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Nobody moove! Cow causes chaos at Indian airport

First it was monkeys and rabbits. Now a cow has forced flights to be diverted from Ahmedabad airport and Indian authorities said Friday human negligence may have had a role.

Japanese line up to cuddle hedgehogs - carefully

As if cat, rabbit, owl, hawk and even snake-themed cafes aren't enough in a country which loves all things cute, Tokyo residents wanting to spend time with animals have a new choice - a hedgehog-themed cafe.

Man 'forgets' wife, drives 60 miles away

An absent-minded tourist has made the news by leaving his wife stranded at a petrol station and not noticing she was missing for almost 60 miles, reports the Independent.

Mountain lion found with extra sets of teeth in head

A hunter in Preston, Idaho has made a startling discovery when a mountain lion he was hunting turned up with an extra set of teeth on top of its head, wildlife officials said.

Russia: 'Wedding police' tackle unruly guests

A special police unit sets up in southern Russia with the sole purpose of ensuring security at weddings.