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February 7, 2024

PETA targets Kansas merry-go-round maker over animal-themed carousels

Animal rights organization PETA implored a Kansas-based amusement company to stop their production of animal-themed carousels.

February 7, 2024

Ecuador to decriminalize euthanasia after landmark legal ruling regarding terminally ill patient

Ecuador's high court ruled Wednesday in favor of a terminally ill woman seeking 'death with dignity,' or decriminalization of euthanasia in the South American country.

February 7, 2024

Nicaragua grants asylum to former President Martinelli of Panama

Nicaragua has granted political asylum to former Panamanian President Ricardo Martinelli just days after a criminal appeal in his home country fell through.

February 7, 2024

Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico at second-lowest level on record

The level at which migratory monarch butterflies are wintering in Mexico has reached its second-lowest level since recordkeeping began following a 59% drop over last year.

February 7, 2024

Wyoming skier carried 1,500 feet by avalanche in Grand Tetons

A Wyoming skier suffered serious injuries after triggering an avalanche with four other skiers, and being swept away for about 1,500 feet down the mountain.

February 7, 2024

Former Massachusetts Officer of the Year charged after allegedly shoving Disney World employees, deputy

A man who has served on a Massachusetts' police force for 14 years was arrested for allegedly shoving Disney World staff members and a deputy last month.

February 7, 2024

Lost hikers on California’s Mount Baldy rescued after sheltering between rocks during frigid night

The Sierra Madre Rescue Team recognized the hikers for "the many right things they did" after conditions deteriorated on Mount Baldy in California.

February 7, 2024

Chile's former president Sebastian Pinera dies in helicopter crash at the age of 74

Chile's former president Sebastian Pinera died in a helicopter crash. He was known for helping Chile become one of the top countries with the highest COVID vaccination rates.

February 7, 2024

12 stranded on Disneyland roller coaster in Hong Kong after sudden stop mid-ride

Passengers on a ride at Hong Kong's Disneyland were left stranded after the ride malfunctioned, prompting emergency services to rescue them.

February 7, 2024

Alaska Airlines passengers file lawsuit against Boeing, airline: 'Ticking time bomb'

Attorney representing 21 passengers from the Alaska Airlines flight Mark Lindquist on the need to hold Boeing and the airline accountable after a door plug blew out mid-flight