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A controversial new study claims Botswana may be the origin of modern humanity

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Europeans looked down on Neanderthals—until they realized they shared their DNA

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Rethinking what sets humans apart starts with asking if we’re special at all

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Researchers found proof of Neanderthals reproducing with other species

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