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New CRISPR alternative can 'install' whole genes, paving the way to treatment for many genetic disorders A new gene editor takes advantage of CRISPR-associated proteins to insert whole genes into the genome, scientists report.
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'Truly miraculous': Common gut microbe shows promise as fatty liver disease treatment Researchers shed light on the "dark matter" of the gut, revealing a species of fungus that could potentially help counter fatty liver disease. The research is in its early days, though.
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A rare disease that causes insatiable hunger Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic disease that causes poor feeding in infancy but later triggers insatiable hunger.

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Cucumbers recalled after multistate Salmonella outbreak leaves dozens sick

By Pandora Dewan published

CDC and FDA officials are investigating the outbreak after 9 patients were hospitalized amid cucumber recall.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
Best water bottles, tried and tested by Live Science

Best water bottles 2025: Top-quality reusable bottles to keep you hydrated

By Ali Horsfall last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best reusable water bottles to buy in every category, from Hydro Flask and Welly Traveler to Camelbak.

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Best resistance bands 2025: Light, portable and beginner-friendly

By Sarah Finley last updated

Buying Guide The best resistance bands offer a challenging workout without breaking the bank.

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Our expert reviewer testing the map feature on the Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch

Best Garmin watches 2025: From basic fitness bands to powerful adventure smartwatches

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best Garmin watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 8 and Forerunner 965 to Venu 3.

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Best foam rollers, tried and tested by Live Science.

Best foam rollers 2025: Essential workout aids for warm-up, cool-down and recovery

By Harry Bullmore last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best foam rollers you can buy in every category, from Triggerpoint Grid and Therabody Wave to Lululemon Double Roller.

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The Vinsguir Ab Roller, one of the best ab rollers named by our in-house testing team

The best ab rollers 2025: Tried and tested

By Harry Bullmore last updated

Buying guide These are the best ab rollers you can buy in every category, from SKLZ Core Wheels and GoFit Super Ab Wheel to Vinsguir Ab Roller

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Our expert reviewer testing the workout features on the Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch

Best fitness trackers 2025: Measure steps, sleep, exercise performance and more

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best fitness trackers you can buy in every category, from Amazfit Balance and Garmin Fenix 8 to TicWatch Atlas.

Buying Guide
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A man held in a sneeze — and it punctured his windpipe

By Nicoletta Lanese published

A man tore his windpipe, in part, due to hay fever.

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35 optical illusions

By Patrick Pester last updated

Artists and scientists have been creating optical illusions for centuries. Here are 35 mind-bending examples that prove you can't always trust what your eyes are telling you.

Mind
Pseudomonas aeruginosa as seen underneath a microscope.

Hospital superbug can feed on medical plastic, first-of-its-kind study reveals

By Ben Turner published

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is associated with 559,000 yearly deaths worldwide, and many of them come from hospital-acquired infections. A new study suggests it may be thriving in sterile environments by feeding on medical plastics.

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