The departure of pandas will leave legions of Japanese admirers bereft, but it is also symptomatic of a dramatic deterioration in China-Japan relations ...

The return of Ueno Zoo’s last giant pandas underscores how an animal became a diplomatic symbol — and what happens when that symbol is withdrawn.

My husband and knew someone at the zoo that brought us our raccoon, Tema, that was breed exclusively for the zoo. Then he was only 5-weeks-old. He did not know how to eat and go to the toilet himself, ...

A red panda cub recently born at the Smithsonian National Zoo's conservation facility now has a new name.In a social media post, the Zoo reintroduced the six-mo ...

Scientists have long focused on quantifying fear and other negative emotions in animals. Now they’re trying to measure ...

On Monday, neighbors from across the metro and Creighton University put MLK Jr.'s words into action.

Ride ’em, cowboy! The bucking broncos aren’t making it easy for these cowboys, especially since many are under three feet ...

Dwi (pronounced D-why) is the moniker of Dwight Abell, a.k.a. DJ, a.k.a. the bassist of Vancouver indie darlings The Zolas.

Our passion for these cute-looking salamanders means they are everywhere – except in the wild, where the species is under increasing threat ...

Can you imagine that Winnie-the-Pooh, the bear who loved honey, long naps and slow walks through the woods turned 100? The ...

Animals have their own emotions and, yes, even mental health struggles. Sometimes, their quirky habits could be a sign ...

Chennai blends history, beaches, and calm spaces with busy city life. Here are 10 places in and around the city worth ...