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Why do people love spicy food – even when it hurts to eat it?

Tearing up, sweating and other bodily functions are all signs that the body is trying to expel spicy foods as quickly as possible. But there is a simple reason why some people enjoy those sensations

The Guardian - UK

James Watson Dies at 97: The DNA Pioneer Remembered as Both a Scientific Genius and a Controversial Figure

James Watson, co-discoverer of DNA's double helix, has died aged 97, reigniting global debate over his controversial legacy and racist remarks.

International Business Times UK

James Watson helped crack DNA's code, sparking medical advances and ethical debates

James Watson, the scientist who co-discovered the structure of DNA, died on Nov. 6, 2025, at the age of 97

The Independent UK

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How a woman’s journey with lupus reflects science’s way of tackling the disease

Lupus is one of a rogues’ gallery of autoimmune diseases that affect as many as 50 million Americans

The Independent UK

PDRN: the regenerative skincare treatment changing the beauty game

From South Korea’s clinics to London’s glow-obsessed crowd, the salmon sperm facial has rewritten the rules of regenerative skincare

Evening Standard

Scientists create new gel which can fix ‘unrepairable’ damage to your teeth in world first

The treatment could help restore damaged enamel linked to infections and tooth loss

The Independent UK

'Do we need to exclude people even more?' –Cycling UK's 100 Women in Cycling criticised for not accepting nominations for trans women

Cycling charity say that only biological women can be on list

Cycling Weekly

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On the eve of my children’s exams, my friend sent me the most practical advice for modern parents

I no longer micromanage their homework, their devices, their study or their sleep. My new policy has achieved two things

The Guardian - AU

The Biggest Unanswered Questions in Science (That Still Baffle Researchers)

Science still faces mysteries like dark matter, consciousness, and the origin of life—questions that challenge researchers and push the limits of understanding.

International Business Times

How scientists are shining light on the biology behind seasonal affective disorder

Researchers tracking large cohorts are discovering the effects of sleep, light and therapy on people impacted by winter’s arrival

The Guardian - UK

Thousands of deaths could be prevented with prostate cancer screening, trial finds

The study involved data from 162,000 men from eight European countries over a 23-year period

The Independent UK

Study shows prostate cancer screening can ‘reduce deaths’ as UK scheme assessed

Experts called for a ‘targeted’ screening approach to prevent overdiagnosis.

Evening Standard

Global study warns of surging obesity-related cancers among older adults

Scientists say accumulation of fat can induce inflammation, alter hormone levels, disrupt cell metabolism, and foster a pro-carcinogenic environment

The Independent UK

Baby diagnosed ‘completely out of the blue’ with rare cancer in genetic screening

The study will help inform the Government’s long-term ambition to offer genomic sequencing to all newborns

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Cancer experts warn these men should have prostate screenings every year

BRCA gene mutations are linked to a higher chance of developing prostate cancer at a younger age and in a more aggressive form

Evening Standard

Men with BRCA gene mutations ‘should be given annual prostate cancer checks’

The UK National Screening Committee is reviewing the evidence for an NHS prostate cancer screening programme.

Evening Standard

How to supercharge your immunity this winter

From spending time with loved ones, to the lesser known superfoods to stock up on, London’s most in-demand nutritionists explain how to avoid getting sick this season

Marie Claire

Meet Your Skin's Secret Inhabitants: The Truth About The Skin Mites Living On Your Face

Don’t freak out, here’s why they’re there

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Equalities watchdog urges Government to speed up on single-sex spaces guidance

Once ministerial approval is granted, the Government must lay the draft code before Parliament for 40 days before it can be brought into force.

The Independent UK

These men are at high risk for prostate cancer – so why aren’t they being screened?

With the backing of Rishi Sunak, Prostate Cancer UK published a report to the national screening committee back in 2022 in support of a targeted program for men at ‘high risk’. So, who are they – and will the government listen? Rebecca Thomas reports

The Independent UK

Dogs could slow down biological ageing in women, study finds

Spending one hour a week with dogs can also show benefits to improving psychological stress

The Independent UK

Scientists discover new way to produce lab-grown blood cells in medical breakthrough

The revolutionary method of making blood cells could lead to new regenerative therapies

The Guardian - UK

The plastic inside us: how microplastics may be reshaping our bodies and minds

The particles are in our blood, brains and guts – and scientists are only beginning to learn what they do

Tom’s Guide

The 5 sleep types and how they impact our mental health, according to scientists

How we sleep (or don't sleep) impacts our brain in different ways, a new study finds. We asked an expert what these 'sleep profiles' mean for your health.

The Independent UK

Cold and flu symptoms? These are the nutrients you need – and it’s not vitamin C

Maintaining a healthy immune system by eating foods rich in vitamin C could help you prevent getting ill in the first place, experts say

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