The peaceful atmosphere at Pairi Daiza Zoo in Belgium was disrupted recently when a dramatic confrontation between two Steller sea lions forced a temporary closure of part of the facility. This unexpected incident, which occurred on June 8, 2025, highlights the complex behaviors of these magnificent marine mammals during their…| Stewartville Star
A hungry wild elephant recently turned a routine shopping day into a memorable spectacle in Thailand. On June 2, 2025, shoppers and staff at a small convenience store in Nakhon Ratchasima province witnessed an extraordinary scene when a 27-year-old elephant named Plai Biang Lek casually entered the premises and helped…| Stewartville Star
In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, researchers in Germany have successfully created the world's first genetically modified spider capable of producing fluorescent red silk. This remarkable breakthrough, published in the scientific journal Angewandte Chemie in May 2025, represents a significant advancement in both arachnid genomics and materials science. The modified spiders…| Stewartville Star
In a remarkable rescue operation that captured global attention, two police officers in Florida successfully saved the world's heaviest bony fish from certain death. The massive sunfish, weighing an astonishing 2,267 kg (5,000 lbs), found itself stranded on Daytona Beach, unable to return to the ocean due to its enormous…| Stewartville Star