For some kids, nothing says summertime like playing with the water hose! Whether they’re using it to make a bike-washing station in the driveway or simply running through the sprinkler, the hose can ...

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Tool use isn’t unique to humans. Chimpanzees use sticks as tools. Dolphins, crows, and elephants are known for their tool-use abilities, too. Now a report in the Cell Press journal Current Biology on ...

Never underestimate the cuteness of a tiny dog, especially a mini–Australian Shepherd. If you are not prepared to handle the overwhelming total cuteness overload that comes with laying eyes on one, it ...

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In the Berlin Zoo, Mary demonstrated another example of clever elephantine tool use while another animal exhibited a form of mischief with a hose that resembled a prank. By Emily Anthes Emily Anthes ...

For many of us, using a water hose is practically a daily activity during the warmer months. Whether we're watering our garden or simply having some fun in the sun with a sprinkler set. And if you ...