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We Now Know What Denisovans Looked Like

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First published 12 hours ago (Oct 23, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC) · latest update Oct 23, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC

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Global · 4

China · 1

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Denisovans

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Nature · Independent · Global
The proteome of Middle Pleistocene Xujiayao and common Denisovan morphology.
Global Times · State-backed · China
Chinese scientists confirm Xujiayao hominins as Denisovans, revealing shared physical traits.

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