Hypochondriacs beware: New website is rabbit hole of linked conditions

Got asthma? Then you might also go on to get Parkinson's. Celiac? You'll want to watch out for lung cancer. That's the kind of information you can get on a new website that uncovers the links between common conditions based on genetic analysis.

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Scientists uncover shocking new properties of everyday ice

A cool new study with chilly implications from a team led by the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has shown for the first time that ice can generate electricity in two surprising ways.

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New nonstick coating acts like Teflon – but without the forever chemicals

Using a new technique called nanoscale fletching, scientist have created a high-performing nonstick coating that repels water and oil – without the PFAS profile. It's a big step toward the elusive "holy grail" of a safer, greener Teflon.

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One weekend trick to cut your risk of heart disease by 33%

Adding to the growing body of evidence supporting the health benefits of cramming all your weekly exercise into two days, a large new study has found that it can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality in adults with diabetes.

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New kidney injury warnings added to all GLP-1 drugs by FDA

The US Food and Drug Administration has instructed all GLP-1 drug-makers to update warning labels to include the risk of serious kidney injury that can result from dehydration. This comes after cases of acute kidney injury have required hemodialysis.

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Tiny cabin brings minimalist function to the Romanian countryside

Tucked into the landscape of Valea lui Enache, Romania, the CL02 Cabin is a modern tiny retreat boasting sustainable design. Built on the remnants of an earlier failed project, this home emerges as a thoughtful reimagining of a traditional annex.

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Can confirm: Micro-4×4 should make US overlanders deep green with envy

You don’t know what you have until it’s gone. But what if you never even had it? That’s exactly the case with the Suzuki Jimny, a car with a rich history spanning over five decades that sadly never made its way Stateside. Here's why it deserves a shout.

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Virtual therapy dog: An effective way of bringing stress to heel

Watching a video of a therapy dog for just five minutes can meaningfully lower stress levels, a new study shows, offering a simple, stigma-free option for those reluctant to seek traditional mental health support.

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The Peralta S: A futuristic, UFO-looking Maserati

The son of Giorgetto Giugiaro – creator of the 1972 Maserati Boomerang – answers with the Peralta S: a shiny, wedge-shaped one-off sculpted from polished aluminum. It’s a modern tribute to a design legacy, and it’s making its US debut at Car Week.

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Tri-laser projector throws big, bright, cinematic visuals from inches away

If you're looking for a big-screen TV alternative that doesn't dominate the room when not in use, ultra-short-throw projectors are a good shout. The PT1 from Hisense brings Dolby Vision and IMAX to 4K viewing at up to 150 inches.

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