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  1. Archaeology

    Cave art suggests Neandertals were ancient humans’ mental equals

    Ancient humans’ close relatives also created rock art and shell ornaments, studies assert.

    By Bruce Bower
  2. Genetics

    The last wild horses aren’t truly wild

    The ancestor of today’s domesticated horses remains a mystery after a new analysis of ancient horse DNA.

    By Erika Engelhaupt
  3. Science & Society

    Building a bright future for science journalism

    Editor in Chief Nancy Shute is ready to produce top-quality science journalism and investigate digital innovations.

    By Nancy Shute
  4. Planetary Science

    Readers weigh in on human gene editing and more

    Readers debated feeling morally obligated to edit their kid's genes and had questions about exoplanets.