Self-described “contrarian” John McWhorter is used to being at the center of controversy. So it’s no surprise his new book, ...

Comprehensive reference genomes have now been assembled for six ape species: siamang (a Southeast Asian gibbon), Sumatran ...

Kanzi, a Des Moines resident bonobo known internationally for his communication skills, died Tuesday, most likely of heart disease, the Des Moines-based Ape Initiative reported. Iowa State University ...

Bonobo enlisted the singer Jacob Lusk on vocals for the dreamy “Dark Will Fall,” while the Floating Points track “Dexion” is wordless and dancey. Listen to all three songs and see all ...

Sitting all day isn't just making you stiff; it's slowly turning your body into a tight, hunched mess. Whether you're at a desk for hours or glued to your couch, prolonged sitting shortens your hip ...

The average American adult spends more than half of their day sitting. Whether it’s working at a desk, commuting, or watching TV, most people lead highly sedentary lifestyles. Studies show that ...

Often, sudden dizziness while sitting is due to fluctuations in blood pressure. Shifting positions or standing up quickly can cause your blood pressure to dip. This leads to lightheadedness or ...

During the 1962 China-India conflict, opposition MPs suggested a secret sitting, but Prime Minister Nehru rejected the idea, insisting the public should be informed. Rules allow the government to ...

That’s where short games come in. They’re little experiences you can completely finish in a single sitting. Sometimes there are puzzles to solve or challenges to face, and sometimes there aren ...

In a post on Facebook, the initiative said that Kanzi, a 44-year-old bonobo, died Tuesday afternoon. According to the post, Kanzi didn’t show any signs of discomfort or illness, and had even been ...

Kanzi, the famous bonobo at Des Moines' Ape Cognition and Conservation Initiative, has died at the age of 44. He had been his normal, happy self, and was even playing in the towers the day he died ...

Sitting for long periods has never been hailed as healthy, yet many people have relied on their workouts to counter the negative effects of being on their tush all day. However, recent research ...