Animal testing remains a fundamental part of biomedical research. But as funding evaporates, mice, rats and even monkeys may be euthanized. By Emily Anthes On April 1, the Trump administration’s ...

Animal rescue advocates swung into action after hearing the city’s Animal Services Department was threatened with big cuts. Mayor Karen Bass said her spending plan actually set aside money to ke ...

Animals are amazing creatures with a wide array of traits, but one seemingly common trait is their inability to understand mirrors. Can animals even perceive themselves in mirrors? Check out this ...

In today’s fast-changing world, where species are constantly evolving and many are disappearing, it’s fascinating to learn about animals that have stayed the same for millions of years.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Thursday it plans to phase out animal testing requirements for biological products and drugs, instead moving toward alternative testing models such ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Park officials in Yosemite are warning visitors about what they say is “one of the most dangerous animals” in the park — and the unlikely culprit has neither fangs nor claws. Mule deer ...

Wednesday marks National Therapy Animal Day.To mark the occasion, Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati is using the opportunity to recognize the exceptional therapy animals and their human handlers ...

Fisch's latest update features a brand-new event where you can catch a unique mutation of fish that are half aquatic and half animal. This blend came into existence thanks to Dr. Glimmerfin's ...

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Los Angeles police officers on Thursday visited a dog that was rescued after disturbing surveillance video triggered an investigation into alleged animal cruelty by the ...

As dark smoke drifted her way from the Jones Road Wildfire in the Pine Barrens Tuesday afternoon, Maddie Brummer of Stafford was getting concerned about the animals in peril from the conflagration.

Park rangers at Yosemite are saying to stay away from “one of the most dangerous animals” in the park. When one thinks of dangerous wildlife, they might think of a bear, a coyote, a fox ...