Our ancient past isn't always buried history. When it comes to our DNA, nearly 9% of the human genome is made up of leftover genetic material from ancient viruses (called endogenous retroviruses or ...

The NFL season is only four weeks old, but the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles already look set to be the leading Super ...

The Guardians had essentially no margin for error as their floundering offense faced Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of the ...

Infections particular to our genome may have helped drive human-specific traits — plus, using heat to power DNA computers.

The Piasts, Poland's first royal dynasty, are the subject of recent, ground-breaking DNA research that questions conventional ...

A recent study dramatically pushes back the date for the emergence of our species, though some researchers call for further ...

James Cook has started off fast, but the Bills may need to monitor his usage to make sure he stays healthy and fresh all season.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson exited their week four battle in Kansas City with a hamstring injury. After the ...

Ancient DNA reveals Slavs originated in southern Belarus and central Ukraine, driving major population shifts in Europe between the 6th and 8th centuries CE.

On Friday an Irish reporter asked Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, who is of Irish ancestry, if he knew the translation of his first name. “No,” O’Connell said. “Caoimhin,” the reporter said. O’Connell ...