More than 400 million years ago, the first sharks ventured through the dangerous seas of the Silurian age. Diminutive and seemingly insignificant, these fragile new species would pave the road for an astounding lineage, one that would eventually dominate the seas and supplant the fearsome predators that could not demonstrate the same great resilience in [...]

Advances in medical research have been among the most significant and beneficial events throughout the course of recent history. From cures for dangerous diseases to improvements in surgical techniques, the knowledge obtained through this research has positively changed the lives of countless people. Yet this same research, which has often been praised as being revolutionary, [...]

For humans, the ocean has long been a realm of both intrigue and intimidation. It captivates our minds with its beauty and mystery, yet also humbles even the strongest men with its power and, sometimes, merciless nature. For long, we have relied on it for our survival, yet countless have perished in its waters. It [...]

Crows and ravens have been feared, hated, revered, and worshiped throughout human history, constantly exerting a powerful hold over the psyche of people throughout the ages. Some cultures viewed them as the harbingers of doom, while others saw the birds as the sacred servants of almighty gods. Their ability to attract the attention of humans [...]

We hear about it every now and again; people killed and eaten by animals throughout the world. Whether it is lions in Africa hunting human prey, or the occasional shark attack in the popular beaches, we hear about these cases and usually demonize the animal responsible for the death. Some say the animals should not [...]