If all of Paul the Octopus’s predictions were this easy, NewsFeed doubts he would have earned his international stardom.
Animals
Flabby Fido: More Than Half of America’s Pets Are Overweight
Giving your dog or cat table scraps might seem like a nice reward for good behavior. But it could be contributing to an epidemic.
Prehistoric Pets: Was Man’s First Best Friend a Fox?
In a 16,500 year-old graveyard in Jordan, archaeologists have found evidence of man’s first furry friend: a fox.
Sunday Afternoon Cuteness: Baby Gorilla Takes His First Steps
This little guy looks a bit shaky on his feet, but the slips and stumbles make it that much cuter for the rest of us.
Sex Tips for Pandas: Answers to Scientists’ Half-Century Struggle
So much for the previous notions that panda porn and Viagra would encourage pandas to reproduce.
The Best Names From the 2011 Westminster Dog Show
What’s in a name? A lot, if you’re a show dog.
Move Over Heidi: Meet Germany’s Newest Cross-Eyed Celebrity, Frank, The Cross-Eyed Cat
As long as the internet still loves cats, a new German star is about to emerge.
Eggheads Win: Study Says Number of Friends Tied to Brain Lobe Size
Ever wonder why you might have more Facebook friends than your peers? Evolutionary anthropologist Robin Dunbar believes he has the answer: the size of your brain.
Top Dog: Hickory the Scottish Deerhound Wins Westminster’s Best in Show
Hickory, winner of the hound group, beat out the six other group winners to claim the silver cup.
Woman Uses Soup Spoon to Save Husband From Tiger Attack
Salad forks and butter knives were not within reach.
The Furry Pups of Westminster: Photos of the World’s Best Show Dogs
Six new breeds are welcomed to the crème de la crème of American dog shows this year.
Weekend Wrap-Up: Egyptian Handoffs and Egg Hatchings
Welcome back to the office, NewsFeeders. We hope your weekend was relaxing and rejuvenating. And we wish you a very happy Valentine’s Day!