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Scientists find new nasal decongestant; Texans edge Jaguars…
The New York Post reports researchers have identified a new nasal decongestant, a development that could interest anyone with a stuffy nose; details on how it works remain thin.
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At a glance
- First reported by New York Post: “Scientists discover a surprising nasal decongestant, and oh-oh-oh what a relief it is”, with reporting from Yahoo Sports.
- Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 2:01 PM ET on The Weekend Shift, by Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock.
- Topics: Justin Herbert, Texans, Jaguars, QB, NFL.
- BBN covered this story before: Texans edge Jaguars 34-31 in London; Dybantsa day-to-day (October 18).
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Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHere is the latest.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorScientists say they have found a surprising new nasal decongestant, and the New York Post could not resist a certain jingle in its headline.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSurprising how? The data doesn't say, so I'm picturing a very powerful sandwich.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorA sandwich can't unclog anything, but I respect the faith.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentIn football, the Texans held off the Jaguars in a thriller this afternoon, and the internet is raving about C.J.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentStroud after two underwhelming seasons following his rookie year.
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The story so far
- Texans and Jaguars kick off at Wembley; college football fallout · The Guardian
- Former NFL QB Salisbury wants officials to face postgame questions · Fox News
- Texans lead Jaguars 7-0 in London; Chelsea win 6-2 · Yahoo Sports
- Texans stretch London lead to 31-21 as Week 6 injury news lands · CBS Sports
- Texans lead Jaguars 31-28 late; ACC replay review questioned · Yahoo Sports
- Texans edge Jaguars 34-31 in London; Dybantsa day-to-day · Yahoo Sports
- Scientists find new nasal decongestant; Texans edge Jaguars… (this story)
- Texans edge Jaguars 34-31 in London; NFL Sunday under way · Yahoo Sports
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