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Scientists Say This Ape Had Some Imagination
Scientists Say This Ape
Had Some Imagination
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Scientists Say This Ape Had Some Imagination

Researchers say Kanzi the bonobo knew how to play pretend, though others aren't so sure

(Newser) - By age 2, most kids know how to play pretend. They turn their bedrooms into faraway castles and hold make-believe tea parties. The ability to make something out of nothing may seem uniquely human—a bedrock of creativity that's led to new kinds of art, music, and more. Now,...

Lego Unveils 'Most Revolutionary Innovation' in 50 Years

New sensor-packed 'Smart Bricks' are sparking debate over imagination vs. interactivity

(Newser) - Lego is rolling out a high-tech twist on its classic bricks, though not everyone is thrilled about it. At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, the Danish company introduced "Smart Bricks," sensor-packed tiny blocks that light up, make sounds, and respond to movement, launching in March with a Star ...

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