Who is Tough Enough?

Five thousand men, and women, all aiming to be called "Tough Guy of the Year". more »

Lion cubs hate needles too

The lions, born just as Israel began its recent offensive against Hamas militants in Gaza, receive vaccinations. more »

Saxophonist mimic wows Nigeria

The 25-year-old Timi is hoping to be as famous as the American saxophonist John Coltrane - only without the saxophone. more »

NZ's oldest parent

The tuatara Henry has become a father at the ripe old age of 111-years-old. more »

Car parks on church roof

Police officers in a small town in eastern Germany watched in amazement as they saw a car skid off the road and ending up in the roof of a church. more »

Thai Scorpion Queen breaks record

Thailand's famous Scorpion Queen is living with 5000 poisoned scorpions for 33 days. more »

Month at sea in ice box

Doctors are trying to establish how two young fishermen from Myanmar cheated death. more »

Writer jailed for Thai 'insult'

The little-known Australian author was arrested last August and charged with insulting the monarchy. more »

Lantern village

Each year Chinese cities and towns hold lantern displays to celebrate the ancient tradition and ringing in the new year. more »

China's new airline detective dogs

Two golden labradors Weit and Haige launched China's first drug-sniffing dog patrol on flights to Beijing. more »