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videoMike Horn survival adventures
Mike Horn and the spirit of exploration Mike Horn is one of the few modern explorers who still embodies the…
Secret of orange cats cracked after six decades: it’s a small DNA cut
After decades of detective work, geneticists have pinpointed the mutation that turns some house-cats into ginger tabbies. A small missing…
Walking outside brings extra mental benefits, the treadmill stays a safe and easy backup
Walking, whether outdoors or indoors, is good for your body and mind. Experts say that going outside adds useful variety…
People in southern California breathe high levels of plastic chemicals every day
Scientists from the University of California, Riverside and Duke University used simple silicone wristbands to track what people breathe in…
Slow blinking helps you communicate with your cat
Learn how to communicate with your cat using the slow blink technique. A scientific study confirms this simple trick builds trust and signals positive emotion.
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AI enables first recorded 20-minute interactive exchange between humans and a humpback whale
An artificial intelligence system has enabled humans to engage in a 20-minute interactive exchange with a humpback whale, marking a…
Human dog brain synchronization may help explain the bond
Human dog brain synchronization happens during mutual gaze and petting, says a 2024 study, and may strengthen the bond while guiding autism research.
Pill “Telomir-1” that may reverse aging helps two very sick senior dogs
A small rescue center in Florida reports that an experimental pill, created by Telomir Pharmaceuticals and tested with medical adviser…
AI enables first recorded 20-minute interactive exchange between humans and a humpback whale
An AI-driven study enabled a 20-minute conversation with a humpback whale named Twain. Scientists used call playback to test interspecies communication.
videoCats can learn to communicate using talking buttons
Some cats learn to press soundboard buttons to communicate words like "food" and "play". Research shows stronger evidence for dogs, while cat studies remain mostly observational. The TheyCanTalk project tracks thousands of pets using these systems.
Religious households prefer dogs, non-religious households lean toward cats, study finds
A 2019 study showed a clear link between religiosity and pet choice in the United States. Using a nationwide survey…