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  • An illustration of a newly discovered extinct species that was related to modern-day pandas.

    Prehistoric "Panda" Found in Spain

    A small fossil bear recently identified in Spain suggests China's giant panda has European roots, a new study says.

  • A Tarahumara runner in an ultramarathon in Chihuahua, Mexico.

    Runner's High Hardwired

    The pleasurable sensation known as "runner's high" may have motivated human and canine ancestors to build endurance, a new study says.

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  • Photo: Harlequin colored Great Dane

    How to Build a Dog

    Scientists have found the secret recipe behind the spectacular variety of dog shapes and sizes, and it could help unravel the complexity of human genetic disease.

  • Photo: Bloodhound, German shorthaired pointer, and Sussex spaniel

    Dog DNA Photo Gallery

    Scientists have found the secret recipe behind the spectacular variety of dog shapes and sizes, and it could help unravel the complexity of human genetic disease.