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London Tech Week goes “Deep Tech”, UKRI chair pick named, and scientists find ‘trade winds’ inside cells

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

London Tech Week tees up a new Deep Tech Stage for June, the government names its preferred candidate to chair UKRI, and researchers report something that sounds made-up but isn’t: “trade winds” inside cells that help move proteins as cells migrate. Plus, April gaming season begins — and yes, Goat Simulator 3 is on Switch 2 today. More on all of it at standard.co.uk, and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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UCL stem-cell therapy breakthrough, CMA probes Microsoft, and a “sound laser” gravity leap — plus Arc Raiders Flashpoint

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

UCL teams up on a stem-cell therapy plan to help babies with Hirschsprung disease — the kind of story that actually changes lives. Then it’s the UK CMA poking around Microsoft’s business software ecosystem, because “it’s fine, everyone uses it” is not a competition policy. In the lab, a phonon “sound laser” shows off a wild new way to measure gravity with extreme precision. After the break: Arc Raiders drops Flashpoint and the playerbase immediately starts debating it like Parliament. Plus, CityFibre goes full show-off with an 8.5Gbps wholesale fibre product.

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Sound Laser. One more time for the people

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London Games Festival kicks off, UK gene breakthrough for childhood epilepsy,

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Al’s running you through a very modern mix: London Games Festival turns the city into one big playable space, UK genomic science pulls a major epilepsy-linked diagnosis out of the “dark genome”. After the break, space science gets strange — microgravity may mess with sperm navigation — and Apple’s iOS 26.4 UK age checks arrive with equal parts safety intent and privacy drama. More at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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London’s new biotech lab space, UK physics funding cut backlash, meningitis B outbreak briefing, Windows 11 emergency fix

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Al’s back in your ears with a very London Monday mix: shiny new lab space opening up in West London for biotech teams who actually need benches, not buzzwords — while UK scientists kick off about deep cuts to theoretical physics funding. Then it’s a straight public health update as UKHSA publishes its technical briefing on the meningitis B outbreak response, plus what the NHS is doing on vaccines. After the break, a rare sperm whale birth gets properly documented (yes, it’s as incredible as it sounds), Microsoft drops an emergency Windows 11 fix for sign-in chaos, and Baldur’s Gate 3 hotfixes the hotfix… again.

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UCL hormone patches for prostate cancer, UK deepfake detection push, AI “scientists” debate, Minecraft Tiny Takeover

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

London does what London does best: quietly drops a UCL-led trial suggesting a simple skin patch could treat locally advanced prostate cancer as well as injections — with real potential to widen patient choice. Then it’s a very 2026 combo of deepfake detection work from DSIT, the UK’s age-assurance direction of travel, and MPs asking what we actually know about kids, phones, and brain development.

After the break, Nature gets philosophical (and a bit nervous) about “AI scientists” automating parts of discovery — while labs are also getting squeezed by the unsexy reality of pricey computer memory. We finish with regulators turning up the heat on child safety online… and Minecraft launching Tiny Takeover, because of course the babies are running the place now.

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Last-second rocket abort in Norway, UK trials app limits for teens, and a keyboard Android lands on Kickstarter

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on in London after a proper space tease overnight: Isar Aerospace gets the go-ahead in Norway… then aborts in the final checks. Back on Earth, City Hall grills TfL with automated vehicles in the mix, and the UK pilots app limits, social media bans and digital curfews for teens at home. After the break: a God of War patch aimed at nasty save issues, and a BlackBerry-style keyboard phone makes a very 2026 comeback on Kickstarter. For more, head to standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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UK 2G switch-off warning, Britain’s airborne climate lab grounded, sodium-ion battery cold-weather leap, TfL refreshes Baby on Board badges

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

London gets a tiny-but-mighty commute update as TfL redesigns the Baby on Board badge — because sometimes a bit of visual signalling does more than a thousand glares. Alan Leer also breaks down the government’s latest numbers on getting a million people online, plus what the UK’s 2G switch-off guidance means for older phones and those sneaky “smart” devices you forgot even exist. After the break, it’s a proper science gut-punch: Nature reports the UK’s main airborne climate and pollution research aircraft is being switched off. Then we end on a brighter note with a Nature Communications sodium-ion battery chemistry result built for extreme cold — and a quick check-in on the UK games industry as TIGA calls for support. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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Night Shifts and Type 2 Diabetes, WMO Climate Imbalance Warning, Beaver Carbon Sinks, and Minecraft’s “Chaos Cubed” Update

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on with a very real London problem: doing nights and trying to manage type 2 diabetes when the only “fresh option” is whatever’s blinking inside a vending machine. Then it’s MPs dragging the big platforms back into the spotlight over harmful algorithms, before we go global with the UN weather agency warning the planet’s climate is more “out of balance” than ever. After that, a rare bit of eco-hope — beavers turning streams into carbon-storing wetlands — and in gaming, Minecraft tees up its next cave-era glow-up with “Chaos Cubed”. Plus: MAC takes TikTok Shop live from Carnaby Street, because even buying lipstick now comes with a livestream. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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London’s “Virtual Histology” X-ray Leap, Earth’s Rotation Slows, Artemis II Nears Launch, Amazon’s Phone Comeback

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s back with a Monday that goes from UCL turning tissue diagnosis into a 3D zoomable scan… to climate change literally slowing Earth’s spin. Lovely. We also hit the UK’s new plan to back fewer, bigger innovation bets, NASA edging Artemis II closer to its next launch window, and in gaming: Manor Lords drops a big update while Resident Evil celebrates 30 years by selling millions and turning up the drama with live concerts. Plus: Amazon’s quietly plotting a smartphone return, because apparently 2014 wasn’t enough pain. More on everything at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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London’s new biotech lab space, UK physics funding cut backlash, meningitis B outbreak briefing, Windows 11 emergency fix

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

shiny new lab space opening up in West London for biotech teams who actually need benches, not buzzwords — while UK scientists kick off about deep cuts to theoretical physics funding. Then it’s a straight public health update as UKHSA publishes its technical briefing on the meningitis B outbreak response, plus what the NHS is doing on vaccines. After the break, a rare sperm whale birth gets properly documented (yes, it’s as incredible as it sounds), Microsoft drops an emergency Windows 11 fix for sign-in chaos, and Baldur’s Gate 3 hotfixes the hotfix… again.

London TB drug target breakthrough, UK Fusion Strategy 2026, Crimson Desert launches, CS2 reload overhaul, New Sonos Speakers

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on with a London health story that actually matters: Imperial and LSHTM flag a promising new target in the fight against drug-resistant TB. Then the government drops its Fusion Strategy 2026 — the long bet on “sun in a box” energy and the jobs that come with it. After that, a quick science detour into why static electricity is still weirdly mysterious. And then it’s a bigger gaming block: Crimson Desert arrives with big early impressions, Counter-Strike 2 rewires reloading after decades, Ubisoft reportedly pulls game dev away from Red Storm, and Xbox finally tests the “please let me turn off Quick Resume for this one game” feature. For more on all of it, head to standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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TfL’s New Radar Speed Cameras, UK AI Copyright U-Turn, CERN’s New Particle, Starfield PS5 Date, and a Major iPhone Hack Warning

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s back with your hit of tech and science. Today, TfL starts trialling radar-based speed cameras across the capital — sharper kit, more lanes, less “I didn’t see the sign, mate.” Then it’s a UK U-turn on AI and copyright after creatives push back, plus CERN doing CERN things with a newly spotted particle. After that: a smart new way to read proteins using DNA sequencing tech, Starfield finally landing on PS5 with a chunky update, and a serious iPhone exploit warning — update your device before your phone updates itself into chaos. More at standard.co.uk.

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London’s new infrastructure blueprint, UK quantum cash boost, and a molten exoplanet with a magma ocean

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

London’s drawn up the big infrastructure wishlist — and yes, “digital connectivity” is finally treated like a grown-up utility, not a nice-to-have. Then it’s a UK quantum push that’s basically: stop selling the clever stuff too early. After the break, we’re off-world for a newly identified molten exoplanet that’s swimming in magma and sulphur, before a smart-watch health story that’s promising… but not a substitute for your GP. Plus, Game Pass drops a fresh download queue and PlayStation Portal gets a quality bump for your sofa-sharing survival strategy. More on everything at standard.co.uk

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BNW Preview: Gary Brecka

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

A special preview from our sister podcast Brave New World, featuring a new episode from its latest series.

For Episode Four, host Evgeny Lebedev is joined by human biologist, longevity science monolith and founder of The Ultimate Human, Gary Brecka. Together, they explore why so many people feel stuck at a “six out of ten,” what Gary believes to be the cause of fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, soreness, low mood, and why poor exercise recovery is often driven by nutrient deficiencies.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast

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London museum accessibility win, a “4D camera” breakthrough, and Tomb Raider’s free Challenge Mode update

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:14:26 GMT

Alan Leer is on the mic today with a London story that actually slaps: University of Westminster researchers land a UKRI award for inclusive, co-created audio description — the kind that makes museums feel like they’re for everyone, not just people who can see every label from six inches away. Then it’s a UK-wide reality check as the Women in Tech Taskforce asks what would actually fix inclusion in the sector. After that, we go global with a Nature-published leap toward “4D cameras” — think sensing distance and motion in the same breath — before switching to the science of why some wound infections just won’t clear. And yes, we’re finishing with gaming nostalgia: Tomb Raider I–III Remastered gets a chunky free update, plus a very Tube-coded phone feature aimed at stopping shoulder-surfers. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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BNW Preview: Carl Pei

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

For Episode Eight, Evgeny is joined by Carl Pei, founder and CEO of Nothing, the London-based consumer tech company trying to make devices feel fun.

Carl explains how Nothing evolved from earbuds to smartphones, why he believes design and “focus-first” features can counter distraction, and what it means to build products with a distinct, instantly recognisable identity.

Evgeny and Carl also explore the psychological cost of always-on devices, the battle for attention and consciousness, and what it might mean to build technology that helps people stay intentional.

The episode ends on a wider view of the AI era: enormous promise for medicine and science, but serious unanswered questions about jobs, governance, and whether society is ready for what comes next

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UK digital ID reality check, London MS genetics breakthrough, and NASA’s Van Allen Probe re-entry

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The UK’s shiny digital ID plan gets a proper timetable reality check — small features first, big promises later. Over in London, a major MS genetics study pushes the science past its old “one-size-fits-one-ancestry” problem, and NASA’s Van Allen Probe A is making a dramatic return to Earth. Plus: a multivitamin ageing headline with a big pinch of salt, a UK games studio closure, and Whoop deciding fitness tracking should look more like streetwear than a wrist shackle. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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BNW - Will Ahmed Preview

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Will Ahmed, founder and CEO of WHOOP, to explore recovery, sleep, and why “you can’t manage what you don’t measure.” Will shares how overtraining as a Harvard athlete led him to build a wearable focused not on steps, but on the missing piece of performance: how ready your body actually is.

He explains what WHOOP tracks - sleep quality, strain, heart rate variability (HRV), recovery, and stress. Will dives into why seven hours in bed can still mean poor sleep, how REM and deep sleep drive real restoration, and why consistency of bedtime and wake time often matters more than raw hours.

Will and Evgeny get practical on what moves the needle, address the criticism that wearables can create anxiety - and how to use metrics as a tool, not a verdict.

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KCL palliative care savings, UK ADHD evidence check, clock magnetism vortices, China brain-computer push, Marvel Rivals patch, Pixel 10a review

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on the mic with a London-led study suggesting specialist palliative care can improve quality of life and ease pressure on the NHS — yes, a rare win-win. Then the UK ADHD debate gets a much-needed reality check as experts say the bigger issue isn’t overdiagnosis… it’s unmet need and long waits. After that, we jump to physics where atom-thin magnets start forming tiny vortices like it’s completely normal, before China’s brain-computer ambitions give the sci-fi crowd something to talk about. In gaming, Marvel Rivals brings back Chrono Rush, and we finish on commuter tech: The Standard’s take on Google’s Pixel 10a. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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British Science Week kicks off, UK launches new AI research lab, and Nothing unveils Phone (4a) Pro in London

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on the mic as British Science Week kicks off today — ten days of pure “go on then, show me how it works” energy across London and the UK. Then the government backs a new fundamental AI research lab, aiming for proper long-term breakthroughs, not just flashy demos. After that, Cambridge researchers give robots a better sense of touch with graphene-based “artificial skin”… and scientists unveil a half-Möbius molecule that sounds like sci-fi but lands in Science anyway. We’re finishing with a London phone launch from Nothing — plus a quick gaming nod for your weekend queue.

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London scientist wins major medical prize, UK boosts satellite comms, laser flips magnet, Congo carbon warning, LoL patch, new Apple M5 Macs

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

a UCL researcher picks up the 2026 Novo Nordisk Prize for work that’s shifting Duchenne muscular dystrophy from “nothing we can do” to “we can actually intervene.” Then the UK Space Agency drops fresh cash on satellite comms, because in 2026 even “space” is basically an internet argument. Elsewhere, researchers flip a magnet with a laser like it’s casual, a Nature paper raises a big red flag about ancient carbon leaking out through Congo Basin la kes, and there’s a quick gaming palate cleanser with League’s latest patch. Oh — and Apple’s here to remind your laptop it’s replaceable. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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Met handheld facial recognition pilot, UK 6G security principles, AI paper-faking warning, Nintendo Indie World, and Rainbow Six gets Solid Snake

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Met starts trialling handheld facial recognition ID checks — because apparently London wasn’t futuristic enough already. Then we’ve got the UK laying down security expectations for 6G networks at MWC, plus a proper side-eye moment as new reporting suggests some chatbots will happily fabricate academic papers if you ask nicely. After the break: Nintendo’s Indie World roundup, Rainbow Six Siege drops Operation Silent Hunt with Solid Snake, and Google’s March Pixel Drop quietly upgrades your Pixel while you’re just trying to eat a meal deal in peace. More at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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Tube fares change, UK tests teen social media limits, iron + blue LED chemistry breakthrough, and Pokémon turns 30

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Your commute’s doing that thing again: Tube and rail fares are increasing, while buses and trams stay frozen (for now). Alan Leer also dives into the UK’s real-world trial of teen social media limits — bans, curfews, the lot — and what it could mean for platforms and parents alike. Then it’s global gadget season at MWC, where Lenovo and Samsung are pushing the “adaptable devices” future, whether your bank account likes it or not. Plus: a genuinely slick science story where iron and blue LEDs pull off precision chemistry that usually needs rare metals. And in gaming, Pokémon hits the big 3-0. More at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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Brave New World Preview: Dr Sabine Donnai on Mapping the Microbiome and the Secrets to Longevity

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

For this episode of Brave New World, Evgeny is joined by Dr Sabine Donnai, a physician specialising in precision medicine, preventive health, and is the founder of Viavi Healthcare. They explore brain health beyond standard scans, discussing how gut function, inflammation, environmental exposure, and stress interact over time.

Drawing on Evgeny’s own test results, Sabine explains why she believes long-term cognitive resilience starts not with extreme biohacks, but with fixing the basics - particularly the gut. The conversation concludes with practical takeaways: reduce inflammatory foods, increase dietary diversity and fermented foods, support cardiovascular health, and avoid turning longevity into another source of stress.

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O2’s Starlink phone satellite service, London’s Knowledge Quarter AI drug push, faster UK cyber fixes, NASA’s “planetary parade” sounds, and Resident Evil Requiem launch

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

a new life-sciences flex lands in King’s Cross as Genomics opens up shop in the Knowledge Quarter and shows off agentic AI for drug discovery. The government claims it’s finally speeding up cyber fixes across public services — about time — and O2 starts selling a satellite bolt-on powered by Starlink for those “why do I pay for this contract?” dead zones. After that, NASA turns the Solar System into an audio experience you can actually listen to, and in gaming, it’s launch day for Resident Evil Requiem — so dodge spoilers like it’s Oxford Street at rush hour. More at standard.co.uk, and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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UCL’s laser-drone forest scans, UK digital jobs snapshot, ASML chip breakthrough, “super agers” brain clue, and Xbox leadership shake-up

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

UCL researchers are using lasers and drones to scan forests in 3D — turning climate arguments into hard numbers. Then we zoom out to the UK’s latest digital sector stats, before heading global as ASML pushes forward the EUV tech that underpins the chips in basically everything. After the break, there’s a fascinating “super agers” brain clue — and in gaming, Xbox hits the big reset button at the top. More on all of it at standard.co.uk, and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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London’s historic womb transplant birth, UK regulates Netflix-style streamers, Uber’s robotaxi play, and Firefox’s AI off switch

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al’s on today’s proper jaw-dropper: London doctors announce a UK first — a baby born after a womb transplant from a deceased donor. Then it’s back to the paperwork side of the future as the government drags Netflix, Prime Video and the rest into tougher Ofcom-style rules. After the break, Uber tries to become the backstage crew for robotaxis everywhere, scientists reveal a new way to see DNA’s 3D structure, Fallout 4 goes portable on Switch 2, and Firefox does something radical: it gives you an AI off switch. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard for your weekday briefing.

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UK cyber crackdown calls, cross-border digital ID, “Hall drift of light,” and Xbox Games Pass lineup

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Al brings you today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard. We cover a push for a more interventionist UK cyber strategy, new findings on barriers to international digital identity, a quantum photonics milestone involving light drift, early-stage research into an intranasal vaccine approach, and the latest Xbox Game Pass arrivals and departures.

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MHRA Pauses PATHWAYS Trial, UK Space Weather Mission Moves Toward Launch, NASA Rolls Artemis II Back Again

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today, the MHRA puts the brakes on the UK’s PATHWAYS puberty blocker trial work while safety concerns get addressed, the UK’s space-weather mission heads toward its launch site (because satellites don’t protect themselves), and NASA’s Artemis II rocket gets rolled back for more fixes — yes, really. After that: a quick cyber patch warning, a punchy Arc Raiders update, and Samsung’s Unpacked week landing like a new phone season jump-scare. More on standard.co.uk

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TfL ad banned, UK’s 48-hour takedown rule, China’s open-source AI surge, Avowed update

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

TfL gets an advert banned by the ASA for reinforcing a harmful stereotype, while the UK moves to force platforms to remove abusive intimate images within 48 hours — or face serious penalties. After the break, we hit the global AI acceleration story, and a proper gaming palate-cleanser with a big Avowed update. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily from The Standard so you’re never the last to know.

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TfL clamps down on pedicabs, Bristol’s sensor shoe, Microsoft’s 10,000-year glass storage, Call of Duty ad banned

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

London finally starts putting the brakes on pedicab chaos — licences, checks, and fare caps that might save tourists from heartbreak and the rest of us from the noise. Outside the M25, a Bristol engineer builds a sensor-packed insole designed to spot dodgy gait changes before they turn into nasty falls. Then it’s full sci-fi: Microsoft shows off laser-written glass storage that could keep data safe for 10,000 years. In gaming, the UK ad watchdog bans a Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 advert for crossing the line. For more, head to standard.co.uk — and follow for your weekday briefing.

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Waymo vs London black cabs, Discord age checks go global, and a Majorana quantum breakthrough

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Waymo’s robotaxis are already causing aggro by plugging into black-cab-only charging bays, the Tube gets hit with “SMS blaster” scam tech, and the UK tells businesses to “lock the door” on cyber criminals. Plus, a major quantum result finally makes elusive Majorana qubits readable in real time, and Discord’s teen-by-default settings roll out globally with age checks on the horizon. For more head to standard.co.uk — and follow the show so your commute stays informed

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Psychedelic depression breakthrough in London, Chrome zero-day patch, Artemis II rehearsal update, and a John Wick game reveal

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Imperial researchers report early-but-serious results for a psychedelic-assisted depression treatment, while UK scientists kick off about research funding uncertainty. After the break, it’s the “update your browser right now” Chrome zero-day, a fresh Artemis II countdown rehearsal date from NASA, and in gaming, John Wick steps out in a suit and into an untitled new action game. Plus: Apple tees up a 4 March event, so your next phone upgrade might want to calm down for a minute. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and follow for your weekday briefing.

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London’s First Thames Bathing Spot, UK Targets AI Chatbots, and MIT’s “Computing With Heat”

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

The government’s proposing a first-ever official Thames bathing spot at Ham and Kingston — which is either progress or the start of a new kind of group chat argument. Then: the UK moves to pull AI chatbots into the Online Safety net, with child-safety rules catching up to fast-moving tech. Also, Oxford researchers find public support for health-data sharing for AI is real — but only if the safeguards are, too. After the break, MIT shows off computing that uses waste heat instead of electricity, Google warns the EU about building “tech sovereignty” walls, and in gaming, 007 First Light drops a new story trailer. We finish with Sony’s new WF-1000XM6 earbuds — priced like a Zone 1 lunch, but aimed straight at your commute. For more on all of it, head to standard.co.uk

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Smart clothing “button” breakthrough in London, UK clampdown on broadband bill hikes, Silent Hills Transmission and Microsoft rushes zero-day fixes

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

King’s College London says loose fabric can track movement better than skin-tight sensors, meaning your next health tracker might be… a shirt button. Then we’ve got the UK pushing telecoms giants to bin surprise mid-contract price hikes (about time), plus Microsoft scrambling to patch Windows and Office bugs that hackers are already exploiting. After that: China tests new Moon-mission hardware, and Silent Hill fans get a late-night update. More on all of it at standard.co.uk — and hit follow so you don’t miss the next one!

