Spotlight Over the holidays, try talking to your relatives like an anthropologist From the 10 insights on today's news that will make you smarter tomorrow series Elizabeth Keating, Professor of Anthropology, The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts Dec 18, 2022 Dec 18, 2022 Updated Mar 18, 2026 0 × The way you react to environmental exposures may stem from your grandparents. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story! 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Just like grandma! New study reveals gene influence in 'grand offspring' The way you react to environmental exposures may stem from your grandparents. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!
Family travel 5: Give the gift of travel this holiday season Tie a ribbon around your travel plans. Here are five family-friendly ways to share the gift of travel with those you love.
