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We may have mated with Neanderthals more than 219,000 years ago

4 July 2017

Analysis of DNA from a fossilised Neanderthal bone suggests modern human ancestors entered Europe and interbred with locals more than 219,000 years ago

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We may have mated with Neanderthals more than 219,000 years ago

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