Articles Index

The Stolen Penguin
In an unusual press conference held at Boston's New England Aquarium, officials assured the public that all of the aquarium's 61 penguins are present and accounted for, scotching a rampant rumor that a 12-year-old autistic boy had made off with one of the birds in his backpack.

Days of Owls and Dances of Cows
There is a Chinese fable that tells of a man who sat near his cow playing a graceful melody on his lute for her. As he played he noticed that the cow simply kept eating grass and did not respond in any way to the lovely music, just as if she did not even hear it...

The Thief and the Flutter Mouse
Of mice and bats: Peter Kohler takes a look at the lore surrounding these two modest creatures

ProMeris Safety Warning
Forwarded email warns pet owners of possible hazards associated with using ProMeris flea and tick treatments based on the author's personal experience with adverse reactions.