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theconversation.comworld3 hrs ago
Study of Ancient Fossils Finds 2-to-1 Ratio of Right- to Left-Curving Spriggina
Researchers analyzed more than 100 Spriggina floundersi specimens and concluded the 550-million-year-old animal favored rightward bends. The findings were published Thursday in Scientific Reports.
The Guardianscience16 hrs ago
UK vets report rise in pet heatstroke during recent heatwaves
Veterinary professionals have observed more cases of heatstroke in pets during recent extreme temperatures. Cases now occur even when animals remain at home or in gardens rather than during exercise or travel.
Euronewsworld21 hrs ago
Portugal’s Last Circus Elephant Moves to New Sanctuary in Alentejo
Julie, captured in Africa about 40 years ago, has become the first resident at the Pangea elephant sanctuary after Portugal's ban on wild animals in circuses took full effect. The 400-hectare site will stay closed to visitors while she settles in.
Los Angeles Timespolitics1 day ago
California Bill Would Move Abused Animals Out of Shelters During Court Cases
A state bill would allow animals seized in cruelty cases to be placed with foster homes or rescue groups instead of remaining in municipal shelters. The measure passed one Senate committee and faces another vote next month.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day ago
Baby raccoons enter outfield during baseball game at Dodger Stadium
Two young raccoons appeared on the warning track during a game Tuesday night. Video of the animals spread quickly on social media while the home team lost 4-3.
The Japan Timesworld1 day ago
Tokyo Weighs Lifting Bear Hunting Ban After One Injury and New Population Estimate
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is weighing an end to its 18-year ban on hunting Asian black bears. Officials cite population estimates of 120 to 378 animals and a recent hiker injury in western Tokyo.
anthropology.networld2 days ago
Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens Shared Tools and Shells at Turkish Cave
Cnn reported that both species occupied Üçağızlı II cave in southern Turkey at different times and produced similar Mousterian tools while hunting the same animals and collecting Columbella rustica shells. The research was published Monday in PNAS based on fossils and sediment la…
globalnews.caworld4 days ago
Search-and-rescue dogs from multiple countries aid Venezuela earthquake recovery
Dozens of dogs from more than 20 countries have joined Venezuelan and international teams searching rubble after two earthquakes struck on June 24. The animals have located survivors and recovered bodies from nearly 200 collapsed buildings.
Euronewsscience5 days ago
Intact Prehistoric Cave Found Near Foreidis in Northern Israel
Archaeologists uncovered a sealed cave near Foreidis that dates between 400,000 and 250,000 years ago. The site contains flint tools, animal bones, and evidence of repeated occupation from the Acheulo-Yabrudian period.
world5 days ago
New Medium-Sized Amphicyonid Species Identified from 1990s Spanish Fossil Skull
Researchers named Paludocyon moyasolai after re-examining a stored skull from Els Casots. The 50-70 kilogram animal lived 15.9 million years ago in a lagoon environment.
South China Morning Postworld5 days ago
Temples in India receive robotic elephants as some replace live animals in rituals
Peta and other groups have given about 40 animatronic elephants to temples in India. Each costs roughly US$6,000 and is built from fibreglass, iron and rubber. South China Morning Post reported the details on July 4, 2026.
world6 days ago
Elephant seal returns to Tasmania streets after six months at sea
An elephant seal known as Neil has returned to Tasmania after nearly six months away. Local reports describe the animal moving through streets and drawing attention from residents.
The Independentworld6 days ago
Earthquake survivors find missing pets at Venezuela McDonald's
A McDonald's in Caraballeda has served as a makeshift hospital and pet recovery site after two earthquakes struck northern Venezuela on June 24. Volunteers have treated people and animals inside the restaurant while owners search for pets lost in collapsed buildings.
Euronewsworld6 days ago
Six Asiatic black bears from South Korean bile farms arrive at Danish safari park
Euronews reported that six bears rescued from bile farms arrived at Knuthenborg Safaripark after more than two years of planning. The animals were transported from Cheongju by truck and plane before release into a forest habitat. Staff observed them swimming and feeding on leaves…
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theglobeandmail.comscience6 days ago
Study Finds N4-Acetylcytidine Matches Inflammation Control of N1-Methylpseudouridine While Increasing Protein Output in mRNA Tests
A Nature study finds ac4C-modified mRNA matches m1Ψ in reducing inflammation while producing more protein across cell and animal models. Slower elongation with the current standard contributed to lower output and more errors.
