Fragments of a partial skull unearthed in a cave in northern Spain have revealed a previously unknown population of ancient ...

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The study authors now believe it belonged to the same population ... know we had in Europe.” Chris Stringer, a research leader in human evolution at London’s Natural History Museum, said ...

Neanderthal fossils show a major population drop 110,000 years ago. Researchers link this to reduced genetic diversity.

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This tiny sliver of land is home to just 128,000 people, yet boasts some of Europe's most breathtaking landscapes and fascinating history.

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