DNA tech solves 1981 triple murder cold case
Groundbreaking forensic science cracks one of Britain's most perplexing cold cases, bringing closure to families after four decades of uncertainty.
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Heir Hunters Find Woman £15,000 Lost Inheritance
A remarkable story of how professional probate researchers uncovered an unexpected inheritance for a woman who had no idea she was named in a distant relative's will, revealing how millions in unclaimed assets await rightful heirs across the UK.
46-year Florida kidnapping cold case solved
After nearly five decades of silence, Florida authorities have finally identified the perpetrator in Susan Perkins' shocking 1978 kidnapping case, bringing long-awaited closure to her grieving family.
Freeway Phantom: 50-Year Serial Killer Mystery Solved
After half a century, forensic genealogy identifies the Freeway Phantom who terrorised Washington DC, murdering six African-American girls in the early 1970s. Exclusive details emerge about the cold case that haunted a generation.
Grenada launches digital archive of enslaved Africans
A revolutionary searchable database brings to light the harrowing stories and legal records of over 80,000 enslaved individuals in 18th-century Grenada, transforming historical understanding.
London bachelor's death sparks transatlantic inheritance war
The mysterious death of a wealthy London financier has ignited an international inheritance dispute, revealing two secret families on different continents and a bitter row over his £500,000 estate.
DNA solves 40-year Oregon Jane Doe cold case
Advanced forensic genealogy solves four-decade-old mystery of woman found murdered in Oregon woods, revealing identity through DNA matching with living relatives.
40-Year-Old Arizona Desert Cold Case Solved by DNA
After four decades of silence, new forensic techniques have identified a body discovered in the remote Mohave Desert as Elizabeth Jasmin Ramos, rekindling a mother's hope for justice in a haunting cold case.
Jon Bon Jovi & Millie Bobby Brown's Surprising Family Link
A surprising family connection emerges as Jon Bon Jovi's grandfather's hidden history is uncovered through Millie Bobby Brown's genealogical research, revealing a tale of immigration and reinvention.
Inheritance Tax: The 'Ageist Lottery' Hitting Families
A new report reveals the UK's inheritance tax system is a postcode lottery that unfairly penalises younger heirs, creating a stark generational divide in death duties.
Clearing a Loved One's House: An Overwhelming Guide
A practical and emotional guide to navigating the daunting process of clearing a deceased relative's home in the UK, from probate to property sale.
Stripper Sues Elderly Lover's Estate for £1.5M
Melanie Sterling, a former Las Vegas stripper, is suing the estate of her 86-year-old lover, claiming he promised her £1.5 million. The family alleges undue influence in a dramatic courtroom clash over his fortune.
Family fights carer after farmer dies day after wedding
The family of a wealthy 75-year-old farmer has launched a legal battle to freeze his estate after he died just one day after secretly marrying his 51-year-old carer. They have branded her a 'gold-digger' in a bitter inheritance dispute.
UK Firms Harass Bereaved Families for Payments, Report Finds
A damning report reveals UK companies are failing bereaved customers, with families harassed for payments and forced through complex 'death admin' while grieving.
Terminally ill woman loses inheritance court battle
A terminally ill mother from Surrey was disinherited by her own mother, who left the entire £325,000 estate to her other daughter, sparking a bitter legal battle over promises and family duty.
DNA Breakthrough in Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Case
Exclusive: A major forensic breakthrough using advanced DNA technology has provided a crucial link in the infamous Gilgo Beach serial killings investigation, potentially unmasking a suspect in the Long Island murder mystery that has haunted the US for ove
Rob Rinder's Heartbreaking Holocaust Discovery on WDYTYA
TV star Rob Rinder uncovers a devastating family secret from the Holocaust in a deeply moving episode of Who Do You Think You Are?, revealing a tragic story of loss and survival.
Benidorm star Bobby Knutt excludes children from will
Former Benidorm and Emmerdale actor Bobby Knutt left his entire £500,000 estate to his wife, completely excluding his three children in a final act that has stunned his family and fans.
Hurricane Katrina's Last Mystery Solved: 'Bridges' Identified
In a landmark breakthrough for forensic genealogy, authorities have finally put a name to one of Hurricane Katrina's last unidentified victims, closing a painful chapter 20 years after the disaster.
Life sentence for 1976 cold case murder in Maryland
Eugene Gligor has been sentenced to life in prison for the 1976 murder of 19-year-old Nadine O'Dea, a cold case solved through advanced DNA technology and genetic genealogy.
Dad's DNA test on genealogy site solves daughter's 2003 murder
A father's DNA submitted to a genealogy website leads to a breakthrough in the 2003 murder of his daughter, Shauna Christy, resulting in an arrest after 21 years.
Author Discovers He's Related to the Real Oliver Twist
A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.
Pacific Islanders Discover Scottish Roots in Edinburgh DNA Trip
Residents from the South Pacific island of Vanuatu embark on an emotional pilgrimage to Edinburgh after DNA tests reveal profound Scottish ancestry, rewriting their understanding of family and identity.
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Common will mistake could invalidate your wishes
A legal expert reveals a frequent error people make when writing their wills that could leave their loved ones in financial turmoil. Learn how to avoid this costly mistake.
DNA solves 1986 Virginia cold case of unidentified boy
After nearly four decades, forensic genealogy has finally identified a young boy whose remains were discovered in Virginia in 1986, shedding light on one of America's most haunting cold cases.
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Heirs sought for £1bn in unclaimed UK estates
The UK government is searching for rightful heirs to over £1 billion in unclaimed estates, including properties, savings, and valuables left behind by individuals who died without wills or known next of kin.
DNA solves 1982 Wyoming 'Jane Doe' murder case
Advanced DNA technology has finally identified a woman found murdered near Wyoming's I-90 in 1982, cracking a four-decade-old cold case that baffled investigators.
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