For generations, the Murdaugh family’s wealth and power in South Carolina were built on the backs of enslaved individuals, a legacy that has shaped their…
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Tracing distant relatives, like third cousins, can be confusing. The relationship might seem far off, but it’s not always clear how to map these connections,…
We’re happy to introduce Cousin Finder, a useful new genealogy feature unique to MyHeritage that uses the power of family tree matches to find members…
Genealogy isn’t just about history—it’s about your story, your roots, and the connections waiting to be found. With the Amazing DNA Sale, there has never…
We’re thrilled to announce the newest addition to Geni’s family tree views – the fan chart! The fan chart view illustrates the family tree in…
Because cemeteries are one of the most important resources for genealogists, Geneanet has launched the project “Save our Graves” to capture graves before they are…
Have you ever heard of Geneastar? Geneastar is a Geneanet website that focuses on the genealogy of famous people. Some new famous family trees have…
There’s just a few more days until we head to the largest genealogy event in the world! RootsTech 2025 will take place on March 6-8,…
For years, bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning journalist Yvette Manessis Corporon has been uncovering remarkable family stories — both her own and those of others…
For International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate the achievements of a Franco-Belgian painter who lost her eyesight at age 33 — then became an…
Already taken a DNA test with another service? Now’s your chance to get even more from your results — for free! For a limited time,…
In February 2025, we published 235 million historical records in 12 new and updated collections. These records come from the United States, Canada, the U.K.,…
In this episode of the Family Tree Magazine podcast, Sunny Morton takes a look at three popular genealogy websites (Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org and MyHeritage) and compares…
When she died in 1958, Alma Clark Chatham was laid to rest in Bellville, Texas, next to her husband, Walter. Her simple grave marker provides…
One of the challenges of building and maintaining the World Family Tree is balancing personal preferences within a shared, collaborative environment. A perfect example of…
DNA testing is revolutionizing how we explore our heritage, but not all features are equally useful for specific research purposes. As a DNA Subject Matter…
As RootsTech 2025 approaches, MyHeritage is gearing up to provide an unforgettable experience for all attendees. We’re excited to return to Salt Lake City, Utah,…
With Geneanet’s interactive mapping feature, you can view all of your ancestors at a glance on a world map, and even visit the street where…
Economic hardship, political turmoil, and the promise of a better life propelled thousands of Spaniards across the Atlantic in the early 1900s. Their journey, marked…