Why Newspaper Obituaries Are So Valuable for Genealogy Research

When it comes to researching family history, the obit is a treasure trove of information.

DNA Reveals the Surprise Origins of the Irish

Geneticists now say they now know where the modern Irish people originally came from.

Why Your Ancestors’ Life Expectancy Matters to You

A death in the family can be tragic, but the passing of ancestors and distant relatives can also be a rich source of information for anyone trying to understand their family history and their own place in it.

What DNA Can Tell You About How You'll Die

If you've ever wondered when the sci-fi-tinged future will arrive, the answer seems to be that it's already here… or, at least, the genetic testing part of it is.

DNA Science Reveals More of Your Past

Thanks to recent advancements in DNA science, people can now discover potentially life-changing information by simply mailing off a saliva sample for testing.