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TfL’s 2026 upgrade plan, Instagram in court over “endless scroll”, and Samsung Unpacked confirmed

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:23:25 GMT

TfL’s talking upgrades for 2026 — the sort that decides whether your commute is “fine” or “character-building”. Over in the US, Instagram’s “endless scroll” is being argued over in court, while Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked for 25 February, and Steam quietly tries to stop Early Access from promising the moon. More at standard.co.uk.

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TfL’s new bus shelters, Apple & Google app store shake-up, and gene-edited moths, plus Helldivers 2 update

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

TfL starts trialling new bus shelter designs across the city — brighter, safer, and hopefully less bleak in the rain. Then the UK competition regulator gets Apple and Google to commit to fairer app store rules, before we head to Exeter where scientists are gene-editing wax moths to speed up infection research and tackle antimicrobial resistance. After the break: an ancient fossil find that rewrites early plant-eaters on land, a fresh Helldivers 2 update, and a quick word for iPhone owners if iOS is acting up. More at standard.co.uk.

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PlayStation’s hour-long State of Play, UK universities warned on foreign interference, and the botnet lurking in your living room

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard: the UK sets out new measures aimed at protecting universities from foreign interference, as concerns grow about pressure on researchers and sensitive collaboration. Plus, a record-setting DDoS attack is linked to the AISURU/Kimwolf botnet — a reminder that insecure everyday devices can end up powering serious cyber disruption. And in gaming, Sony confirms a 60+ minute State of Play landing this week, with major updates expected for the PS5 slate. We also look to science, with new research pointing to an empty lava tube beneath Venus, and a fresh method for measuring energy loss in nanoscale systems that could help shape future electronics.

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London spider silk breakthrough, OpenAI Frontier AI agents, Nioh 3 exclusivity twist, and JLab’s speaker-headphones

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

We're kicking the week off by reverse-engineering spider silk like it’s no big deal. We’ve got King’s College scientists explaining the tiny “molecular stickers” that help make nature’s toughest fibres… After the break, OpenAI launches Frontier — the latest attempt to turn “AI agents” into something your workplace can actually deploy — plus a gaming exclusivity wrinkle with Nioh 3 and a consumer gadget that looks.... interesting. More at standard.co.uk.

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London’s £1bn Cancer Hub green light, UK data-law changes, Artemis II window, Nintendo Partner Showcase and Pixel 10a tease

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Al’s back with your London-first tech and science sprint. Sutton just waved through a £1bn expansion of the London Cancer Hub — yes, it’s labs, but also somehow a pub and padel court. Then we hit the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act updates landing today, before a quick detour into a promising new CAR-T-style cancer treatment result (mouse-mode, but still exciting). After the break: NASA’s Artemis II timing, Nintendo’s Partner Showcase, and Google teasing the Pixel 10a with UK pre-orders locked for 18 Feb. More at standard.co.uk — and follow for your weekday briefing.

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London AI Stethoscope Trial, England’s New Cancer Plan, AI Safety Report, Next-Gen Xbox Hints, and Fairphone 6

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today: a Lancet study puts an AI stethoscope through its paces in 205 London GP surgeries — aiming to catch serious heart conditions earlier. The government’s dropped a brand-new National Cancer Plan for England, with big survival targets and big promises. Plus, the International AI Safety Report 2026 lands with fresh warnings about deepfakes and rising risk… before we lighten it up with a next-gen Xbox timeline tease and a look at the Fairphone 6, built for people who’d rather repair than replace. More at standard.co.uk.

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Brave New World Preview

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:39:58 GMT

For this episode of Brave New World, Evgeny is joined by psychologist, author, and researcher Dr Jim Fadiman, a central figure in the modern understanding of psychedelics, who also goes by the “father of microdosing”.

Drawing on decades of research and thousands of user reports, the conversation traces the history of psychedelics - from early scientific study in the 1950s and 60s, through prohibition, to today’s renewed interest in clinical and psychiatric settings. Jim discusses why most formal research has focused on high doses, how observational reports have shaped microdosing research, where evidence is strongest and still emerging.

Evgeny and Jim look ahead to the future of psychedelics in medicine, the balance between scientific caution and public interest, and what a first step might look like for someone curious but sceptical.

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Boots loyalty card data study aims to spot cancer sooner, Valheim turns 5

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leers is on with your weekday tech-and-science fix from London. Today: a new Imperial-led study asks if Boots and Tesco loyalty card data — from consenting volunteers — could help spot early cancer warning signs sooner. Plus, why handwriting is making a comeback (yes, really), Valheim celebrates five years of Viking chaos, and Notepad++ issues a sobering reminder that software updates need proper security behind them. For more, hit standard.co.uk — and follow Tech and Science Daily so you’re never the last to know.

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West London’s rapid-charge battery train, UK science funding row, Google proxy takedown, Apex on Switch, and Apple’s old-iPhone updates

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leer is on mic in London, and today’s briefing is basically: cleaner transport, messier politics, and the internet doing internet things. West Ealing to Greenford becomes the unlikely star of the show as a battery-only train starts carrying passengers. Then it’s a UK science funding wobble, before we head online: Google says it’s smashed a massive proxy network, and an antivirus update story proves reality still writes the worst plot twists. In gaming, Apex Legends gives the original Switch an expiry date, and Apple quietly keeps older iPhones on life support — because not everyone’s upgrading every year, are they? More at standard.co.uk.

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TfL’s Overground Push to Stevenage, Pornhub Blocks New UK Users, Is Freeview Ending in 2034?

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

TfL’s flirting with the idea of dragging the Overground out to Stevenage — because apparently we’re collecting Hertfordshire now. The Online Safety Act hits a new phase as Pornhub says it’ll block new UK users unless they verify their age, and we look at the bigger question everyone’s dodging: what happens when “free” telly (Freeview) starts to look like an expensive legacy network with a 2034 off-switch looming? After the break, there’s slick global science with a quantum “refrigerator” that turns noise into something useful, a supply-chain cyber story that proves your vendor’s problems become your problems, plus a quick hit of gaming fixes and phone-world chaos — including Nothing taking a rare year off the flagship treadmill. More over at standard.co.uk.

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NHS AI + Robot Lung Cancer Trial in London, Terraria Bigger & Boulder Update, Steam Faces UK Lawsuit

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Guy’s and St Thomas’ starts trialling AI plus robot-guided tools to speed up lung cancer diagnosis — less waiting, more answers. Up the country, the MoD pushes forward “wingman drones” designed to fly alongside Apache helicopters, because 2026 is really leaning into the sci-fi timeline. Then we swerve hard into gaming: Terraria drops its massive Bigger and Boulder update, Steam owner Valve gets pulled into a huge UK lawsuit over pricing and commissions, and Sony adds PS5 read receipts — so now your mates can see you’re ignoring them. More at standard.co.uk — and don’t forget to follow for your next weekday hit!

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NHS drone deliveries in London, a £3bn temperature bill for the NHS, and a new AirTag

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today, the NHS is eyeing drones to move urgent pathology samples across south-west London — because the South Circular simply cannot be trusted. We’ve also got a new Oxford estimate putting a chunky price tag on how cold snaps and heat spikes quietly strain the NHS, plus a battery-recycling method that tries to do three jobs at once. Then it’s a quick hop into gaming with Arc Raiders’ latest roadmap, before Apple drops a new AirTag that’s trying to be better at finding your stuff — and worse at finding other people. More on all of it at standard.co.uk

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London’s new AI hub, the UK’s Cambridge supercomputer boost, a chunky Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero patch and NASA’s Artemis II quarantine milestone

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

We’ve got a brand-new hub landing in the capital, while the UK government tries to make public-sector data actually useful, and throws serious horsepower at Cambridge to power it all. Plus: NASA’s Artemis II crew goes into quarantine, because the Moon doesn’t wait for your sniffles. After the break, it’s a reminder to respect your password manager (Under Armour breach), a big AI law move out of South Korea, a chunky Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero patch… and a WhatsApp feature that might finally stop you joining group chats looking lost. More at standard.co.uk, and hit follow for your next weekday briefing

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London’s start-up ranking, CERN’s €860m pledge, and a shake-up in global vulnerability tracking

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

London’s picked up another “start-up friendly” badge, and we're quietly asking whether that translates into anything real for founders beyond bragging rights. We also head to CERN, where an €860 million pledge is sharpening the focus on what comes next for big, headline-grabbing particle physics, and the very practical tech that tends to spill out of it. After the break, it’s a proper cybersecurity reality check as vulnerability tracking systems strain under the sheer volume of bugs, before we lighten the mood with Xbox’s latest reveals, including big release news, and a Garmin watch so rugged it looks like it might survive the Victoria line at rush hour. For more head to standard.co.uk and hit follow for your next weekday briefing.

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Brave New World Preview

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

For episode five of Brave New World, Evgeny is joined by Ben Lamm, CEO and co-founder of Colossal Biosciences - the company working on de-extinction and species preservation, including its flagship woolly mammoth project. Together, they explore what “bringing back” an extinct species actually means in practice: rebuilding fragmented ancient DNA, comparing it to a close living relative (the Asian elephant), and using gene editing to reintroduce key traits like cold tolerance - before creating embryos that could one day be carried by a surrogate or, eventually, an artificial womb.

Ben also explains why the mammoth has become Colossal’s defining project - from public fascination and unusually strong samples preserved in permafrost, to the potential conservation upside. The conversation dives into how the same tools can support living species too: developing new reproductive technologies, using AI and drones to understand elephant behaviour, and tackling threats like EEHV, a disease that kills young elephants. Along the way, they discuss Colossal’s viral moments - including the woolly mouse and the dire wolf - as well as the ethical lines the company says it won’t cross.

This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard.

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Solar storm hits severe levels, Brick Lane data-centre row, EU “high-risk” tech phase-out

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leer is in the host seat in London, watching the Sun kick off like it pays rent here — a severe space-weather event has operators on satellite-watch and grid-watch. Back on the ground, Brick Lane’s Truman Brewery row turns into the most modern London argument imaginable: do we prioritise homes, or the server farms that keep the city’s digital heartbeat going? Meanwhile, the EU moves toward forcing “high-risk” suppliers out of critical infrastructure and Microsoft does yet another emergency Windows fix. More news over at standard.co.uk — and follow for your weekday hit of tech and science, made for the commute.

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China’s London mega-embassy approved, ChatGPT age prediction, quantum security warning, 2XKO hits console

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leer on the mic from London with a security-flavoured tech-and-science roundup: the government green-lights China’s mega-embassy by the Tower with data-cable nerves in the background, OpenAI makes ChatGPT guess who’s under 18, and researchers remind us quantum computers aren’t magically “unhackable” — they’re just expensive and complicated. Plus, Riot’s 2XKO finally lands on console, and there’s a quick iPhone update PSA for anyone still sulking about the new look. More news over at Standard.co.uk

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Tube 4G hits halfway, UCL’s Ring Nebula “iron bar”, BBC goes YouTube-first, RuneScape turns 25

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, Alan Leer is on the Tube signal beat as TfL’s 4G and 5G rollout in the London Underground reaches the halfway mark. Then we head skyward, with a UCL-led team spotting a strange iron “bar” hidden inside the Ring Nebula.

Also on the slate: the BBC is reportedly lining up YouTube-first content to win over younger viewers, RuneScape turns 25 with a wave of player-first changes, and Samsung might’ve accidentally revealed more than it meant to about the Galaxy S26 lineup.

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TfL ticketing tech shake-up, UCL’s sound-reacting humanoid robots, and AMD’s modular PC hints

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, Alan Leer coversTfL’s ticketing tech getting a major operational change, UCL robots learning to react to sound in real time, and we round up UK robotics policy, AMD’s CES reveals, a Final Fantasy VII update, and the latest Android 16 beta fixes.

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Whooping Cough Vaccine Breakthrough, TfL Pedicab Crackdown, and UK Fusion Manufacturing Push

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, London researchers share new findings on how whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy can protect infants at the upper airway, TfL edges closer to regulating pedicabs in 2026, and a UK fusion-focused manufacturing initiative targets a key materials challenge using multi-metal 3D printing. Plus: why flu activity remains elevated in early 2026, a major gaming mod shutdown, and what Apple’s iOS 26.3 beta 2 means for iPhone users in Europe.

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Piers Linney MBE on AI’s “Make-or-Break” 2026, UK Digital ID U-Turn, Animal Crossing 3.0 Drops

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, former Dragon’s Den investor Piers Linney joins Alan Leer to unpack new Tech Show London research on why AI spending is rising in UK business but implementation is lagging — and whether 2026 is make-or-break for the AI boom. Plus, the UK government reportedly rolls back the mandatory element of digital ID right-to-work plans, Animal Crossing: New Horizons drops its free 3.0 update early ahead of a Switch 2 edition launch, and London phone brand Nothing warns that memory chip costs could push smartphone prices higher in 2026.

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UCL brain-scan breakthrough, primate bonding study, UK food label push, NASA ISS medical return, and Star Wars Outlaws on Game Pass

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, Alan Leer covers new UCL brain imaging research separating Parkinson’s from Lewy body dementia, an Imperial-linked primate study on bonding behaviours, Which? calling for mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labels in the UK, NASA’s early ISS Crew-11 return after a medical issue, plus Star Wars Outlaws landing on Xbox Game Pass and the latest Android security updates.

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Moorfields eye injection breakthrough, UCL Alzheimer’s gene focus, Brazil probes WhatsApp Business, Hytale early access, Minecraft “cutest drop”

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, Alan Leer covers a London breakthrough from Moorfields and UCL using a routine eye-surgery gel injection to restore sight in rare hypotony cases, plus new UCL Alzheimer’s research on APOE gene risk, Brazil’s probe into WhatsApp Business terms, Hytale’s early access launch and Minecraft’s “cutest drop” tease. Plus a little bit for Genshin fans too

You'll find all your latest news at Standard.co.uk

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TfL and the driverless future, Paddington life-sciences mega-hub plans, and ARIA’s Arctic sea-ice experiment

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at fresh plans for a major clinical life sciences building next to St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, TfL’s evolving role in how driverless vehicles could operate on London streets, and ARIA’s update on real-world field research into “re-thickening” Arctic sea ice. Plus: a London council cyber warning, what Reuters says is coming in the EU’s Digital Networks Act, the New Game Plus gaming showcase, and the standout gadgets emerging from CES 2026.

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London EV charging dashboard, 3D movies of black holes, Xbox Developer_Direct, and CES smart home upgrades

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard: London boroughs get a clearer view of EV charge point usage, Imperial-backed dementia studies move forward, and Professor Yves Wiaux explains to Alan Leer how AI is helping create 3D “movies” of black holes. Plus: Xbox sets a Developer_Direct date with Fable and Forza Horizon 6, and CES brings smarter Matter-friendly home tech — and an HP keyboard that’s also a full PC.

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London epilepsy sleep app trial, Ofcom vs Grok on X, and Accenture buys Faculty

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, our host Alan Leer speaks about London researchers test a self-guided sleep web app for children with epilepsy, the UK piles pressure on X and xAI after Grok image-abuse concerns, and Accenture agrees to acquire London AI firm Faculty. Plus, CES 2026 foldable phone news, a major Valorant update, and the latest Xbox Game Pass additions. For the latest news visit Standard.co.uk

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Freedom Pass review, UCL “beer-to-burger” cultivated meat breakthrough, and the UK’s new Cyber Action Plan

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, London Councils reviews the Freedom Pass as costs rise, UCL scientists turn brewing waste into scaffolds for cultivated meat, and the UK unveils a new Cyber Action Plan to harden public services. Plus quick consumer security updates and a gaming last call. Find all the latest news at Standard.co.uk

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NHS Online hospital plan, Intel Panther Lake at CES, and Arc Raiders’ “aggression matchmaking” — Tech and Science Daily from The Standard

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

In today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, NHS England sets out priority conditions for its upcoming NHS Online hospital, and CES 2026 kicks off with Intel’s new Panther Lake-era laptop chips and fresh Acer ultrabooks. Plus, Arc Raiders confirms “aggression-based matchmaking” that groups PvP-heavy players together.

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London council cyber clampdown, TfL Oyster upgrade, CES 2026 preview — plus Nesta’s Future Signals 2026

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Tech and Science Daily from The Standard covers a London council cyber security clampdown after a neighbouring incident, and TfL’s plans to modernise Oyster and contactless so phones and wearables play nicer with fare caps. After the break, we’re joined by Nesta to talk Future Signals 2026 — the emerging trends that could shape the year ahead — before a quick preview of what to expect from CES in Las Vegas. We also round up the holiday-season gaming hack chatter, with the dramatic TikTok clips versus what’s actually been confirmed. For more head to standard.co.uk.

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Gaming & Gadgets Round-Up 2025: Switch 2, GTA VI Delays, Steam Deck Shifts and Samsung’s Tri-Fold Flex

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leer rounds up 2025’s biggest gaming and gadget moments — Switch 2’s launch, the year’s top awards winner, GTA VI’s delay, Steam Deck pricing shifts, and foldables going full tri-fold.

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Science Round-Up 2025: NHS Gene Editing, UK Heat Records, and a Nobel-Winning Quantum Moment

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Alan Leer runs through the biggest science threads of 2025 — from world-first gene editing on the NHS and UK temperature records to Nobel-level physics and a rare interstellar visitor

For the latest news, visit Standard.co.uk

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Tech 2025 Round-Up: AI Agents, Online Safety Rules, Digital ID — and London’s Data-Centre Power Crunch

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this Tech 2025 round-up, Alan Leer breaks down the year’s biggest tech themes: AI shifting from chatbots to agentic tools, the UK’s Online Safety Act enforcement, new digital ID plans, tougher competition rules for Big Tech, the privacy and ad-tracking shake-up, and why London’s data-centre boom is colliding with electricity grid limits.

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Christmas Eve Tech & Science Daily: Whitechapel fatberg, Crystal Palace Dinosaurs glow-up, Fortnite Winterfest, GTA festive gifts, and a hopeful Parkinson’s science update

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 03:07:53 GMT

On this Christmas Eve edition of Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we’re keeping it festive but still very London: Thames Water tackles a fresh Whitechapel fatberg blockage, while Crystal Palace Park’s iconic Victorian dinosaur sculptures get a long-overdue restoration glow-up. After the break, we dip into seasonal gaming with Fortnite Winterfest and GTA festive gifts, plus a quick consumer tech check-in for last-minute kit. And in science, we’ve got a hopeful update on new research reshaping how we think about dopamine and movement in Parkinson’s. Head to Standard.co.uk for all the latest

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London robotaxis set for 2026 trials, the UK’s “year of the octopus”, and how AI digital twins could reshape future cities

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at plans for robotaxi trials in London in 2026, plus the surprising UK science story being dubbed the “year of the octopus” after a boom in sightings and catches off England’s south coast. Then Alan Leer drops into an interview with Johannes Maunz, Senior Vice President of AI at Hexagon, on AI-enhanced digital twin mapping — and how virtual city models could help London plan everything from driverless transport to climate-resilient infrastructure and pedestrian-first streets. For more updates, visit standard.co.uk

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Vodafone franchisee legal battle: 62 ex-partners sue, MPs step in — plus Starlink “super Wi-Fi” on Waterloo trains

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we lead with an extended interview package on claims from former Vodafone franchisees — with 62 ex-partners taking legal action and Vodafone denying wrongdoing. Plus, a London commute upgrade: South Western Railway trials Starlink-powered “super Wi-Fi” on routes in and out of London Waterloo, and we wrap with a quick contactless payments rule change and a free S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 content update. For more, visit standard.co.uk.

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Professor Tim Spector and Dr Federica Amati on Brave New World (Preview)

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:40:54 GMT

On our sister podcast Brave New World, Host Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Professor Tim Spector and Dr Federica Amati — two of the leading scientific voices behind personalised nutrition company ZOE — to rethink everything we’ve been told about food. From the myths around “good” and “bad” fats to calorie-counting obsessions, they explain why so much nutritional advice is outdated, oversimplified, and in some cases actively harmful. They also explore the impact of ultra-processed foods on gut health, question whether breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, and unpack how time-restricted eating could help optimise daily health.

Here’s your special preview. To hear the full episode, just search Brave New World Evening Standard on your podcast app.

