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Scientists have dated the skeleton of an ancient child that caused a stir when it was first discovered, because it carries features from both humans and Neanderthals. The child’s remains were ...

This photo provided by João Zilhão shows forearm bone fragments belonging to an ancient child that appeared to have features from both humans and Neanderthals. (João Zilhão via AP) 33,571 ...

NEW YORK — (AP) — Scientists have dated the skeleton of an ancient child that caused a stir when it was first discovered because it carries features from both humans and Neanderthals.