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Your fingers 'prune' the exact same way each time, study suggests
By Jess Thomson published
The wrinkled, raisin-like patterns you get on your fingers after a long bath form the same patterns every time, new research suggests.

Best air purifiers for allergies 2025: Breathe easy this spring
By Molly Cleary, Anna Gora last updated
BUYING GUIDE These are the best air purifiers for allergies you can buy in every category, from Levoit Core 600S and Molekule Air Pro to RabbitAir A3.

How to choose a rowing machine, according to the experts
By Anna Gora published
Buying guides Everything you need to know about choosing a rowing machine, from picking the right design and type of resistance to deciding whether to invest in fitness app subscriptions.

A woman heard a 'pop' during Pilates class. Her spine had sprung a leak.
By Mindy Weisberger published
A woman developed awful headaches after a Pilates class, and their underlying cause was very unusual.

Best smart scales 2025: Track body composition in the comfort of your home
By Maddy Biddulph, Anna Gora last updated
BUYING GUIDE These are the best smart scales to buy in every category, from Withings Body to Renpho smart scale.

Listeria outbreak that hospitalized 10 linked to California company's ready-to-eat products
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A likely source of contamination has been identified in an ongoing Listeria outbreak affecting California and Nevada.

Best running headphones 2025: Unleash the power of music
By Harry Bullmore last updated
BUYING GUIDE Unleash the music — these top wireless and compact options will help you step up your workouts.

People on Ozempic start disliking meat and fried foods. We're starting to learn why.
By Lori Youmshajekian published
Some users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have been reporting strange changes in food preferences, such as a new dislike for meats or fried foods, and scientists are beginning to figure out why

Whooping cough is surging. Here's what you can do to protect yourself.
By Annette Regan published
Rates of the bacterial infection have gone up by 500% since last year, with babies and young children most at risk.

Peloton exercise bikes are the best we've ever tested and there is up to $700 discounts in these brilliant Peloton Bike deals
By Paul Brett published
Deals We love the Peloton Bike range, it's nothing short of excellent. So if you're feeling inspired by the Giro d'Italia, Peloton's genuinely game-changing app can motivate you to channel your inner Tadej Pogačar in a safe and controlled way.
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