Thank you. Yes, I remember reading that article with great interest since I personally do not swallow the theory humans as we know them today came out of Africa. I don't know where we started other than La La Land/Disney World, but neither does anybody else. At least that article was a good start in debunking the Africa theorists.
The first thing I thought of when I read about an Asian origination of homo sapiens -- and this doesn't reflect my opinion at all because I HAVE no opinion! -- is that people who have been to any place in Asia generally tell the same tale of how racist Asians are to anyone who is not Asian. And also how they believe they are the superior race, but a fascinating find and theory nontheless.
It would make sense, in that vein, that they would want to prove that all of humankind originated in the Orient. Also, there have been lots of extinct human species (Peking man) that did not evolve or crossbreed with homo sapiens.
Interesting stuff, and we may never have the answer. It's like putting together a 5 million piece jigsaw puzzle. You have to admit, a LOT of pizza and beer would be required for that project! :-)
Disclaimer: I have no prejudice against Asians as I have known a few very fine Asian folk for whom I've had the highest regard. (How do you spell Michelle Malkin?) I only related something above I was told which came to mind as I read LibWhacker's link. (end of PC disclaimer)