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This is Richard Hill, founder of DNA Favorites. I don't write long, detailed blogs. My blogging style matches that of my website: clear, concise summaries with links to learn more.
I typically share these posts to my DNA Favorites Facebook page and to my RichardHillDNA accounts on Bluesky, X,and LinkedIn. You can follow me in whatever medium you prefer.
Jan 21, 2025
Major Updates in Y-DNA Haplogroups
The Y-DNA Tree of Humankind is a dynamic, living map of humanity’s history. Thanks to more testers and new tools, 2024 saw big changes.
Jan 17, 2025
Need an Experienced Speaker on DNA Testing Topics?
I have five different presentations on popular genetic genealogy topics. These are perfect for libraries and genealogy societies. See topics and pricing here.
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Jan 15, 2025
DNA Tests Lead Woman to 18 Secret Siblings
This well-told story reveals a black market baby-selling practice that focused on Jewish babies. Both 23andMe and Ancestry revealed more siblings.
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Jan 13, 2025
Understanding the Big-Y 700 DNA Test
What does the Big-Y 700 test from Family Tree DNA give you that standard STR Y-DNA testing does not? Roberta Estes has a great blog post that explains it all.
Jan 10, 2025
Researching Your Ancestry for Adoptees
Even AARP is helping educate adoptees about finding birth families through DNA and other methods. The online event is free.
Jan 08, 2025
DNA Match Reunites Woman with Her Daughter and Granddaughters.
Another decades-old adoption mystery is solved through a genetic genealogy DNA test. See the video.
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Jan 06, 2025
MyHeritage Year in Review
DNA testing and genealogical records company MyHeritage was aggressively innovative in 2024. Here are the month-by-month highlights.
Jan 03, 2025
DNA Leads Woman to Father After a 16-Year Search
The result of a teenage pregnancy, Deedee finally found her biological father. After quickly meeting, her kids now have a wonderful grandfather.
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Jan 01, 2025
Registration is Open for 2025 Legacy Family Tree Webinars
This year's webinar series will feature 132 speakers (including me). The webinars begin on January 8, 2025. Register for free at this page.
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Dec 30, 2024
New Features at DNA Painter
A top source for genetic genealogy tools, DNA Painter released several new features in 2024. See this summary.
Dec 20, 2024
Getting DNA from Letters, Stamps, Etc.
Genetic Legacies (formerly Keepsake DNA) is now testing artifacts from deceased ancestors to upload to GEDMatch.
Dec 18, 2024
Learn About DNA Testing for Genealogy
Want to learn more about genetic genealogy? This page on my website provides links to the best DNA education resources.
Dec 16, 2024
Adoptee Finds Father Among Facebook Friends
Rejected again by her birth mother, this woman used a DNA test to find and reunite with her birth father.
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Dec 13, 2024
The Top DNA Testing Bloggers
Once you understand the fundamentals of DNA testing, these DNA bloggers can provide useful tips and help you keep up with new developments.
Dec 11, 2024
Can a DNA Test Qualify You for Irish Citizenship?
Yes, it has happened. In this case, an adopted man discovered through DNA testing that his biological father was Irish.
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Dec 06, 2024
German Woman Finds Father thru DNA Test
Patience paid off for Angelina when a half-cousin match finally appeared on her DNA match list, leading her to meet her father.
Dec 04, 2024
DNA Resources for Adoptees
Learn how to find birth parents and siblings through DNA testing and see more than 75 links to adoptee resources.
Dec 02, 2024
Save Big on Genealogy Research
New clients at Legacy Tree Genealogists can save $200 USD (£160 AU$305 $275 CAD €185) on any full-service genealogy research project.
Nov 26, 2024
$29 DNA Kit on Black Friday Sale
Until 11/29/24, you can get a MyHeritage DNA test for just $29. That's the lowest price I've ever seen for a major DNA test.
Nov 25, 2024
MyHeritage Introduces LiveMemory (TM)
LiveMemory lets you turn any still photo into a short video clip by animating the scene using AI. Learn more and see examples.
Nov 22, 2024
Was Christopher Columbus Italian or Jewish?
DNA testing has cast doubt on the origins of Christopher Columbus.
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Nov 20, 2024
DNA Test Discovers a "Switched at Birth" Case
Two families have been left devastated after an Ancestry DNA test revealed their daughters had been swapped at birth.
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Nov 15, 2024
Uploading Your DNA Data to Other Websites
Here are the step-by-step instructions for downloading your DNA data from one autosomal DNA website and uploading it to another.
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Nov 13, 2024
Another Heartwarming DNA Reunion Story
A genetic genealogist used DNA testing to solve a client's family mystery that stretched across continents and decades.
Nov 11, 2024
No-Cost Genetic Screening for Adoptees and Others
St. Luke's University has a DNA Answers program that uses medical-grade analysis of participants’ DNA through technology designed specifically for healthcare purposes.
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This site is designed for educational purposes only. The author is not engaged in rendering medical or legal advice.
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