New Amur tiger at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo

WASHINGTON – The Smithsonian National Zoological Park on March 1 welcomed a new Amur tiger to its “Great Cats” exhibit in a conservation effort to increase the population of the critically endangered subspecies. If all goes well, 6-year-old Nikita will…

Smithsonian Zoo Gives Swimming Lessons to Baby Tigers

The Smithsonian National Zoo gives two very important swimming lessons — to baby tigers.

After Record Losing Streak, Towson Basketball Looks to Future

After breaking the longest losing streak in NCAA Division I men’s basketball last month with a five-point win over UNC Wilmington, Towson University’s squad hoped to follow it with more victories. Instead, they’ve lost five straight.