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

How do great apes keep the peace? A new study shows a smooch, a snuggle or even a little hanky-panky can go a long way.

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

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

Sammy the chimp celebrates 47 years with a joyful birthday party full of antics.

A chimp that has correctly predicted five out of England's six World Cup games has backed the Three Lions to beat Argentina ...

More often, apes reach out to one another with friendly touch: embracing, patting and making gentle contact." Chimpanzees ...

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

A baby chimpanzee that correctly predicted five of England's six World Cup games has picked the Three Lions to beat Argentina ...

During an eight-month-long research trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia, we studied consolation: the ...

Sandy and Jerry took Travis to work with them every day. They installed tire swings, ropes, and trampolines in a giant room ...

STAMFORD, Conn. — Travis the chimpanzee's relationship with his owner was closer than those of some married couples. Sandra Herold gave him the finest food, and wine in long-stemmed glasses. They took ...