Not so bird-brained after all: Baby ravens pick up in four months skills that great apes take a lifetime to learn Researchers from Germany put young ravens through various cognitive tests They then compared the results with those of chimpanzees and orangutans Ravens appeared to acquire all their cognitive prowess in their first four months They … Read more
The Tower of London’s ravens, which according to folklore are key to the success of the nation, are beginning to stray after becoming ‘bored’ in lockdown, according to reports. The legendary birds, which are shrouded in myth, are lacking stimulation due to a lack of visitors and two have already been caught sneaking out of … Read more
We had an amazing marriage for more than 20 years. We adored each other. And now, it’s very, very strange having to sit opposite him when he says: “You’re a very nice woman, but I don’t remember you.” ’ Jan Ravens — 62, TV and radio comedian and mother-of-three — is sitting in her bright … Read more