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On the left, a giant tortoise walks along a white sandy beach with turquoise water; on the right, two tortoises touch noses in a shaded forest clearing.

Humans Nearly Wiped Out These Giant Tortoises but Now 180,000 Roam Free

Aldabra giant tortoises rebound to about 180,000, showing long term conservation and vigilance can restore species.

Humans Nearly Wiped Out These Giant Tortoises but Now 180,000 Roam Free

Aldabra giant tortoises rebound to about 180,000, showing long term conservation and vigilance can restore species.

On the left, a large industrial facility with white-roofed buildings sits amid flat farmland; on the right, dense evergreen forests surround a calm mountain lake.

Finland Orders Google to Stop Work After Hundreds of Hectares of Forest Disappear

Regulators halt work on datacentres in Finland amid concerns over rushed construction and incomplete environmental impact assessments.

Finland Orders Google to Stop Work After Hundreds of Hectares of Forest Disappear

Regulators halt work on datacentres in Finland amid concerns over rushed construction and incomplete environmental impact assessments.

On the left, a tabby kitten peers through metal cage bars at a shelter; on the right, a male volunteer kneels and holds a large fluffy dog's paw outdoors.

Here's What It Takes To Help A State Reach No-Kill Status

Wyoming reached no-kill status through shelter partnerships that give vulnerable pets a second chance, but rescuers say the work must continue.

Here's What It Takes To Help A State Reach No-Kill Status

Wyoming reached no-kill status through shelter partnerships that give vulnerable pets a second chance, but rescuers say the work must continue.

Shelter Dogs "Of Many Colors" Dress Up Like Dolly

Shelter Dogs "Of Many Colors" Dress Up Like Dolly

These pups are working overtime to find a forever home!

Shelter Dogs "Of Many Colors" Dress Up Like Dolly

These pups are working overtime to find a forever home!

A window screen with two small holes is partially covered by a green leaf from outside.

A Skinny Stray Cat Finds Her Way Into a Heart Still Grieving

“While I miss my Meatloaf, Bones could never be considered a replacement. Still, I can’t imagine life without this black kitty keeping things interesting.”

A Skinny Stray Cat Finds Her Way Into a Heart Still Grieving

“While I miss my Meatloaf, Bones could never be considered a replacement. Still, I can’t imagine life without this black kitty keeping things interesting.”

On the left, a small hedgehog curls in a person's cupped hands; on the right, a yellow-and-blue bird perches on an outstretched hand in falling snow.

Do You Feel an Animal’s Distress Deeply Enough to Call It Your Own?

New Penn State research shows context and perceived effort shape whether people empathize with animals or other humans.

Do You Feel an Animal’s Distress Deeply Enough to Call It Your Own?

New Penn State research shows context and perceived effort shape whether people empathize with animals or other humans.