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Urine That Turns Black on Standing Marks a Rare Inherited Disease, and It Finally Has a U.S.-Approved Drug

Alkaptonuria, the rare disease behind urine that darkens to black, is the focus of a new NEJM image. A drug for it received FDA approval in 2025.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

I walked for miles to find the best summer hiking boots for women — these ones made the cut

From trail to town, step out in supportive, stylish and breathable hiking boots this summer. Sian Lewis lays out the best

Evening Standard · Apr 3

Lowa Innovo Mid GTX hiking boots review: A gorgeous 3-season park-to-peak pair of hiking hooves

A wearable work of art, the versatile Innovos are comfortable, confident, supportive and protective all day long

Advnture · Aug 31, 2025

Aku Trekker Lite III GTX review: the little black dress of hiking boots

The super comfortable, high-performing Aku Trekker Lite III GTX is a go-to winner for all kinds of hiking and backpacking

T3 · May 25, 2024

7 reasons you need approach shoes: we get technical

From long walks ins, technical scrambles and easier climbing routes, there are many reasons you need approach shoes for your mountain adventures

Advnture · Apr 17, 2024

Aku Slope V-Light GTX: Aku’s historic Slope hiking boot gets a sustainable makeover

We take to the jagged, soaring peaks of the Dolomites in Aku’s revamped classic, the Slope V-Light GTX

Advnture · Dec 7, 2023

Aku Trekker Lite III GTX review: a virtually faultless 3-season hiking boot

We lace up the Aku Trekker Lite III GTX, a lightweight, waterproof hiking boot that's nigh on perfect for mountainous hikes

Advnture · Aug 11, 2023

Inside an Italian hiking boot factory: we explore Aku’s impressive HQ

We take a tour of premium trekking and mountaineering footwear brand Aku’s Montebelluna factory on the edge of the Italian Dolomites

Advnture · Apr 30, 2023

'I've had purple urine since I was in nappies, but only found out why aged 53'

Tony has Alkaptonuria (AKU), also known as black bone or black urine disease

Wales Online · Feb 28, 2023

Best walking shoes for women: Comfortable trainers for hikes or long strolls

Get hike-happy in our pick of the best comfortable, stylish and weatherproof walking shoes for women

Evening Standard · Apr 20, 2022