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freepressjournal.inworld6 days ago
Indian temples receive robotic elephants to replace live animals
Nonprofit groups have donated about 40 robotic elephants to temples in India. The fiberglass and rubber models cost roughly $6,000 each and perform limited movements. Some temple officials and devotees have accepted the devices while others continue to prefer live elephants.
freepressjournal.inworld6 days ago
Some Kerala Temples Adopt Robotic Elephants for Festivals While Others Retain Live Animals
Life-size robotic elephants built from fiberglass, iron and rubber have been placed at Hindu temples in India's Kerala state for use in festivals. Nonprofits including PETA have donated about 40 units at roughly $6,000 each. The shift follows nine deaths from elephant rampages at…
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vox.comscience7 days ago
Farmed Animal Numbers Rise by Half Worldwide in Two Decades
Global livestock populations grew sharply over 20 years, increasing cropland use, water withdrawals and emissions. The data update a UN report first published two decades ago.
cnbc.combusiness10 days ago
Major Retailers Remove Badger-Hair Brushes from Sales
Several large retailers have stopped selling brushes made with badger hair. The changes follow outreach from an animal-rights group and internal policy reviews at one chain.
theconversation.comscience10 days ago
Drug Combination Cooled Body Temperature After Stroke in Animals and Humans but Showed No Reduction in Brain Damage
Promethazine and chlorpromazine cooled core body temperature in mice and rhesus monkeys after induced strokes and reduced resulting brain damage. A 32-person human trial showed a 0.3 °C drop but no measurable benefit on damage, leading to a planned follow-up with faster dosing.
washingtonpost.comworld11 days ago
Ohio Family Reports Daily Visits From Wild Buck
A family in Ohio says a wild buck has begun appearing at their property each day. The animal's repeated presence has created an ongoing interaction between the household and the deer.
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news.sky.comworld11 days ago
South Korea Dog Meat Farms Drop to 20,000 Ahead of 2027 Ban
The number of dogs raised for meat has fallen sharply as 82 percent of farms apply to close. Most unaccounted animals were likely killed, activists and former farmers say.
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news.mit.eduscience13 days ago
Enzyme DGK-zeta Supports Antibody Production and Memory B Cell Formation
Laboratory and animal studies show that the enzyme DGK-zeta is required for antibody generation and the development of memory B cells. The findings identify the enzyme as a central component of the B cell immune response.
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forbes.comscience13 days ago
Scientist receives $100,000 prize for decoding zebra finch calls
A researcher at the University of California, Berkeley identified 11 core calls in the zebra finch vocabulary and their meanings. The work earned the 2026 Coller-Dolittle prize for progress toward two-way human-animal communication.
theconversation.comscience14 days ago
Fossils Show Flowering Plants Produced Fleshy Fruits Before Dinosaur Extinction
A study of 450 fossils from New Mexico indicates that flowering plants produced a wide range of seeds and fleshy fruits more than 74 million years ago. The findings suggest animals dispersed these seeds earlier than previously thought.
en.antaranews.comscience14 days ago
U.S. Government Partners With Company to Store DNA From At-Risk Species
Federal agencies will collaborate with a private firm to collect and preserve genetic samples from threatened animals and plants. The effort aims to create a backup repository for imperiled species.
hollywoodreporter.comsports15 days ago
Merlín the Duck Reaches Azteca Stadium Perimeter but Barred from Mexico Match
The 2-year-old duck arrived outside Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium on June 24 but could not enter for the national team game against the Czech Republic. FIFA rules kept the animal outside the venue after limited perimeter access for filming.
forbes.comfinance15 days ago
Beagle Rescue Prompts Renewed Scrutiny of Animal Research Practices
A May rescue of 1,500 beagles from a Wisconsin farm drew national attention to animal welfare standards in research settings. A veterinarian's new book examines how federal rules and state laws have changed procedures over four decades.
The Hillpolitics16 days ago
Senate Republicans Release Five-Year Farm Bill Expanding Rural Aid and Loan Programs
The bill expands rural investments and farm loans while avoiding pesticide and animal confinement disputes. It also excludes the Save Our Bacon Act and does not alter upcoming state SNAP cost requirements.
vegnews.comworld16 days ago
Study: Postmenopausal Women Lost Modest Weight After Replacing Some Animal Protein with Plant Sources
A 12-week trial published in Menopause showed that replacing animal protein with plant sources produced weight loss without any change in total protein intake. GB News reported the quantified results and comments from the senior author and an independent expert.
gizmodo.comscience17 days ago
Chlorpromazine-Promethazine Combination Tested for Safety in Inducing Hypothermia
Researchers used the two drugs to lower metabolism and body temperature in large animals. The combination proved safe in a phase one clinical trial. @ScienceMagazine reported the results.