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Steam Winter Sale starts, UK planning shake-up for broadband, Ofcom hands out an Online Safety Act fine — plus a wholesome “robot double” school story

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

The Government opens a call for evidence on reforming planning rules to speed up digital infrastructure rollouts in England, Ofcom issues a £20,000 fine under the Online Safety Act for failing to respond to information requests, and the Steam Winter Sale kicks off for the annual backlog-pile-on. We also finish on a genuinely wholesome tech-for-good story from SpecialEffect, where a small telepresence “robot double” helps a child stay connected to school during leukaemia treatment. For all the latest news head to Standard.co.uk

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London councils cyber incident update, London quantum cluster, UKRI boosts games and AI, plus Revolut Mobile and Alexa+ on the web

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Today on Tech and Science Daily from The Standard: the latest on the Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea cyber incident, a quantum year-end update from Imperial and the London Quantum Cluster, and UKRI’s shift toward growth funding — including video games. Plus, Revolut’s new UK mobile service, Alexa+ arriving on the web, and a couple of practical gaming and headset updates

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Pinterest Predicts 2026 interview, Ofcom probes EE and Three outages, and London robots that can “feel” — Tech and Science Daily from The Standard

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Ofcom investigates BT’s EE and Three after major call outages affected emergency services, plus King’s College London research aiming to give robots a sense of touch. We also hear from Pinterest’s Sidney Stanback on the Pinterest Predicts 2026 report and how trend forecasting is speeding up, then cover the UK’s quantum push with Google’s Willow processor, an autonomous spacecraft rendezvous milestone, a UK-backed plan to produce lead-212 radiotherapy isotopes from reprocessed uranium, a warning on budget smartphone pricing pressures in 2026, and a quick gaming performance update from Capcom. For more, visit standard.co.uk.

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London Sea Level Rise AI Images, Lancet Countdown 2025 Climate Health Report, and Antarctica’s New Royal Mail Postbox

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In today’s episode of Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we start in London with AI visuals imagining what a six-metre sea level rise could mean for landmarks like Westminster and the Tower of London. Then we break down the Lancet Countdown 2025 findings on climate change and public health, from heat impacts to air pollution, and why it matters for cities like London. Plus, a lighter science story: researchers at Rothera Research Station in Antarctica get a brand-new Royal Mail postbox delivered via the RRS Sir David Attenborough. For more tech and science news, head to standard.co.uk

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The Game Awards 2025 Winners & Biggest Reveals — Plus London ADHD Custody Study and UK Rail Timetable Change

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Today we’re going big on The Game Awards 2025 — the winners, the indie sweep, and the announcements that just set up the next couple of years in gaming.

Plus, we cover a major London custody screening study on undiagnosed ADHD, and the new UK rail timetable landing this weekend.

For more, head to standard.co.uk.

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Tinnitus sound therapy hope, December game releases, Which? Top 50 picks & major ocean conservation win

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this Friday episode of Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at a new UK sound therapy that has reduced tinnitus loudness in trials and could one day be delivered by smartphones. We round up December 2025’s biggest new game releases before an interview with Which? editor Harry Rose on their Top 50 products of the year – including that headline-grabbing Asda ketchup ranking. We end on a good-news climate story, as a $24.5m Bezos Earth Fund package moves the world’s first cross-border marine biosphere reserve in the eastern Pacific a step closer to reality.

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How AI search really picks winners: ChatGPT, LLMs and the future of retail discovery

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

As more of us ask ChatGPT what to buy — instead of Googling it — the rules of being discovered online are changing fast.

In today’s episode, we dig into how large language models like ChatGPT, Claude and Perplexity are quietly becoming the new front door to retail. When an AI gives a single recommendation instead of a page of links, how does it choose who to trust, which brands to surface, and who gets left out completely?

We're joined by Chris Donnelly, founder of Searchable – an agentic AI platform that shows businesses how they’re being read, ranked and recommended by LLMs. Chris explains how these models currently pick winners, why smaller brands can still compete, and what “Generative Engine Optimisation” actually means in practice.

We also look at what this shift means for Christmas shopping, how retailers should prepare their data and content for AI-driven discovery, and what the future of search might look like over the next few years.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk.

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London “superflu” warning, Tube fare hike, UK satellite-to-mobile push & PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at NHS warnings over a record “superflu” wave hitting London and what it means for hospitals and daily life in the capital. We break down the 5.8% Tube fare rise coming next March and a new AI carers’ support trial in Richmond. After the break, we cover a fresh MIT study on how the brain and immune system team up to keep you in bed when you’re sick, PlayStation’s 2025 Wrap-Up gaming recap, and Samsung’s latest Android XR upgrade for its Galaxy XR headset. For more head to standard.co.uk.

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London innovation fund, Geminid meteor shower & garlic mouthwash study – plus Claimit CEO interview

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we’re in London for the city’s share of a major innovation fund and a Royal Society summit on marine biodiversity, fishing and climate change, with a quick nod to the UK Biobank Scientific Conference in Westminster.

We’re also joined by Andy Watson, co-founder and CEO of Claimit, to help us understand why lost parcels are costing businesses billions. After the interview, we chat the Geminid meteor shower over London and unpack a new study testing garlic mouthwash against standard antiseptics.

For the latest news head to standard.co.uk.

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Cloudflare outage, UCL air pollution study & December PS Plus games

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we break down new TfL lift tech for step-free travel, explain a major UCL study on how air pollution can weaken the benefits of exercise, and look at Cloudflare’s latest outage hitting LinkedIn and Zoom.

We also cover a huge neutrino collaboration that could explain why the universe exists, December’s PlayStation Plus free games and upcoming Game Awards 2025, and Amazon’s new Alexa Plus scene-skipping feature for Fire TV.

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Steven Bartlett on Brave New World (Preview)

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

A special preview from our sister podcast Brave New World, which has just launched Season 4.

Host Evgeny Lebedev sits down with Steven Bartlett to talk ambition, mindset, burnout, and the lessons failure can teach us — including one learned on a padel court.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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AI in your GP, quantum brain scans for troops, and Samsung on decision fatigue

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

In today’s episode of Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at a West London GP surgery trialling Mirror, an AI “patient scribe” that helps NHS patients remember their appointments, and the UK’s world-first mobile quantum brain scanner designed to study blast effects on troops.

We’re also joined by Samsung UK & Ireland Chief Customer Officer Deborah Honig to discuss new research on decision fatigue and how AI could ease everyday choices.

Plus, we round up December’s Xbox Game Pass games, Jorja Smith's AI clone drama, and explain why Android’s latest security update is a must-install for your phone.

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London council cyber attacks, NHS winter crisis warning, underground maps, quantum teleportation & YouTube Recap

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

In today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we break down the cyber attacks hitting multiple London councils, warnings of a “historic winter crisis” in the capital’s A&Es, and a major update to Ordnance Survey’s underground mapping project as Openreach joins the National Underground Asset Register.

We also take a look at a new UK cyber tool blocking nearly a billion malicious web attempts, hydrogen tech cutting rail maintenance emissions, and a UK-led breakthrough in quantum teleportation between linked networks. Plus, December’s first PlayStation Plus game, and YouTube Recap 2025.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk.

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Heathrow third runway explained, London drones row, Samsung TriFold & December’s big game releases

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we break down the UK Government’s decision to back Heathrow’s third runway plans and speak to UN tourism adviser Anita Mendiratta about what the expansion means for London, the environment and rival European hubs.

We also look at how power-hungry data centres are worsening the capital’s housing crisis, why Hammersmith & Fulham wants drones to tackle crime, and Uber’s new autonomous delivery robots launching in UK cities. Plus, we cover Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold foldable phone and the biggest gaming releases landing this December.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk.

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Travel Tuesday scams, Stansted goes contactless and Puma’s new Oxford Street flagship

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we look at Puma’s massive new Oxford Street flagship store, Stansted and Southend finally joining London’s contactless rail network, and how wetter winters are forcing the UK transport system to adapt.

We also speak to Tim Johnson from the Civil Aviation Authority about staying safe from Travel Tuesday holiday scams, break down HSBC’s new AI partnership with French startup Mistral AI, and run through December’s biggest game releases – plus the best Cyber Monday tech deals for Londoners.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk.

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Digital phone switchover hits London, Budget backs UK tech & Nintendo buys new studio

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard we explain what the digital phone switchover means for London landline and telecare users, break down how the latest UK Budget plans to keep high-growth tech firms and R&D jobs in Britain, and look at UCL’s role in uncovering a vast Bronze Age “mega city”.

We also dive into a newly discovered deep-sea hotspot bursting with life, Nintendo’s acquisition of Bandai Namco’s Singapore studio, and a cosy sci-fi life-sim shadow-dropping into Xbox Game Pass.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk.

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DLR strike, £82m Somerset House revamp, Cyberpunk 2077’s big win – plus Which? on Black Friday “fake deals”

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On today’s Tech and Science Daily from The Standard, we cover DLR cleaners striking over sick pay on London’s driverless railway, the Courtauld’s £82m plan to transform Somerset House into a state-of-the-art campus, and new UK analysis warning that over-reliance on carbon removals could push up climate costs.

In gaming, Cyberpunk 2077 passes 35 million sales and outpaces The Witcher 3, while in consumer tech Apple is tipped to overtake Samsung as the world’s top smartphone seller thanks to the iPhone 17.

Plus, we’re joined by Which? to reveal why eight in ten Black Friday “bargains” are often the same price, or cheaper, at other times of the year – and how to shop smarter this weekend.

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City Hall questions skinny jabs as physicists spot a cosmic clue

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

City Hall is probing the surge in so-called “skinny jabs”, as London Assembly members warn of unlicensed sellers, counterfeit pens and off-label prescriptions. The hearing digs into how Londoners are accessing GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro — and whether people are being properly protected and informed.

The Environment Agency has released new bathing-water rankings, showing a slight improvement across England’s coasts and lakes — but river sites are still performing badly, with only two out of fourteen meeting basic standards.

Plus, a landmark study in Wales has mapped its most threatened species, revealing around 3,000 plants and animals surviving in just a handful of locations.

Also in this episode:

UK firm Lacuna Space prepares to launch four new “Wisdom of the Trail” satellites to connect remote sensors directly to orbit.
Tokyo astronomers report a potentially promising dark-matter signal in 15 years of Fermi telescope data.
Fujitsu unveils an “ocean digital twin” to speed up certification of blue-carbon projects.
Saudi Arabia’s PIF faces scrutiny over finances amid its $55bn deal to buy EA.
Battlefield 6 launches its free trial via Redsec, unlocking three playlists and maps until 2 December.

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NHS approves ‘living drug’, plus Apple TV’s latest Ice Age epic

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

The NHS approves a groundbreaking new “living drug” for aggressive leukaemia, offering fresh hope for patients whose cancer has returned or resisted treatment — and marking a major win for London’s life sciences sector.

Plus, UCL and Royal Free researchers push forward with greener, cheaper ways to manufacture next-gen cell therapies.

We also look at how UK scientists are repurposing Covid-era mRNA tech to protect against snake venom, and why new climate data shows Europe’s winters — including London’s — are becoming wetter far faster than models predicted.

Later in the episode, we speak to Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age executive producer Mike Gunton about snow sloths, Ice Age surprises, and the lessons ancient climate change still holds today.

Also in this episode:

A new germanium-based quantum material sets a record for hole mobility — and could support faster, cooler and more efficient future chips
Ghost of Yotei drops its biggest update yet, including New Game Plus and a 120Hz mode for PS5 and PS5 Pro
Nintendo rolls out a stability patch for both Switch and Switch 2, fixing data-transfer and Bluetooth issues

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The UK's science and innovation push, plus Grammys chief on tech shaping music

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

The UK’s science and tech sector takes centre stage as leaders gather at the Science Museum for the Innovation for Growth summit, discussing how Britain can turn world-class research into real economic impact.

Plus, London Global Cancer Week shines a spotlight on major new data revealing global differences in cancer survival.

We also speak to Panos Panay, President of the Recording Academy, about how streaming and global connectivity are reshaping music tastes — and why artists performing in non-English languages are thriving like never before.

Also in this episode:

A new report warns the UK is now the most expensive place in the world to build nuclear power.
UK clinicians report early hope in a groundbreaking gene therapy for Hunter syndrome.
The MoD launches the world’s first military esports tournament.
The digital-only PS5 hits its lowest price yet in early Black Friday deals.

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UK Navy takes aim at drones with £316m laser system

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

Britain’s defence tech gets a major boost as the Ministry of Defence signs a £316 million contract to equip Royal Navy ships with DragonFire laser weapon systems — capable of hitting a £1 coin from over a kilometre away. We break down what this leap in naval protection means for jobs, defence, and the UK’s future warfare capabilities.

Plus, one of the UK’s largest prostate cancer studies gets underway, aiming to transform diagnosis and reduce harm for thousands of men.

We also speak to Professor Mark Rowlands about why Plymouth has been crowned the happiest place in the UK to be a dog.

Also in this episode:

UCL scientists identify what triggered a huge ‘earthquake swarm’ near Santorini, detecting magma flows deep beneath the seafloor.
James Webb Space Telescope spots a supermassive black hole that shouldn’t exist, challenging theories of early-universe formation.
Cricket 26 launches ahead of the Ashes, with updated squads, stadiums and “Bazball”-inspired modes.
Google tests Quick Share compatibility with Apple’s AirDrop, hinting at smoother cross-platform file transfers.

For all the latest news, head to standard.co.uk

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AI given a London boost as fintechs raise enormous sums

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

London’s tech scene is awash with fresh investment as AI startups and fintech innovators pull in major funding rounds. We break down what this wave of cash means for the future of jobs and housing, amid London’s booming AI ecosystem.

Plus, AI data scraping battles are intensifying. With lawsuits flying, we speak to Fastly co-founder Simon Wistow about the escalating fight over how AI companies use online content.

Also in this episode:

Google releases Gemini 3, rolling advanced AI tools directly into Search
NASA tracks a rare interstellar comet as it passes through our solar system
PhysicsX, a London “physical AI” startup, has just extended its Series B to more than £117 million
London fintech SAPI raises £60m to support small businesses with flexible repayment tools.
Rent-to-own platform Keyzy secures funding to buy £130m in homes for aspiring first-time buyers

All that, plus the latest from London’s thriving tech and science scene, in today’s Tech & Science Daily.

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REPLAY: Ryan Holiday - What we can learn from Marcus Aurelius | Brave New World

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is joined by bestselling author and modern Stoic thinker Ryan Holiday to unpack today’s media landscape, the rise of echo chambers, and what Stoic leadership looks like in a noisy world.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Magnetic micro robots: revolutionising treatment for stroke and brain tumour patients

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Several major online platforms have been taken offline following a Cloudflare outage.

Spotify, X, Facebook and Canva were all hit when the network broke down in what the company called an “internal service degradation”.

A magnetic micro robot that can travel through tiny blood vessels to deliver medication right where it’s needed has been developed by scientists in Switzerland.

We speak to professor of Robotics and Intelligence Systems at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich Brad Nelson about the new technology, and how it could impact treatment for stroke and brain tumour patients.

Also in this episode:

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says no company "including us” would be immune if the AI bubble bursts
Brit ordered to repay £4m million in cryptocurrency after hacking celebrity social media accounts
Cambridge researchers warn AI could become a “cognitive poison” in schools without a radical rethink of how education is delivered and assessed
UK volcanic rocks coils turn CO2 into stone locking away decades of industrial emissions
IBM and UFC debut an AI system that gives real-time stats to commentators

This episode’s thumbnail image shows how small the latest ETH micro robot is. Credits: Luca Donati / lad.studio Zürich

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Are AI chatbots giving harmful mental health advice?

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

A mental health charity is warning that vulnerable people are being exposed to potentially dangerous advice when they turn to AI for support.Mental Health UK say without safeguards to ensure AI chatbots rely on trusted sources, users could be exposed to serious risks.

Plus, businesses are pouring billions into artificial intelligence, but new data shows much of that work never makes it into daily use.

We speak to Valliance AI’s senior tech value partner Tarek Nseir about what’s holding businesses back from realising the benefits of AI.

Also in this episode:

Criminals are using £20,000 gadgets to break into keyless cars according to a BBC investigation
How a jab for a common virus could lead to new treatment for multiple sclerosis
The tiny ‘cell hotels’ launched into space to reveal how human gut cells behave in zero gravity
The tap-in, tap-out tech being rolled out to make train to airport travel easier
Weather warning as the cold snap hits after Storm Claudia
The high-tech greenhouses using LEDs to grow strawberries in December

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Remote Touch: Scientists discover humans have ‘seventh sense’

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

Scientists have found evidence that humans may have a previously unknown “remote touch” ability - sensing objects beneath surfaces or buried in sand without direct contact.

We're joined by Dr Elisabetta Versace, the study’s lead author and Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Queen Mary University of London, who explains how humans can sense objects without touching them.

Valve unveils new ‘Steam Machine’ games console to rival Xbox and PlayStation that plays PC games through your TV.

Project Fetch: Anthropic carry out experiment to test if AI LLM Claude can help train a robot dog.

Jeff Bezos’s space firm Blue Origin successfully lands rocket booster for the first time - to heat up the space race against Elon Musk’s SpaceX.

Also in this episode:

Samsung hikes memory chip prices by up to 60% as shortage worsens
OnePlus 15: MKBHD calls latest smartphone “not normal”
Tired of waiting for Spotify Wrapped? You can now find your weekly listening stats

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REPLAY: Dr. John Krystal - Why ketamine can solve a mental health epidemic | Brave New World

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Dr John Krystal — Professor of Neuroscience at the Yale School of Medicine — to explore how ketamine could transform the treatment of mental health disorders.

They discuss what ketamine is, how it works, and why it’s being hailed as a breakthrough in tackling the global mental health crisis.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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REPLAY: Dr. Peter Attia - Medicine 3.0 | Brave New World

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with Dr Peter Attia — a leading physician, longevity expert, and bestselling author.

Together they explore Medicine 3.0 — Peter’s blueprint for extending both lifespan and healthspan — and why emotional wellbeing is just as vital as physical health.

“It doesn’t matter how healthy you are,” Peter says, “if the most important relationships in your life are not happy.”

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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REPLAY: Dr. Aubrey de Grey - Why we don’t “have” to age | Brave New World

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Dr Aubrey de Grey — a pioneering biomedical gerontologist and co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation.

Known for his radical views on ageing, Dr de Grey believes we can and should treat ageing as a medical condition, not an inevitability.

In this fascinating conversation, Evgeny and Aubrey explore everything from the ethics of life extension and the science behind reversing cellular damage, to how society might change if ageing becomes optional.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Indigenous leaders join Cop30

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:50:00 GMT

A flotilla of Indigenous leaders have made a symbolic journey from the glaciers of the Andes to Belém, Brazil in time for the COP30 climate summit.

Their mission: to demand a greater role in climate talks and protections for their territories, as extraction industries and climate change press ever deeper into Indigenous lands.

Super Typhoon Fung-wong has weakened after battering the Philippines this weekend.

Wind speeds of around 115 mph dropped to between 80 and 100 mph as the storm moved northeast towards Taiwan.

An international team of scientists has achieved a world-first, creating plasma 'fireballs' to discover how powerful jets from distant black holes stay stable.

Pablo Bilbau, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Oxford, explained what they’ve been doing and why

Also in this episode:

China has partially lifted export controls on key computer chips used in car production

A new national forest has been confirmed for the Oxford-Cambridge corridor

Scientists say camels and llamas could help unlock new treatments for brain disorders

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Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay deal — but can he deliver?

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk, already the world’s richest man, has had a record-breaking pay deal approved — one that could be worth nearly $1 trillion.

At Tesla’s annual meeting in Texas, 75% of shareholders backed the move, giving Musk what’s believed to be the biggest compensation package in corporate history.

But over the next decade, will he hit the huge goals needed to earn it?

Sir Keir Starmer has told COP30 that the UK is “all in” on net zero.

Speaking in Belem, the gateway to the Brazilian Amazon, the Prime Minister said clean energy is key to jobs, growth, and climate security.

It comes as the UN warns 2025 is set to be the second or third hottest year on record, after an “unprecedented streak” of global heat.

The University of Cambridge is offering a new, minimally invasive enzyme injection to treat a severe spinal disease in dogs — the first and only treatment of its kind in the UK.

The injection has been said to have an exceptional success rate.

It targets intervertebral disc disease, which affects around a quarter of dachshunds.

We’ll hear from Professor Paul Freeman at Cambridge’s Veterinary School, who co-developed the treatment with colleagues at Texas A&M University.

Also in this episode:

The much-awaited GTA 6 has been delayed again, now expected in November 2026.

Scientists warn that a common diabetes drug may reduce the benefits of exercise.

