family history

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A display showed family history in old photos and newspaper clippings about Taylor Rosenthal and his life as an influential pastor in Rapides Parish during the early 20th century.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

They investigate how factors such as family history and emotional experiences contribute to future depression risk.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

As would “Little Bear Ridge Road,” Samuel D. Hunter’s savagely unsentimental study of an estranged aunt and nephew picking through the wreckage of their family history.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

And if they are getting screened because of symptoms or a family history, it’s no longer considered a preventive test.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Joseph’s heart leapt at the idea that this all might be part of his family history . . . perhaps his ancestors really had been actors and artists!

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick