A new analysis of genetic studies proposes that the cognitive capacity for language was already present at least 135,000 years ago.

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Mosquitoes haven’t always had a taste for human blood — partly because the tiny yet dangerous insects have been around a lot longer than humans.

Scientists study physical evidence such as cave art, hand-crafted tools, and skull structures to infer cognitive and speech capabilities ...