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Columbus was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, study finds

The 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, Spanish scientists said on Saturday, after using DNA analysis to tackle a centuries-old mystery. Many historians have questioned the traditional theory that Columbus came from Genoa, Italy. To solve the mystery researchers conducted a 22-year investigation, led by forensic expert Miguel Lorente, by testing tiny samples of remains buried in Seville Cathedral, long marked by authorities there as the last resting place of Columbus, though there had been rival claims.MADRID (Reuters) - The 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, Spanish scientists said on Saturday, after using DNA analysis to tackle a centuries-old mystery.They compared them with those of known relatives and descendants and their findings were announced in a documentary titled "Columbus DNA: The true origin" on Spain's national broadcaster TVE on Saturday.After analysing 25 possible places, Lorente said it was only possible to say Columbus was born in Western Europe.

Christopher Columbus was likely Spanish and Jewish, study suggests

A new study shines light on a hotly contested centuries-old mystery. The study began in 2003, when José Antonio Lorente, professor of forensic medicine at Granada University, and the historian Marcial Castro, exhumed what were believed to be the remains of Columbus from Seville Cathedral.Famed explorer Christopher Columbus was likely Spanish and Jewish, according to a new genetic study conducted by Spanish scientists that aimed to shed light on a centuries-old mystery.Columbus led an expedition backed by Spain's Catholic Monarchs seeking to establish a new route to Asia - but instead he reached the Caribbean.Columbus died in the Spanish city of Valladolid in 1506 but wished to be buried on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola.

FREE EVENT: Columbus Dream Center will provide food and hygiene supplies free of charge on June 15

(WRBL) – The Columbus Dream Center (CDC) is inviting those in need to stop by and grab free food, hygiene products, clothing and more on June 15. The CDC will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and provide free groceries, clothing, hair care and hygiene kits. The Columbus Dream Center also […] COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) – The Columbus Dream Center (CDC) is inviting those in need to stop by and grab free food, hygiene products, clothing and more on June 15. The CDC will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and provide free groceries, clothing, hair care and hygiene kits.The CDC will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and provide free groceries, clothing, hair care and hygiene kits. The Columbus Dream Center also invites the public to come to the center once a month where they give out supplies for free.Those seeking CDC’s services throughout the month can contact the Columbus Dream Center at 706-604-0332 for additional assistance.

Columbus Dream Center to give away essentials to low-income families on Aug. 17

(WRBL) — A nonprofit organization ... of the month, the Columbus Dream Center aims to minimize food poverty in the Chattahoochee Valley by giving away essentials to low-income families. The organization says it will be giving away free food, clothing, […]... COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A nonprofit organization is set to open next Saturday to help people in need. Every third Saturday of the month, the Columbus Dream Center aims to minimize food poverty in the Chattahoochee Valley by giving away essentials to low-income families.Every third Saturday of the month, the Columbus Dream Center aims to minimize food poverty in the Chattahoochee Valley by giving away essentials to low-income families. The organization says it will be giving away free food, clothing, hair care and hygiene kits on Aug.The center also thrives on volunteers. If you would like to be a member, visit www.columbusdreamcenter.com to sign up.

CPD: Search underway of missing juvenile last seen on Agnes Drive nearly a week ago

(WRBL) – The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find a girl last seen on May 4. CPD says 16-year-old Katelynn Hardy was last seen around 2:00 p.m. Police does not have aa clothing description for Hardy but provided the picture above. COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) – The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find a girl last seen on May 4. CPD says 16-year-old Katelynn Hardy was last seen around 2:00 p.m. Police does not have aa clothing description for Hardy but provided the picture above.

Why this local vintage clothing store is expanding in Columbus after less than a year

The store will take over the space previously occupied by the popup Dragonfly Toys & Gifts in the development. Silver Hanger owners Owen Cotthaus and Felix Rosario opened the store in hopes of bringing the vintage trend popular in major metropolitan areas like Atlanta to Columbus. Felix Rosario and Owen Cotthaus opened a new vintage clothing store, Silver Hanger, in Highside Marker on Oct.A Columbus vintage clothing store is expanding after opening in Highside Market last fall.“It’s a great way for us to collaborate more with others in the vintage and fashion industries and further engage with this special community in Columbus,” he said in a news release.Silver Hanger offers vintage clothing, streetwear, footwear accessories and home goods.

Columbus police still seeking information on 14 year old last seen over five months ago

(WRBL) — A juvenile has been missing for over five months and the Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding her. Police say Taylor Brown, 14, was last seen in the 3700 block of Caspian Drive on Feb. 6 at about 7 p.m. Her clothing description from that time […] COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A juvenile has been missing for over five months and the Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding her. Police say Taylor Brown, 14, was last seen in the 3700 block of Caspian Drive on Feb. 6 at about 7 p.m. Her clothing description from that time […](WRBL) — A juvenile has been missing for over five months and the Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding her. Police say Taylor Brown, 14, was last seen in the 3700 block of Caspian Drive on Feb. 6 at about 7 p.m. Her clothing description from that time period is unknown.

Columbus Police searching for missing 15-year-old last seen near Oakland Park

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) – The Columbus Police Department is searching for a missing 15-year-old boy who was last seen near Oakland Park. CPD does not have a clothing description nor did they report the day Tyron Giles went missing, but provided the image above.

Columbus Police: Search underway for missing 73-year-old woman

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding a missing 73-year-old woman. Police say Martha Nelson Jones, 73, is 5 foot, 3 inches and 175 pounds. Jones’ clothing description is unknown. She has black hair and brown eyes.