New species of prehistoric turtle discovered in Madagascar

(NEW YORK) -- A new species of turtle that roamed Earth alongside dinosaurs and flying reptiles has been discovered in Madagascar.The near-complete fossil of the quick-mouthed frog turtle, or Sahonachelys mailakavava, was found in the Maevarano Formation in northwestern Madagascar, according to a study... Read More.

Bomb explodes near a school in western Afghanistan

(NEW YORK) -- A bomb exploded near a school in Farah, in western Afghanistan, on Monday and wounded 21 people. At least 10 of those injured were students as young as 7, a provincial official said.No group has immediately claimed responsibility for the attack.The... Read More.

South Africa to end captive lion breeding, bone trade

(LONDON) -- South Africa announced Sunday it plans to end its multimillion-dollar captive lion industry and said it won’t oppose the international ban on the rhinoceros horn and elephant ivory trade.The announcement was made alongside the release of a nearly 600-page report by a... Read More.