Modern DNA kits make it easy to learn where your ancestors came from—just order a test, swab your cheek, and mail it to a lab ...

What happens when a genetic test unlocks long-held family secrets or other surprising results? Genetic genealogist Kelli ...

When we first wrote this article, it compared 23andMe and Ancestry. Since then, 23andMe has experienced a data breach, a subsequent lawsuit, board members' resignations and layoffs amidst financial ...

Best DNA testing kits for uncovering your family history, tried and tested - Use a DNA kit to fill out the branches on your family tree or discover more about your genetic make-up ...

We often treat a DNA result like a final, divine verdict. In a time when truth can feel subjective, a laboratory report has become our ultimate anchor. We hand over a cheek swab, wait a week, and ...

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