The Happy Pod: Portugal’s last circus elephant rehomed

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For 40 years, an elephant named Julie performed as part of the Victor Hugo Cardinali circus in Portugal. But after a law change banning wild animals for entertainment, Julie has now been given a new life in a dedicated sanctuary. She is the first elephant to begin her retirement at the 400-hectare site in Alentejo in southern Portugal - run by the UK-based charity Pangea Trust.Staff say Julie has adjusted very well to her new home, and is enjoying splashing around in the mud. Also, a mysterious monkey with orange lips discovered deep in the forests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is confirmed as a new species. A look back at the heartwarming moments of the FIFA World Cup that resonated with both fans and those not so keen on football. We meet Kenya's ''Eco Mamas'', a group of women leading vital marine conservation efforts. Plus, the teenage pianist Freya Terris who made history by passing a highly technical piano exam using only her left hand. (Photo: Julie the African elephant arrives at Pangea elephant sanctuary in Portugal. Credit: Pangea Elephant Sanctuary) Presenter: Chantal Hartle Music: Iona Hampson