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fromIndependent
6 days ago
Boston Celtics

Tom Court on his Lions memories, making a return in red and how much he misses rugby and Ireland

fromIndependent
6 days ago
Boston Celtics

Tom Court on his Lions memories, making a return in red and how much he misses rugby and Ireland

fromColossal
1 week ago

Family, Memory, and an Ancestral Craft Converge in Daniela Garcia Hamilton's Tender Paintings

García Hamilton investigates legacies of tradition, the inevitability of assimilation, and the ways in which family histories replay themselves over time.
Los Angeles
Miscellaneous
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Gates takes in-depth look at pope's family history- Harvard Gazette

Henry Louis Gates Jr. presented Pope Leo XIV with a family tree showing his ancestry tracing back 500 years.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

Why I Decided to Return to the Refugee Camp I Came From | The Walrus

The memory of the refugee camp in Thailand becomes an enduring obsession, deeply affecting the narrator's consciousness.
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Remembering Rosalind Diamond, innovator in holistic medicine, community leader, spiritual teacher

Rosalind Diamond made significant contributions to education and health through her teaching and founding of the Institute for Humanistic Medicine.
#genealogy
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Poker

36 Earth-Shattering Family Secrets People Uncovered Later In Life That Messed With Their Minds

fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Poker

36 Earth-Shattering Family Secrets People Uncovered Later In Life That Messed With Their Minds

Writing
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Author Amanda Smyth: One evening, my uncle stood up. 'I'm going to the hospital. He'll die tonight.' I said: 'How do you know?' He half smiled. 'I just do.'

The author reflects on her Irish-Trinidadian heritage and the challenges faced by her mother after moving to Ireland.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Experience: a postcard delivered 121 years late led me to my long-lost family

A postcard from 1903 led to discovering a family connection and the story of Lydia Davies and her brother Ewart.
Music
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

Mental Illness Took My Dad. After His Death, I Discovered His Secret Past.

Richard had a past as a concert organizer that surprised his family after his death.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

I never believed they'd be able to trace him': granddaughter of 1967 murder victim finally sees justice

DNA advancements led to the identification of Ryland Headley as the suspect in Louisa Dunne's murder, healing a long-standing family wound.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Fathers Don't Just Protect-They Prepare

The author's family history highlights the importance of foresight and cleverness in navigating danger during times of upheaval.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Analysis | Returning to Syria to reckon with the ghosts of my father's past

As my father watched the news, his breath caught. A video of the inside of a prison cell was on the television. Tears streamed down his face. On one of the walls he could make out a poem, one he had written with his own hands.
History
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Experts Share What the Age of Your 1st Period Can Tell You About Your Future Health

"The average age in the U.S. most recently has been around age 12. But in some recent studies, it has actually dipped even to 11."
Health
#dna-testing
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
SF parents

The Chinese Adoptees Who Were Stolen

DNA tests are reshaping adoptees' understanding of their origins and family connections.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
UK news

A man contacted her on a DNA site - and the truth about her birth unravelled

DNA testing can uncover unexpected truths about family history, as demonstrated by a woman's discovery that she was swapped at birth.
Data science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Leonardo da Vinci's family tree - dating back to 1331

A new book traces Leonardo da Vinci's family lineage and genetic insights, emphasizing its significance for understanding his life and health.
Women in technology
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Miami native, daughter of Black historian wins Pulitzer for history

Edda Fields-Black's Pulitzer Prize-winning book illustrates the importance of family history and the narratives of ancestors.
#world-war-ii
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Homefires burning: how a cache of passionate love letters shows the second world war on two fronts

Gerard's letters reveal the struggles and resilience of a young couple separated by war, highlighting Alice's resourcefulness and unyielding spirit during difficult times.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Contributor: When you lose your home to fire, you wonder: Who am I now?

All of those material possessions are a part of who you are; you shape your home and your home shapes you.
SF parents
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

A look at Bay Area man's return to Vietnam to find father's gravesite 5 decades after Fall of Saigon

The emotional journey of Vietnamese Americans returning to Vietnam often involves uncovering personal family histories.
#holocaust
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Writing

Exclusive | NYC teen solves 80-year-old family mystery during recent visit to Auschwitz: 'Closure we never imagined possible'

Germany news
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 months ago

'I found my mother's story of escape from the Nazis hidden in a shoebox'

Kitty Fehr's diaries reveal her family's experiences fleeing Nazi Germany, discovered by her daughter after 80 years hidden in an old suitcase.
Writing
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Exclusive | NYC teen solves 80-year-old family mystery during recent visit to Auschwitz: 'Closure we never imagined possible'

A teenager uncovered his missing granduncle's fate during a trip to Auschwitz, providing his family with closure after decades of uncertainty.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Unlocking the Secrets in Your Family History Can Be Overwhelming-or Empowering

In examining the legacies of Plessy v. Ferguson, descendants confront the complexities of family histories intertwined with racial segregation and inequity in America.
Social justice
#documentary
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Neirud review a mysterious family relationship that unravels Brazil's complex social fabric

Fernanda Faya's documentary reveals hidden family secrets, exploring complex racial identities and the nuances of alternative familial bonds through her grandmother's legacy.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How Can I Reduce My Risk of Cancer?

