Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.

Chimpanzees and bonobos hug, touch and kiss before stressful situations, suggesting social reassurance may have evolved millions of years before humans.

Physical touch may be an important evolutionary tool to help manage social tension and keep the peace. That is according to a ...

Hollywood beauty Jessica Alba has hit out at MTV bosses for conning her into kissing a chimpanzee for the Most Romantic Moment Award at MTV's Movie Awards. The 24-year-old actress had been filming a ...

Bonobos and chimpanzees use friendly physical contact to manage social stress before meals. New research shows both species ...