A Samba street party on its way to a town in south Lebanon was stopped in its tracks after a group of religious dignitaries labelled it "pornographic" and "against Muslim beliefs". According to one of our Lebanese Observers, the decision is a disgrace to the country. Read more...

They sing, dance and crack jokes. Stage entertainers ? No, Swiss politicians on the campaign trail. Read more and watch the videos...

Animal rights association Peta has released candid camera footage filmed behind the scenes at the US's biggest circus, the Ringling Brothers Circus. The video proves that, behind the glitter, the animals are in for a rough ride. Read more and see the video...