Google announces its biggest-ever carbon removal deal, funding restoration of the Amazon rainforest through carbon credits.

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'Vibe coding' makes word of the year, but what does it mean?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:57:40 GMT

Ever heard of “vibe coding”? It's been named Word of the Year by Collins Dictionary, but what does it mean?

You can thank OpenAI's co-founder Andrej Karpathy, who came up with the phrase.

The World Weather Attribution has released new data revealing that climate change significantly amplified Hurricane Melissa’s destructive winds and rainfall.

We speak to the rapid study's co-author, climate scientist Theodore Keeping, from the World Weather Attribution team at Imperial College London.

Three Chinese astronauts are stuck in space for longer than expected, after an unidentified object hits the return spacecraft.

Also in this episode:

UK energy supplier Tomato Energy has collapsed

Prince William honours young environmentalists at Earthshot Prize

The newly described species of toads that give birth to fully formed toadlets

AI chatbots "suffer from brainrot" too

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Marks & Spencer profit drops revealed after massive cyber attack

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:43:55 GMT

Marks & Spencer’s revealed the impact of a massive cyber attack earlier this year. The retailer says profits were hit hard when hackers took them offline at Easter, knocking out online sales and leaving shelves bare for weeks.

Elsewhere, scientists in London are looking at whether wireless power could be used to keep lunar rovers running in space. The collaboration between Imperial College London and MSA Space is being funded by the UK Space Agency.

Suze Cooper speaks to Professor of Electrical Energy Conversion at Imperial, Paul Mitcheson, about what it could mean for future space exploration.

Also in this episode…

Plans to block scam mobile calls from abroad within a year
Is Government red tape causing UK science and tech to ‘bleed out’?
Scientists warn geoengineering could trigger droughts and hurricanes
Sky Live to be discontinued less than three years after launch
WhatsApp officially arrives for Apple Watch wearers
An extra reason to look to the skies this bonfire night

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OpenAI’s $38 billion deal with Amazon

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:33:16 GMT

OpenAI has signed a $38 billion (£29 billion) deal with Amazon.The seven-year partnership gives OpenAI access to Amazon Web Services. It’s the latest in a string of partnerships necessary to ensure what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman describes as the ‘massive, reliable compute’ needed to scale up AI.

Elsewhere, UK scientists have developed a gel that encourages teeth to regrow their own enamel - something long thought impossible. We speak to Professor Alvaro Mata, Chair in Biomedical Engineering & Biomaterials at the University of Nottingham, about how it works and why it’s a breakthrough for oral healthcare.

Also in this episode…

Victims of ‘silent scandal’ pregnancy drug call for UK inquiry
Study shows walking 5,000 steps a day could slow Alzheimer’s-linked brain decline
Amazon rolls out UK’s largest fleet of electric lorries
Are video game developers breaking the law by ‘switching off’ games people have purchased?
The campaign calling on parents to get their kids moving this winter
Can chimpanzees make rational decisions?

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Water companies urged to clean up ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:12:59 GMT

Water companies are being urged to clean up potentially harmful ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water.

High levels of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances have been discovered in UK water sources and while industry body Water UK says it’s still safe to drink - they are calling for a ban on the chemicals to avoid future problems.

Also in this episode, The Bionic Awards are coming to London. Entries are now open for the inaugural event to be held in Shoreditch next year.

We speak to founder of the awards and London Standard tech editor Alex Pell along with AI filmmaker Diane Laidlaw of Afro Futcha, about the importance of recognising AI creativity.

Plus…

A new £1.9million study will look at whether AI can help doctors make better decisions around how to treat prostate cancer
New research shows skipping breakfast might leave you feeling hungry but won’t impact your thinking skills
The Microsoft glitch that’s waited 10 years for a fix
A new sustainable tub for Cadbury’s Heroes and a change to the chocolate line-up

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The Science of Fear | Replay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Behavioural scientist Coltan Scrivner, from the Recreational Fear Lab, explains the science behind our fascination with fear.

In this episode:

What is morbid curiosity?
How our bodies react to horror
Why are we drawn to shows like Terrifier 2 and Netflix’s Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
Do we lack empathy if we like scary films?
Recurring themes in horror movies and why they’re used
The morbid films a behavioural scientist watches…
Can horror have a bad impact on our mental health, or is it beneficial?

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Trump revives nuclear testing after 30 years

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, citing the need to stay on an “equal basis” with Russia and China.

Virgin is to take on the Channel Tunnel, challenging thirty years of Eurostar dominance.

Ahead of the release of Small Achievable Goals on ITVX on November 1st, we join Canadian actress and writer, Meredith MacNeill, who stars as Kris in the show.

Meredith talks about bringing menopause to the screen with humour and honesty.

The Government confirms £55bn boost for science and tech research and development.

Also in this episode:

MAX conference: Adobe unveils a series of new AI-powered tools

Mediterranean diet can help tackle IBS symptoms, trial finds

Astronomers have made an unexpected discovery at the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS — one of only three ever observed

Dictionary.com has chosen “6‑7” as its 2025 Word of the Year

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Nvidia nears $5 trillion market value after AI announcements

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Nvidia is poised to reach a $5 trillion dollar market value after its shares jumped 5% following a string of announcements at its annual GPU Technology Conference.

Hurricane Melissa has hit Cuba after ferocious winds caused power outages and catastrophic damage across Jamaica.

And why looking at art in galleries can provide immediate stress relief, with Dr Tony Woods from King's College London.

Also in this episode:

OpenAI completes shift to becoming for-profit

Morning-after pill is now available for free in pharmacies across England

Scientists conclude how corals rebuild themselves on the reef

Three big cats have specialist CT scans to solve medical mystery

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Amazon layoffs: 14,000 jobs slashed as AI reshapes workforce

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

All main global operations are understood to be impacted, with the UK among those to see office roles axed.

Storm hunters fly into Hurricane Melissa as Jamaica braces for 'storm of the century'.

To hear our chat with Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Rudman, click here.

From December, Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat will start blocking users under the age of 16 in Australia.

And, why the British Library's 'Secret Maps' exhibition is so significant now, with Nick Dykes, Curator of Modern Map Collections. Plus, why Taylor Swift may even draw a crowd.

Also in this episode:

Turkey hit by a magnitude 6.1 earthquake

Suffolk on alert following a new bird flu outbreak

CRISPR-engineered pig kidney keeps man alive for nine months

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Hurricane Melissa: 'Jamaica's most destructive storm yet'

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:00:30 GMT

Hurricane Melissa is now Category 5, meaning it is the strongest storm to hit Jamaica since 1988.

As of 5 a.m. EDT on Monday, maximum sustained winds of 160 mph were recorded.

How destructive is Storm Melissa going to be? How much rainfall is expected to hit Jamaica, and has climate change played a role in its intensity?

We speak to Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Rudman, from the Met Office.

Also in this episode:

Is the US finally closer to a TikTok deal?

Rapid blood test for children ‘could spot sepsis and save lives’

Microsoft reveals its latest AI-powered tools to search the web

Why “hangxiety” is very much real, according to science

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Why do the clocks go back? with curator of time, Dr Emily Akkermans

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

From 2am on October 26th, the clock change will mark the end of British Summer Time (BST) and the start of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

But when did the tradition begin? To find out more, we speak to the Curator of Time at Royal Museums Greenwich, Dr Emily Akkermans.

Sir Keir Starmer has said digital IDs will “cut the faff”, in a bid to reverse scepticism for the scheme.

To learn more about the government's proposed digital ID's, listen here.

Plus, a biology teacher has become the first patient in the UK to receive a “gamechanger” therapy for multiple sclerosis (MS).

Also in this episode:

-OpenAI will be able to store data on British soil for the first time under a new Government deal

-For the first time, questions about menopause will be included in NHS health checks

-Amazon have unveiled 'Amelia', their AI-powered AR glasses for their delivery drivers

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Swizz Beatz on the Creative 100 and why he's not afraid of AI | special

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT

We're joined by Swizz Beatz, a GRAMMY-winning producer who’s worked with Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, and Busta Rhymes.

He’s also the co-founder of The Dean Collection, established with his wife, Alicia Keys.

Swizz has announced a new global partnership with Qatar Airways - launching the Creative 100, a platform celebrating and connecting the world’s most visionary creatives.

He also tells us about redesigning aeroplanes, why he's not afraid of artificial intelligence, and the one piece of tech he can’t live without when he's creating.

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas to rival Google Chrome

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

OpenAI has unveiled its new AI-powered web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, now available for Mac users and coming soon to Windows, iOS and Android.

The browser lets you chat with ChatGPT while you surf the web, summarise pages, and even perform actions like booking flights — all designed to make browsing more interactive and personalised.

Eurostar unveils its first-ever double-decker electric trains, set to run between London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam by 2031.

Plus, a tiny eye implant helps people with advanced macular degeneration regain sight in a world-first trial.

We speak to the trial’s lead investigator Mr Mahi Muqit, a consultant vitreoretinal surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.

Also in this episode:

The Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack is now estimated to be the most economically damaging hack in UK history

Elon Musk fires back at NASA’s chief as tensions rise in the new space race

Storm Benjamin set to batter the UK with 70mph winds and heavy rain later this week

Masked thieves pull off a daring daylight robbery at the Louvre, stealing royal jewels worth €88 million

And a glossy ibis is spotted in a new part of Scotland for the first time, as climate change shifts migration patterns

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The ‘menopause gold rush’ that’s exploiting women’s health gaps

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:24:22 GMT

Experts are warning that women are being exploited by a growing ‘menopause gold rush’ as companies and influencers rush to give profit-driven advice.It’s led to a call for a national education programme to ensure women get clear, evidence-based support and advice.

Meanwhile, UK scientists are hoping to join NASA in working on the Habitable Worlds Observatory - a new telescope designed to search for signs of life on distant planets.We hear from Dr Vincent Van Eylen, Associate Professor in Exoplanets at UCL’s Mullard Space Science Laboratory about the project and what it means for the UK’s role in future space exploration.

Also in this episode:

AI could give NHS staff back 400,000 hours a month
MPs are questioning why UK’s key online services rely on Amazon after yesterday’s major outage
Space debris that has fallen to Earth is thought to be from a Chinese rocket
Microsoft confirms next-gen Xbox is in development
Bingo, holidays and meals out are helping older men stay stronger for longer

Hear Rachelle Abbott's interview about the AWS outage from yesterday's Tech & Science Daily. She speaks with Antonio Weiss, a Senior Partner at The Public Services Consultants, and former Senior Digital Adviser to Sir Keir Starmer, about the internet disruption.

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What caused the Amazon Web Services outage?

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

A huge internet outage caused widespread global disruption on Monday, with a number of major websites and apps experiencing significant service issues.

The issue was linked to a problem on cloud computing provider, Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Major organisations such as HMRC, Lloyds Bank, Ring Doorbell, Snapchat, Slack, and Fortnite were among those affected, with outage monitoring website Downdetector reporting a massive spike in errors, 6.5 million in total worldwide.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to Sir Keir Starmer’s former Senior Digital Adviser, Antonio Weiss, who is now a senior partner at The Public Services Consultants.

Also in this episode:

-Why European astronauts are training to fly helicopters ahead of lunar missions…

-Alongside Cate Blanchett, The King has hailed the work of Kew Gardens' Millennium Seed Bank 25 years after it opened

-Birth of rare female eastern mountain bongo is a ‘significant milestone’ for species

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Why ‘the internet is getting worse’ from digital activist, Cory Doctorow

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What To Do About It by digital activist Cory Doctorow is now out in hardback.

In his new book, Cory explains why the internet is getting worse - and who is behind it.

The Standard’s Will Rogers-Coltman sat down with Cory to dig a bit deeper.

Will joins us on the podcast to tell us what Enshittification is, and why Cory thinks AI is heading for a “ghastly crash”.

Also in this episode:

A ‘game-changing’ HIV prevention jab will be offered in England and Wales

Around 300,000 military veterans are now able to download their digital ID cards

The five plants to protect your home from flood damage, according to Defra

OpenAI pauses Sora video generations of Dr Martin Luther King Jr

'Growing evidence that students achieve higher grades when using AI to study'- Pearson

The number of bees at risk of extinction in Europe

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Asbestos claims put Johnson’s Baby Powder on trial in the UK — we speak to an expert

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Thousands of people have alleged that they, or a family member, developed forms of ovarian cancer after using Johnson’s Baby Powder — and are now seeking damages at the High Court in London.

The pharmaceutical giant has been accused of knowingly selling talcum powder in the UK that was contaminated with asbestos.

To find out more about the case and what comes next, we spoke to The Standard’s courts correspondent, Tristan Kirk.

We also spoke to Dr Adam Clancy, lecturer in Materials Chemistry at UCL, to learn more about the mineral talc, its connection to asbestos, and its potential effects on the human body.

Plus, Apple has introduced its new M5 chip across the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro.

Health officials have also announced that newborn babies in England will be routinely screened for a rare genetic condition that can cause long-term health problems if left untreated.

Also in this episode:

UK railways get a brand new clock design for the first time in half a century

The Asus ROG Ally X handheld goes up for pre-order

Why experts are calling for an end to the “shrink it and pink it” approach to women’s running shoes

The ‘magical’ moment a 3,000-year-old secret of the Peebles Hoard is revealed

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Scientists find a way to “see” anxiety in the brain

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Scientists have found a way to “see” anxiety in the brain.This is the first study of its kind looking at the intense "avoid-avoid conflict" anxiety.

Participants took part in a video game-style task, which was designed by PhD student Ben Stocker - who joins us to discuss the findings in more detail.

Meta has introduced a PG-13 cinema-style rating for teenagers using Instagram.

And an image of a rare hyena in a ghost town wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

Also in this episode:

-Scientists have warned the planet has reached its first catastrophic climate tipping point

-OpenAI’s ChatGPT will soon be able to have erotic conversations with users

-And new analysis of Ice Age fossils suggests hippos lived in Central Europe much later than previously thought

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Apple announces renewables investment across Europe

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Apple has announced a major expansion of its renewables investment in Europe.

It's part of the company's ongoing effort to cut the carbon footprint caused by customers powering and charging Apple devices.

By 2030, Apple aims to become carbon neutral across its entire supply chain.

According to researchers from University College London, quitting smoking in middle age or later is linked to slower age-related cognitive decline over the long term.

To find out more, we spoke to lead author Dr Mikaela Bloomberg from UCL’s Institute of Epidemiology & Health Care.

And – eating peppermints can increase alertness in people who are ill with the common cold.

Also in this episode:

Which breweries are using artificial intelligence to develop their latest beers?

TikTok: campaigners warn millions of users will be at risk if London office closes

Scientists say some dogs could be as addicted to toys as humans are with online gambling and gaming

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Is God real? French engineers say science can prove it | special

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Is God real?

Since the Big Bang Theory was proposed, it has been a point of contention between science and religion.

To tie in with the release of the English edition of God: The Science, The Evidence, The Standard's features writer Claudia Cockerell spoke to one of its authors, French engineer Michel-Yves Bolloré.

Their book claims that there is evidence of the existence of God.

Claudia walks us through the book, their evidence, and the reaction from cosmologists.

To read the full article, click here.

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70,000 Discord users hit by cyber data breach

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Around 70,000 users of Discord globally could have had sensitive data stolen by hackers.

The platform says criminals targeted a third-party service called 5CA, hired for age verification appeals.

Data stolen includes official ID photographs, and potentially personal information such as partial credit card numbers and messages.

A new tool is being developed by MI:RNA to help diagnose osteoarthritis in dogs earlier.

Qualified vet and Chief Scientific Officer, Robert Coultous, joins us to tell us more.

Acclaimed violinist Esther Abrami on London’s Southbank Centre and TikTok’s new accelerator programme for classical content creators.

Also in this episode:

-‘Viewing own face through baby filter could help unlock memories’

-Scientists transplant a pig liver into a human

-20,000 people to help drive mental health research

-Incense bowl and helmet handle among finds at National Trust estate dig

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REPLAY: Dame Helen Mirren - 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to see GPS' | Brave New World

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren.

Now, this is a bit of a break from the usual guests on Tech & Science Daily, but in this wide ranging conversation Evgeny and Dame Helen discuss everything from the evolution of technology, ageing, to the contemporary media landscape and social media.

“It’s so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS”

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Teenagers arrested after nursery cyber attack

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Two teenagers have been arrested after a ransomware attack stole data from a nursery chain in London.

The Met Police say the pair, aged 17, have been arrested on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail.

Cyberhackers were said to be using the pictures and names of about 8,000 children, to demand ransom money.

Women who have a caesarean birth at an advanced stage of labour are about eight times more likely to devolop scars in the womb, which are known to increase the likelihood of premature births in the future.

To learn more, we’re joined by Anna David, Professor and Consultant in Obstetrics and Maternal Fetal Medicine at University College London Hospital, and she’s also Director of the Institute for Women’s Health at UCL.

Plus, why gold prices have rocketed to a new all-time high.

Also in this episode:

Meta updates Facebook's algorithm to give you more of what you actually want to see

A modified Land Rover that even had a propeller to cross the Bering Strait, is going to auction

An athlete runs the entire circumference of Cornwall to raise money for Alzheimer's disease

What city has used enough power to make over 850 billion cups of tea?

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Clean energy hits historic milestone as renewables surpass coal

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The world may be at a crucial turning point in the transition to clean power.

A new analysis by energy think tank Ember shows renewable energy generation has overtaken coal globally for the first time on record.

We’re joined by Robert Palmer, deputy director at Uplift, to unpack what this milestone means for the future of energy — from falling costs and growing solar capacity to the political will needed to phase out oil and gas.

Also in this episode:

Spotify users can now use ChatGPT to find music and create playlists

The Met police dismantle a criminal network suspected of smuggling 40,000 stolen phones out of the UK

Jaguar Land Rover resumes manufacturing after major cyber attack

Nutrition science firm ZOE launches an AI-powered gut health app

Pine martens return to Exmoor National Park for the first time in a century

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What is motor neurone disease? Former England captain Lewis Moody reveals diagnosis

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Former England captain and 2003 World Cup winner Lewis Moody has revealed that he’s been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).

What is motor neurone disease, what are the symptoms, how is it diagnosed, and can sport cause the condition?

We join UCL’s professor of clinical neurology, Andrea Malaspina.

Professor Malaspina is also clinical and academic lead of the Queen Square Motor Neuron Disease Centre.

Also in this episode:

The world’s leading AI event, HumanX, is officially coming to Europe in 2026

The Big Issue partners with tech company Lenovo to equip charities with laptops

Storm Amy: Thousands of homes remain without power

The Andrew Law Gallery at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum reopens this October

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Breakthrough eczema technology 'could end misery for millions' | special

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The device called Tissue Metrics could transform the way eczema is diagnosed and treated.

In the UK, there are 1.5 million adults who suffer from the condition.

Their tech aims to provide objective data for faster and more accurate eczema diagnosis and treatment - even within a week.

To find how the technology works and why this will “end misery for millions”, we speak to lead researcher, Professor Michael Crichton from Herriot-Watt University.

Clip courtesy of STV news.

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Dame Jane Goodall dies aged 91: "A great loss to the scientific world"

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The world’s leading primatologist, Dame Jane Goodall, has died aged 91.

Jane dedicated more than sixty years of her life to studying chimpanzees and conservation.

We hear from Dan Simmonds, London Zoo’s Animal Operations Manager, and Dr Jake Brooker, a postdoctoral researcher in primatology at the University of Durham.

Also in this episode:

The Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin on Storm Amy, as weather warnings are upgraded to amber

Instagram’s boss says the app does not listen to our conversations

Experts call for sunbed ban

Walking shapes how our brains process sound, study suggests

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NHS virtual hospital to deliver 'millions of appointments' digitally

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Sir Keir Starmer revealed a new NHS virtual hospital at the Labour conference. Available via the NHS app from 2027, the government says it will deliver “millions of appointments” between patients and consultants across the country, as well as help manage tests, scans and prescriptions.

From today, every GP practice in England will have to let patients book online appointments throughout the day.

Also in this episode, 2.8 billion-year-old lunar rock samples suggest that the interior of the mysterious dark side of the moon may be colder than we once thought. To find out why this research is important, and why the two sides of the moon are different, we join Professor Yang Li from UCL’s Department of Earth Sciences and Peking University, co-author of the new study.

Plus, Amazon reveals the new Kindle Scribe Colorsoft at their 2025 Hardware Event. They also announced four new Echo devices and more Ring doorbells.

And the rest:

E-bikes and e-scooter fires are on course to reach an all-time high this year, new analysis reveals
A new species of Jurassic reptile has been discovered, and it's related to lizards and snakes
Why burning wood indoors could cause damage in a similar way to cigarette smoke
Robot cars vs the police...

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UK cyber attacks: “Bluntly, we’re very at risk”

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The ninth annual Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report has landed. It reveals 80% of companies report paying a ransom to recover or protect critical data, and 59% of SMEs experienced a cyberattack in the last 12 months.

