In the vast tapestry of human history, cats have woven themselves into the myths and legends of many cultures. Their mysterious allure and enigmatic presence have led them to be revered, feared, and ...

Discover the history of our feline friends, and learn about the debate over whether cats are really "domesticated" at all.

The owner of the "world's oldest cat" says her unusually long lifespan is down to "lots of treats", "cuddles on the sofa" - ...

The African wildcat was first tamed in ancient Egypt some 4,000 years ago, marking the beginning of cat domestication. Cats ...

Hayley Atwell appeared on a recent episode of “Reign With Josh Smith” podcast and credited her “Mission: Impossible” co-star ...

The bodies weren't human. They were feline—ancient cats that had been mummified and buried in pits in staggering numbers. "Not one or two here and there," reported the English Illustrated ...

Cat coffins and representations of the cat-headed goddess Bastet are among the extraordinary objects that reveal felines’ critical role in ancient Egyptian religious, social, and political life.

How and when domestic cats arrived in China has been a mystery. A new analysis of cat DNA suggests traders and diplomats likely carried the pets with them along the Silk Road 1,400 years ago.

Cats have long been associated with magic and spirituality. Some people believe they have a foot — or paw — in the spirit realm. Others think the presence of a cat brings good luck, and in ...

In 1890, an estimated 180,000 mummified cats, weighing 19.5 tonnes, were auctioned off. Where did the ancient felines come from and why were they so many? We take a look into a story that tells us ...

Cat Transit By analyzing mitochondrial DNA in the remains of some 200 ancient cats, researchers in France found that felines spread across the world first with farmers from the Fertile Crescent ...

In 1890 an estimated 180,000 mummified cats, weighing 19.5 tonnes, were auctioned off. Where did the ancient felines come from and why were they so many? We take a look into a story that tells us ...