While genetic tests can reveal the ancestry of enslaved individuals, strontium analysis can now home in on where they actually grew up.

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United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed highlighted on Tuesday the critical need for collaborative and urgent ...

Africa, often called the cradle of civilisation, is a continent rich in resources, culture, and human capital. Despite its vast wealth, ...

For those living in Goma, which has been captured by Rwanda-backed rebels, there is little water, little food and much ...

Astronomers discover Inkathazo, a massive giant radio galaxy spanning 3 million light-years, using South Africa's MeerKAT ...

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As President Donald Trump's whims reverberate across the world, one particular Chicago group — globe and mapmakers — rise to meet the challenge.

The impeached former deputy president says his meeting with the veteran lawyer and former vice presidential contender is to ...

Google Maps is renaming the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America, following an order by President Trump. Here's what's behind the news.