This year marks 20th anniversary of the poll which raises awareness for native species considered to be at risk.
Category: World
How Europe held off US to win sensational Ryder Cup
Captain Luke Donald cements his status as a bona fide Ryder Cup legend as Europe hold off a spirited US fightback to win in New York.
Denmark bans all civilian drone flights ahead of European summit
Denmark is one of several European countries that have reported “drone incidents” in recent weeks.
Singapore denies entry to exiled HK pro-democracy activist
Nathan Law’s presence “would not be in national interests”, Singapore authorities say.
Watch: World’s highest bridge opens in China
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge towers 625m (2,083ft) above a gorge in the country’s Guizhou province.
US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention
Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.
Three dead and several injured after shooting at US waterfront bar
The attacker opened fire from a boat at a crowded waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, officials say.
Lola Young ‘doing OK’ after collapsing on stage during gig
Lola Young was performing at a festival when she appeared to drop her microphone and fall backwards.
Army sent to battle fire in Namibia tourist hotspot
Etosha National Park is home to endangered black rhinos and more than 100 diverse mammal species.
Swiss voters narrowly approve plan for electronic ID cards
The proposal was backed by 50.4% of voters, in the second Swiss ballot on the issue in four years.