40% of cancer cases are due to lifestyle factors, indicating that proactive health choices can reduce risks.
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Molly Bounds Sends Out a "Transmission"

Molly Bounds' exhibition explores the intricate relationship between memory and perception through art that blurs fact with fiction.
#memoir
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

This Affordable Grandparent Gift Will Become An Heirloom

A memory book from grandparents captures invaluable family history and personal anecdotes, preserving their legacy for future generations.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Operation renovation: 'I might be a city slicker but I've always yearned for a life in the country'

The restoration of this 160-year-old Co Laois farmhouse not only revives a family legacy but also showcases the romantic ideal of rural living that many aspire to.
Renovation
Skiing
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Jack Woolley: 'Tokyo was a very lonely games, and that's why I really wanted to push for Paris'

Jack Woolley's sporting roots are deeply tied to family history and community involvement, starting from his grandparents' participation in Cairn Community Games.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Scarsdale Home Where Jon Voight Was Raised Is Listed for $1.1 Million-and It's a World Away From His $21 Million L.A. Mansion

The modest five-bedroom home where actor Jon Voight was raised has just been listed for $1.09 million, highlighting its historical significance in his life.
LA real estate
#trump-family
US Elections
fromTODAY.com
8 months ago

Donald Trump's family tree: What to know about the president-elect's family

Donald Trump is returning to the White House as the 47th president, following the 2024 election results.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Woman abandoned on a hillside meets birth parents 60 years later

Rachel Rollinson, who was adopted at a young age, embarked on a journey to discover her roots, unveiling profound family dynamics that shaped her life.
Parenting
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Fallen trees, howling wind and drunken parrots: bracing for Alfred, I remember another Queensland cyclone

Cyclones create both devastation and community bonding experiences, as illustrated by personal family memories after Cyclone Larry.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago

Alan Robert (Al) Rademacher

Alan Rademacher was a long time resident and business owner who passed away on February 18, 2025, due to complications from a recent surgery.
Portland food
fromClickUp
5 months ago

How to Make a Family Tree in Google Docs | ClickUp

Ever tried explaining your family history, only to get tangled in terms like 'second cousins twice removed' or 'great-aunt something-or-other'? This highlights the complexities of family relationships that often confuse individuals.
Mobile UX
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 months ago

An author turns tales of her Chinese family into an historical novel

Nancy Wang's novel "Red Altar" connects her family's history to Monterey's fishing industry and addresses themes of resilience and cultural identity.
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Cupertino looks to fill vacancy on Audit Committee

The City of Cupertino is looking for qualified applicants for a position on the Audit Committee, emphasizing experience over residency and excluding city officials from eligibility.
SF politics
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Peter Schmeichel: I felt superior. I felt I knew what was going to happen next'

Peter Schmeichel attributes his success to talent and key relationships, reflecting on his heritage and personal journey in a new documentary.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
5 months ago

Tour a Family's Eclectic Shelter Island Sanctuary

Family homes hold significant sentimental value, embodying cherished memories.
The impact of natural disasters can reshape family narratives and histories.
fromianVisits
5 months ago

Dorney Court manor house's open days confirmed for 2025

Dorney Court will open to the public in June 2025, showcasing its rich history and beautiful grounds while offering affordable tours.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Becoming a migrant was the best thing I've ever done I was lucky that it was by choice | Bertin Huynh

Emigrating is a complex journey filled with nostalgia, challenges, and cultural disorientation.
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago

An MSNBC Anchor Looked For Her Childhood Home In The LA Fires And Was Stunned By What She Saw

Tur reflects on her traumatic experiences tied to her destroyed childhood home, revealing deep emotional impacts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Cher: The Memoir, Part One review from an orphanage to superstardom

Cher describes her family origins in the backwoods of Missouri, where her great-grandfather, Isaac, worked on the railroad and her grandmother, Lynda, was sent to relatives because her family couldn't afford to keep her.
Writing
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