Not just Neanderthals: Ghost lineage in Africa left its mark on our DNA
New genomic research has identified two previously unknown ancestral lineages, known as ghost lineages, within the human genome.
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New genomic research has identified two previously unknown ancestral lineages, known as ghost lineages, within the human genome.
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China is partnering with African researchers to launch the continent's first lunar science mission in 2029, featuring radio astronomy technology.
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Global HIV prevention efforts face a severe resurgence risk following substantial funding drops and foreign aid cuts.
Scientists explore one of Africa’s deepest lakes as researchers examine how insect submariners survive extreme depths without imploding.
Advancements in mRNA technology have brought the development of an HIV vaccine closer to reality through new neutralizing antibody responses.
The Trump administration is reportedly evaluating military options and potential strikes against Al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorists in Mali.
Anti-migrant unrest in South Africa has triggered a mass exodus of over 160,000 people amid rising xenophobic sentiment.
A new United Nations report finds healthy diets remain too expensive for one in three people globally as conflicts and shocks threaten progress.
Neighboring countries are increasing health preparedness as the Democratic Republic of Congo faces a surge in Ebola cases and deaths.
Death tolls in the Democratic Republic of Congo have reached at least 930 as an Ebola outbreak spreads at a record pace.
President Vila Nova has secured a second term in São Tomé and Príncipe following a tense presidential election.
South Africa secures a dominant 43-0 victory over Wales in the latest Nations Championship rugby match held in Durban.
Amazon Leo is set to launch satellite internet in South Africa by 2027, positioning Jeff Bezos to enter the market ahead of Elon Musk's Starlink.
Researchers have discovered 50,000-year-old DNA from a South African antelope, challenging previous assumptions about genetic preservation in Africa.
Scientists uncover a striking new monkey species featuring distinctive orange lips and a mask-like face deep within the Congo rainforest.
South Africa withstands a battling Scotland performance to secure a 42-28 victory in a ten-try Nations Championship thriller.
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Nigeria demands accountability after two of its citizens die in South African anti‑migrant unrest.
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World Cup co-host Canada advances to the Round of 16 as knockout stage matches continue across North America.
Nine African nations have advanced to the World Cup round of 32, marking a historic performance for the continent in international soccer.
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South Africa and the Korea Republic meet in a high-stakes World Cup group-stage match in Monterrey.
Immigrants are fleeing South Africa as anti-migrant protests and threats of violence escalate following a June 30 ultimatum.
France confirms its first Ebola case in a doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo as regional infections surpass 1,000.
South Sudan has scheduled its first-ever national election for December following years of delays.
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