Fruit: A secret weapon against age-related depression

If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then a new study says upsizing to a fruit salad is even better – by drastically lowering the risk of age-related depressive symptoms. It's the latest in a growing body of evidence linking fruit and mental health.

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Dogs feel your stress and become more pessimistic themselves

In the world of dogs and cats, it wouldn't be a stretch to say that canines seem more optimistic and felines less so. But a dog's optimism can apparently be dampened by their human's emotional state, according to new research.

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Two-person tiny house ditches stairs for a more comfortable layout

Not everyone is cut out for climbing up a ladder to get into bed. With this in mind, Evergreen Homes Australia's Casuarina tiny house is arranged all on one level and provides a comfortable home for one or two people, plus guests.

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Loopy cache multitool stashes bits to double up utility

Carabiner-type multitools with integrated bit drivers may be a dime a dozen, but the new EH4 distinguishes itself in one important way. It provides storage space for three double-ended bits, offering users a total of six onboard bit options.

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Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for better mental health

Playing the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons with others has a positive impact on mental health, according to a new study. The researchers say the game should be used as a therapeutic tool as part of a holistic approach to mental health.

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Multitool crams two blades and 11 other tools into slim titanium body

Why stuff 13 tools into your pocket if you can just carry one tool with 13 functions? That's the thinking behind the Orioners Z1 titanium multitool, which is currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign.

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Daredevil attempts 2-mile-plus slackline from Italy to Sicily

Jaan Roose has attempted to set a world record for the longest slackline walk in history by crossing the Messina Strait from Italy to Sicily. Spanning 2.26 miles, it's hard to imagine how this feat could possibly be accomplished, or ever surpassed.

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Inflatable house delivers quick comfort to your camping adventures

Inspired by the technology behind super-strong kite-surfing wings, French company Exod has developed the Air Station POD-01, a portable, inflatable housing solution. The capsule inflates in five minutes and has enough room for up to four people.

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Natural olive compound aids weight loss and regulates blood sugar

A compound that occurs in mature olives and olive oil can regulate glucose and ramp up weight loss in rapid time, mimicking the effects of existing medication. This opens the door for developing safe, natural treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes.

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