Makini, Philadelphia Zoo's African lion, euthanized after health struggles

PHILADELPHIA - Makini, the Philadelphia Zoo's African lion, has been euthanized, zoo officials announced Friday. Makini the African lion dies Credit: Philadelphia Zoo via Facebook According to the zoo, Makini had been battling health issues for the last few months. Makini suffered from arthritis that was worsening, making it difficult for the lion to walk. "The team made the difficult and…