Venetian officials have figured out what was causing the mysterious bright green patch in the city’s Grand Canal. They say it’s fluorescein – a non-toxic substance used to test wastewater. Here’s hoping the colour is a good sign… 

A new study has discovered that dingoes have much less dog in their family tree than initially thought. Genome testing of 391 wild and captive dingoes around Oz revealed that most are purebred, which researchers say is good news for their populations. 

Authorities in Mallorca have called an emergency meeting with Ryanair and the local pastry makers association after the budget airline tried to charge 2 passengers €45 each to bring traditional ensaïmada pastries on board with their hand luggage. They reckon the airline’s handling of the situation was pretty crummy…