ancestors

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Since then, hundreds of thousands of Germans have searched the records for names of ancestors, well aware they may face unpleasant truths.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The study also allowed researchers to estimate likely handedness in extinct human ancestors.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

At some point, our ancestors began living in groups that weren’t only companions, but co-parents.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

“I still think our ancestors lived better lives. As long as there are animals to hunt and tubers to harvest, what else do I want?” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“I’ve lived a long time, Little Pumpkin. I honor and revere ngangas. I believe they can tell us what our ancestors want, but a few—a very few—are dishonest. Now and then one is downright wicked.”

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer