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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
US politics

This American pope: Leo XIV's bloodline reflects the US melting pot

Pope Leo XIV's election highlights the intersection of race and heritage in America, impacting the Catholic Church's leadership.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Pope Leo XIV's family tree shows Black roots in New Orleans

Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, has Black ancestry linked to Louisiana, reflecting America's complex racial history.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This American pope: Leo XIV's bloodline reflects the US melting pot

Pope Leo XIV's election highlights the intersection of race and heritage in America, impacting the Catholic Church's leadership.
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#family-history
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

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fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Cold Case Task Force helps identify missing Monterey County fisherman from 1990s

The remains were recovered in 2021 from a fishing vessel's net, revealing they belonged to Jeffrey Lyndon Hulliger, who disappeared at sea in 1997.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Help! My Wife and Her Siblings Just Took Ancestry DNA Tests. All Hell's Broken Loose.

Ancestry DNA testing can reveal shocking family secrets, impacting relationships and emotions within families.
fromDefector
4 weeks ago

Is JD Vance Irish? Be Careful Who You Ask | Defector

JD Vance's claim of Irish ancestry has been challenged, revealing a genealogical dead end that has sparked controversy and disappointment among supporters and critics alike.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pioneering project releases more lost Irish records spanning 700 years

Historic records spanning 700 years in Ireland have been digitally recreated, enhancing accessibility for researchers and the public.
#ancestry
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago

My Whole Life, I Embraced My Latina Identity. Then I Took A DNA Test That Changed Everything.

Ancestry DNA results can profoundly change one's understanding of family heritage and identity, revealing unexpected ethnic backgrounds.
Personal genealogical inquiries can unearth significant, sometimes shocking details about ancestry that reshape family narratives.
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago

My Whole Life, I Embraced My Latina Identity. Then I Took A DNA Test That Changed Everything.

Ancestry DNA results can profoundly change one's understanding of family heritage and identity, revealing unexpected ethnic backgrounds.
Personal genealogical inquiries can unearth significant, sometimes shocking details about ancestry that reshape family narratives.
more#ancestry
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.
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Letters to the Editor: March/April 2025 | The Walrus

Exploring identity and heritage raises complex issues of evidence and perception, particularly in minority communities.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Aisling Bea dives into her family history and makes a troubling discovery: they were middle class

Aisling Bea, known for her comedic prowess, revealed that her birth name is Aisling O'Sullivan, reflecting on how her father's legacy shaped her identity.
UK news
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Tracing Your Roots Through Virtual African American Genealogy Workshops

A new virtual workshop series will guide participants in researching African American family history, focusing on Black voices and ancestral legacies.
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

It's Time to Talk About LGBTQ+ Elder Care

Researching LGBTQ+ history reveals hidden stories of love and struggle, such as that of Leon and Warren, who faced significant challenges as a couple.
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fromMedievalists.net
4 months ago

New Medieval Books: Vikings, Half-Trolls and Saga-Authors - Medievalists.net

The book analyzes the significance of lesser-known Icelandic sagas and their connections to genealogy and authorship.
from24/7 Wall St.
9 months ago

This Is How Many People Today Are Related to Ghenghis Khan

Genghis Khan unified the Mongol tribes and created the Mongol Empire, conquering vast territories and establishing a political framework that ensured its longevity beyond his death.
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