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Antibiotic resistance makes once-lifesaving drugs useless. Could we reverse it? Evolutionary biologist Tiffany Taylor explores the work being done to resensitize antibiotic-resistant bacteria to drugs as a strategy to defend ourselves against the growing antibiotic resistance crisis.
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Why does heat cause headaches? The trigger behind summertime headaches may not be heat itself, but all of the things that come along with it, an expert said.
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Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 running headphones review We’ve tried a lot of running headphones and the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 is our favorite.

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Best treadmills for home use 2024

By Harry Bullmore last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best treadmills you can buy in every category, from NordicTrack x22i and Mobvoi Home Treadmill to Peloton Tread.

BUYING GUIDE
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Best Garmin watches 2024: Our top picks for fitness fanatics and outdoor enthusiasts

By Andrew Williams last updated

These are the best Garmin watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 7 and Forerunner 265 to Venu 2 Plus.

Exercise
Medical illustration showing a molecule of DNA that is forming an i-motif against a black background. The i-motif is in the middle of the image and a y-shaped antibody is next to it. The DNA molecule and the antibody are multi-colored.

50,000 'knots' scattered throughout our DNA control gene activity

By Emily Cooke published

The mapping of 50,000 mysterious "knots" in the human genome may someday lead to the development of new cancer drugs, researchers say.

Genetics
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Best rowing machines 2024: Top 6 picks from Concept2, Ergatta and more

By Harry Bullmore, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best rowing machines you can buy in every category, from Concept2 RowErg and Ergatta Rower to Hydrow Wave.

Buying Guide
Aviron Strong Series Rower being tested in our full review

Aviron Strong Series Rower review

By Anna Gora published

The Aviron Strong Series Rower makes rowing fun, but can this beast of a machine keep us coming back for more?

Exercise
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Best Fitbit 2024: Track steps, stress, sleep and more

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best Fitbit watches you can buy in every category, from Charge 5 and Inspire 3 to Sense 2.

BUYING GUIDE
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Best budget fitness tracker 2024: Hit your fitness goals without breaking the bank

By Maddy Biddulph last updated

These are the best budget fitness trackers you can buy in every category, from Fitbit Inspire 3 and Garmin Vivosmart 5 to Amazfit Bip 3 Pro.

Exercise
At an outdoor party, a woman whispers in the ear of her friend

Are people more honest when they're drunk?

By Marilyn Perkins published

Drinking can change the brain in a way that makes people more likely to speak their mind, but the effects aren't always straightforward.

Alcohol
A woman sits on a lounger on a sunny day and holds her head in pain

Why does heat cause headaches?

By Marilyn Perkins published

The trigger behind summertime headaches may not be heat itself, but all of the things that come along with it, an expert said.

Health
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Deadly 'triple E' kills New Hampshire man — what is eastern equine encephalitis?

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Recent cases of a viral illness nicknamed "triple E" have occurred in New England. Here's what you should know about the disease.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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