Footprints made 80,000 years ago and ancient DNA are among the clues that hint at Neanderthals’ social and community lives.

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Researchers debate if Neanderthals really had high-pitched voices or if they were able to speak at all.

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Why did ancient humans turn to cannibalism? Experts think it may have more to do with relationships than for food sources.

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