POLICE IN THE south of Russia have launched an investigation after a donkey was forced to paraglide over the sea to promote a leisure resort. The terrified animal was suspended in the air for thirty minutes, according to Russia Today, before it landed in the sea and was subsequently pulled to dry land.
Police said the stunt was part of a paragliding promotion, and officials are considering bringing animal cruelty charges against the organises. The charges carry a possible jail sentence of two years.
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Poll: Are you satisfied with your quality of life?
A NEW REPORT from the OECD has suggested people living in Ireland have some of the best lives in the world, with Ireland among the top countries in its Better Life Index.
The index finds that life expectancy, low pollution, positive experiences and a healthy work-life balance are among the factors that contribute to happy lives in Ireland.
It did note, however, that the gap between the rich and poor is wider in Ireland than elsewhere, while the gender gap in educational performance is also larger than average.
Today we’re simply wondering whether (assuming you live in Ireland) you’re satisfied with your quality of life.
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