Wolf puppies play fetch, surprising researchers
January 18, 2020, 9:31 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
What it means that wolves can pick up on human cues.
Why we're happier when we're older
January 17, 2020, 1:17 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
We should feel worse as we age, but we often have a greater sense of well-being.
What are dog whiskers for?
January 17, 2020, 12:56 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Did you know a dog's whiskers are usually as wide as his body? Here's the real reason dogs have whiskers and whether or not it's OK to trim them.
What you need to know about that mysterious Chinese virus
January 17, 2020, 9:50 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
How worried should you be?
Why we need time alone and time with other people to thrive
January 17, 2020, 9:33 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
We need a mix of solitude and interactions for a healthy social diet.
2019 was the second-hottest year on record, ending the hottest decade on Earth
January 16, 2020, 12:02 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
'You haven't seen anything yet,' scientists warn.
Pilgrims can still follow this ancient path from Canterbury to Rome
January 16, 2020, 8:24 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The Via Francigena is a 1,250-mile trail that passes through England, France, Switzerland and Italy.
Why a silent book club is a brilliant idea
January 15, 2020, 2:37 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
It's a place for introverts to be social without all the pressure.
Do nonsmokers deserve extra vacation days?
January 14, 2020, 4:18 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The average smoker wastes about 6 days on smoke breaks each year.
Gingko biloba trees guard a secret fountain of youth
January 14, 2020, 3 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The ginkgo biloba is unlikely to ever die of old age, researchers say, though it does succumb to stressors like drought.
What does 'no-kill' mean at animal shelters?
January 14, 2020, 1:18 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The answer isn't as straightforward as it sounds.
Diego the giant tortoise has dedicated himself to the survival of his species
January 13, 2020, 2:16 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
And by that we mean this tortoise has had a lot of sex, fathering an estimated 800 offspring.
-
Astonished divers come across a massive jellyfish off the coast of England
-
Rare encounter with piglet squid leaves deep sea explorers at a loss for scientific words
-
How to fall safely
-
Should you be refilling that plastic water bottle?
-
20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better
-
In praise of 'scruffy hospitality'
-
12 tips for kicking the refined sugar habit
You've read about the evils of sugar, but here's what you can do to avoid it.
-
How to train your brain to eat healthy foods
Research finds that you can teach your body to want healthy foods over unhealthy ones.
-
How to make your New Year's resolutions stick
Here are some tips to make sure your goals last all year and beyond.
-
6 exercises for building muscle without equipment
Here's how to build muscle and get fit in the comfort of your own home, no special gear required.
-
DIY ways to exercise at home this winter
Here are a few ways to get in shape without expensive equipment or a gym membership.
-
How important is breakfast to weight loss?
Health experts have told us for years to eat breakfast, but new studies tell a different story.
-
Which diet is right for you?
Here are 14 of the most popular diets; see which one resonates with you.
