This week I learned dogs really are smarter than cats, and more
Surprising discoveries and fascinating studies from around the web
Read more about the facts mentioned:
- Sorry Grumpy Cat — study finds dogs are brainier than cats (Vanderbilt University)
- Scientists have found a way to help you learn new skills twice as fast (Science Alert)
- Generosity never forgotten: Author traces 'Great Halifax Explosion' and how Boston stepped up (WBUR)
- Even whales have to exfoliate (The New York Times)
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Lauren Hansen produces The Week’s podcasts and videos and edits the photo blog, Captured. She also manages the production of the magazine's iPad app. A graduate of Kenyon College and Northwestern University, she previously worked at the BBC and Frontline. She knows a thing or two about pretty pictures and cute puppies, both of which she tweets about @mylaurenhansen.
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