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Penguin wedding held at aquarium
Two penguins have tied the knot at the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium.

Two penguins have tied the knot at the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium.

Masks come out for Venice carnival
Venice has been transformed into a giant masquerade party for the opening weekend of the Venice carnival.

Venice has been transformed into a giant masquerade party for the opening weekend of the Venice carnival.

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    Pets a favoured Valentine for some

    For many pet owners, Toto or Tiger will be the preferred companion this Valentine's Day.

    For many pet owners, Toto or Tiger will be the preferred companion this Valentine's Day.

    River worm sighting in Iceland

    Footage has surfaced in Iceland showing what looks like a creature swimming in Jokulsa River.

    Fame awaits new 'world's shortest man'

    Chandra Bahadur Dangi, who stands at just 56cm, will have his claim as the shortest man in history tested.

    Possum causes major Sydney power outage

    A rogue possum left more than 12,000 homes and businesses on Sydney's north shore without power.

    Mum in China gives birth to 7kg bub

    A mother in central China has given birth to a 7kg baby, possibly the largest newborn in the country.

    Sheep have huge diversity of genes

    Sheep have a greater diversity of genes than many other animals because of the way they have been bred.

    Dutch on edge for word on ice race

    More than 16,000 skaters await the green light for the Eleven Cities Race to recommence after 11 years.

    Tiny primate 'talks' in ultrasound

    The Philippine tarsier communicates in a range of ultrasound inaudible to predator and prey alike.

    Britain marks Dickens' 200th birthday

    Britain on Tuesday marked the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens, the first global celebrity author.

    Lizard endures washing machine spin

    A rare lizard has survived a flight in a freezing cold luggage hold only to then be put through the wash.

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