Scientists have long focused on quantifying fear and other negative emotions in animals. Now they’re trying to measure positive feelings — and it’s a challenge.

State Sen. Nick Pisciottano said the state’s framework for pet cremation oversight is “a little like the Wild West.” The ...

Canada continues to tout itself as a “world leader” in tackling ghost gear — discarded nets, traps, ropes and other fishing equipment that's known to harm marine life — even though funding for the ...