Every known Endogenous Retrovirus (ERV) in the same place in the genome of a chimp and a gorilla is also found in the same place in the human genome. The TOE predicts that this pattern will always be true. So far, so good!
Similarly, every ERV in the same location in the genome of gibbons and orangutans (Asian apes) will also be in every species of African ape, including ourselves.
So there is a meaningful sense, at the level of genetics, in which people are African apes.
It is just as easily explained by common design as common descent.
Considering the incredible complexity of the genetic codes, I'd say it is better explained by common design. But then I believe in a designer. You believe in...?
I never knew this. (extra homework for me now!)
Thanks for the info (I've bookmarked your post).