In light of cyber attacks on firms such as Jaguar and Marks & Spencer, we spoke to Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder of IT security service ThreatLocker.

Danny told us the UK is "very at risk" from cyber attacks, and explains what the government need to do to protect businesses.

YouTube to settle lawsuit with US President Donald Trump over account suspension. The president had his account temporarily banned following the Capitol riots in January 2021.

And an NHS hospital has become the first to offer a new, non-invasive ovarian cancer surveillance test.

Also in this episode:

-Video game maker Electronic Arts agrees record $55bn buyout to go private

-Woman convicted after Met Police make 'world's largest' cryptocurrency seizure worth £5.5bn

-The unique Stratus Covid symptom, as cases rise across UK

-1 in 3 would walk away from someone having an epileptic seizure, according to a new study

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GPS train ticket trial kicks off in England

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Rail minister Lord Hendy has said the government are bringing train tickets “into the 21st century”.

From Monday, passengers travelling on Northern train services between Harrogate and Leeds will be able to pay for their journey using an app on their phone - while on the move.

Jaguar Land Rover will restart some production in "the coming days".

Trees in the Amazon are growing despite threats from man-made climate change.

Plus, Dr Simon Erridge on why expanding NHS access to medical cannabis could add more than £13bn to the UK economy - and help thousands of people with long-term health conditions return to work.

We also speak to patient Fatma Mehmet from Hertfordshire, who says medical cannabis has been life-changing.

Also in this episode:

-People may age faster if their father smoked during puberty, study finds

-Did our species walk on Earth half a million years earlier than previously thought?

-Professor Brian Cox unveils his next - and biggest - tour yet.

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What is a digital government ID in the UK?

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The Prime Minister has confirmed controversial plans to roll out digital IDs, which will be available on people’s phones by the end of this Parliament.

We speak to cybersecurity expert Alex Laurie, SVP at Ping Identity, about what the scheme means for personal data and online safety.

Meanwhile, conservationists warn Britain is “shockingly underprepared” for climate change as extreme weather devastates habitats and species across the country.

Also in this episode:

Xiaomi unveils a $630 smartphone to rival the iPhone 17 – and even takes on Tesla with its new EV models
Police launch a crackdown on vape spiking across London’s nightlife
The All-American Rejects release a video game–inspired music video, directed by Jamie Thraves
Children raised around dogs may face a lower risk of asthma, say Canadian researchers
Scientists in Australia test bite-resistant wetsuits designed to reduce shark attack injuries

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UK government weighs Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack rescue plan

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Rachelle speaks to YouTuber Brandon B on the importance of the creator economy to the UK.

A new cross-party forum to support the creator economy has been unveiled at the YouTube festival.

This will act as a bridge between creators and Westminster.

According to an impact report carried out by Oxford Economics, YouTube content creators contributed £2.2bn to the UK economy in 2024 and supported 45,000 jobs.

Plus, following the major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover, the Government is now considering stepping in to help keep its suppliers.

Earlier this week, JLR extended its pause in production until October 1st.

And, a warning to the band Muse… Scientists discover that supermassive blackholes may not be as massive after all.

Also in this episode:

PlayStation State of Play: A release date and trailer for Marvel: Wolverine revealed
New cancer cases worldwide could rise by 61% by 2050 – study
New nature detecting sensors have been added to the Natural History Museum gardens

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Scientists confirm asteroid strike caused North Sea crater

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:44:04 GMT

An AI tool that’s already helped the UK government claw back almost half a billion pounds in fraud is set to be rolled out worldwide.

The Fraud Risk Assessment Accelerator identifies loopholes in policy to prevent them being exploited by fraudsters.

Meanwhile, scientists have confirmed the Silverpit Crater off the coast of Yorkshire was formed by an asteroid. We speak to associate professor at Heriot Watt University Uisdean Nicholson about the findings.

Also in this episode:

More than 200 leading politicians and scientists have warned the UN that AI needs binding international limits by 2026
More than 70 ‘super-battery’ projects get one step close to being funded and boosting renewable energy storage
Chinese scientists say a rogue gravitational wave could be a signal from another universe
Trophies for Tomb Raider: Anniversary are spotted online - could this mean a surprise October release?
Sweden pitches itself as the remedy you need for your physical and mental health

Today’s thumbnail image shows a seismic map of the top of the Silverpit Crater. Credit: Uisdean Nicholson.

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Doctors dismiss Trump’s paracetamol in pregnancy claim

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:31:44 GMT

Health secretary Wes Streeting is urging pregnant women to ignore Donald Trump’s claims about a link between paracetamol and autism, calling them ‘dangerous’ and 'without evidence'.

The comments have sparked outrage among scientists and campaigners on both sides of the Atlantic.

To explain why paracetamol remains the NHS’s first-line choice for pain management in pregnancy, Suze Cooper is joined by Professor Dimitris Siassakos, professor of obstetrics and gynaecology at University College London and honorary consultant at UCLH.

Also in this episode:

The EU’s cybersecurity agency says the attack that disrupted flights at Heathrow was caused by ransomware
Jaguar Land Rover extends its ‘production pause’ until October following the cyber attack on their systems earlier this month
Nvidia pledges $100 billion (£73bn) to power openAI’s next generation of AI models
Mars says all ten of its European chocolate factories are now running on renewable energy
New government plans could see water-saving showers and toilets fitted as standard in new homes
NASA announces its class of 2025 as ten astronauts prepare for two years of training

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Who is behind Heathrow cyber attack? Plus, Trump's family TikTok plans

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:52:32 GMT

Flights at Heathrow have been disrupted by a major cyber attack.

We speak to ESET’s Global Cybersecurity Advisor Jake Moore about the issues that took the boarding tech offline, throwing the airport into chaos.

Also in this episode:

Donald Trump says the Murdochs could be part of US team to stop TikTok being banned in the US.
A Lib Dem proposal to boost online safety could lead to social media health warnings every time you open your favourite app.
More people see AI as a risk than an opportunity according to new research from the Tony Blair Institute.
Could Cycle to Work become Workout from Work? ukactive pushes for government support to get our fitness levels up.
Apple users in the EU are missing out on the latest features amid Brussel’s data sharing row.

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F1’s George Russell on how data is used for split-second decision making

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

We caught up with George before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to find out how data and technology shape his preparation and his split-second decisions on the track.

Microsoft have revealed their newest AI datacentre in the US and say it’s the world’s most powerful.

MI6 is launching a new dark web portal called Silent Courier to attract new recruits.

Also in this episode:

-Most Caribbean corals will be eroding in 15 years’ time

-Two teenagers charged over Transport for London cyber attack

-The Royal Mint on the giant Monopoly human-sized boardgame in London

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Google’s Robby Stein on AI and the Future of Search | special

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Google’s VP of Search, Robby Stein, joins us for an in-depth look at the future of search.

Having first joined Google in 2007, Stein has since led teams at Instagram and Artifact, co-founded Yahoo-acquired startup Stamped, and returned last year to oversee Google Search. He’s now driving the company’s generative AI products, designed to help people “search effortlessly.”

This week, Google expanded its AI-powered search tools into more languages — including Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean and Brazilian Portuguese.

And back in July, it rolled out AI Mode in the UK, offering conversational answers instead of the traditional list of links.

We ask:

How are Google’s latest AI updates changing search?
Why launch now, and how long have these developments been in the works?
What are the most popular searches right now — and how detailed can results get?
What does the future of search look like?
How can website owners and publishers adapt to this new model?
Why was it so important to add more languages?
And how accurate — and safe — is AI Mode really?

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UK-US tech deal: Microsoft, Google investing £31bn in AI infrastructure

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Britain and the US have struck a tech deal that could bring billions of pounds of investment to the UK.

The “tech prosperity deal”, announced as Mr Trump arrived in the UK on Tuesday night, will see the UK and US cooperate in areas including artificial intelligence, quantum computing and nuclear power.

It comes alongside £31 billion of investment in Britain from America’s top technology companies, including Microsoft and Google.

Plus, we're joined by Professor John Morton, co-founder and CTO of Quantum Motion.

His team have just delivered a full-stack quantum computer to the UK National Quantum Computing Centre.

They believe they’re on track to bring commercially useful quantum computers to market this decade.

This is the first fully functioning quantum computer of its kind to be built using the same silicon chip technology that powers every PC, smartphone and tech device we’re used to.

Also in this episode:

-Doctors say women with long COVID are prone to longer and heavier periods

-OpenAI apply restriction tools to ChatGPT for those under-18

-A new tool could help catch cases of ovarian cancer sooner

-Thermal drones deployed to monitor native animals under threat

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REPLAY: Anxiety & why the brain ‘knows how to heal’ with NuCalm’s Jim Poole | Brave New World

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

This is a cut-down preview of Brave New World, hosted Evgeny Lebedev. Evgeny is joined by Jim Poole, chairman, president and chief executive of Solace Life Sciences. They explore the evolution of the human brain, anxiety and how to deregulate the amygdala, a small, almond-shaped part of the brain that plays a central role, which Jim says ‘feeds on fear’. Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Musk responds to sanctions call over Tommy Robinson rally remarks

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

In a post on X, Elon Musk has branded Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey a “craven coward”.

Sir Ed accused the American billionaire of “inciting violence” with his appearance at the Unite the Kingdom protest on Saturday.

And he called for the Tesla owner to be sanctioned over the remarks he made.

The UK and the US have agreed a deal to boost the building of nuclear plants in both countries.

The Atlantic Partnership for Advanced Nuclear Energy is expected to be signed during Donald Trump’s state visit this week.

Could keyboards, remote controls, alarms and sensors soon be battery-free?

An international team has developed durable new solar cells capable of harvesting energy from indoor light.

For more, we speak to project lead, Dr Mojtaba Abdi-Jalebi, Associate Professor at the Institute for Materials Discovery, UCL.

Also in this episode:

-The government announce a major new UK drone factory for 2026

-Leaders of global video games industry gather for Edinburgh summit

-A new confidential app to support those bereaved by suicide has been launched

-Despite having eight arms, octopuses do pick a favourite for certain tasks

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Mice with mini steering wheels reveal more about how our brains work

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:54:06 GMT

Mice using mini steering wheels are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain makes decisions.

Research from the International Brain Laboratory shows decision-making isn’t confined to just a handful of brain regions as once thought, it’s actually distributed much more widely.

Suze Cooper spoke to Professor Alexandre Pouget from the University of Geneva’s basic neuroscience department about the findings and what they might mean for people with brain conditions.

Watch the brain map video here.

Also in this episode:

A government trial shows why human oversight is so important when it comes to using AI to write computer code
The Information Commissioner’s Office warns children are hacking their school IT systems ‘for fun’
Spotify is rolling out lossless audio to Premium users - but you will need to reach for your wired headphones to hear the difference
The number of electric vehicle charging points at supermarkets has gone up by a third since the start of last year according to stats from the RAC
The internet sleuths who cracked the mystery of an unknown wedding guest for a Scottish couple

Today’s episode art work shows a brain-wide map featuring 75,000 analysed neurons. Each dot is linearly scaled according to the raw average firing rate of that neuron up to a maximum size. Credit: Dan Birman, International Brain Laboratory.

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Hawking’s Black Hole theory proven right after 50 years

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

After fifty years of debate, Dr Geraint Pratten from the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham tells us how their research on recorded gravitational waves has confirmed Stephen Hawking’s most famous black hole theory.

A drug for a rare disease that causes sudden vision loss is now available on the NHS.

Jaguar Land Rover confirms data was compromised in last week’s cyberattack.

Also in this episode:

-Have NASA found evidence of life on Mars?

-London’s "Wet Wipe Island" has finally been cleared. John Headway, Thames Water’s Head of Tideway Integration Group, shares some of their more unusual finds - including a pair of men's trousers.

-The lizard that gave birth despite not mating, with Scott Adams, Director of the Exotic Zoo in Telford, Shropshire.

Image credit: Aurore Simonnet (SSU/EdEon)/LVK/URI

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Is Apple’s thinnest-ever iPhone any good, or all hype?

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT

We run through Apple’s latest offerings, such as their thinnest iPhone ever, the iPhone 17 line-up and AirPod upgrades with Tech Editor, Alex Pell.

Will we ever see a foldable phone? And why was the lack of AI announcements surprising?

Patients with suspected dementia are taking part in a nationwide trial of a promising new blood test for Alzheimer's.

The Metropolitan Police Commissioner says over 700 arrests have been made this year through their live facial recognition technology.

Also in this episode:

-The mystery of why two prehistoric flying reptiles died has been solved

-A 'pioneering' oyster reef is being built off the Norfolk coast to boost biodiversity

-Scientists say it’s likely Mars has a solid inner core

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Nepal’s PM resigns after deadly social media ban protests

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Nepal’s prime minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned as deadly anti-government protests against a social media ban and political corruption escalate.

Microsoft have launched an ambient clinical AI assistant for the NHS.

Apple have a brand new iPhone on the way…

Also in this episode:

-Have scientists found an atmosphere around an Earth-like exoplanet?

-Sainsbury’s has rolled out facial recognition in two stores

-Major new study launched tracking thousands of babies

-The age of Sycamore Gap tree is revealed

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What is Romance Fraud? Fjellhøy on Netflix’s Love Con Revenge – ‘They hack our emotions’ | special

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:32:48 GMT

Remember The Tinder Swindler? Rachelle Abbott is joined by Cecilie Fjellhøy who, with the help of private investigator Brianne Joseph, is now helping other victims of romance fraud.

In a new six-part series on Netflix, Love Con Revenge, we see Cecilie and Brianne gather evidence and track down five alleged perpetrators, helping victims take back control.

In this episode:

-Cecilie’s story

-What romance fraud is

-Where these crimes start

-How such in-depth cases fit into six episodes

-Car chases and stakeouts

-Why these crimes should be taken more seriously by authorities

-The criticism Cecilie faced after The Tinder Swindler

-Has Love Con Revenge helped Cecilie feel more validated?

-The warning signs of a romance scammer

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The flexible underwater robot created to take on risky deep sea dives

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:27:44 GMT

Thousands of people who could benefit from weight-loss jab Mounjaro could be missing out due to NHS finding shortfalls.

We’re joined by project manager Rowanne Miller from the UK’s National Robotarium to hear how engineers have developed a flexible robot which could prevent deep sea divers from having to carry out risky underwater inspections.

Also in this episode…

Domestic abuse charities raise concerns that Sunday’s nationwide Emergency Alerts test could reveal hidden phones
The launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong creates a global gaming frenzy bringing down major gaming stores
Sky-watchers prepare for Sunday’s total lunar eclipse as the Moon turns red over the UK

The image used for this episode shows the tentacle-like underwater robot developed at the UK’s National Robotarium which is based at Heriot Watt University’s campus in Edinburgh. Credit: Ben Glasgow

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M&S hackers behind Jaguar Land Rover attack

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:02:20 GMT

Hackers who took Marks & Spencer offline for six weeks have claimed responsibility for a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover.

Great Ormond Street Hospital is to roll out AI transcription for outpatient services after trials showed doctors were spending almost 25% more time with patients by using it.

Plus, as students head back to school, Rachelle Abbott talks to Gemini product manager Nupur Jain about the new AI guided learning tool that breaks down the most complex of subjects into bite-sized chunks.

Also in this episode:

People with a form of blood cancer are living twice as long as they were 20 years ago
SpaceX adds 28 Starlink satellites to its giant broadband network
The latest James Bond is revealed - no not that one! Developer IO Interactive announces who will play a young 007 in their origin story video game, set for release next year

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Google keeps Chrome and UK heads closer to energy drink ban for under-16s

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:36:33 GMT

Google can keep hold of Chrome but has been ordered to share data with rivals by a US judge. It’s the latest development in the tech giant’s legal battle over whether it’s created an ‘online search monopoly’.

The government’s announced a 12-week consultation into proposals which could see the sale of high caffeine energy drinks to under-16s banned. We spoke to consultant in paediatric emergency medicine and officer for health improvements at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health Helen Stewart about the health impact of these drinks on young teens.

Also in this episode:

OpenAI adds parental control features to ChatGPT after a family in California filed a lawsuit against them over the death of their son TW: Suicide
Gel manicures could be losing their goss after the EU banned one of the key ingredients due to concerns over its toxicity
The tiny x-ray scanners being introduced to supermarkets that could tell you whether your avo is ready to smash or slice

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REPLAY: Deepak Chopra on why AI is the future of medicine | Brave New World

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

For this preview of Brave New World, we look at why AI is the future of medicine.

Alternative medicine advocate and best-selling author Deepak Chopra joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to discuss why artificial intelligence is the key to unlocking both personal and spiritual growth, and why humanity is at a crucial crossroads with technology.

The health and wellness expert has been at the intersection of science and spirituality for nearly 50 years.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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A devastating magnitude 6 earthquake shakes Afghanistan

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:10:47 GMT

Authorities in Kabul are yet to confirm the official death toll as they work to reach remote areas.

Almost half (47%) of professionals say learning AI feels like a “second job”, according to new research.

For more, we’re joined by LinkedIn career expert Charlotte Davies.

The Met Office reveals this year’s list of winter storm names, picked by the public.

Also in this episode:

-Why South Australia has banned plastic fish-shaped soy sauce dispensers

-Could you curb your bad drinking habits with a little help from your friends?

-Scottish trio set a world record for Pacific Ocean rowing mission

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NHS chickenpox vaccine, Microsoft's AI models, and glow in the dark plants, plus more

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:38:05 GMT

A vaccine for chickenpox will be rolled out on the NHS in England from January. The jab will be offered as a combined immunisation that will eventually replace the MMR vaccine.

Microsoft have unveiled their two upcoming in-house AI models. MAI-Voice-1, a natural speech generation model, and MAI-1-preview, first homegrown foundation model trained end-to-end.

An AI tool to end childhood sleep apnoea bottlenecks goes into NHS trials in Scotland. To find out more, we spoke to Haytham Kubba, chief investigator and paediatric ENT surgeon at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow.

Also in this episode:

-Could glow in the dark succulents be the answer to sustainable lighting systems

-The parents of a California teen are suing OpenAI over the death of their son

-The Tokyo Metropolitan Government's AI-generated film of what a volcanic eruption of Mt Fuji would look like

-Medieval document pours more doubt on the Shroud of Turin - the burial cloth claimed to have been worn by Jesus Christ

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“Totally wacky” spiky dinosaur discovered in Morocco

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Professor Susannah Maidment, a palaeontologist at the Natural History Museum, joins us to discuss the world’s oldest ankylosaur, which roamed our planet some 165 million years ago.

The spicomellus has been dubbed the world’s most unusual dinosaur.

And, the DfT have announced the first electric car models eligible for £3,750 purchase grants.

Plus, intelligence agencies from the UK and 12 allies issue a warning over Chinese cyber attacks on ‘critical sectors’.

Also in this episode:

-An upcoming sci-fi horror film has raised the heart rates of early viewers

-A four-day work week pilot is a success in Scotland

-Could e-scooters soon be regulated?

-Summer ‘25 to be washed away by heavy rain and flooding

-Princess Diana’s 90s time capsule is dug up earlier than planned

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The "sci-fi" treatment to save babies with a fatal condition

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We explore a new treatment delivering nanodiamonds into the womb in order to treat fetuses with congenital diaphragmatic hernias, a potentially fatal condition which affects one in 3,000 babies each year.

For more, we join lead author Stavros Loukogeorgakis, associate professor of pediatric surgery at UCL and consultant surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital and University College Hospitals.

And, it’s lift-off for Elon Musk’s Starship rocket.

After multiple failed attempts this year, Musk’s largest rocket has finally had a successful test launch.

Plus, the UK's second mobile emergency alert drill is scheduled for September 7.

Also in this episode:

-6.3 million cancer cases could be diagnosed between now and 2040

-Royal Mail rolls out its solar-powered post boxes

-Anthropic is launching a preview of its Claude AI agent for browsers

-The world's tallest bridge passes a load test

The image used for this episode is of Amelia Turner in hospital. Amelia was born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH).

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Musk sues Apple and OpenAI over artificial intelligence competition

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:49:25 GMT

X and xAI lawsuits challenge Apple’s plans to integrate OpenAI’s chatbot into the operating systems of Apple’s products.

Musk claims this violates competition law.

Experts have developed an AI tool that can help doctors identify people at risk of developing a potentially fatal heart condition known as ‘heart block’.

To find out how it works, we speak to senior author and associate professor at Imperial College London, Dr Fu Siong Ng.

Plus, what caused a wall of dust to spread through parts of Arizona on Monday?

