Dogs have earned the phrase "man's best friend" for quite some time. They've believed to have been domesticated since 15,000 years ago, evolving from wolves just about when humans were making their first settlements.
A people called the Chinchorro in modern-day Chile and Peru mummified their dead in the ancient past. These mummies, though, are in danger of rapidly degrading; now, scientists are trying to find out a way to stop the deterioration.
How trusting are you? It may depend on the circuits in your brain. Scientists have found that there are differences in brain structure depending on how trusting you are of others.
Scientists have taken a closer look at the genetics thousands modern Asian men and have found that many are descended from just 11 powerful dynastic leader who lived up to 4,000 years ago, including Genghis Khan.
A new, experimental drug may just turn "bad" fat into "good" fat. Scientists have tested a new drug that causes weight loss in mice by speeding up metabolism and burning off fat cells.
Climate change is impacting birds across the world as seasons shift. Now, though, scientists have taken a closer look at the white-collared manakin and have found that habitat degradation and climate shifts may impact this species survival.
Scientists have identified more than 100 areas within U.S. waters that should be considered biologically important when making management and regulatory decisions about human activities.
A rare family of Amur tigers has been caught on camera.
The tasty blue crab, prized for its tender meat, may be impacted by climate change. Scientists are discovering this species as much as 80 miles north of its native range as temperatures warm.
Scientists have gained some new insights into dark energy and the theory of gravitation by analyzing data from the Planck satellite mission
Tiny creatures are telling scientists a bit more about the temperatures of the ancient past.
A new study show that patients who were treated with antidepressants had lower mortality rates, stroke and artery disease when compared to those who did not take any medication for depression.
