Some ants defend their colonies with a tactic so extreme it ends in self-destruction. This video explains how “exploding ants” rupture their own bodies to release a sticky, toxic chemical that can ...

Termites became social powerhouses by stripping away genes tied to competition and independence. This genetic shedding locked in monogamy, boosted cooperation, and paved the way for their ...

Termites are among the most successful animals on Earth, forming vast societies that can number in the millions. But how did such complex social systems evolve from solitary ancestors that looked much ...

Come along on a guided tour of the strangest animals in Cincinnati's strangest neighborhood, from fungus-eating ants to a ...

H.R. Giger's original creature design continues to frighten audiences decades after it debuted in "Alien," but does the ...

The 37-year-old Superbad alum previously won best actress Academy Awards for La La Land in 2017 and Poor Things in 2024 ...

In this shocking part two, Antonio Alves recalls more incredible details about his ongoing experiences with alien beings. How did his girlfriend see him as an insectoid? Why did 4 greys invade his ...

An infographic showing the average declines in abundance of key terrestrial insect groups due to invasive alien species. The extent of declines varies across species and regions. Insects are often ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Making movies can be pretty difficult, especially when it comes to crafting practical effects and wardrobes for extras. It's not uncommon for a flick to use whatever it can to get a film finished, ...