24 h. ago NHS newborn test to stop kids being left disabled is ‘no brainer’, expert proves

Lancet study proves that NHS refusing to screen for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) as part of the newborn heel prick test is costing lives - and taxpayers’ money

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25 h. ago 11 best corded vacuum cleaners, tried and tested by an expert

I’ve found the best plug-in vacuum cleaners for keeping floors and carpets free of dust and crumbs

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3 d. ago 16 best spot treatments, tried and tested by a beauty expert

Treat unwanted acne with hardworking ingredients and gentle formulas, from serums to spot stickers

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4 d. ago Robots that can do laundry and more, plus unrolling laptops: the standout tech from CES 2026

Robot vacuums that can climb stairs and device for BlackBerry lovers also on display at annual Las Vegas tech showThis year will be filled with robots that can fold your laundry, pick up objects and climb stairs, fridges that you can command to open by voice, laptops with screens that can follow you around the room on motorised hinges and the reimagining of the BlackBerry phone.Those are the predictions from the annual CES tech show in Las Vegas that took place this week. The sprawling event aims to showcase cutting-edge technology developed by startups and big brands. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago 13 best video doorbells, tried and tested by a home security expert

These are the best video doorbells for answering the door wherever you are

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4 d. ago 8 best indoor pizza ovens for your home, tried and tested by an expert

Many models can be used to cook different types of food, too

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4 d. ago Elon Musk says AI surgeons will be better than humans in just three years

Musk is ‘too optimistic’, with years of comparative testing required before robots can work on humans, an expert says

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5 d. ago 8 best electric heaters that will keep your home warm, tested by an expert

I tried and tested energy-efficient fan, ceramic and convector heaters

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5 d. ago Best VPN for Windows PC and laptops in 2026, tried and tested by an expert

Add online privacy to your laptop and Windows PC, with these free and paid-for VPN options

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6 d. ago Best cordless vacuum cleaners, expert tried and tested in 2026

Ditch the cable, and zip through the cleaning with these dust-busting machines

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6 d. ago 12 best foundations for mature skin, tested by a beauty expert in her 60s

Inject some glow into your make-up routine, with these tried and tested formulas

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6 d. ago 13 best duvets in 2026, tried and tested by our sleep expert

I snoozed to find the best duvets for every season, so you can have better night’s sleep

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6 d. ago Best air purifiers to free your home from dust and allergens, expert tried and tested

To help with allergy relief, I’ve found the best air purifiers with smart features, HEPA filters and more

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6 d. ago Best dehumidifiers for tackling damp at home, tried and tested by an expert

Dry out your damp basement or bathroom with one of the best dehumidifiers

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7 d. ago Motoring expert calls for mandatory eye tests for over 70s on eve of Road Safety Review publication

A new road safety strategy is expected to be laid out on Wednesday

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7 d. ago 8 best robot vacuums for 2026, tried and tested by a tech expert

I’ve reviewed the top-rated robovacs from Roomba, Eufy, Roborock and more

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7 d. ago 14 best mattress recommendations for better rest, tested by The Independent’s expert

I’ve spent years testing mattresses from Simba, Nectar and more

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3 w. ago Best home security system for 2026: Top alarms tried and tested by an expert

These are the best smart, connected security and alarm systems for keeping your home safe

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3 w. ago My top 10 favourite tech gadgets of 2025 revealed — some big surprises

From folding phones to robot vacs and ground-breaking solar systems, 2025 delivered some of the most exciting consumer tech in years - and these are the devices that truly stood out to our consumer technology expert after months of hands-on testing

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3 w. ago Best digital notebooks for smart scribbling, tested by a tech expert

These clever pieces of tech save paper and stop you loosing your notes

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