Animals
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Three surprising reasons human actions threaten endangered primates
feature An estimated 60% of all primate species are listed as vulnerable, threatened or endangered, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature
By The Week Staff Published
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Are zoos ethical?
The Explainer Examining the pros and cons of supporting these controversial institutions
By Justin Klawans Published
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How climate change could lead to more animal attacks
Speed Read A somewhat surprising result of our warming planet
By Devika Rao Published
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Ocean Art: winning shots from underwater photo competition
In Pictures Thousands of photographers showcased their skills with images of the marine world
By Julia O'Driscoll Published
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Was Toadzilla the biggest toad of all time?
Speed Read Massive amphibian found in north Australian rainforest was ‘like a football with legs’
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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P-22, Los Angeles' celebrated 'Hollywood Lion,' euthanized by authorities
Speed Read
By Justin Klawans Published
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New York becomes latest state to ban sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in pet stores
Speed Read
By Theara Coleman Published
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Ticket Bank: London theatres take part in entertainment giveaway
feature Good news stories from the past seven days
By The Week Staff Published
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Pine martens are making a comeback in southern England
feature Good news stories from the past seven days
By The Week Staff Published
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Court rejects plan by Dutch national park to control wolf population with paintballs
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By Justin Klawans Published
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Abandoned puppy finds new home in the police force
feature Good news stories from the past seven days
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Pigs are big on conflict resolution
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By The Week Staff Published
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Are we experiencing ‘Insectageddon’?
podcast Population decline paints apocalyptic picture for Earth’s ecosystems
By Julia O'Driscoll Published
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Book review - Endless Forms: The Secret World of Wasps by Seirian Sumner
The Week Recommends An ‘exuberant guide’ that will make you think again about these oft-overlooked creatures
By The Week Staff Published
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