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The Catastrophic Near-Extinction Event That Almost Erased Humanity 1 Million Years Ago

The Catastrophic Near-Extinction Event That Almost Erased Humanity 1 Million Years Ago

A new study published in Science reveals a startling chapter in human history. Around one million years ago, humanity was nearly wiped out. According to the research, our ancestors were reduced to just 1,280 individuals, leaving us on the brink of extinction. This genetic bottleneck, lasting over 100,000 years, changed the course of human evolution in profound ways, shaping the …

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