Evolution has installed phobias in humans that are proving hard to shake.

The president and his movement are empowered by ugly talk—the most effective rejoinders are factually precise and emotionally restrained.

The shortfall has sparked fears of shortages of beer, meat, and crumpets. (Crumpets!)

Two people were injured in the suspected attack.

Despite popular wisdom, rats are too big and too fierce for cats.

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Readers consider the impact of humans on other mammals.