Ape Jane to save world For someone who has earned her fame in the solitude of the African jungles, Jane Goodall, famously known as the 'chimp woman,' now spends 320 days in a year jet setting the world with her mission to spread the word that individuals have the power to save nature. Hema Vijay caught up with Goodall in Chennai.
LEAKEY's ANGELS Along with Dian Fossey and Birute Galdikas, Jane Goodall forms the famed trio of 'Leakey's Angels' - a name given to the three women sent by archaeologist Louis Leakey to study primates in their natural environments.
Of shrines and shiny pendants Vrindavan and Mathura, both places associated with
Lord Krishna, have many intriguing myths and legends floating around about them,
writes Janaki Murali.
The pitter patter sound of 'happy feet' The Penguin Parade at Phillip Island remains Australias most popular wildlife attraction and
an unforgettable experience, writes Tanushree Podder.
The power game in Karnataka is headed for a climax. In October, the credibility of JD(S) will be put to test when it has to hand over power to BJP. Will the JD(S) do so? If yes, will B S Yediyurappa become the chief minister?
Deccan Herald invited readers to send in their predictions. Many argued that JD(S) would hand over the baton to BJP, but it would still be advantageous to JD(S) in the new dispensation.
Others were sure that BJP won’t gain power but will win public sympathy.