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quantamagazine.orgscience19 days ago
Light Probe Mimicking Slow-Wave Activity in One Hemisphere of Awake Mice Preserved Some Memory Performance
@NewScientist reported that researchers used light to trigger slow-wave patterns in one brain hemisphere of sleep-deprived mice, preserving memory performance comparable to rested animals.
nypost.comworld20 days ago
Duck Wearing National Jersey Draws Crowds in Mexico City
A two-year-old duck filmed walking in Mexico's green national jersey has drawn crowds and media attention during the World Cup. The animal now appears at public events and interviews while fans gather for photos.
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theconversation.comscience22 days ago
Fossil discoveries link one-eyed animals to cyclops myth
Ancient Greeks may have based stories of one-eyed giants on elephant fossils and observations of tiny sea creatures. Modern biology shows single-eye structures in early vertebrates and some living crustaceans.
New York Postpolitics22 days ago
Alaska Woman Shoots Bear After It Attacks Her Dog
An Alaska woman fired shots at a bear that attacked her dog during an outdoor encounter. She reported firing a second round before retreating with her animals.
BBC Newsworld23 days ago
Police Arrest Nine and Seize Over 400 Cats in Vietnam Theft Investigation
Nine suspects arrested after raids in Tay Ninh Province and Ho Chi Minh City recovered more than 400 live cats and 80 dead ones. Over 40 animals have been returned to owners.
dnaindia.comscience23 days ago
Cyclone Senyar Killed Over 1,000 People and 58 Orangutans in Sumatra
A study published this month found the storm wiped out 7% of the global population of the critically endangered apes. Researchers documented more than 20,000 acres of landslide damage in the animals’ main habitat.
The Independentscience24 days ago
Two Veterinary Clinics Stay Open in Gaza
Pet owners in Gaza face difficulties feeding animals and obtaining medical care as shortages affect the few remaining clinics. Veterinarians report that many medicines and vaccines are unavailable despite approvals for some animal vaccines.
pakistantoday.com.pkworld25 days ago
Six New World Screwworm Cases Confirmed in U.S. Animals Since Early June
Four cattle, one goat and one dog have tested positive. Officials have released sterile flies and begun building a new production facility to contain the parasite.
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The Guardianscience26 days ago
African elephant urinates on floor during Texas Republican convention
An African elephant brought as a surprise to the Texas Republican Party's annual convention in Houston urinated on the floor after the governor's keynote speech. The incident prompted online reactions and criticism from animal welfare groups.
Al Jazeerascience26 days ago
Two Pet Clinics Still Operating in Gaza Amid Low Veterinary Supplies
Animal owners in Gaza face shortages of veterinary care and pet food. Vets warn that animal deaths will increase without new supplies.
eonline.comworld27 days ago
Jason Derulo displays $1 million shark aquarium during California mansion tour amid criticism
Singer Jason Derulo displayed an underfloor aquarium with sharks and stingrays during a house tour last month. The installation drew criticism from animal welfare groups and social media users.
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yahoo.comworld30 days ago
Scientists Find Ancient DNA in Yukon Squirrel Faeces
Researchers recovered genetic material from extinct and living animals preserved in frozen squirrel faeces in Canada's Yukon territory. The samples include DNA from woolly mammoths and other Ice Age species.
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Fossilized Droppings Show Ancient Ground Squirrels Ate Mammoth Meat
A new study examined fossilized droppings and found evidence that ancient ground squirrels consumed meat from mammoths, bison, and saber-toothed cats. The findings expand understanding of the animals' diet beyond plant material.
kottke.orgscience30 days ago
Cambrian Fossils With Preserved Soft Tissues Place Bryozoa in the Early Cambrian and Indicate Even Earlier Stem Origins
@Nature reported that phosphatized soft tissues in fossils from China place bryozoans among animals present at the Cambrian explosion.
