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Chimps kill neighbours to expand territory - study
Gangs of chimpanzees kill individuals from neighbouring groups to expand their territory.

Phar Lap's bones off to Australia
The skeleton of champion New Zealand racehorse Phar Lap is to be shipped across to Australia.

Nepalese Govt under pressure to protect rhinos
At least 28 rhinos, an endangered species, have died in the past year.

GE clover could cut livestock methane by 10 per cent
Agricultural scientists say a genetically engineered clover could reduce methane emissions from livestock by 10 per cent.

Harpoon attack angers anti-whaling lobby
Conservationists want Australia to lead the anti-whaling charge at a major summit next week, in response to footage of a whale being hit by an exploding harpoon.

Win in England for Golden Shears champ
Golden Shears champion Cam Ferguson has claimed first place at the Royal Cornwall Open in England.

Prosecutors seek jail for Bethune
Japanese prosecutors are demanding two years jail for NZ anti-whaling activist Peter Bethune, on trial for assault and charges after the boarding of a harpoon ship in Antarctic waters.

Fowl deeds in Aussie backyards
A resurgence in backyard gardening is driven by those looking to eat healthier and cheaper.