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​We all have that annoying skinny friend who seems to be able to eat anything and never put on weight, yet others struggle to keep the pounds off despite calorie counting. Now new research has uncovered evidence suggesting a new potential genetic cause behind some cases of obesity.

Sena has released dates and pricing for its new motorcycle Bluetooth range, including an upgraded 30K intercom and a series of smart helmets with built-in communications and video gear. Oh, and the show-stopping Intelligent Noise Control helmet, which has active wind noise cancellation.

Great news! According to the results of a new study, sexual activity is very unlikely to result in a sudden cardiac arrest, especially if you are a woman. On the flip side, if you are unlucky enough to experience a not-so-happy ending, your chances of survival are pretty poor.

Boston Dynamics has released a 24-second teaser trailer of its latest SpotMini robot that is sleeker and more agile than any of the company's previous creations. The streamlined quadruped is clad in a sleek yellow casing and sports some smooth moves that are uncannily lifelike.

​If you're a mountain biker, chances are you want to retain your core strength, coordination and sense of balance throughout the off-season. Well, that's why Lee McCormack created the RipRow. It's kind of like a pedal-less exercise bike crossed with a rowing machine, and the thing rocks … literally.

The FDA has approved the first smart pill for use in the United States. Called Abilify MyCite, the pill contains a drug and an ingestible sensor that is activated when it comes into contact with stomach fluid​ to detect when the pill has been taken.

A new experiment from Indiana University has shown how natural selection can create complex traits out of existing genetic “building blocks”, and to illustrate this the team used a relatively simple genetic tool to grow a functional third eye on the forehead of beetles.

We've seen a number of kits that allow cyclists to temporarily turn their existing bike into an e-bike, by swapping one of its wheels with an electrified one. It's a pretty simple system, although the Swytch eBike Conversion Kit may be even simpler and easier yet.​

​Glasgow's Curious Chip has today launched an edutainment handheld gaming device aimed at getting youngsters coding, tinkering and experimenting. Pip has been created to give the coders and makers of tomorrow the building blocks they need today.​

Joining the C650 GT and C650 Sport maxi scooters in BMW's stable, the recently unveiled​ C400X​ brings fresh Beemer styling, a suite of electronic goodies and cleverly designed storage capacity to the mid-size scooter segment​.

Hackspace tinkerer Koka Nikoladze has built an impressive electromechanical monophonic step sequencer called the BlinkWheel. The looped sounds are triggered when a rotating arm comes into contact with LEDs spaced out around the upper disc.

The Acura MDX is a popular midsized three-row crossover-SUV that has gained a reputation as a solid choice in the luxury family buyer’s market. For 2017, the MDX saw significant changes to its look and, more interestingly, the addition of a hybrid model.