DNA Testing · 2 min read
Larry David Ancestry
Larry David, the comedic genius behind "Seinfeld" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm," has a family history that is as complex and surprising as the characters he creates.
Angela Natividad · Feb 27, 2024
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Which Populations Have the Highest Neanderthal DNA?
Most people with non-African ancestry carry 1% to 4% Neanderthal DNA. We break down which populations carry the most and what 23andMe reports actually tell you.
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 1 min read
What Percentage of the World Has Freckles?
Freckles are small, concentrated spots of melanin on the skin, most visible on fair complexions. They're linked to the MC1R gene and found in many populations worldwide.
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 2 min read
What Do Italians Look Like? Common Physical Traits
Italian physical traits reflect the country's long history and regional diversity. These characteristics represent historical averages and stereotypes, not the full picture of modern Italy.
Angela Natividad · Feb 26, 2024
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Julia Roberts Discovers Her True Family Origins Through DNA
Growing up, Julia Roberts never questioned that she descended from a long line of Roberts men. A deeper exploration of her family tree revealed a surprising paternal discovery.
Joel Hirsch · Feb 14, 2024
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Tracing Your Caribbean Ancestry
Tracing Caribbean ancestry means working with gaps. We show you how to combine oral history, DNA testing, and colonial archives to fill in what traditional records cannot.
Joel Hirsch · Feb 14, 2024
DNA Testing · 4 min read
How Do I Find My Royal Bloodline?
Most people with European roots carry at least a whisper of royal DNA. Finding the exact path from your grandparents' certificates to a medieval throne takes patient research and solid records.
Angela Natividad · Feb 13, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 4 min read
Here's How Much DNA Testing Your Dog Will Cost You
Wondering what it costs to solve your dog's breed mystery or screen for hidden health risks? Prices range from the cost of a casual dinner to a full vet visit.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 30, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 10 min read
Best Dog DNA Tests (2026): 5 Kits Compared on Breeds, Health, and Price
Compare the five best dog DNA tests of 2026: Embark, Wisdom Panel, Basepaws, DNA My Dog, and Orivet, compared on breed reference databases, health screening, sample type, turnaround, and price.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 25, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 4 min read
What Breed Is My Dog?
If you are trying to identify your dog's breed, appearance can give clues, but DNA testing is usually the only reliable way to sort out a mixed-breed dog. We cover what works and what does not.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 22, 2024