Elephants
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Singapore Zoo stops making elephants perform in new format for show
The Singapore Zoo has revamped its elephant show to focus on exhibiting the animals’ natural behaviour instead of making them perform on command. Wildlife Reserves Singapore (WRS), which manages Singapore’s animal attractions, announced the new format on Friday (21 September), saying it was part of “continuing efforts to provide world class care for her animals through improved animal welfare”. The revised show will be launched on Saturday, which is Elephant Appreciation Day.
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Review: 'Pop Aye' has reflective moments but a terrible twist
Secret ending? No. Running time: 104 minutes (~1.75 hours) “Pop Aye” is a Singaporean drama that’s in Thai. The film follows the journey of a washed-up architect and his childhood elephant, Pop Aye, as they journey back to their hometown in search of answers and a purpose. “Pop Aye” was directed and written by Kirsten Tan. It stars Thaneth Warakulnukroh (Thana), Bong (Pop Aye the elephant), Penpak Sirikul (Bo), Chaiwat Khumdee (Dee), Yukontorn Sukkijja (Jenni), and Narong Pongpab (Peak). It is
- NewsStephanie Soteriou
Angelina Jolie Under Fire From Animal Welfare Charities
Angelina Jolie has found herself at the receiving end of some pretty hefty criticism after her children were spotted having an elephant ride in South East Asia.