In the vast tapestry of life on Earth, some creatures remain shrouded in ... With its adorable grin and friendly demeanor, the quokka has been crowned the “world’s happiest animal.” This small ...

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With every joyful bark and boundless energy, they brighten our lives. No wonder they’ve earned the title of the happiest animals on Earth. Dog lovers know that certain breeds are natural mood lifters.

I recently spent a weekend in officially the happiest place on earth. No, not Disneyland (I’d rather avoid roller coasters ...

It is one of the most dagerous animals in the world. Inland Taipan: Also called the "Fierce Snake," it grows up to 8 feet and possesses the most toxic venom of any snake. King Cobra: The world's ...

World Bonobo Day highlights the urgent need to protect bonobos from habitat destruction, poaching, and deforestation.

The New York Times is working on a video project about happiness. We’d love to hear from you. By The New York Times Magazine The New York Times Magazine and Well are working on a video project ...

Earth’s core is pretty dynamic. Its spin speeds up and slows down based on how its two primary layers are behaving. As we improve the waveform techniques used to study the deepest layer ...

Observing animal behavior in a laboratory offers a controlled environment, but these model organisms can behave differently ...