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Ancient DNA recovered from mummies in Chile has provided strong evidence that smallpox arrived in the Americas following European colonization. Researchers analyzed bone samples from Camarones, northern Chile, finding indications of infections dating to the early colonial period. This discovery marks the first evidence of the disease found in that part of South America.

Ancient mummy DNA from Chile provides genetic evidence that smallpox was introduced to the Americas through European colonization, with infections dating between 1492 and 1631. The study links the virus to European strains, confirming historical accounts of its deadly impact on Indigenous populations.

DNA analysis of Inca mummies in Chile revealed a smallpox strain originating from Europe, confirming the virus was introduced to the Americas through colonization. The study identified smallpox in two individuals who died between 1492 and 1631, linking the virus to European strains and highlighting its devastating impact on Indigenous populations.

The article discusses the Pope's visit to Spain and the 'rockstar' effect, featuring Massimo Faggioli, a Church Historian and Professor at Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin.

The AI industry is using techniques similar to those used by tobacco and oil companies to influence government policy and regulation, according to a study by researchers at several universities. The study found patterns of corporate capture, where regulations and public bodies act in the interest of the industry rather than citizens. The researchers analyzed news stories and identified mechanisms such as narrative capture and elusion of law.

Pope Leo XIV's Africa trip highlighted his criticism of 'tyrants' and 'corruption,' with his messages gaining global attention amid U.S. political tensions. The Vatican clarified his remarks focused on African issues, not U.S. President Trump, though his prior criticism of Trump's Iran war rhetoric fueled speculation.