Neanderthal children were weaned as babies in a similar way to modern humans

Neanderthal children grew and were weaned as babies at a similar time to that of modern humans, new research has claimed. The study furthers the argument that the now-extinct species was more similar to Homo sapiens that traditionally believed.  Analysis of ancient teeth reveals both humans and Neanderthals are first given solid food by their … Read more

Cats will need to be gently weaned off human contact before the end of lockdown, RSPCA says

Cats and owners will both have to readjust to being without each other all day once lockdown ends, the RSPCA warns.  The animal charity says cats may have forged even stronger relationships to their humans during the crisis, as people stay at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As a result, when people begin … Read more