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'Nose-in-a-dish' reveals why the common cold hits some people hard, while others recover easily
By RJ Mackenzie published
Using a laboratory model of the human nose, scientists have investigated why the severity of common-cold infections varies so widely between individuals.

Oneisall Pet Air Purifier (PP02) review: Great value pick for dog and cat lovers
By Anna Gora published
Reviews The Oneisall Pet Air Purifier is true to its word when it promises effective hair, odor and pet allergen removal — a rare quality in appliances under $90.

Lifespan may be 50% heritable, study suggests
By Victoria Atkinson published
A new study suggests that lifespan might be 50% heritable — although for now, it's hard to know if the finding applies across diverse populations.

Best Garmin smartwatches for runners 2026, tried and tested
By Andrew Williams published
Buying guides These are the best Garmin running watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 to Forerunner 55.

Garmin Enduro 3 review: The longest-lasting sports watch series gets a price cut
By Andrew Williams published
Reviews If you’re after a high-end sports watch, minus the upkeep and attention-grabbing smartwatch tech, this one is for you.

New triple-drug treatment stops pancreatic cancer in its tracks, a mouse study finds
By Zunnash Khan published
By targeting three key growth pathways at once, researchers eliminated pancreatic tumors in multiple mouse models and prevented the cancer from returning, a promising step toward overcoming treatment resistance.

South Carolina's measles outbreak nears 790 cases — making it the biggest in decades
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Nearly 790 people, primarily children, have been infected in South Carolina's ongoing measles outbreak, officials report.

Can AI detect cognitive decline better than a doctor? New study reveals surprising accuracy
By Anirban Mukhopadhyay published
Designed to assist rather than replace doctors, a new autonomous tool scans clinical notes to highlight patients who may need urgent follow-up for cognitive decline and potential dementia.
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