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Obama fur ad falling, but 'Baby Barack?'
The Swampby Mark Silva Another Obama-inspired ad campaign bows to the pressure of the Obama White House, which doesnt appreciate images of the Obamas deployed for commercial purposes. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, which had produced a composite...Tags: Politics, Tyra Banks, Oprah Winfrey, Advertising, Barack Obama
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Mr. President, life is better than good
This is one of those fun-but-tricky columns to write, since I have to turn it in before the election's over, but you will be reading it afterwards. (Assuming, that is, the election has been decided by this Sunday. We didn't have another election like...Tags: Harry Reid, Washington Nationals, Politics, Pat Buchanan, Democratic Party
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Kenyan officials seize 2 tons of ivory, rhinoceros horns destined for Malaysia at Nairobi airport
L.A. UnleashedNAIROBI, Kenya — Wildlife officers seized 2 tons of elephant ivory and five rhino horns at Kenya's main airport that were to be illegally shipped to Malaysia, an official said Tuesday. Paul Udoto, a spokesman with the Kenya wildlife Service,...... -
Indian panel recommends policy changes to protect wild elephants
L.A. UnleashedNEW DELHI — India should protect its elephant population by securing its wildlife reserves, curbing poaching and restricting development in the corridors they use to travel between forested areas, a panel recommended Tuesday. Poaching for ivory and... -
Tree's weapon against elephants? Ants!
L.A. UnleashedEcologists have discovered the secret weapon used by certain acacia trees to defend themselves against ravenous elephants: ants. The finding could one day help conservationists protect vulnerable plants from elephants and other large herbivores, said... -
Photos: Athletic bears, dogs, birds, cats, horses, monkeys and more show off their jumping skills
L.A. UnleashedAnimals never cease to amaze us with their many talents. Their soccer prowess, their skills on the agility course, their purported psychic abilities, their aptitude for dancing and many other skills constantly impress us. Heck, some animals are even... -
Natural History Museum showcasing classic cars
L.A. NOWNatural History Museum showcasing ancient autos: L.A.'s Natural History Museum will be opening it's collection of historic cars and motorcycles to the public on a limited basis, starting Friday. The 63 vehicles, which date to 1900, can be seen in...... -
Indian official orders probe into wild elephant deaths near wildlife refuge
L.A. UnleashedGAUHATI, India — India's environment minister has ordered a probe into a recent spate of wild elephant deaths, apparently as a result of accidental poisonings, near a remote northeastern wildlife refuge, officials said Thursday. Four elephants,... -
Circus stops in Des Plaines
Des Plaines » NewsThe circus is coming to town – well, sort of. The Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus train will stop in Des Plaines Nov. 2 …... -
7 Fingers' balancing act: 'Traces' is a new kind of circus coming to the Broadway Playhouse
The Theater Loop"Traces" plays Oct. 26 to Dec. 19 in the Broadway Playhouse, 175 E. Chestnut St.; $50-$71.50 at 800-775-2000 and www.broadwayinchicago.com The history of the traveling circus in America goes back to the late 18th century. And for the next 200...... -
Should L.A. Zoo take in two new elephants?
L.A. NOWThe decision by the L.A. Zoo to accept two elephants from the San Diego Zoo is sparking controversy. As The Times' Carla Hall and Tony Perry reported, "Tina and Jewel are female Asian elephants of un certain age who between...... -
China issues new suggested practices for zoos following allegations of widespread animal cruelty
L.A. UnleashedBEIJING — China has urged zoos to stop serving wild animal products and holding wildlife performances in an attempt to improve the treatment of tigers, bears and other animals amid concerns over widespread abuse in zoos and wildlife parks. The......
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