BIG BEAR? It's a place that is always potent, in terms of fresh air, brilliant sunbeams, and a sense of seasonality. That season-strong vibe wears several different coats, with actual coats being ...

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ALASKA (WTAJ) — The 2025 Fat Bear Week competition is back again, and some very big bears at the Katmai National Park in Alaska have packed on the pounds to try to tip the scales in their favor.

Whether we're talking about animals or humans, gut microbes are essential for health, metabolism and protecting against infection. While captivity is known to alter the gut microbiota of wildlife, the ...