ancestors

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At some point, our ancestors began living in groups that weren’t only companions, but co-parents.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

The Goldrich will open with a museum exhibition titled “Meet Your Neighbor,” amplifying diverse L.A. communities and featuring stories of Angelenos and their ancestors who resettled, immigrated or sought refuge from persecution and violence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

He also notes the challenges that many applicants run into in their search for their Canadian ancestors.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Hunting almost certainly began in East Africa, with our ancient ancestors scavenging the kills of other predators.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

George’s ancestors had lived in this part of the world for millennia and had been the ones to greet the first French trappers who ventured north from Montreal in the 1600s.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz