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Psychology says people who adopt strays and give a home to abandoned animals aren't making the choice randomly: What the behavior reveals?Psychology says people who adopt strays and give a home to abandoned animals aren't acting on random pity. Their actions can be linked to e...- Cash no king, but don't stash it: India wants a digital economy, but cash still holds the power of choiceDespite government promotion of digital transactions like UPI and e-Rupee, cash remains prevalent, especially in rural areas and for large-...
- In 2021, Berlin teams studied 166 naked mole-rats and found they recognised colony-specific vocal dialects; cross-fostered pups learned the dialect of their new colonyNaked mole-rats possess distinct vocal dialects learned from their colony members. Researchers found these animals respond more to their ow...
- Ladakh must build on its unique strengths: NITI AayogLadakh's holistic development strategy should leverage its unique assets, such as its rich natural resources and vast potential in renewabl...
- In a 2026 study, scientists scanned the brains of 12 awake dogs as they viewed human faces showing happiness, anger, fear and sadness, and found specialized neural activity for smiles while dogs could distinguish fear from anger and sadnessNew findings suggest that dogs have developed specialized brain regions for identifying human emotions. Their brain activities reveal notic...
- "We do not merely follow rules; we make rules": Rajnath Singh on India's growing global statureIndia now commands global attention and shapes international rules, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The nation is achieving si...
- Quote of the day by Meg Ryan: 'I don’t think we realise just how fast we...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on mindfulness, constant busyness, inner peace, ongoing stress, distractions and hidden noiseQuote of the day by Meg Ryan looks at how constant activity, noise and distractions can affect daily life. The quote asks people to pause a...
- Tired of skunk odor? Colorado State recommends 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and soap; the mix tackles the animal’s sulfur-alcohol muskIf you find yourself dealing with a skunk odor, a specialized cleaning solution is vital for removal. Colorado State University recommends ...
- Mexican Proverb of the Day: “Even if the monkey dresses in silk, it stays a monkey.” A lesson on appearance and characterMexican Proverb of the Day: “Even if the monkey dresses in silk, it stays a monkey” explores the difference between outward appearance and ...
- Pig was found running loose through Hollywood; Oscar-nominated songwriter now gives him a 7-acre homeWilbur, a lively piglet, captured hearts as he dashed through the bustling streets of West Hollywood. Adopted by the talented Oscar-nominat...
- Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobsRapid adoption of AI in many fields, from computer programmers to script writing and physical tasks, is pushing people out of their jobs or...
- No more adoption homes: Retired police dogs to remain with force in MaharashtraRetired police dogs in Maharashtra will now remain with the security force. This directive follows a report highlighting the dogs' post-ret...
- Meet Spain’s ‘firefighting donkeys’: How a woman turned 18 rescued animals into unlikely heroes by grazing away dry vegetation to help prevent dangerous wildfiresIn Andalusia, Spain, rescued donkeys are making a significant impact on wildfire prevention. By grazing on dry underbrush, these gentle cre...
- Quote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” — a powerful life lesson on nature, curiosity, responsibility, conservation and why we rarely protect what we have never learned to truly see, from the legendary broadcaster known for bringing the hidden world of wildlife into millions of homesQuote of the Day by David Attenborough: “No one will protect the natural world we don’t care about...” highlights a fundamental truth about...
- Researchers studied 20 French solar farms; beneath the panels, pollinators fell 76%, and plant-pollinator interactions plunged 86%Recent studies indicate that shading from solar panels significantly impacts pollinator numbers and interactions with plants. Notably, bee ...
- Dolphins use ‘sponge gloves’ to hunt: The clever trick is passed from mothers to their calves. Scientists share fascinating story of dolphins' hunting techniqueIn Shark Bay, Australia, some bottlenose dolphins use marine sponges as hunting tools, placing them over their beaks while searching for pr...
- Earlier this year, Los Angeles made 8 trips to Encino Reservoir searching for one endangered bird; they found none, but 60 wildlife species emerged before a 10-acre solar project moved aheadCity biologists made eight separate field trips to Encino Reservoir searching for one endangered songbird. They found zero Least Bell’s vir...
- 11-year-old Florida boy makes history by reading 100 hours to shelter cats and dogs11-year-old Nehemiah Turner has become the first child to complete more than 100 volunteer hours in the Jacksonville Humane Society's Pawsi...
- Jinny Lu, the South Korean dog rescued from the meat trade, wins world’s ugliest dog crown after four attemptsJinny Lu, a once-overlooked pug rescued from South Korea, took home the title of World's Ugliest Dog in a competition that values uniquenes...
- In 1900, an Alaskan woman was left alone with 500 reindeer after husband's death. For many years, she fought to keep the herd and became one of Alaska's richest businesswomanAfter her husband died during a measles epidemic in 1900, Sinrock Mary was left fighting to keep their herd of 500 reindeer. She challenged...
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