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Hundreds of thousands of genealogists have turned to Y-DNA testing to aid in their genealogical efforts. However, after completing the test, many are faced with more questions than answers.  Click here to view a 56 minute free recording of...

Member Tests in Progress at FTDNA as of 06/30/2016

Due Date, Batch #, Kit #, Type of Test

07/13/2016, 654, 39556, Family Finder & Y-DNA 111

08/03/2016, 683, 176858, Z156

08/10/2016, 683, 267120, Family Finder & Y-DNA 67

08/17/2016, 682, 347740, Y-DNA...

A retired accountant from Buckinghamshire is to be made a baronet in a landmark ruling set to shake the foundations of the British system of hereditary titles by opening them up to challenge through DNA tests for the first time. Click here to read...

The Queen has commanded Britain’s most senior judges to decide if DNA evidence can be used for the first time to settle a dispute over a hereditary title, in a move that could have far-reaching consequences for the aristocracy.  Click here to read...

As promised, Family Tree DNA is offering discounts on upgrade pricing during their Father's Day Sale. Starting at midnight tonight, June 15th, and ending on Monday,June 20th at 11:59 pm CDT, sale pricing for the discounted upgrades will be as...