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english.elpais.com
1 month ago
Data science

Need for critical minerals threatens Africa's great apes

A significant number of great apes live near or around mines in Africa, affecting their habitats.
Mining activities in Africa primarily target critical minerals essential for the green energy transition. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
Science

Children Anticipate What Others Want, But Great Apes Don't

Young children have the ability to anticipate other people's food preferences, but nonhuman great apes do not.
The study suggests that theory of mind, the ability to understand that others have unique thoughts and desires, may be a uniquely human capability. [ more ]
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