The results, set to air in a new documentary, draw on material gathered in the chaotic final moments of the Second World War.

I was one of the first to spit into a test tube, giving up my DNA forever to learn more about my health and heredity. You know, the ones that promise to connect you with distant relatives you didn’t even know existed or reveal genetic risks for ...

With the rise of DNA ancestry tests, it’s easier than ever to learn about your family history and connections. Today, there are many DNA testing services to choose from. They're easy to use. You’ll receive a kit in the mail -- just send back your DNA ...

With her picture on his phone's lock screen, JonBenét Ramsey's father, John, says he still thinks about her every day. It's been nearly 30 years since JonBenét Ramsey was murdered in their Boulder home. The case quickly gained national media attention ...

The Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Lab acquired a forensic tool used to test DNA from bones and teeth this summer.

When we first wrote this article, it compared 23andMe and Ancestry. Since then, 23andMe has experienced a data breach, a subsequent lawsuit, board members' resignations and layoffs amidst financial struggles. As a result, we removed it from this comparison ...