ancestors

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The Goldrich will open with a museum exhibition titled “Meet Your Neighbor,” amplifying diverse L.A. communities and featuring stories of Angelenos and their ancestors who resettled, immigrated or sought refuge from persecution and violence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

He also notes the challenges that many applicants run into in their search for their Canadian ancestors.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Hunting almost certainly began in East Africa, with our ancient ancestors scavenging the kills of other predators.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The king will also stress the importance of the long-standing US-UK alliance, in a visit which marks the 250th anniversary of US independence from its British ancestors.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

“This is the river reed that your ancestors used in their ascent. We are at the entrance of the Third World.”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young