In a region known for hosting some of the earliest evidence of modern humans, DNA analysis was sparse. Until now.

In a discovery that challenges our understanding of human history, scientists have successfully decoded the oldest DNA ever ...

Recent archaeological discoveries are shedding light on these ancient societies. Artefacts from graves, including precious ...

Genome analysis adds to mounting evidence against the idea that Rapa Nui’s population collapsed owing to overexploitation of ...

Study refutes claim that mismanagement of natural resources led to population crash — plus a tiny wasp that’s been found in an unexpected place.

Scientists turn to ancient DNA to understand the history of Easter Island, a remote island in the Pacific Ocean also known as ...

Researchers uncover the DNA of Neanderthal "Thorin," revealing genetic isolation and inbreeding within his group.

As direct descendants of ancient bacteria, mitochondria have always been a little alien. Now a study shows that mitochondria ...

Discover the mysteries of ancient empires through palaeogenomics, revealing secrets of migration, society, and elite rulers.

Island) with its gigantic statues and treeless landscape has fascinated researchers for centuries. A new genetic study published in this week's Nature disproves the popular theory that the Rapanui ...

Scientists have suspected that modern humans have more genes to digest starch than our hunter-gatherer ancestors, but the ...

Red's guide to the latest transformational retreats, from group healing to cold water therapy. Tap in and come home feeling ...