They've been dubbed 'rats of the sky', but it seems pigeons deserve far more credit for their abilities than they currently receive. Since the 12th century they've been used to deliver messages long-distances - but it seems in the 21st century, the small birds have a much more modern use. Authorities in Kuwait this week caught a bird with a backpack full of ecstasy … [Read more...] about Flying high: Carrier pigeon ‘arrested’ after being caught smuggling 200 ecstasy pills – hidden in a custom-made backpack