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The Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) fascinate researchers and the general public alike. They remain central to debates about the nature of the genus Homo (the broad biological classification that humans and their relatives fall into). Neanderthals are also vital for understanding the uniqueness or otherwise of our species, Homo sapiens.
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The act of burying the deceased is often considered a distinctly human tradition, signifying our respect for those who have passed and serving as a symbol