New research reveals that early humans changed Europe’s landscapes long before farming began, using fire and hunting to alter ecosystems.

Recent analysis of ancient antelope teeth has provided unexpected insights into the lives of early humans, challenging ...

Genetic tweaks allowed early humans to stand, balance and walk on two legs instead of moving on all fours like other primates, according to researchers.

A 4.4-million-year-old Ardipithecus fossil named "Ardi" shows early humans walked upright, keeping ape-like climbing ...

Two small genetic changes reshaped the human pelvis, setting our early ancestors on the path to upright walking, scientists say.

A new documentary puts viewers in the shoes of Neanderthals and early humans, giving an intimate glimpse into humans’ ...

Imagine walking miles and miles across dangerous terrain frequented by sabertoothed cats just to find the right rock. Around 2.6 million years ago, a group of early hominins in East Africa started to ...

New research suggests the origins of modern humans may have begun by the sea in southern Africa 70,000 years ago.

New research reveals humans lived in prehistoric Iberia’s highlands during the Ice Age, overturning long-held assumptions.

This video explores the discovery of fire and how it transformed early human society, from cooking to protection against ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? If H. habilis really had begun the shift towards eating meat, they argue, the only ...