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gamereactor.eupolitics30 days ago
Japanese City Closes 94 Schools After Bear Sighted in Urban Area
Utsunomiya shut all primary and middle schools for two days after a black bear appeared near a park on Saturday and was filmed on CCTV in the city centre early Sunday. Police, fire crews and hunters are still searching for the animal, whose last confirmed location was 700 metres…
sciencenews.orgscience32 days ago
Iron-Rich Immune Cells Found in Homing Pigeons’ Livers May Contribute to Magnetic Sensing
A new paper identifies iron-rich immune cells in homing pigeons' livers as the likely source of their magnetic compass, adding detail to how some animals detect Earth's magnetic field.
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upi.comscience34 days ago
New World Screwworm Found in Texas Calf
A larva of the new world screwworm was identified in a calf in Texas. A veterinarian at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center addressed questions about the finding.
upi.comscience34 days ago
Interior Department Proposes New BLM Grazing Rules Focused on Production-Oriented Livestock, Repeals Prior Conservation Rule
New rules published May 12 would restrict federal grazing permits to commodity-producing animals. Tribes say the change blocks access for bison herds managed for conservation and cultural purposes.
science.howstuffworks.comworld35 days ago
Bank of England to Feature Native Animals on Banknotes as Historical Figures Are Replaced
The Bank of England will replace historical figures on British banknotes with native animals. The public will vote on 18 shortlisted species, and Governor Andrew Bailey will make the final selection.
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thehindu.comscience35 days ago
Phage-Delivered CRISPR-Cas12 System Developed to Target Shiga Toxin Gene in E. coli
@ScienceMagazine reported on a new precision antimicrobial that combines CRISPR-Cas12 with phage delivery to address Shiga toxin-producing E. coli infections in animals.
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Abc Newsworld36 days ago
Canada Endorses Plan to Relocate 34 Whales from Marineland to Five U.S. and Spanish Aquariums
The Canadian government has approved initial permits for moving 30 belugas and four dolphins from the closed Marineland park in Ontario. The animals are scheduled to go to aquariums in Chicago, Atlanta, San Antonio, San Diego, and Valencia within the next few months.
gamereactor.euworld36 days ago
Wildlife species shortlisted for Britain's next banknotes
Foxes, sharks and puffins are among animals proposed for the next series of British banknotes. The designs would replace images of historic figures such as Winston Churchill, Jane Austen and Alan Turing.
investorideas.comscience36 days ago
Picard Medical Shares Rise 15% After Acute Animal Studies of Emperor Total Artificial Heart
Picard Medical, Inc. shares climbed 15% to $0.31 after Tuesday's close following positive results from acute in vivo implant studies of its next-generation Emperor Total Artificial Heart platform.
The Independentbusiness37 days ago
Bank of England to Feature British Wildlife on Banknotes
The Bank of England opened a public vote on 18 shortlisted animals, birds and insects to appear on future £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes, replacing historical figures on the reverse side for the first time since 1970.
The Independentbusiness37 days ago
Bank of England Launches Consultation on Replacing Historical Figures with UK Animals on Next Banknote Series
The Bank of England opened a consultation on Wednesday asking the public to choose animals for the next series of banknotes. The process runs until July 3 and will conclude with a decision by Governor Andrew Bailey by the end of 2026.
swissinfo.chpolitics37 days ago
EPA Expands List of Non-Animal Testing Methods and Streamlines Nominations for Chemical Assessments
The Trump administration announced two steps on June 2, 2026, to expand non-animal chemical testing methods and invite new nominations under TSCA and FIFRA. The EPA aims to end all mammalian animal testing by 2035.
Usa Todayscience37 days ago
Uber’s 2026 Lost & Found Index Shows Riders Left Behind Oxygen Tanks, Prosthetics, Live Animals, and Other Dangerous or Valuable Items
Uber published its tenth annual Lost & Found Index on June 2, 2026, cataloging both everyday and unusual items riders left behind. The company also introduced an updated in-app process for recovering lost belongings.
Japan Timesscience37 days ago
Bear Attacks Four in Fukushima City as Sightings Hit Record High Amid Rural Depopulation
A bear attacked workers at a car parts factory and an electronics plant and injured a resident in Fukushima City on Tuesday. One person suffered serious injuries and three had minor wounds; the animal has not been found.
indiatoday.intoday.intechnology38 days ago
Bangladesh buffalo nicknamed Donald Trump spared from sacrifice
A buffalo in Bangladesh with blonde hair that earned it the nickname Donald Trump will be sent to the national zoo instead of being sacrificed. The animal gained online attention before the decision was made.
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