This male sumatran orangutan is Raku: he got a wound on his right cheek. Scientists were surprised to spot him applying a medicinal plant on his face: akar kuning (Fibranaurea tinctoria), a type of climbing vine that acts as an analgesic.
After about 8 days he applied the chewed stems and leaves of the plant, the wound began to heal and in approximately a month he completely recovered.
This series of observations undoubtedly constitutes the conclusive proof of the level of ingenuity that these majestic animals have.
Marlon Wayans is letting the robbers who targeted his L.A. area home last week he was the wrong person to steal from 'cause he "doesn't own s***"
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South African Doctor Prof 'Mashudu Tshifularo' became the first Surgeon on Earth to successfully perform surgery to cure deafness.
Hats off, please! ❤️
Hippos can’t technically swim
The perfect combination of buoyancy and bone density allows them to “fly” thorough water at speeds of 5mph, (8 kph)
propelling themselves using intermittent ground contact, like astronauts on a moon walk
These are called Witches' Stairs. It is believed that the design was thought to confuse or trap witches, preventing them from easily climbing the stairs due to the staggered pattern.
Unlike traditional stairs with a regular series of steps, witches stairs alternate, with each step offset to either the left or right. This design creates a zig-zag pattern, allowing for a steep incline without requiring a large horizontal space.
You will occasionally find them in very old New England homes.
An asteroid the size of a football stadium threaded the needle between Earth and the moon Saturday morning — the second of two astronomical near misses in three days.
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RIP The First Amendment (1776-2024)
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the government *IS* able to pressure Big Tech platforms to remove content.
This won't end well for us
This otter helps this mother cat & lays her kitten on the bed. Proof that animals can understand the sense of belonging & interact accordingly. Regardless of species, kindness brings out the best.