An African-American lady has reacted on social media after DNA test showed she has Nigerian roots. She said she has always ...

Scientists are using consumer-genomics databases to link living people to ancestors from the recent and not-so-recent past. But the meaning of these connections isn’t always clear.

But how do these DNA tests work, and how can they tell if two people are related to each other? A genetic test typically involves submitting a saliva sample to a laboratory.

But how do these DNA tests work, and how can they tell if two people are related to each other? A genetic test typically involves submitting a saliva sample to a laboratory.

Police are hosting events to collect DNA samples that can help solve missing persons cases. But when people put their DNA in a commercial database, it can used for other purposes.

Researchers have found that forensic "DNA mixture analysis" is less accurate for certain groups of people with lower genetic diversity, which could falsely link them to crime scenes.

Embryos with DNA from three people develop normally in first safety study Researchers in China show that a technique used to replace diseased mitochondria does not affect early development.

MAUI, Hawaii — The number of people on the unaccounted for list from the Maui fires now has "between 1,000 and 1,100" names on it, FBI Special Agent in Charge Steven Merrill said at a news ...

Yoruba tribal marks are traditional face scars of the Yoruba people in Nigeria, mainly in the southwest and were once worn with pride.

Dog DNA tests open up a world of knowledge about your dog’s health, ancestry, and other breed information. We tested 12 of the best kits available and found four Wisdom Panel and Embark tests ...