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Evidence Points to 20,000 Years of Cultural Overlap Between Humans and Neanderthals

Evidence Points to 20,000 Years of Cultural Overlap Between Humans and Neanderthals

Archaeologists excavating a cave in southern Türkiye found signs that modern humans and Neanderthals shared technologies, survival strategies, and symbolic objects. The findings suggest prolonged cultural exchange or overlap lasting around 20,000 years.

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Modern Humans May Have Shared Culture With Neanderthals for 20,000 Years