Animal World
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Dog bite incidents are closely linked with human error, not dog breeds
When dogs bite, it is usually a last resort. It can arise from fear, pain or frustration.
Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation
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Africa: Over 350 elephants found dead in Botswana since May
The government and experts have both ruled out poaching.
Scroll Staff
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In Ayodhya, the Covid-19 lockdown is making monkeys unusually aggressive
Residents have reported uncharacteristic attacks by the animals.
Shweta Thakur Nanda
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Soaring ecotourism is causing stress among tigers in central Indian reserves, reveals a new study
The number of tourist vehicles entering the reserves should be urgently regulated, say the study’s authors.
Neha Jain
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Animal tales: Is there any difference between a dog and a wolf?
There are no straightforward scientific or biological answers.
Katja Pettinen, Aeon
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We learnt why zebras have stripes by draping horses in striped coats
New research suggests that stripes help zebras evade biting flies and the deadly diseases they carry.
Tim Caro, The Conversation & Martin How, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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In Mumbai, ‘bird races’ are highlighting city’s avian diversity, whether in wetlands or wastelands
Alongside skyscrapers, malls and industries, the city houses a variety of natural habitats, making it conducive for birds and biodiversity to thrive.
Aditi Tandon
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Mizoram bans import of pigs to prevent disease outbreak
Since 2013, over 10,000 swine have died from the disease.
Scroll Staff
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From jaguar teeth to the nail of the great beast: The evolution of animal medicines
Stories of substitution and surrogates are all too common in the wildlife trade, especially when it comes to medicines derived from animal parts.
Irina Podgorny, The Conversation
The Reel
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Bactrian camels, the survivors of the Silk Route, are plying a new trade in Ladakh
The double-humped camel was on the verge of extinction in India. A commercial initiative, disliked by activists, has helped revive their population.
Athar Parvaiz
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Two tiger cubs at Delhi zoo die days after birth
The cubs were born to a white Royal Bengal tigress and a yellow striped Royal Bengal tiger.
Scroll Staff
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Mumbai: On Independence Day, Byculla Zoo welcomes the country’s first Humboldt Penguin chick
The species is native to Peru and Chile in South America.
Scroll Staff
The Field
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day