Being around animals can be so therapeutic, and make even the darkest times so much brighter. When a 78-year-old woman was in hospice care, her only wish was to see her favorite animal again — and it led to an incredibly beautiful moment. Jackie Stalter, 78, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma kidney failure last October and is now in hospice care, according to 9 … [Read more...] about Senior woman in hospice care is delighted after getting to see a horse one last time
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Frozen in Time: 30,000-Year-Old Ice Age Squirrel Unveiled in Remarkable Condition
In the frosty depths of Canada's Yukon, a remarkable discovery has emerged, offering a glimpse into the distant past of the Arctic wilderness. What initially appears as an unassuming fur ball turns out to be the exceptionally preserved remains of a 30,000-year-old Arctic ground squirrel, a testament to the power of permafrost as a natural time capsule. The find was … [Read more...] about Frozen in Time: 30,000-Year-Old Ice Age Squirrel Unveiled in Remarkable Condition
An underground network of wildlife lovers are illegally ‘beaver bombing’ local rivers: ‘They are the heroes of our time
In the year 1998, Olivier Rubbers took a bold step that would eventually make him a symbol of a growing underground movement. He engaged in what he fondly termed "beaver bombing" of his local waterways. In simpler terms, Rubbers took it upon himself to reintroduce beavers into the wild, allowing these industrious creatures to work their magic by naturally damming up rivers. … [Read more...] about An underground network of wildlife lovers are illegally ‘beaver bombing’ local rivers: ‘They are the heroes of our time
For First Time, Crows Have Been Found To Use Statistical Inference To Make Decisions
Crows, often confused with their larger cousins, the ravens, have long been celebrated for their intelligence within the corvid family. Recent research has shed new light on the remarkable cognitive abilities of these feathered creatures, revealing their capacity for statistical inference. Statistical inference, in simple terms, is the process of making decisions based on … [Read more...] about For First Time, Crows Have Been Found To Use Statistical Inference To Make Decisions
Dog kept on chain his whole life gets to see ocean for the first time ever – catches rescuer off guard with his reaction
The broad impression of certain dog breeds seems to change over the years depending on what’s ‘trendy’. Take for example German Shepherds, who were once viewed by large swathes of people as dangerous and unpredictable due to their size and fearsome appearance. That’s no longer the case now, for the most part, since many of us are aware they’re perfect companions if trained … [Read more...] about Dog kept on chain his whole life gets to see ocean for the first time ever – catches rescuer off guard with his reaction