Also in this episode:

-A deadly flesh-eating parasite has been found in a human in the US

-Warming waters in Japan are killing off a luxury dish

-UK adventurer prepares to take on the full stretch of China's Yellow River on foot

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Asteroid Bennu: scientists unlock clues to the origins of the solar system

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 17:15:26 GMT

We join Professor Russell, a planetary scientist and the co-author of two new major studies on asteroid Bennu.

From studying its space dust, they believe they’ve unlocked clues to the origins of the solar system, as well as how the rock even helped Earth become habitable.

TikTok is putting hundreds of jobs at risk in the UK, a new species of iguanodontian dinosaur has been discovered on the Isle of Wight, and floating Blue Dragon sea slugs close off beaches across southern Spain.

Also in this episode:

-A humanoid takes an unfortunate tumble at the first World Humanoid Robotic Games in China

-Netflix and Ubisoft unveil teaser for anime series Splinter: Deathwatch

-Drinking less water increases the stress hormone cortisol

-Scientists discover the first known fossil evidence of fish testing life beyond water

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Microsoft’s AI chief raises alarm over ‘AI psychosis’ reports

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:00:32 GMT

Microsoft’s head of artificial intelligence said he’s being “kept awake at night” as more people report suffering from “AI psychosis”.

David Shrier, Professor of Practice, AI & Innovation at Imperial College London, told us "if someone is experiencing a psychotic episode, the AI might inadvertently reinforce the psychosis."

And, scientists have found our internal compass.

Russell Epstein, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, told us how they used neuroimaging and virtual reality to identify two brain regions that help humans maintain their sense of direction while moving around.

Also in this episode:

-We speak to Lynda Scammell, head of borderline at the MHRA, about the product warning relating to Nutrition Ignition Magnesium Glycinate Gummies

-US gamers will see a price hike for Sony’s PlayStation 5 console

-Google have unveiled their 10th generation of phone.

-A seabird that only poops while flying

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Toothpaste made from hair could repair damaged teeth

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:53:21 GMT

A new study shows that a protein found in hair, skin and wool is better at protecting teeth than fluoride. We speak to Dr Sherif Elsharkawy from King’s College London about how keratin toothpaste can stop tooth decay.

Children who vape are three times more likely to become smokers, that's according to an umbrella review published in Tobacco Control.

UK ‘agreed to drop’ Apple data demand in privacy row, US chief says. Read more here.

Plus, a new moon has been discovered orbiting Uranus

Also in this episode:

Meta announces a restructure of its AI departments

Thousands object to Tesla's bid to supply energy to UK homes

Radio waves could improve sense of smell in humans

Fireball lights up night skies across southern Japan

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The world's largest animal crossing is being built in Colorado

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:47:06 GMT

Colorado has built the world's largest animal crossing. We speak to Kara Van Hoose from Colorado Parks and Wildlife about why Monument is building a bridge for animals.

And are zombie rabbits real? Kara explains the disease affecting cottontail bunnies that gives them a horned appearance.

Plus, the kids' magnesium supplement that the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency have advised customers to dispose of.

Also in this episode:

Water tests reveal ‘really concerning’ pollution in Lake Windermere

A new trial offers hope for patients with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa

Sir David Attenborough names a golden eagle chick

'Good Boy' trailer released, the horror film from a dog's perspective

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“Skibidi”, “tradwife”, and “delulu” added to the Cambridge Dictionary

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:35:50 GMT

Wendalyn Nichols, Cambridge Dictionary Publishing Manager, joins us to explain why “Skibidi”, “tradwife”, and “delulu” have been added to their dictionary.

The UK government extends opening hours for 100 local health centres to speed up patient diagnosis.

AI chatbot plushies have been developed for children as young as three.

Rosie Weatherley from the mental health charity, Mind, speaks to us about the soothing benefits of crafting.

Also in this episode:

-Spain deploy an extra 500 troops to help battle ongoing wildfires.

-A new trial has offered hope for patients living with a rare genetic disorder.

-Stranger Things creators to leave Netflix for Paramount

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Disney+ deliver Alien: Earth egg to the Natural History Museum

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:48:08 GMT

Sci-fi fans… FX’s Alien: Earth landed on August 13th. From Noah Hawley and Ridley Scott, the new series is available to stream on Disney+ UK.

To celebrate the launch, Disney+ delivered a Xenomorph egg to the Natural History Museum to be displayed within a new exhibit titled "Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth?".

To find out more, we’re joined by the museum's head of collections and professor of planetary science, Caroline Smith.

Due to increased demand for the weight loss drug Mounjaro, US manufacturer Eli Lilly will increase prices from September

Read the full explainer by clicking here.

And, the UK government is teaming up with TikTok to highlight the risks of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures.

Also in this episode:

-Nearly 100 data centres will be built in the UK in the next 5 years

-Norway accuse pro-Russian hackers of a cyberattack on a hydropower dam

-NBCUniversal and Saber Interactive reveal a featurette for the upcoming Jurassic Park: Survival game

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LinkedIn says A-Level results day ‘no longer life-defining’

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:52:59 GMT

Career expert at LinkedIn, Charlotte Davies, tells us that A-level results day is no longer a life-defining “sliding doors moment”.

They say school leavers are rethinking their approach to their first career and are opting for apprenticeships instead.

She also told us the top five fastest-growing skills that are on the rise, which include AI literacy and large language models utilisation.

Frank Strang, who founded the UK’s first spaceport, SaxaVord, died on Tuesday at the age of 67.

In a statement, Deputy CEO Scott Hammond said they are determined to make the UK Europe’s leader in vertical launch spaceflight to honour Frank's legacy.

Pornhub lost more than one million visitors in the two weeks following the new Online Safety Act rules.

Chikungunya virus: the UK Health Security Agency is urging people to take precautions against mosquito bites while on holiday.

Also in this episode:

-Climate change made the ‘relentless’ Nordic heatwave in July hotter

-UK landmine charity wins global humanitarian prize

-Whales and dolphins regularly play with each other, a breakthrough study reveals

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REPLAY: Is there such a thing as perfect sleep? with Professor Russell Foster | Brave New World

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:00:00 GMT

On this replay preview of Brave New World….Is there such a thing as perfect sleep? Leading expert in circadian neuroscience from Oxford University, Professor Russell Foster, joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to explain the science behind nighttime slumber and why it's crucial to living our best lives awake.

The pair discuss everything from sleep hygiene, our circadian rhythm and body clocks, the impact of technology before bed and whether it actually affects us.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Cat dementia is similar to human Alzheimer's disease

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:47:30 GMT

Cats develop dementia similarly to humans with Alzheimer’s disease.

Scientists hope their findings lead to new treatments for both humans and our feline friends.

For more, we spoke to the lead author, Dr Robert McGeachan, at the University of Edinburgh’s Royal School of Veterinary Studies.

A swarm of jellyfish forced the shutdown of France’s largest nuclear power plant, Gravelines.

But how unusual is this event?

And, Reddit blocks the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine from archiving large portions of its site.

Also in this episode:

-How blowing through a conch shell could alleviate the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnoea

-Lola Young urges Keir Starmer to block Rosebank oil and gas development projects

-Natalie the Nerd builds a transparent GameBoy Colour

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Perseid meteor shower: when and how to see it

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer Ed Bloomer on how to see the Perseid meteor shower at its peak.

Cast your eyes skyward between midnight and 5.30am on the 12th of August.

NASA says it’s the “most popular meteor shower of the year".

Chip makers Nvidia and AMD have agreed to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from sales of the H20 and MI308 chips to China.

180 tonnes of congealed wet wipes are being removed from the River Thames by the Port of London Authority, in collaboration with Thames Water.

For more, we caught up with Thames Water’s Head of Tideway Integration Group, John Sullivan.

Also in this episode:

-Jim Lovell, one of the world’s most loved astronauts, has died aged 97

-Why researchers are following the trail of a snail that can regrow its eyes

-After 34 years, AOL is shutting down dial-up on September 30th

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OpenAI's Dr GPT-5 is here, with 'PhD level intelligence'

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

OpenAI has released its much-anticipated GPT-5 AI chatbot, claiming it's a "significant leap in intelligence" and "it's like talking to an expert".

Also we speak to Martin Fidock, CEO of Oviva, the NHS’s biggest weight-loss jab provider, about how the company is using AI to personalise service for patients and tackle the UK's £126bn obesity crisis.

The UK government announced new measures to crack down on unlicensed cosmetic practitioners.

We hear from The Standard journalist Arielle Domb about the government's plans.

Also in this episode:

NASA astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore retires

Study shows that cockatoos have 30 different dance moves

Hubble Space Telescope captures photos of a comet visiting from another solar system

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Trump: 100% tariffs on chips made outside the US

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump announced that he’s imposing 100% tariffs on computer chips and semiconductors that are produced outside of the United States. It’s expected to increase the cost of any electronics made outside of the country.

On the same day, Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that 100% of the glass for Apple's phones and watches will be made in the US

Following a major hack, Tea Dating Advice Inc. has been hit with 10 potential class action lawsuits in federal and state courts, which allege that the company was negligent in its data practices. We hear from journalist Katie Strick, who has been investigating why the Tea App has caused such a stir.

And, what is the chikungunya virus? More than 7,000 cases have been recorded in China.

Also in this episode:

-Fake viagra is the most seized counterfeit drug in the UK, according to FOI data

-Instagram launches repost, friendmap and more

-Why you may want to reduce your intake of French fries

-Seismic data reveals the 2009 Oasis concert was the most ‘ground-shaking’ performance of last 20 years

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Google DeepMind reveals Genie 3

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Google DeepMind has revealed Genie 3, and it's hoped this is the next step to artificial general intelligence for them, as well as further enhancing interactive experiences.

FOI request reveals a phone is stolen every 15 minutes a day in Westminster, London. We join Ed Connolly, Chief Commercial Officer at Currys on a new pilot which aims to curb pavement thefts.

The US announced on Tuesday that it will cancel funding for the production and research of the mRNA vaccine. The vaccine works by fighting viruses like the flu and covid-19.

Plus, scientists reveal that unlike T. rex, giant predatory dinosaurs that walked on two legs had much weaker bites.

Also in this episode:

-North Korean's posing as remote IT workers to fund sanctioned nuclear regime

-How WhatsApp is protecting you from scam messages

-Why a zoo in Denmark is asking owners to donate their pets

-UK content creator tackles 100 rides in a year despite fear of heights

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Storm Patrol: sharks fitted with sensors to predict hurricanes

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Project lead, Professor Aaron B. Carlisle, a marine ecologist at the University of Delaware, joins us to explain why sharks are being used to deliver important weather data from the ocean.

The Scottish & Southern Electricity Network have described Storm Floris as "the most damaging summer storm in recent memory".

Skyrora has the go-ahead to launch a vertical take-off of their 11m tall Skylark L rocket.

Plus, the fraud prevention service Cifas has highlighted a “worrying trend” of people selling their own identities, and AI is "supercharging" the threat.

Also in this episode:

-More people in England are attending GP appointments remotely

-Elon Musk is toying with Vine fans again

-Marine Conservation urge people to keep beaches clean this summer

-Dolly Parton receives an Icon Guinness World Record certificate

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Storm Floris: “records could be broken in terms of wind speeds” - Met Office

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Met Office meteorologist, Aidan McGivern, joins us as Storm Floris hits the UK with predicted winds of up to 85mph, causing severe travel disruption.

And what’s caused snow to fall, for the first time in decades, across some areas of Australia?

For the first time in hundreds of years, a volcano on Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula erupted on Sunday.

Plus, a vaccine for gonorrhoea is now available at sexual health clinics in England, as part of a world-first scheme.

Also in this episode:

-Leopard seal calls have similar structural patterns to nursery rhymes

-How a Ukrainian soldier escaped enemy lines with the help of a drone and an e-bike

-What to see at The Peter Harrison Planetarium at the Royal Observatory Greenwich before it closes for redevelopment in September

-Fifteen Caribbean flamingo chicks hatch in full view of onlookers at Chester Zoo

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Family roots: potatoes evolved from tomatoes, study reveals

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Co-author Dr Sandy Knapp, a merit researcher at the Natural History Museum, joins us to discuss the new study, which they say uncovers a missing piece of the potato’s evolutionary history.

Welcome to the world, Thaddeus Daniel Pierce, the “oldest baby” to have ever been born. He was born in the US from an embryo that had been stored for thirty years.

And which UK city is receiving the most suspected scam emails or texts?

Also in this episode:

-The technology transforming a London garden into a live orchestra, with Hilary Tam, EMEA Sustainability Leader at Amazon Web Services

-OpenAI have announced plans for their first data centre in Europe

-Scottish ocean rower performs bagpipes via livestream during an All American Rejects set at Comic Con

-Ofcom reveals YouTube as the second most-watched media service in the UK

-Darth Vader’s lightsaber and Michael Keaton's Batman suit go to auction

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Grounded: air traffic control failure throws UK airports into chaos

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Planes at major UK airports had to be grounded on Wednesday following a technical glitch at air traffic control.

National Air Traffic Services confirmed a radar failure caused the issue.

However, the major disruption has led to calls for the head of NATS, Martin Rolfe, to resign.

Artificial intelligence continues to shake up the legal scene.

We spoke to the founder of Brandsmiths, Adam Morallee, who has developed a new AI-powered trademark search and registration tool.

And TikTok will now alert parents when teens post public videos.

This comes following the recently announced new internet safety rules, and is an addition to the parental controls they have had in place for over five years.

Also in this episode:

-Trial assesses whether a blood test can detect 10 cancers in its earliest stages

-A radioactive wasp nest was found at the site where the US once made nuclear bombs

-66% of new parents say social media creates an overwhelming pressure to succeed, with Izzy Judd

-Jack Dorsey’s Bluetooth messaging app Bitchat is here

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Is Russia's monster earthquake 'far from over'? | special

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT

A powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia's far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula triggered 4-metre tsunami waves and sparked evacuation orders across the Pacific.

This is one of the top 10 earthquakes ever recorded.

To find out the latest, we’re joined by Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health at University College London.

Keep up to date by clicking here.

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Google’s most “powerful AI search to date” is here

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The US tech giant is launching AI Mode in Google Search across the UK this week. The tool is powered by Google’s latest AI model, Gemini 2.5.

What are VPNs and why they’re being used to bypass new online safety measures, with cybersecurity expert and senior vice president at Ping Identity, Alex Laurie.

Beijing's extreme rain 'trap': 80,000 people relocate and power outages hit more than 130 villages.

Also in this episode:

-A 4,000-year-old handprint on an Ancient Egyptian artefact is discovered at Cambridge museum

-Why seahorse hotels have been placed in Sydney Harbour

-A five-piece feathered band has gone viral with ‘The Chicken Song’

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REPLAY: Mark Effinger aka Mr Noots (Brave New World)

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Evgeny Lebedev meets with Nootopia founder Mark Effinger, AKA Mr Noots. Since launching in 2004, the company says they've helped 300,000 people - including doctors, biohackers, and fitness instructors - unlock their potential. Nootropics are drugs and supplements which proponents say can boost alertness, increase focus, and improve memory. To hear the interview in full, just search Brave New World.

Disclaimer: You should always seek your own medical advice.

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Children must not grow up at mercy of toxic algorithms, says tech secretary

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

New rules have been enforced by regulator Ofcom with the aim to better protect children online.

The rules require online platforms to have age checks in place if they host pornography or other harmful content such as self-harm, suicide or eating disorders.

Peter Kyle, the UK’s Technology Secretary, said a generation of children will not be allowed to grow up “at the mercy of toxic algorithms”.

Tech & Science Daily join Matthew Sowemimo, Associate Head of Policy for Child Safety Online at NSPCC, and Andy Burrows, CEO of the Molly Rose Foundation.

Also in this episode:

-Weight-loss jabs could help obese people control asthma, study suggests

-500-million-year-old fossil suggests ocean origin for spiders

-Amazon brings out a more affordable colour-screen Kindle

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Donald Trump: ‘We’ll win the artificial intelligence race’

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:27:01 GMT

America has unveiled its AI Action Plan.

In a speech at the 'Winning the AI Race' summit in Washington DC, president Donald Trump said the US is going to win the artificial intelligence race.

According to The White House, the plan identifies over 90 Federal policy actions across three pillars.

Plus, Tech & Science Daily joins Adam Layer, Harbour Master from the Port of London Authority, who is warning children and their parents about the dangers of the tidal River Thames.

The Port of London Authority has produced a new safety video with the aim to prevent accidental drownings during the summer - and beyond.

Adam runs us through some of the dangers, such as the speed at which the Thames flows, and debris under the surface.

“The other thing is, there are very complicated currents around the bridges in London. So as the water hits a bridge, it sort of swirls around, it can swell up and down, left and right. And if you get stuck in that current, you won't be able to overcome it , and you'll be going where the water tells you that you're going.”

And we find out why walking just 7,000 steps a day is enough to boost health.

Also in this episode:

-LEGO to release a Game Boy-inspired set

-Two dead as homes burn in a massive wildfire in Cyprus

-A self-driving bus service hits the roads in Belfast

-South Park finds new streaming home in mammoth $1.5 billion deal

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Flip phone summer is here: Samsung on the Galaxy Z Fold7, plus Galaxy Watch8

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:46:02 GMT

Samsung’s vice president of marketing, Annika Bizon, on why flip-phones are back in fashion.

Earlier in the month, they announced the latest iterations of their foldable devices, such as the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Fold7.

We also talk about wearables such as the Galaxy Watch8 series, which Annika says is focused heavily on preventative health.

The UK’s technology minister is planning social media limits for children.

Plus, four suspects charged after ‘gang used Grindr to lure 22 men then burgle their London homes’.

Also in this episode:

-Archaeologists uncover identity of 1700s Orkney shipwreck

-Elon Musk’s retro-futuristic Tesla diner opens - but will it come to the UK?

-UK man makes millions building miniature houses

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Sizewell C nuclear plant finally gets £38 billion green light

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:19:19 GMT

The government has struck a deal with investors for the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear plant in Suffolk.

The development will cost around £38 billion, and the government will be the biggest equity shareholder with a 44.9% stake.

Why experts have been sounding the alarm about health advice generated by artificial intelligence, with Dr. Kacper Grado, honorary associate professor & fellow at the University College London.

Plus, Google reveals its Pixel 10 phone just weeks before the launch event.

Also in this episode:

-Businesses required to report ransom payments to government in cyber crime crackdown

-Dolphins learn to wear sponges to hunt fish, but it interferes with their key navigation senses

-ZSL says “access to nature has become a privilege, and not a right” for school children

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Major water industry shake up as Ofwat is scrapped

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The government will abolish Ofwat as part of an overhaul of a “broken” water regulation system that failed customers and the environment.

The environment secretary, Steve Reed, has said they will ensure “British families are never again hit by the shocking bill hikes we saw last year”.

Reed made the announcement in response to an independent review released by Sir Jonathan Cunliffe on Monday morning.

Speaking on The Standard podcast, we also hear from Giles Bristow, CEO of Surfers Against Sewage.

Also in this episode:

-Elon Musk announces Baby Grok AI chatbot for children

-The French government and Microsoft create a digital replica of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris

-A US man dies after being pulled into an MRI scanner

-Morrison's launches £129-a-month weight loss jab club

-Scientists uncover hidden bone structures in the skin of Australian monitor lizards

-Tom Troupe, Star Trek and Mission: Impossible fame, has passed away

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Could AI help us understand our pets?

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what your pet is really thinking? Researchers are using machine learning to try and figure out exactly that.

To learn more, we caught up with Dr Jonathan Birch, Professor of Philosophy at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

“It might tell us that a lot of animals are actually not happy with the way we currently care for them.”

Following on from Trump’s health diagnosis. What is chronic venous insufficiency?

And scientists are unlocking history inside an ancient ice block.

Also in this episode:

-Fancy an AI agent taking control of your daily tasks?

-Why the US plans to breed millions of flies and drop them from planes

-World’s biggest Mars rock sells for $5.3 million at auction

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Groundbreaking IVF welcomes eight babies free from genetic disease

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

We explore a revolutionary IVF technique, aimed at preventing mitochondrial diseases, that has resulted in the birth of eight healthy babies in the UK. Sir Professor Doug Turnbull, an expert in neurology, explains how their innovative method works. Plus, Donald Trump changes key Coca-Cola ingredient, and the new dialogue enhancement feature from Sonos.

Also in this episode:

Meta's ambitious AI data centres
The Major Oak tree, once linked to Robin Hood, is now at the centre of a national care campaign.
Ai-Da, the humanoid robot, returns to the spotlight with a royal portrait of King Charles III.

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Kew Gardens' £60m Palm House renovation plans explained

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

The iconic Grade I listed greenhouses at the Royal Botanic Gardens of Kew will experience a major renovation.

The world-famous Palm House and Waterlily House date back to around 1848, and haven’t been touched for over forty years.

