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Scientists Discover Evidence of a Mysterious ‘Ghost’ Human Ancestor Hidden in Our DNA

· Thedebrief · July 31, 2026, 1:19 p.m.
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Scientists have discovered evidence of a previously hidden 'ghost' human ancestor in our DNA, suggesting a more complex evolutionary history for modern humans.
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