Humans
- Animals
Snagging insects, hummingbird style
A hummingbird has an unexpectedly flexible lower bill to help it catch bugs.
- Humans
The taming of the cat
People had pet cats at least 9,500 years ago, long before ancient Egyptians started worshipping felines.
- Health & Medicine
Allergies: From bee stings to peanuts
As more and more people develop allergies, researchers are looking for ways to treat and prevent severe allergic reactions.
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- Animals
Some birds heed a monkey’s warnings
An African forest bird can tell which monkey alarm calls to pay attention to.
- Health & Medicine
Moving Good Fats from Fish to Mice
Healthful fats from fish could end up in beef, eggs, and other foods.
- Health & Medicine
Walking to exercise the brain
Light exercise can help elderly people keep their brains in shape.
- Health & Medicine
Building a food pyramid
Experts are trying to work out new rules on which foods to eat and which ones to avoid.
- Health & Medicine
Strong Bones for Life
Weak bones are an increasing problem for kids and teenagers.
- Animals
A bowerbird’s guide to style
To attract a mate, male bowerbirds go for a cheaper, low-key look instead of showy decorations.
- Animals
A hangout for elusive blue whales
Scientists have now found a place off southern Chile where blue whales gather.
- Humans
Digging up Stone Age art
Researchers have uncovered some very old, mysterious animal sculptures.
