In an extraordinary breakthrough that unravels a centuries-old mystery, scientists have confirmed the final resting place of Christopher Columbus, one of history’s most famous explorers. After nearly two decades of meticulous DNA testing,

DNA tests confirm that Christopher Columbus’ remains in Seville are authentic, but the debate with the Dominican Republic continues.

DNA from bones said to belong to the explorer were analyzed by forensic scientists to confirm his identity and where he came from.

A new study of bones that were transferred to the Spanish city of Seville from Havana in 1899 confirms with ‘absolute reliability’ that they belong to the explorer

Spanish scientists said they will reveal details of the nationality of 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus on Saturday, after using DNA analysis to tackle a centuries-old mystery.

Scientists have ‘definitively’ proved identity of remains – with navigator’s precise origins to be revealed

Scientists have confirmed that the remains of the legendary explorer Christopher Columbus have been found after 500 years.