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Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Ancestry used to need 9 months to scan census records and make connections for users. AI cut it to under 9 days.

Ancestry uses in-house AI and computer vision to accelerate digitizing and indexing 65+ billion records and is beta testing an Audio Stories feature.
#pope-leo-xiv
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
US politics

This American pope: Leo XIV's bloodline reflects the US melting pot

Pope Leo XIV's election highlights the intersection of race and heritage in America, impacting the Catholic Church's leadership.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
NYC LGBT

Pope Leo XIV's family tree shows Black roots in New Orleans

Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, has Black ancestry linked to Louisiana, reflecting America's complex racial history.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This American pope: Leo XIV's bloodline reflects the US melting pot

Pope Leo XIV's election highlights the intersection of race and heritage in America, impacting the Catholic Church's leadership.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Cold Case Task Force helps identify missing Monterey County fisherman from 1990s

The remains were recovered in 2021 from a fishing vessel's net, revealing they belonged to Jeffrey Lyndon Hulliger, who disappeared at sea in 1997.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Help! My Wife and Her Siblings Just Took Ancestry DNA Tests. All Hell's Broken Loose.

Ancestry DNA testing can reveal shocking family secrets, impacting relationships and emotions within families.
fromDefector
2 months ago

Is JD Vance Irish? Be Careful Who You Ask | Defector

JD Vance's claim of Irish ancestry has been challenged, revealing a genealogical dead end that has sparked controversy and disappointment among supporters and critics alike.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pioneering project releases more lost Irish records spanning 700 years

Historic records spanning 700 years in Ireland have been digitally recreated, enhancing accessibility for researchers and the public.
Data science
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Leonardo da Vinci's family tree - dating back to 1331

A new book traces Leonardo da Vinci's family lineage and genetic insights, emphasizing its significance for understanding his life and health.
fromThe Walrus
3 months ago

Letters to the Editor: March/April 2025 | The Walrus

Exploring identity and heritage raises complex issues of evidence and perception, particularly in minority communities.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Aisling Bea dives into her family history and makes a troubling discovery: they were middle class

Aisling Bea, known for her comedic prowess, revealed that her birth name is Aisling O'Sullivan, reflecting on how her father's legacy shaped her identity.
UK news
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Tracing Your Roots Through Virtual African American Genealogy Workshops

A new virtual workshop series will guide participants in researching African American family history, focusing on Black voices and ancestral legacies.
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

It's Time to Talk About LGBTQ+ Elder Care

Researching LGBTQ+ history reveals hidden stories of love and struggle, such as that of Leon and Warren, who faced significant challenges as a couple.
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