Neanderthal

Paleolithic tools suggest Neanderthal man knew how to make a fire: Study

It was known that Neanderthals used fire but it was thought to have occurred by natural causes.

Process of modern human populations absorbing Neanderthals was a stop and go phenomenon: Study

Researchers have found Neanderthals survived at least 3,000 years longer in the modern day Spain, long after they had died out everywhere else.

Modern humans more Neanderthal than once thought, studies suggest

According to two studies published on Wednesday, DNA from these pre-modern humans may play a role in the appearance of hair and skin as well as the risk of certain diseases.

Spanish cave paintings world's oldest says new dating tech

New tests show that crude Spanish cave paintings of a red sphere and handprints are the oldest in the world. Some scientists say they might have even been made by the much-maligned Neanderthals, but others disagree.

Spanish cave paintings world's oldest says new dating tech

New tests show that crude Spanish cave paintings of a red sphere and handprints are the oldest in the world. Some scientists say they might have even been made by the much-maligned Neanderthals, but others disagree.