Science
August 23, 2022

Study Shows That Dogs Shed Tears of Joy When They Reunite With Their Humans

We all know how loyal dogs can be. While it can be hard to leave them, oftentimes coming home to their affection is a huge comfort after a long day. According to new research, it seems their joy extends beyond a wagging tail and gleeful jumps. The study shows that dogs actually shed tears of joy when they reunite with their humans after an extended time apart. That's right.

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Cats
August 23, 2022

Adventurous Couple Travels the World With Their Three Cats

Leaving your animal companions behind is often one of the most difficult aspects of traveling. One couple from New York City, however, manages to bring their three felines along on adventures around the world. Dan and Olivia Nguyen have trained their cats—Sponge Cake, Mocha, and Donut—to love the outdoors and feel comfortable in public spaces. The adventurous family documents their numerous travels in an Instagram account with over 300,000 followers.

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Nature
August 22, 2022

Natural Rock Formation Looks Like an Elephant Drinking from the Ocean

Sometimes, the natural landscape can bear an uncanny resemblance to creatures in the wild–one of these curious places is off the coast of Iceland. On the island of Heimaey, there is a rock formation that, from certain angles, looks like a massive elephant taking a drink out of the Atlantic Ocean. Two key elements contribute to this playful illusion.

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Photo Contest
August 22, 2022

These Early Entries From the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Are a Hoot

There's only a short time left to enter the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, but if these early entries are any indication, the competition is already heating up. Professional and amateur photographers have until September 1, 2022 to enter their humorous images of wildlife around the world into the annual contest. Whether it's an image of baby animals being silly or an adult making funny faces, these goofy photos show a lighter side of nature.

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