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Pangolins could be ‘missing link’ allowing coronavirus to jump from bats to humans

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:17:14 +0300

Pangolins are scaly, anteater-like creatures found in Asia that are routinely trafficked and smuggled for both food and medicine. A new scientific study, appearing in the Journal of Proteome Research, has found these mammals also cary coronaviruses similar to the one currently sweeping across the world.

Research Shows That Rats Show Empathy, But Are Selective Regarding Fur Color

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 13:46:48 +0300

While for the longest time, scientists and philosophers argued whether animals are capable of emotions and empathy, some researchers set out to prove their point. And with the likes of Koko the Gorilla, it’s hard to deny that animals are capable of feeling and expressing human-like emotions.

Pics to Show You What Failing in Finals Week Looks Like

Fri, 05 Sep 2014 10:05:14 +0400

The Evolution of College Dorm Rooms over the Last 110 Years

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 11:22:52 +0400

This woman's dorm room from 1898 isn't much different from modern day dorms: Pennants, books, and a chair for studying.