To hear more about the reasons behind the £60 million renovation project, and the innovative approaches to make these iconic greenhouses net zero, we spoke to Reuben Briggs, Head of Estate Projects at Kew.

‘It's a really aggressive environment. The iron is starting to corrode. Some of the glass is coming loose, and we're getting lots of heat escaping.'

Virtual eye clinics in shopping centres could significantly reduce waiting times, as well as support government policies ‘for a future ready NHS’.

That’s according to Siyabonga Ndwandwe from UCL’s Research Department of Primary Care and Population Health, who joined us to discuss their latest study in more detail.

According to the Association of Optometrists, during the pandemic, waits for NHS eye appointments rose sharply, resulting in a backlog.

Also in this episode:

-Cyberpunk 2077 is launching for Mac on July 17th

-Yoga, tai chi, walking and jogging could be some of the best ways to tackle insomnia

-Why the influencer behind Sylvanian Drama TikTok is getting sued

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The ‘life-changing’ pill for cystic fibrosis patients

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

A once-a-day pill health experts are calling 'life-changing' will be offered to hundreds of people living with cystic fibrosis.

The drug, called Alyftrek, is a type of modular therapy which works to tackle the underlying cause of the rare condition.

NHS England has announced that the treatment will be available for children and adults with rare forms of cystic fibrosis.

A new £650 million Electric Car Grant announced by the government is set to reduce the cost of some new electric cars.

We speak with Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson about the technology behind their new EV bundle, which includes free charging.

Plus, Nvidia are getting the ball rolling again for sales of their famous chips in China.

Also in this episode:

-Blue Sharks have a unique structure on their skin which allows them to change colour

-Elon Musk’s Grok is making AI companions, including a goth anime girl - are they romantic interests or just skins?

-Hamleys names Lego, Barbie and Rubik’s Cube the top three toys of all time

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REPLAY: Jim Kwik (Brave New World)

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev talks to bestselling author and brain coach Jim Kwik. Kwik suffered a traumatic brain injury aged 5 and is now a world authority on brain optimisation.

To hear the full interview with Jim Kwik, and to learn his top tips to boost your brain power, search Brave New World or click here.

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Magic of live shows syncs brainwaves, signalling shared focus and attention

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

University College London neuroscientist and dancer, Guido Orgs, says the magic of live performance art may be reflected in our brains.

Their results suggest that sharing the moment with others may be as important as the performance itself.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to the first author of the study, Dr. Laura Rai, a research fellow from the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at UCL.

Alex Rawle, YouTube’s head of UK public policy, joins us to discuss why they’re calling for greater government support for the creator economy.

“They're the modern-day media powerhouses. 15,000 creators employ other people, which supports an ecosystem in the UK of about 45,000 jobs”.

And, why Lord Professor Robert Winston, known for his pioneering work towards IVF treatment, has stepped down from the British Medical Association.

Also in this episode:

-Four people have been arrested by police investigating cyber attacks targeting M&S

-Humans have dammed so much water that it has moved Earth's poles

-The cedar tree made famous by The Beatles has been shortlisted for an award

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Climate change tripled heatwave death toll

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

‘Heatwaves are silent killers’, according to Dr Gary Konstantinoudis, lecturer at the Grantham Institute for Climate Change and the Environment, at Imperial College London.

Summer heatwaves caused 263 deaths in London. This data comes as a week-long heat health alert for the capital kicks in.

A new generation of foldable phones has been unveiled by Samsung.

The CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino, has resigned.

And chimpanzees have been observed copying quirky social behaviours from one another, even though they offer no apparent practical benefit.

For more, we spoke to senior author Dr. Jake Brooker from the Department of Psychology at the University of Durham.

Also in this episode:

-Microsoft Outlook users have reported issues using the platform

-AI surgery could be trialled on humans within a decade

-Why cats prefer predictable outcomes instead of surprising events

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The phone case which looks and burns like human skin

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

O2, with backing from The British Skin Foundation, have created a first-of-its-kind phone 'Skincase', designed to highlight the sun’s harmful UV rays on human skin.

We join researcher and creative technologist Marc Teyssier, who has previously designed artificial skin for robots.

The eruption of an Indonesian volcano has left locals finding ‘breathing painful’.

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted twice on Monday, sending extremely hot ash and rock debris up into the air, around 11 miles high.

LOTR's Peter Jackson is resurrecting a giant extinct bird from 600 years ago.

He’s teamed up with Colossal Biosciences, which worked on the genetic rebuilding of species such as the woolly mammoth and dire wolf.

Also in this episode:

-Barbie has launched its first doll with type 1 diabetes.

-Live facial recognition technology could be used to catch London Underground fare dodgers.

-And finally, Sid the sloth's Ice Age migration was actually unusual…

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New malaria treatment for young babies approved

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

A malaria treatment has been approved for use on babies and young children for the first time.

Has our understanding of “Space Ice" been wrong this entire time?

Tech & Science Daily spoke to lead author, Dr Michael B. Davies, from UCL and the University of Cambridge, who says their discovery could also conflict with a speculative theory about how life on Earth began.

Plus, the UK Government will test its emergency alert system on September 7th, in its second ever nationwide drill.

Also in this episode:

-Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey unveils a new Bluetooth app called Bitchat.

-The first-ever guide to better support and protect patients across the world who are considering potentially pioneering, risky, surgery, has now been published.

-YouTuber ‘Angryginge’ arrested for 'thousands of pounds worth of criminal damage caused to F1 car'.

-“The science is clear”: McVities pull Jaffa Cakes from a biscuit museum exhibit.

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REPLAY: Mark Hyman (Brave New World)

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this excerpt from the Brave New World podcast, Evgeny Lebedev talks with Mark Hyman about the rise of longevity medicine, and what lifestyle changes we can make to enhance our health span.

To hear the episode in full just search Brave New World Evening Standard.

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Studying elephants vibrations used to communicate enormous distances

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

From the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition, we speak to Dr Beth Mortimer, from the University of Oxford, who is measuring seismic vibrations to track African elephants’ communication.

Elephants can feel vibrations through the ground from enormous distances, which can dictate their travelling routes through the savannah.

Beth and her team buried 1,200 seismic nodes underground to measure the ground vibrations, which are more commonly used to study things like earthquakes and volcanoes.

Archaeologists working on an excavation site in the UK’s Cotswolds have discovered evidence of an Iron Age-Roman settlement.

This comes after the find of two iron Roman cavalry swords.

Plus, researchers in Spain say that even the softest of veg can damage our teeth, too.

Also in this episode:

-Jarvis Cocker marks the 100-year anniversary of the Shipping Forecast.

-Why you may want to send a few more emojis to your loved ones...

-The lost voices of monks to be heard again after 500 years.

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Crete wildfire: rapidly spreading blaze threatens holiday beach resorts

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

A huge wildfire is spreading through the Greek island of Crete, fuelled by strong winds.

The blaze began on Wednesday afternoon near Lerapetra, and so far, at least 1,500 people from villages, tourist resorts and coastal hotels have been evacuated.

It comes as a scorching heatwave grips the European continent, with temperatures reaching over 40C degrees.

The Royal Society’s free Summer Science Exhibition is back for another year.

One particular entry to this year’s exhibit is London-based Drake Music, and their technology, titled PhotoSynth, which, powered by machine learning, allows users to create music from facial expressions.

We hear from the CEO of Drake Music, Sally Currie.

Plus, vanilla, the universally popular flavour which is used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, could be under threat due to climate change.

Also in this episode:

-Microsoft: layoffs across gaming division.

-Japanese island experiences 900 earthquakes in two weeks.

-A new interstellar object is moving through our solar system.

-And finally, Sophie Ellis-Bextor says AI cannot copy human connection in music.

If you have been affected by the wildfires in Crete, get in touch by emailing megan.howe@standard.co.uk

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The 'catastrophic failure' that led to Heathrow substation fire

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The fire that caused the chaotic shutdown of Heathrow airport in March was likely caused by a “catastrophic” failure of a crucial component at an electricity substation that should have been prevented, Britain's National Energy System Operator (NESO) said in a report on the incident on Wednesday.

Also in this episode:

Composer and violinist Ellie Wilson on her immersive melody to highlight the fragility of ecosystems under threat from climate change and habitat loss. The 12-minute track is titled Moth X Human and has been made in collaboration with the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.

The FBI have warned that cyber gang, Scattered Spider, are now thought to be targeting the airline industry.

E1 Series powerboats make London debut with spectacular display on the Thames.

England’s warmest June on record and the UK’s second warmest temperatures since 1884.

Europe's heatwave: the Eiffel Tower shuts its top level, forest fires, and soaring 45+ degree temperatures are recorded in parts of the continent.

UK watchmaker gives back time to those who need mental health support.

Superman soars 1,000ft over The Shard.

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Beetles with microchip backpacks to help search and rescue crews

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The common beetle could soon be our new superhero.

Dubbed ‘Cyborg’ beetles, these insects will be equipped with microchip backpacks, designed to help search and rescue crews locate survivors within hours instead of days after a disaster.

Scientists from the University of Cambridge have discovered that some species of microbe found in the human gut can absorb toxic and long-lasting ‘forever chemicals’, otherwise known as PFAS.

Tech & Science Daily joins lead author, Anna Lindell, VP of Technology at Cambiotics.

Anna told us about their plans for a new probiotic which could help protect the gut from the effects of PFAS.

Plus, Mark Zuckerberg announces the creation of Meta Superintelligence Labs, as he continues to compete against Google and OpenAI.

Also in this episode:

-Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok

-Why Glastonbury won’t return to Worthy Farm in 2026

-How deep sleep can boost 'eureka moments

-Instagram now lets you share Spotify songs with sound to Stories

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REPLAY: Ryan Holiday (Brave New World)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev speaks with Ryan Holiday about the modern media landscape, echo chambers and the value of Stoic leadership.

To hear the episode in full just search Brave New World Evening Standard.

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Meet AEON: the new AI humanoid for industry | special

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

How does AEON compare to Elon Musk's Tesla humanoid, Optimus?

We’re joined by the President of Hexagon’s Robotics division, Arnaud Robert, who is behind AEON, a humanoid robot capable of autonomously completing various tasks.

Hexagon recently revealed AEON at the Hexagon LIVE Global event.

They say their robot is designed to support the automotive, aerospace, transportation, and warehousing industries, safely and without direct supervision.

The robot has been designed to 'meet real-world customer needs' and 'address labour shortages'.

They're rolling out their humanoids in early 2026.

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Weight loss jabs linked to 10 deaths, prompting new study

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:00:27 GMT

Health officials have launched a new study into the side effects of weight loss and diabetes jabs, after hundreds of people have experienced problems with their pancreas.

The head of LinkedIn UK, Janine Chamberlin, has been speaking to Tech & Science Daily about their new AI coach tool and the use of artificial intelligence on CVs.

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured the image of an exoplanet for the first time.

Also in this episode:

-NHS cyber attack contributed to London hospital patient's death, trust reveals.

-Work has begun to create artificial human DNA from scratch.

-Snails and slugs ‘could now be considered venomous’.

-Giant WaterAid boombox toilet co-designed by Sir Rod Stewart unveiled at Glastonbury.

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Rare dog-sized dinosaur species revealed for the first time

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

‘It could probably curl up quite comfortably in your lap’

A rare and dog-sized dinosaur, the size of “a collie”, from America’s Morrison Formation, is on display at the Natural History Museum in London.

After being wrongly categorised when it was found, it has now been revealed as a new species.

This tiny dinosaur would have roamed North America during the Late Jurassic period, around 145-150 million years ago, beneath the feet of some of the largest and most famous dinosaurs.

But what makes this discovery significant? We’re joined by Natural History Museum palaeontologists Professor Paul Barrett and Professor Susannah Maidmen.

Also in this episode:

-UK to buy F-35 stealth jets that can carry US nuclear warheads

-Exmoor estate sees resurgence of rare butterfly once on brink of extinction

-Emotional attachment to music helps us remember better

-Briton becomes first triple amputee to sail solo and unsupported across the Pacific

-The mystery of dead eyeless wasps discovered in Southern Australia’s Nullarbor Caves

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Killer whales groom each other using tools made from kelp

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Orcas in North America have been found to make tools out of seaweed to scratch each other’s backs, according to a study by the Centre for Whale Research and the University of Exeter.

Rachel John, co-author of the study, tells us more.

The NHS will offer at-home cervical cancer screening test kits to boost participation in this life-saving programme.

Google may have to make changes in the UK to give consumers more choice over who they use for online search services.

And Microsoft is adding Steam games to its Xbox PC app on Windows.

Also in this episode:

-A lethal fungus associated with the ‘pharaoh’s curse’ could help fight blood cancer.

-The music industry is developing technology to hunt down AI-generated songs, according to The Verge.

-Tesla Robotaxis have finally been rolled out in Texas, but they could be breaking traffic rules.

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The bunker-busting 'super bomb' Trump unleashed on Iran

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The Standard's Bill Bowett on the bunker-busting bombs which US President Donald Trump unleashed on Iran.

As part of this weekend's offensive, twelve of the bunker buster bombs were used to target three Iranian nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan.

We meet American zoologist Dr Laurie Marker, who has made it her life mission to save the cheetah from extinction.

Plus, GPs can prescribe the weight loss jab Mounjaro from today.

Also in this episode:

Why are activists protesting against Jeff Bezos's Venice wedding festivities?

Lightweight material to extract clean drinking water from air.

Millions of galaxies shine in first images from the largest camera ever built.

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Babies can sense pain before they can understand it

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

That’s according to neuroscientists at UCL, UCLH and King's College London, who investigated how different types of pain processing develop very early on, by scanning the brains of premature babies two weeks after birth.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to the lead author of the breakthrough study, Lorenzo Fabrizi, professor in developmental system neuroscience at UCL.

We were told their research can help support vulnerable babies with paediatric care, tailored pain management, and contribute to the planning of medical interventions.

US President Donald Trump has extended the impending US TikTok ban for a third time.

The new deadline is September 17th, pushing the decision back another 90 days.

Plus, in a world-first discovery, researchers say that Australia’s nocturnal Bogong Moth - whose population is in decline - uses constellations of stars and the Milky Way to navigate hundreds of kilometres across the country during its annual migration.

Also in this episode:

-Be careful with heading your football; it can subtly alter the brain, regardless of whether there is a concussion or not.

-The UK's amber heat health warning, as London experiences its first "tropical night" forecast of the year.

-ESA's driverless spacecraft creates 'fake' solar eclipse in space.

-Ozzy Osbourne's iced tea cans, which include his DNA, for a price of £365 a piece.

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Elon Musk's Starship rocket erupts in a ball of flames

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT

A SpaceX rocket exploded into a huge fireball when getting ready for a flight test.

The disastrous explosion of Elon Musk’s Starship 36 happened on Wednesday evening at Starbase in Texas; thankfully, no one was hurt.

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute has raised concerns about the ‘Wild West’ of fat injections, Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs), botox and fillers, which they say are being offered by untrained people in places such as public toilets.

Kerry Nicol from the CTSI joins us to explain more.

Plus, Iran’s largest crypto exchange Nobitex has been hacked.

Also in this episode:

-Doctors warn that patients who film their treatment for TikTok or Instagram are endangering themselves and others.

-Toxic air will claim 30,000 lives this year due to pollution.

-Apple has a new short film - Big Man - which was shot on an iPhone 16 Pro and features Stormzy.

-Captain Cook’s ship HMS Endeavour, has been discovered off the US coast, 250 years after the vessel sank.

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Hexagon's AEON humanoid robot for industry is here...

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT

With the help of Nvidia, Hexagon, a leading global robotics, AI, automation and measurement technology company, has revealed its humanoid robot, AEON.

The humanoid has been designed to support the automotive, aerospace, transportation, and warehousing industries, safely without direct supervision.

The Tower of London and Central Park are part of five sites from across the globe to join a Cultivating Resilience programme.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to Meredith Wiggins, senior director of Climate Adaptation at the World Monuments Fund.

As part of the programme, the sites will receive climate modelling, planning resources and technical support to tackle climate-related threats, such as flooding, drought, biodiversity loss, and extreme weather.

The Natural History Museum’s first immersive exhibition, Our Story with David Attenborough, opens on June 19

Also in this episode:

-Moon dust is significantly less toxic than city pollution, research suggests

-Pamela Anderson says AI and photo filters lead to people becoming ‘boring-looking’

-A young tarantula can run just as fast after losing two of its legs

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How safe is flying in 2025 | special

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The Air India flight to London Gatwick carrying 242 people, which crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, marked the latest aviation disaster of 2025.

We’re still waiting for the investigation into the cause, which is expected to take some time.

With aviation disasters seemingly on the rise this year, the safety of air travel has come under increasing scrutiny, alongside questions around climate change and its relationship with air travel safety.

Joining us to explain how safe air travel currently is and the future of aerodynamics in the face of rising global temperatures is Dr Guy Gratton, associate professor of Aviation and the Environment at Cranfield University.

Dr Gratton has nearly 40 years of aviation experience, including a PhD and three commercial pilot licenses.

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Blaise Metreweli appointed first female MI6 chief

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Blaise Metreweli will take over from Sir Richard Moore as “C”.

To walk us through her role, why she got the job, and how important her job is in current times, we’re joined by the Standard’s political editor, Nicholas Cecil.

The UK prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, said Blaise joins at a time when Britain is facing “unprecedented threats”

Also in this episode:

Signing up for clinical trials to be a new feature on NHS App
Blood test for early signs of pancreatic cancer trialled by UK doctors
New GPS tracking of Australian birds reveals a remarkable 38-hour journey
Young homeowners turn to TikTok for design inspo

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LTW 2025: The rise of the AI super agent...

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

London Tech Week has wrapped for 2025.

For a look at this year’s highlights, we’re joined by The Standard’s technology editor, Alex Pell, who not only attended the event but also joined multiple panels across the week.

Alex told us about why he thinks we need to use AI to become more than human ("bionic if you will”), plus, he explains the rise of the artificial intelligence super agents.

UK officials are being deployed to India to support the investigation into the Air India Crash, the Air Accidents Investigation Branch has said.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner struck a medical college moments after takeoff on Thursday in the Indian city of Ahmedabad, killing 241 people on board.

Blood cancer patients in England and Wales will be among the first in the world to have access to a new “Trojan horse” treatment.

Blenrep has been approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence for NHS use.

Also in this episode:

-Tesla sues former Optimus humanoid robotics engineer over alleged trade secret theft

-A 'Google Maps for the sea' that’s aiming to help cut the shipping industry’s CO2 emissions

-Flo Health respond to claims that women face “real and frightening privacy and safety risks” when using period tracker apps

-US caregivers are dressing up as bears to care for a bear cub

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London Gatwick-bound flight crashes in India

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

An Air India plane bound for London Gatwick has crashed, with 53 Britons on board.

UK consumers urged not to buy ‘unsafe’ American sweets amid cancer concerns.

And from London Tech Week the COO of Altilium, Dr Christian Marstona, explains the critical role minerals play in the clean energy transition.

Altilium is recycling EV batteries and creating a circular economy for critical minerals in the UK.

Also in this episode:

-ESA release world-first views of the Sun's poles

-Fan of a T.Rex? Well... a new species of dinosaur could rewrite its history

-World-famous movie props are going up for auction in July

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Women face ‘frightening privacy and safety risks’ from period tracker apps

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Stefanie Felsberger from Cambridge’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy, alongside her team at the University of Cambridge, are calling for better regulation in FemTech.

They believe women face “real and frightening privacy and safety risks” when using period tracker apps.

Flo Health respond to their claims on this episode of Tech & Science Daily.

Humpback whales could be secretly trying to talk to humans by creating circular bubbles in water during friendly interactions.

And why a TV ad for the chocolate bar Twix has been banned.

Also in this episode:

-History-making week for Nintendo: More than 3.5 million of the Switch 2 consoles have been sold so far.

-Robotic surgeries are set to soar under NHS plans.

-Tesla boss Elon Musk says he ‘went too far’ in posts against Trump.

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WWDC 2025: Apple's latest iPhone offerings, with GadgetsBoy

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

GadgetsBoy aka Tomi Adebayo, joins us from Apple Park in California to run us through Apple's exciting updates announced in their WWDC 2025 opening keynote, such as a new software design crafted with ‘liquid glass’, iOS operating system name changes, and new Apple Intelligence features.

Rachel Reeves has committed £16.7 billion to nuclear power projects as the country shifts away from fossil fuels.

The government have signed off £14.2 billion of investment towards the build of the new Sizewell C nuclear plant in Suffolk.

Doctors in the UK are warning of the symptoms of a newly reported Covid strain - the Nimbus variant.

