife for animals at the Khan Younis zoo in the impoverished Gaza Strip. (April 21)
[Location - Date:khan younis, gaza]
[Source:ap]
[VO:dead animals]
You...
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Camel milk proves popular with Kenyan consumers
Lolldaiga Hills (230 kilometres/ 143 miles - north of Nairobi)
1. Wide of camels
2. Close up of milking process of a camel
3. UPSOUND Camel making sounds during milking
4. Medium shot of milking
5. Various of camels and milking
6....
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Flamingos have failed to breed this year in the Camargue
Camargue - recent
1. Various Flamingos in the wild
2. Set up Alan Johnson, Ornithologist
3. SOUNDBITE:(English) Alan Johnson, Ornithologist, Wetlands International Flamingo Specialist Group
"They attempted to breed in the salines near...
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Latin America and China combine to make unique food
Lima - 21 May, 2008
1. Wide of Capon street, with Chinatown gate at the back
2. People in the street
3. Peruvian-Chinese old couple sitting down in the main street
4. Sign reading Capon Street - Chinatown
5. Close up of restaurant...
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Orangutans seized from Thai zoo to be returned to Indonesia
1. Close-up of Orangutan in cage
2. Various of Orangutans in cages
3. Wide shot of Adi Susmianto, Director of Biodiversity Conservation Department of Forestry in Indonesia, viewing Orangutans in cages
4. Schwann Tunhikorn (left), Deputy...
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Colorado ballot approves recreational use of drug
Denver, Colorado - 6 November 2012
1. Wide of crowd watching election returns, AUDIO: cheering
2. Wide of man hugging Brian Vicente of Campaign to Regulate Marijuana like Alcohol
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Brian Vicente, Campaign to...
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Countries agree urgent measures to stop illegal trade and secure elephant populations
Delegates at the African Elephant Summit in Botswana on Tuesday signed an agreement to urgently stop the illegal trade of elephants and secure their population across Africa.
The conference was convened by the Botswana government and the...
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Twenty-five lions, most of them rescued from Bolivian circuses, arrived in Colorado on Wednesday to start their new lives at a wildlife sanctuary.
HEADLINE: Rescued lions arrive in Denver
CAPTION: Twenty-five lions, most of them rescued from Bolivian circuses, arrived in Colorado on Wednesday to start their new lives at a wildlife sanctuary. (Feb. 17)
"lion number one, come on...
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USA: VIRGINIA: SHOPPING CENTRE HAS SPECIAL SANTA CLAUS FOR PETS
English/Nat
In shopping malls across America, " 'tis the season " for long queues of excited children waiting to climb on to Santa's lap and deliver their Christmas wish lists.
The queues are as long as ever this year, and at one...
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USA: SHUTTLE DISCOVERY TO TAKE COCKROACHES ON MISSION
Natural Sound
It may be hard to believe - but for some folks John Glenn isn't the focus of the "Discovery" shuttle mission.
In fact, for a group of teenagers in the U-S state of Maryland, the featured attraction is a bunch of creepy...
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Vine to vino for Napa Valley grapes
It's still summer in California's Napa Valley but harvest has already begun for their renowned sparkling wines.
Grapes used for sparkling wines are harvested several weeks in advance of still wines, and this year is no exception with...
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Giant prosthetics for injured elephant
As the numbers of Asian elephants in Cambodia steadily declines one lucky young bull has been given a second chance thanks to an artificial foot.
The numbers of Asian elephants in Cambodia is continuing to fall with only around 200 -...
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Manatee sea cows are nature's graceful giants
AP Television
Sarasota, Florida, US - April 5, 2012
1. Close manatee taking treats from hand of trainer and eating, second manatee in background
2. Wide manatee with snout to training board
3. Close of trainer feeding manatee fruit
4....