More than five years on, studies suggest the animal is the most likely culprit, but other candidates haven't been ruled out.

A team of researchers has outlined a new approach for better understanding the depths of animal consciousness, a method that ...

A complex molecular machine, the spliceosome, ensures that the genetic information from the genome, after being transcribed into mRNA precursors, is correctly assembled into mature mRNA. Splicing is a ...

They transport small 'packages' within the cell and interact with the cytoskeleton, a dynamic scaffold of filaments and tubes that extends from the cell nucleus to the cell membrane. In addition ...

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A 'pocket' on the protein cyclin B is responsible for ensuring that the steps of cell division take place in the correct order. Cell division is key for life. Every organism -- from the smallest ...

Humans have been constructing animal statues for thousands of years. It is a way for us to convey our deep bond with the animal kingdom and the debt of gratitude that we owe to our fellow creatures.

A Pakistani YouTube star has been ordered to create 12 animal welfare videos as punishment for illegally owning a lion cub. Rajab Butt, who has 5.6 million subscribers, was pictured with the cub ...

Animal awareness days provide rescue and wildlife groups with the opportunity to highlight public awareness and raise funds for animals in need. From shelter dogs to pygmy hippos, these amazing ...