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A descendant of wolf-like ancestors that once ranged into Africa, the Ethiopian wolf is now a critically endangered species. Fewer than 600 remain.

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Several fox species exist in North America. These "cat-like" predators have adapted well to urban settings but are still being destroyed as pests and for their fur.

Ubisoft's Far Cry 2 promises a true sandbox shooter experience but fails to live up to its own lofty ambitions.

The field of animal systematics (or taxonomy) devises schemes for grouping (classification) and naming (nomenclature) animals.

Spider-Man's clones are returning for the first time since the controversial 'clone saga' of the 1990s. For those who missed it, this is an outline of the infamous story.

Chennai, with pockets of wilderness areas and national park within the city, offers fascinating wildlife viewing at Guindy National Park, IIT Campus, and other places.

At the Nossob Rest Camp in the centre of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, visitors can choose a range of accommodation ranging from camping, cottages and guesthouses.

The town of Beaumont-sur-mer is the home of Lawrence Jamieson, a charming and intelligent conman, his home is threatened by the arrival of a rival conman Freddy Benson.

See Africa's wild animals up close as you drift quietly over the African savanna. Good opportunites for photographing herds of elephants, wildebeast and many others.

Stretching 350 km north to south, the Kruger National Park is one of the world's oldest reserves where animals roam undisturbed in a variety of habitats.

Visitors to Malawi are welcomed with outstanding hospitality by locals. Lake Malawi is one of Africa's largest lakes with snorkeling, diving and good game viewing tours.

In the past few decades, Pakistan has set up an extensive network of national parks to protect its rich biodiversity and wildlife habitats.

The Ramsar Convention designated Okavango Delta site provides varied habitat and year-round water. Its protection is critical to humans and wildlife in the area.

From the Himalaya to the Ganges delta, from deserts to lush valleys and forests, India is home to a rich variety of wildlife protected in reserves and national parks.

As heavy as thrash can get without turning into death metal, Warbringer's second album is a sign of things to come. The future's bright for these five young Americans.

The Ancient Egyptians possessed an elaborate set of burial rituals, believed to ensure immortality in the afterlife.

Travel to San Juan to enjoy windsurfing and kitesurfing opportunities at Dique del Viento, Lake of Wind; the fierce Zonda Wind guarantees a spectacle for wind sports.

Accommodation at Mabuasehube is limited to camping. Visitors must be self- sufficient in respect of drinking water, food and fuel. Using a 4X4 is strongly advised.

Cape Cross Seal Reserve attracts thousands of tourists every year. How long a visitor stays, depends on the wind direction and the visitor's sense of smell.

Few fictional lives have been as well chronicled as that of Indiana Jones. He began as a film character in Raiders of the Lost Ark but soon graduated to comics and books.

Halo 3: ODST was showcased in Microsoft's E3 2009 Conference and is playable upon the E3 show floor.

Only 250 km from Gaborone, the capital of Botswana, Khutse Game Reserve borders the Central Kalahari Reserve and remains virtually untouched by human habitation.

Related to alpacas, Llamas are bred for their fleece and used as pack animals. But did you know they make excellent guards against coyotes and other carnivorous mammals?

Bat-eared foxes (Otocyon megalotis) are common in the South Western part of Africa, but sightings of this unusual animal during the day are rare.

Springbok (Antidorcas Marsupialis) are adapted to survive in semi-desert and desert habitats by requiring little water and eating both grass, shrubs and fruit.

Mata Mata Rest Camp is on the Western side of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park which spans South Africa and Botswana. Visitors can choose a range of accommodation.

The patterns of mating and the types of mating systems found throughout the animal realm are quite diverse.

He was once one of Cambodia's most respected opposition figures, but Khieu Samphan fled persecution only to become the Khmer Rouge head of state and now awaits trial.

Students compare and contrast two trade book versions of a Bengali trickster folk tale: The Old Woman and the Red Pumpkin (Betsy Bang) and No Dinner! (Jessica Souhami).

The kaleidoscope of color and marine life found in the Red Sea is an experience that will mesmerize scuba divers. Exploring the reefs can provide hours of pleasure.

For a glimpse of the majestic Indian tiger Kanha is unbeatable in its scenic beauty, connectivity and accommodation.

The strong hind legs of the springhare make it look like a small kangaroo. The springhare gets its name from these hind legs and the way it leaps.

The burial process is steeped in symbolism, ritual and tradition with the body surrounded by untold wealth in order to secure the king's safety and comfort in eternity.

The Book of the Dead, Pert em hru, has been translated "coming forth by day". It is a body of religious works, to be used by the dead as a guide through the under-world.

Travelers to the United Arab Emirates looking for a shopping centre with a difference should visit Wafi City with its unusual design and interesting specialty shops.

Not only do dogs come in an amazing assortment of sizes, shapes, and colors; there's also a logical explanation about why they can mate with wolves and coyotes.

Pet owners are searching for alternatives to commercial foods. Raw diets are one option, but are they safe? Upon what are they based?

Doug Liman directs The Bourne Identity and turns Matt Damon into an action hero with this entertaining spy thriller.

The bat-eared fox is so named due to the size of its ears in comparison with its head. Ear length ranges from 114mm-135mm.

In many ways life in Ancient Egypt was not much different that life is today. They followed many of the customs still in place in present society.

In the final part of Suite101's interview with Gregory Frost the author explains why writer's block is hard to pin down, and talks about his ideal literary dinner party.

Traveling to Kenya's Masai Mara National Park is a travelers must do and here's the facts on how to do it!

If you were to reread the Bible you would find fascinating information about goddesses. But it also records their subdugation. Lilith is one example of this.

Thanks to Animal Planet's Meerkat Manor; this little mammal has become the social ambassador of the South African Desert.

The area north of Swakopmund is littered with tourist attractions including salt mines, shipwrecks, lagoons and oil rigs as well as the Skeleton Coast National Park.

With the Nerf Switch Shot EX-3 Blaster, players can shoot the screen with a real Nerf dart gun during game play with Nerf N-Strike from Electronic Arts Inc. and Hasbro.

Rock paintings are a major tourist attraction in Namibia. Tourists can explore the Brandberg while backpacking or take a guided tour at Twyfelfontein to view rock art.

The grey fox is a common animal in much of the United States, but did you know that it has a long evolutionary past and is not closely related to the other foxes?