Researchers have taken a massive step toward solving a decades-long paleontological mystery—did Paranthropus boisei, an extinct human cousin, make tools? The discovery of the first hand and foot bones ...

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Researchers say the remains of ‘Paranthropus boisei’ reveal that this ancient relative was capable of powerfully manipulating objects and food, climbing trees, and perhaps making tools ...