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But her approach – associating so closely with the animals she studied, naming them and even referring to them as "my friends" - made her unpopular with the male-dominated scientific establishment.

And the reforms called for in the plan include the Palestinian Authority dropping its case for genocide in the International Criminal Court — a deeply unpopular move likely to further tank the authority’s image with Palestinians.

"His judgement on policy is flawed, hence U-turns, and he can't communicate, and has been unpopular in the public's eyes for a long time."

Some said the move was merely a ploy by Fico to distract attention from falling poll ratings and unpopular policies.

Another option being considered is government-backed loans to suppliers, though this is understood to be unpopular with suppliers.