One of the last Siberian shamans was an 18th-century woman whose parents were related, DNA study reveals

A new DNA analysis of the mummies of historical Indigenous Yakuts reveals resistance to 17th-century Russian conquest.

Millions celebrate Orthodox Christmas on Jan. 7, following ancient traditions

Millions of people worldwide celebrated Orthodox Christmas nearly two weeks after much of the world marked the holiday.
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Narrow, light-filled Paris apartment renovation, 42sqm/452sqft

Originally a dark share house with no common spaces, this 18th-century Parisian apartment was completely transformed by ...
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Do Russia and China pose a national security threat to the US in Greenland?

White House says President Donald Trump still wants to buy Greenland, but has said military means are an option, too.
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Brilliant Bethell hundred pushes SCG Test to fifth day but Australia on target for 4-1

Jacob Bethell hit a memorable maiden Test century to ensure the Ashes finale of this rather bizarre series reached a fifth ...
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US tells Venezuela to cut ties with China and Russia, ABC says

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has told Venezuela’s interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, that her government must exclusively partner with the U.S. on oil production and favor the U.S. when ...