Now researchers from The Rockefeller University have unearthed intriguing genetic evidence: a protein variant found only in humans that may have helped shape the emergence of spoken language.

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Ukraine's president has discussed the idea of possibly swapping territories with Russia in future peace negotiations with President Donald Trump.