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Jan 29, 2015 09:54 AM EST

Modern Diseases May Have Had Genetic Benefits for Ancient Human Ancestors

Why do genetic diseases still exist after thousands of years? Scientists have taken a closer look at our ancient ancestors and have found that some modern maladies may have actually provided ancient benefits.

Nov 26, 2014 11:20 AM EST

Ancient Rock Art Discovered Across Asia was Created by Prehistoric Humans

It turns out that rock art may be far older than expected. Scientists have taken a look at the oldest surviving rock art of Southeast Asia and found that the region's first people, hunter-gatherers that arrived over 50,000 years ago, brought with them a rich art practice.

Oct 29, 2014 09:02 AM EDT

Prehistoric Artwork May Have been Inspired by 'Supernatural' Sound Waves in Caves

Scientists have taken a closer look at prehistoric pieces of art and have found that they may have been inspired by the behaviors of sound waves behind misinterpreted as "supernatural."