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'I took DNA test for fun but discovered hidden truth that tore our family apart'
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A woman took a DNA test to learn more about her family history - but was left stunned when she discovered a hidden family secret, leading to heartbreak and estrangement
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DNA test uncovers 40-year secret after woman spots ancestry mismatch
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Paula and Gabriela were born just 13 minutes apart in a Buenos Aires hospital in 1986 and allegedly switched at birth
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'I destroyed my marriage in 48 hours with DNA test on my middle child'
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A man accidentally destroyed his marriage after demanding a paternity test for his middle child who 'doesn't resemble' him - despite the test confirming he was the father
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'I took DNA test about my dad, mum's reaction left me with more questions'
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A woman was left shocked after a routine DNA test uncovered a family secret about her father's identity, but her mother's response to the results has left her more confused than ever
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Tragedy deepens as beloved priest who vowed to honour little Daniel Aruebose dies suddenly
Daniel Aruebose
Reverend Fr Pat Reilly, the much-loved parish priest of Donabate and Portrane, died suddenly at Beaumont Hospital on Friday, November 21, according to a death notice published on RIP.ie.
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Infant remains found at Tuam excavation
Tuam babies scandal
The excavation of the site of St Mary’s mother and baby home in Tuam, Co Galway, is attempting to identify the remains of infants who died at the home between 1925 and 1961.
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Fascinating insights after Irish Mirror reporters take DNA test to trace roots
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Online genealogy platforms have exploded in popularity over the last couple of years – and this surge shows no sign of slowing down
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Relatives reach out to Daniel Aruebose's mum after 'huge mistake' over child's secret burial
Daniel Aruebose
Exclusive - Relatives of Daniel Aruebose's mother have reached out to support her after the discovery that the three-year-old's death was kept secret and his remains were secretly buried.
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Trial hears gardai found glove with blood of farmer Tom Niland and DNA of man accused of unlawful killing
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John Irving, who denies breaking into then 73-year-old Mr Niland's home in January 2022 with two other men and assaulting him
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'Sister-in-law DNA tested daughter behind my back – the results just came back'
Parenting
A man has shared how he got the last laugh on his sister-in-law who secretly bought his daughter a DNA test because she 'doesn't trust him' and wants her niece to 'finally learn the truth'
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'I took a DNA test - my wife was so jealous of my results she divorced me'
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A woman has shared how she accidentally 'ruined' a man's life after connecting with him on a DNA website - but social media users believe she actually saved him from a life of misery
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Forensic geneticist to be hired in bid to identify excavated remains of 796 babies in Tuam
Tuam babies scandal
The expert's services are expected to cost €500,000 with excavation works set to commence at the former mother and baby home in February
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DSPCA launches 'Know Your Pet' DNA testing kit for dogs
DSPCA
The simple test will identify the mix of breeds present in your dog's DNA, allowing you to better understand and tailor your care according to their needs and behaviours
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'I took DNA test for fun - and found I have sick connection to my girlfriend'
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A man has shared his deepest, darkest secret with strangers on the internet to help get things 'off his chest' - but he vows to never tell anyone in his family about his DNA truth
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Single man, 70, overjoyed after DNA test reveals he has long-lost daughter
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A single man has discovered he has a long-lost daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren 50 years after a high school romance - and is now enjoying his new life by their side
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DNA database grew by 15% last year, providing assistance in 705 investigations
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There are now 67,301 records on the database, which was used in probes relating to 26 sexual assaults, 220 burglaries and 30 assaults during 2022
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Al Pacino 'demanded' DNA test after discovering girlfriend Noor Alfallah was pregnant
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Al Pacino is said to have been shocked at the pregnancy of girlfriend Noor Alfallah and requested proof he was to be the baby's dad
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Mum's 'fun' DNA test finds she's been raising stranger's son for 12 years
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When Donna Johnson and her family took DNA tests 'for fun' they had no idea that their lives were about to be changed forever by the earth shattering revelation in the results
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Katie Price and Dwight Yorke's tragic history - DNA test, public pleas and 'disowning' Harvey
Katie Price
Harvey Price has always had the immense support of his mum Katie, while his relationship with father Dwight Yorke is said to have been very different
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Wild story of 'brothers' Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson - murderer 'dad' to JFK
Matthew McConaughey
Following the bombshell revelation Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson may share the same father, a convicted hitman, we take a look at the crimes of Charles Voyde Harrelson and his alleged involvement in the assassination of John F. Kennedy
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Soap icon Claire Sweeney joins Coronation Street as Tyrone betrayed in DNA twist
Coronation Street
A soap icon will be joining Weatherfield this summer as Tyrone Dobbs comes to terms with a huge betrayal.
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'Fake' Madeleine McCann Julia Wendell promises to unveil new information in sweary Instagram post
Madeleine Mccann
"Finally I can say f**k off to everyone who can’t use (their) brain and can’t see reality with (their) own eyes"
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Oti and Motsi Mabuse's mum says family's royal link is 'nonsense' in new DNA Journey
Motsi Mabuse
The sisters explored their family ties in a recent episode of DNA Journey and discovered they're related to royalty in South Africa
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'I destroyed my family for only €90 after buying a DNA kit for a laugh'
Family
The test kit, bought as a joke, eventually led to him realising that his father is not who he says he is
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