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New Study Reveals How Stress Contributes to Type 2 Diabetes Risk

New research reveals a stress-related brain-liver circuit that may increase type 2 diabetes risk by raising blood glucose levels.

New Study Reveals How Stress Contributes to Type 2 Diabetes Risk

New research reveals a stress-related brain-liver circuit that may increase type 2 diabetes risk by raising blood glucose levels.

Deaf Kitten with a Rough Start Required a Special Home, He Found One

Deaf Kitten with a Rough Start Required a Special Home, He Found One

He was a beautiful long-haired flame-point boy, but with a problem that would require a special home.

Deaf Kitten with a Rough Start Required a Special Home, He Found One

He was a beautiful long-haired flame-point boy, but with a problem that would require a special home.

Couple Adopts Puppy Despite Knowing She'll Only Have a Short Life

Couple Adopts Puppy Despite Knowing She'll Only Have a Short Life

We took her to veterinary specialists for a full diagnosis. The news was not good.

Couple Adopts Puppy Despite Knowing She'll Only Have a Short Life

We took her to veterinary specialists for a full diagnosis. The news was not good.

Shelter Visitor Insists on Meeting 'Mean' Cat on Death Row

Shelter Visitor Insists on Meeting 'Mean' Cat on Death Row

"Oh, he's mean. He's bitten everyone, and we can't let you pet him. We have to put him down."

Shelter Visitor Insists on Meeting 'Mean' Cat on Death Row

"Oh, he's mean. He's bitten everyone, and we can't let you pet him. We have to put him down."

Shelter Volunteer Notices All Cats Are Loud Meowers, Except One

Shelter Volunteer Notices All Cats Are Loud Meowers, Except One

When you enter the cat room at 8 a.m., the cats start meowing loudly. They are ready for their time out of the cage.

Shelter Volunteer Notices All Cats Are Loud Meowers, Except One

When you enter the cat room at 8 a.m., the cats start meowing loudly. They are ready for their time out of the cage.

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A 2,500 Kilometer Oasis of Creatures Rewrites the Search for Aliens

Life without sunlight is thriving nearly 31,000 feet down between Russia and Alaska. Scientists found a 2,500-kilometer belt of clams and tube worms powered by methane, not photosynthesis.

A 2,500 Kilometer Oasis of Creatures Rewrites the Search for Aliens

Life without sunlight is thriving nearly 31,000 feet down between Russia and Alaska. Scientists found a 2,500-kilometer belt of clams and tube worms powered by methane, not photosynthesis.