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 ...

With the rise of DNA ancestry tests, it’s easier than ever to learn about your family history and connections. Today, there are many DNA testing services to choose from. They're easy to use. You’ll ...

Whether you want to authenticate well-loved family stories or are unaware of your family history and need a place to start, personal DNA testing has never been easier. At-home DNA tests are a popular ...

Fort Myers, Fla. Have you ever wondered where exactly you came from? At-home DNA kits are increasing in popularity and offer a glimpse into your family’s past. But do they work? We put two popular ...

If you're thinking of taking an ancestry DNA test as "a bit of fun", experts warn there is the risk of uncovering more than ...

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Evanston’s Reparations Committee discussed a potential partnership reconstructing African ancestry with DNA testing Thursday. The committee welcomed LaKisha David, an assistant professor of ...

Best DNA testing kits for uncovering your family history, tried and tested - Use a DNA kit to fill out the branches on your ...

Growing up, 52-year-old Mary Harris from Texas always felt she didn't quite fit in with her sisters. Their blonde hair and blue eyes contrasted with her own darker features. Driven by curiosity, she ...

Ancestry DNA testing is booming, but the reality is a discovery about your past can come with unexpected heartache.