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In 2019, rats drove handmade cars at the University of Richmond, steering left, right, or straight to reach Froot Loops in a complex testResearchers trained rats to drive small cars for rewards. Rats housed in enriched cages learned faster and showed continued interest. Drivi...
Life lessons from Princess Diana: “I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved”. Powerful reminder about kindness, love, compassion and making others feel seenLife lessons from Princess Diana continue to inspire decades after her death. Her powerful quote, “I think the biggest disease the world su...
Dogs vs. cats: Which pet is more loyal? Scientists reveal the surprising truth most owners never expectedDogs vs. cats: Are dogs really more loyal, or is that just a myth? New animal behavior research shows dogs and cats both build strong emoti...
The Bushmaster Is the Longest Venomous Snake in the Americas: But Scientists Are Careful About What That Actually MeansThe bushmaster, a formidable pit viper, weaves through the lush undergrowth of South and Central American rainforests. Not only does its im...
How to identify snake eggs in your gardenDiscovering snake eggs in your garden can be surprising. These eggs are soft and leathery, unlike bird eggs. They are usually found in clut...
8 fascinating things you probably didn't know about the rat snakeDiscover the surprising intelligence and ecological importance of rat snakes, America's original pest control. These non-venomous constrict...
Why Coyotes Defy Urban Odds: How They Thrive in Cities Despite RisksCoyotes are now a common sight in cities like LA and Chicago. They have slowly adapted to urban life, learning to navigate new surroundings...
How Some Animals Thrive Without Oxygen: Nature’s Hidden Survival TricksRemarkable animals like naked mole rats, turtles, and fish have evolved astonishing biological adaptations to survive in environments with ...
Plants Actually 'Scream' When They Are Thirsty, We Just Can’t Hear ThemScientists have discovered that plants under stress emit ultrasonic sounds. These sounds, far beyond human hearing, are produced by physica...
Highs & Lows: Could the microdosing of psychedelics be a key missing piece in the mental health jigsaw?A Netflix documentary highlights the re-evaluation of mind-expanding substances like LSD, once banned but now experiencing a scientific ren...
Best Samsung washing machines with smart features and eco efficiencySamsung washing machines are some of the best, full of innovations and efficiency. From top-load, front-loaders, and semi-automatic machine...
How snakes use their sense of smell to distinguish identityResearchers have discovered that snakes, specifically garter snakes, can recognize themselves through scent, challenging previous notions a...
Weight loss drugs can wreak havoc on your face, warn expertsA drug overdose is bad news for your beauty.
- 'Trip to Mars could cause dementia in astronauts'
Washington, Oct 11 (IANS) Astronauts travelling to Mars might be at risk of long-term brain damage and even dementia due to galactic cosmic...