In a 2024 study, researchers found that chimpanzee mothers tended to step in to defend their children in quarrels—say, over food or space in a tree—in about half of cases the researchers observed in the wild.
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Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
10 May 2026
As the trio quarrels, bonds and ventures through the wild unknown, Felix discovers that true bravery may change not only his own destiny, but also the future of his home.
The launch also reflects China’s broader push to strengthen domestic energy resilience as import-dependent economies face continued risks from shipping disruptions, sanctions disputes, and instability across global oil markets.
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Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
Ali had refused to take a public stance on the diplomatic disputes.
But kids are fickle creatures, and eventually got bored of those Eternian squabbles.
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Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
1 June 2026
While passage of a budget is considered virtually inevitable despite internal squabbles, legislative action on a measure to keep the Bears from moving to Hammond, Indiana, is still being negotiated to satisfy a variety of interests.
The Atlanta Press Club debates, scheduled for Sunday and Monday, will be livestreamed.
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Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
28 May 2026
Climate change, sea-level rise, extinction, debates over water and growth, and increasing competition for scarce natural resources are the future in Florida.
One of the main criticisms lobbed at DeGette in the primary campaign so far has focused on the number of her bills that have become law.
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Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
Criticisms The calculator is part of an effort to build support for the governor’s proposal and push back against criticisms, particularly over its potential impact on local government finances.
The chain of islands has become critical to Japan’s defense in the event of armed conflicts between China and Taiwan.
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Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
During a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority meeting in March, that officer, Eric Osnes, said his team now studies footage of assaults on drivers to learn lessons that may mitigate future conflicts.
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Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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