Also in this episode:

-Wildlife declining in UK woods despite more tree cover, report finds

-Eurostar announces trains from London to Germany and Switzerland dubbed 'golden age for international sustainable travel'

-TikTok grandmother Norma, 91, dies as legion of fans pay tribute to 'nation's Nana'

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LTW 2025: UK turns to Nvidia to bolster AI talent of the future

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has opened London Tech Week, announcing a new artificial intelligence skills programme, which will allow pupils to get the skills and tools needed to get AI-powered jobs.

They’re partnering with tech giant Nvidia, which is well-known for AI chip development, in a deal to power the ‘AI talent pipeline’.

Also in this episode:

-What to expect at Apple’s WWDC 2025

-The NHS is calling for a million blood donors as stocks run low..

-Mysterious tracks on Mars, once believed to be water tracks, may actually be dust and wind activity

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'The song was pulled immediately': Cypress Hill's B-Real on AI misuse

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Cypress Hill's new album ‘Black Sunday Live at the Royal Albert Hall’ is out today.

B-Real reveals his thoughts on artificial intelligence and how he recently heard his voice in a track he didn't contribute to.

And, Duncan Clark, Head of EMEA for the graphic design platform Canva, joins us to discuss his top takeaways from SXSW London.

Duncan also explains how their platform supports creators with artificial intelligence, but also how it protects them.

Plus, Elon Musk says Donald Trump appears in Epstein files as huge row explodes in public view.

Also in this episode:

-Did our favourite little red house successfully land on the moon?

-Alzheimer’s blood test ‘can accurately pick up early symptoms’

-Chimpanzees can 'catch' yawns from humans

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Meta found to be 'secretly tracking' Android users

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

It’s been alleged that Meta and the search engine company Yandex have been secretly tracking Android users in the background of their devices.

A trio of brothers from Edinburgh, Scotland, called Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan MacLean, are currently attempting a world-record-breaking unsupported row across the Pacific Ocean.

Marking the halfway point, Ewan MacLean joined us from their boat, Rose Emily.

They aim to become the fastest team to row the Pacific and raise £1 million for clean water projects.

Also in this episode:

-Gamers are in for a treat, as the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 has been released worldwide.

-There are calls for the government to ban damaging activities such as bottom trawling in England’s protected waters

-PlayStation has unveiled its James Bond action-adventure game, 007 First Light.

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AI foot scanner spots early warning signs of heart disease

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence foot scanner which spots the early warning signs of heart disease - and could keep people with the condition out of hospital.

Also, we join Postdoctoral Researcher Anže Zupanc, who explains how a portion of fish and chips, cans solve one of modern technology’s most pressing sustainability problems.

Plus, after thirty years of research, scientists say drinking coffee could help women age more healthily.

Also in this episode:

-Epic Games and CD Projekt Red's tech demo of The Witcher 4

-Reddit to allow users privacy control over the content they engage with

-The discovery of a 1,000-year-old Viking gold braided arm ring on the Isle of Man

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Mount Etna erupts leaving tourists fleeing for their lives

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Mount Etna has erupted, sending huge plumes of ash into the air and leaving tourists running for their lives.

And we’re joined by health campaigner and NHS GP Dr Sonia Adesara, for more on the recent disposable vapes ban - and the alleged loopholes which some retailers are exploiting.

Plus, there’s a new drug called camizestrant which, according to experts, can help stop certain breast cancer tumours before they grow.

Also in this episode:

The Stranger Things series finale trailer is here
There are new bees, wasps and butterflies in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
And a new snow leopard cub has been born at The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent

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'I'm devastated that AI stole my voice'

Fri, 30 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Gayanne Potter told us that ScotRail are using her voice for their new AI train announcements without her permission.

ScotRail unveiled their new AI announcer ‘Iona’ earlier this month, and Gayanne is urging them to change it.

Gayanne explained that her voice was taken from a previous employer, Swedish company ReadSpeaker, and claims it was not made clear in her contract that they could use her voice again in the future.

This episode includes responses from both ScotRail and ReadSpeaker.

Also in this episode:

-Disposable vapes are officially banned from Sunday, June 1st

-New AI test could end ‘postcode lottery’ for ‘game changer’ prostate cancer drug

-Drought declared in North West England

-Japanese researchers say cats can indeed smell the difference between a stranger and their owner…

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‘First Buddy’ Elon Musk leaves Trump’s White House

Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

After just over four months at the White House, Elon Musk has stepped down from his role in the U.S. government.

Musk announced he’ll now focus on his other business projects.

A group of mysterious and unknown 85 million-year-old elasmosaur fossils– some of the most famous in North America – have finally been identified, and drumroll, they’re even a new species.

We join lead author Professor Robin O’Keefe, from the Department of Biological Sciences at Marshall University in the US.

Plus, Google has been given a £25 billion legal claim over abuse of the search advertising market.

Also in this episode:

-OpenAI may soon allow users to sign in to third-party apps using ChatGPT logins

-‘Shocking’ figures reveal the world’s growing temperatures

-Why female frogs are being drowned out by male frogs

-Tourists damage World Heritage site slotting coins in its stones

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UK's Arctic mission to counter threat of Putin’s Russia

Tue, 27 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

The UK’s Foreign Secretary David Lammy is visiting Norway and Iceland this week, specifically the Arctic Circle, to look at the measures being taken to counter Russia’s actions in the region.

The government is also exploring the use of artificial intelligence to detect hostile state activity, in a joint scheme with Iceland and the Alan Turing Institute.

A new diagnostic blood test has been presented at the World Congress on Endometriosis.

Diagnosis typically takes seven years for the disease, and there is currently no readily available, accurate, non-invasive test.

They hope their new tool is one step closer to commercial rollout.

Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh joins us from Martha’s Vineyard. He’s just completed a 60-mile swim to spotlight the drastic decline of shark populations worldwide.

Also in this episode:

-Scientific tip to avoid seagulls stealing your fish & chips this summer

-Scientists strike gold in Hawaiian volcanic rocks

-The Wurzels release new AI single called Wurzel Me Up

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Elden Ring is getting a film adaptation - but will it be any good?

Fri, 23 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

…Fans of Elden Ring… The game is getting a film adaptation.

The movie was first reported by InSneider, and will be released by A24 in partnership with Bandai Namco Entertainment.

To tell us everything, we’re joined by The Standard’s culture writer and commissioning editor, Vicky Jessop.

Also in this episode:

-Scientists in China create night vision contact lenses.

-A UK woman is preparing to sail a 10,000-mile loop of the Arctic Circle - which allegedly is only possible due to melting sea ice.

-Verification for 'notable' users on Bluesky is here.

-Netflix releases its first trailer for the documentary Titan: The OceanGate Disaster...

This comes as the BBC released footage from their documentary Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster, showing the wife of Oceangate CEO Stockton Rush unknowingly reacting to the implosion back above water.

-Could penguin poo save Antarctica from climate change?

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Makers of MoonHouse on their epic space mission

Thu, 22 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

If you look up at the sky tonight, cast a good luck wish to a tiny red 3D-printed Swedish house travelling through space.

The house is preparing to become the first house ever to land on the Moon.

We caught up with creator of The Moonhouse, Swedish artist Mikael Genberg, and Emil Vinterhav, CEO of The Moonhouse AB and the technical leader for the Moonhouse mission.

Also in this episode:

-Google I/O 2025… and they’re doubling down on artificial intelligence

-Sex offenders could face mandatory chemical castration as blueprint to ease jails crisis unveiled

-New species of octopus discovered in a deep-sea canyon

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Will the new global pandemic treaty work without America?

Wed, 21 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

At this year’s annual World Health Assembly, World Health Organisation member countries have voted in favour of a global pandemic agreement.

The US were not present at the assembly, as President Donald Trump intends to withdraw from WHO membership.

To walk us through the treaty, its impact and if it’ll make a difference, we're joined by Clinical Assistant Professor Daniela Manno, from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Also in this episode:

-Antidepressant withdrawal symptoms more common among long-term users

-Millions of revolutionary bricks to be produced from recycled waste after achieving industry certification - interview with co-founder, Dr Sam Chapman from Herriot-Watt University

-Rare hazel dormice given clean bill of health before wild release

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Legal aid cyber attack: what you should know

Mon, 19 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Cyber criminals have seized a “significant amount of personal data” of people who applied online to the Legal Aid Agency in the last 15 years, in a major attack on the UK’s justice system.

Speaking from London’s Old Bailey, we’re joined by The London Standard’s courts correspondent, Tristan Kirk.

To hear more, Tristan features more on this episode of The Standard.

Also in this episode:

Sir Elton John calls ministers’ AI copyright plans ‘thievery'
Habitat in many estuaries at high risk of being ‘squeezed’ out
Doctors rewrite DNA of infant with severe genetic disorder
Bungie confirms Marathon uses "unauthorised" artwork

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Dangerous nasal tanning sprays are taking over TikTok

Fri, 16 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Dangerous cancer-causing nasal tanning sprays are taking over TikTok.

Richard Knight, The Chartered Trading Standards Institute’s Lead Officer for Cosmetics and Beauty, joins us to explain everything you need to know.

The active ingredient, Melanotan2, originally developed as a drug for erectile dysfunction, is neither an authorised medicine in the UK nor regulated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and it does not fall under the definition of a cosmetic product.

Also in this episode:

Usutu virus: keep a lookout for UK blackbirds
Scientists crack the code behind the mystery of why we have ginger cats
To mark the 50th anniversary of 'Jaws', why is Lewis Pugh swimming the 60-mile circumference of Martha’s Vineyard?
8-year-old boy discovers a nearly 200-year-old ship with his metal detector

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Neuroscience discovery reveals how bad habits are formed

Thu, 15 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

London neuroscientists have discovered a second learning system in the brain, which could help explain how our habits are formed.

Tech & Science Daily join Dr Marcus Stephenson-Jones, Group Leader at SWC and lead author of the study at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre at UCL, who explains how this understanding could revolutionise strategies for addressing addictions and compulsions, as well as for those living with Parkinson's disease.

Plus, why the Institute for Public Policy Research think the UK should act now and rein in Big Tech.

And, have we just found out the title for the Super Mario Bros. Movie Sequel?

Also in this episode:

-Trees in London are already showing signs of climate change impact, such as decline and disease.

-Does the moon actually have a ‘hot side’?

-Boki the brown bear reunites with his pals after life-saving brain surgery.

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'Simple’ MRI scan can spot heart disease 10 years early

Wed, 14 May 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Experts from the University of Dundee say that people at risk of cardiovascular disease could be identified through a simple MRI scan a decade before they have a heart attack or stroke.

We’re joined by lead author Jill Belch, professor of Vascular Medicine at the University of Dundee.

A government-built AI tool has been used for the first time to summarise public responses to a consultation, and is now set to be rolled out more widely.

Greek authorities issued a temporary tsunami warning on Wednesday, following a 5.9 magnitude earthquake close to Crete.

Also in this episode:

-Engineers create a new tiny device that detects hand movement, stores memories and processes information like the human brain.

-Belle and Sebastian frontman joins campaigners to call for urgent action on ME

-The UK amphibians making ‘remarkable comeback’ in South Downs

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I completed the first triathlon to the top of Everest - It’s 99% mindset

Tue, 13 May 2025 13:00:00 GMT

A dream inspired by a book he received aged 7 has been completed: the longest climb of Mount Everest, following a record-breaking triathlon from the shores of the UK.

Mitch Hutchcraft, from Cambridgeshire, joins us down the line from base camp while he makes his recovery.

Also in this episode:

-The M&S cyber crisis deepens as it admits hackers stole customer data.

To read the full report from our business editor Jonathan Prynn, click here.

-Wegovy slashes the risk of heart disease ‘even before people shed weight’

-For the first time in 3,000 years, European Elk could be reintroduced to the UK

-Why a new snail species has been named after Pablo Picasso

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The online world goes wild for Pope Leo XIV

Fri, 09 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Pope Leo XIV made his first public appearance from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica in front of a packed St Peter’s Square on Thursday evening. But since he became pontiff, the revelation of his online footprint has captured the imagination of Gen Z.

For more, we hear from The London Standard’s features writer and columnist, Maddy Mussen.

A new environmentally friendly technique to extract tiny cellulose strands from cow dung and turn them into manufacturing-grade material has been developed by a team of UK researchers.

You can find cellulose in everything from cling film to surgical masks.

To tell us about their new ‘pressurised spinning’ technique, we caught up with the senior author of the study, UCL Professor Mohan Edirisinghe.

Plus, two friends are found guilty of cutting down world-famous Sycamore Gap tree in act of 'mindless thuggery'

Also in this episode:

How a ‘simple selfie’ through AI tool can help predict patients’ cancer survival

Could this psoriasis treatment free patients from having to use multiple products?

An “accordion worm” which contracts, like the instrument, is discovered off the Northwest coast of Spain.

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‘If we save the sea, we save our world’ – Attenborough urges ocean protection

Thu, 08 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

A powerful rallying cry to protect the world's oceans has been issued from Sir David Attenborough.

His message features in a new film, Ocean with David Attenborough, which opens in cinemas across the world today.

Plus, Owkin has launched K Navigator, an AI-powered research co-pilot designed to revolutionise biomedical science.

They say the technology is an “agentic playground” where researchers can explore, refine, and validate a theory, therefore accelerating the quality and pace of their discoveries.

According to the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine, it takes around 12 years for a laboratory discovery to become an approved medicine. There is also a high failure rate.

Tech and Science Daily spoke to Dr Ingo Ringshausen, a consultant at University College London Hospital who runs a research group for the Cancer Institute and—importantly—was also one of the first to test the technology.

Also in this episode:

Could Nasa switch up and launch to Mars as early as 2026?
London NHS worker awarded £29,000 after being likened to Darth Vader
Is Scotland home to the world’s oldest football pitch?

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Should AI be allowed in job applications?

Wed, 07 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

AI could be “disrupting” students’ views on their skills and the ability of employers to accurately assess them, according to the Institute of Student Employers.

Their recent study shows that around half of employers polled are concerned that graduates might be using artificial intelligence to misrepresent their abilities.

Steve Isherwood, Joint Chief Executive of the Institute of Student Employers, joins us to discuss the impact of AI on the recruitment process for graduates and school leavers.

Meanwhile, after years of fierce debate paleontologists say they’ve tracked down where the T.Rex dinosaur originates from.

Tech & Science Daily speaks to lead author of the international study, Cassius Morrison, a PhD student at UCL Earth Sciences.

Also in this episode:

The second GTA 6 trailer dropped racking up over 50 million views, but what has it revealed?
Amazon reveals their new ‘sense of touch’ robot
Thousands of students will receive their GSCE results via an app this summer
Fancy copying Mark Zuckerberg and purchasing a nuclear bunker? A UK Cold War era bunker is going under the hammer.

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UK's new quantum space facility could fight off cyber attacks

Fri, 02 May 2025 16:27:17 GMT

How a new Quantum Optical Ground Station is hoping to prevent cyber attacks.

Dr Ross Donaldson from Heriot-Watt University tells Tech & Science Daily how their new £2.5 million facility will help secure next-generation communications against cyber threats.

TikTok has been fined 530 million euros by the Irish data protection watchdog for breaching EU privacy rules around transferring user data to China.

And a ‘shark skin’ coating for planes, which could save the airline industry $34 billion in fuel costs.

Also in this episode:

British public says AI should not fully replace NHS doctors
Scientists warn of the threat of a bubbling underwater volcano
The sea lion who has better rhythm than humans

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Super-realistic deepfakes have a heartbeat

Thu, 01 May 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Dr Eisert, from Humboldt University in Germany, told us how pulse rates in super-realistic deepfakes are hard to detect and could escape traditional detector technology.

A new AI tool to spot suspected skin cancer has been approved for NHS use.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence said that the technology has the potential to reduce waiting times.

Plus, a soviet rocket entry capsule, which was headed for Venus, is expected to come crashing back to Earth in the coming days.

Also in this episode:

One in three report the ability ‘to sing better than speak’ after a stroke
The UK could experience the warmest start to May ever recorded
Archaeologists discover ancient penis shaped pendant near Hadrian’s Wall - and it’s believed to have been a good luck charm

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Is the UK’s power network in trouble?

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

A major fire at a London electrical substation this week, along with a power blackout in Spain and Portugal, has raised fresh questions about the stability of the UK's power network?

We spoke to John Loughhead, Professor of Clean Energy at the University of Birmingham and Fellow and Former President at the Institution of Engineering and Technology. Click here to hear the full interview.

A doctor contemplating eye removal surgery has her sight restored thanks to a first-of-its-kind genomics lab… just in time for her wedding…

Plus, is your energy meter among 300,000 set to be switched off on June 30?

Also in this episode:

Which London airport has installed a bird hide to resemble an air traffic control tower?
Has the recorder finally lost popularity in music class?
‘Fart walking can help long term health’, say physicians

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What caused the power outage in Spain?

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:47:33 GMT

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said a "strong oscillation" in the European grid was behind the unprecedented power outage across Spain and Portugal on Monday.

Both countries saw train stations, phone lines, traffic lights, and ATM machines knocked out.

A large fire has broken out at an electrical substation in West London. This comes a month after a substation fire shut down Heathrow airport.

Plus, ZSL hope to unravel the mystery of 230 film reels found hidden in their archive - some with cryptic titles, some with no title at all.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to Tina Campanella, ZSL’s Bicentenary Project Manager, to find out what help they need from historians and film buffs.

Also in this episode:

Hugging Face release their latest 3D printed arm for $100
World-first clinical trial for fridge-free vaccine launches in the UK
15% rise in applications to study artificial intelligence at UK universities
Why 15 avatar dogs interrupted a live football match on Twitch

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Should schools have AI training?

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The GMB union says school staff have voiced concerns about the impact of AI, such as cheating, plagiarism, lazy thinking, loss of human touch and too much screen time.

Why industrial waste is turning into rock, and transforming our coastline, faster than predicted… with Dr Amanda Owen, senior lecturer in sedimentology at the University of Glasgow (School of Geographical and Earth Sciences)

Nasa release first image of their Curiosity Rover travelling across Mars.

Also in this episode:

Instagram's Edits app has 7 million downloads in first week
Some shark bites could be a form of self-defence, researchers say
New digital live map helps you never miss a train again

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Massive icebergs once roamed off coast of UK

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Giant icebergs that scientists believe drifted off the UK coast 18,000 years ago are now helping researchers at the British Antarctic Survey to understand the impact that climate change and global warming are having on the Antarctic. Dr James Kirkham joins us on the podcast to explain how.

Why Apple is reportedly planning to diversify its supply chain, moving its iPhone production away from China and making India its primary source.

The rapidly crumbling exoplanet hurtling through space, with Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer Finn Burridge.

Also in this episode:

Google’s“call to arms” over a worrying gap in the UK’s adoption of artificial intelligence.
Volkswagen America and Uber’s plans for a robotaxi service as soon as 2026
And how marathon runners’ urine could soon be enriching our soil

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China could build a nuclear plant on the moon

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

China has released their lunar plans which could include a nuclear power plant.

They hope it can provide energy for the International Lunar Research Station - a project in conjunction with Russia.

Ofcom says tech firms will be legally required to block children’s access to harmful content online. Failing to do so could mean big fines or even a ban from UK access.

We hear from Molly Rose Foundation CEO, Andy Burrows, who says they are “dismayed” by today’s codes.

Also in this episode:

The RNID discuss their new report which warns the lives of deaf patients are ‘at risk’ amid NHS communication barriers.
Nintendo apologises to fans as sales for the Switch 2 exceeds expectations.
A rare gold quartz 'dragon' goes on display at the Natural History Museum.
Chimpanzees chomping on, and sharing, ‘alcoholic fruit’ baffles scientists
Coldplay appears to be having a positive impact on domestic sustainable energy.

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Will Instagram’s new Edit app rival TikTok?

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Move over Reels, Instagram has now launched its new video creation app called Edits, which aims to enable users to create and edit videos directly on their phones before sharing them. But, is this another move from Meta to rival TikTok’s capcut?

Are we closer to understanding if animals grieve like humans do?

We join MSc student Emily Johnson, at UCL Anthropology, who says their findings represent the first systematic study into whether primate mothers show similar behavioural responses to death as humans.

Also in this episode:

Bethesda finally officially released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Sir David Attenborough to reveal mankind’s history in an immersive exhibition
Formula E will return to London’s Excel conference centre
Scientists say they’ve discovered a brand new colour…

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REPLAY: Dr. Rhonda Patrick (Brave New World preview)

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

This is a replay of a preview episode of our sister podcast, Brave New World. Evgeny Lebedev meets with Dr. Rhonda Patrick, a biomedical researcher and health educator from California.

Evgeny Lebedev and Rhonda discuss how experiments on genetic pathways in worms got her interested in the science of anti-ageing in humans.

Plus, Rhonda explains how nutrition can impact our wellbeing.

To hear the full interview search Brave New World Evening Standard, or click here.

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Strongest signs of alien life on distant ocean-covered planet

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Have scientists discovered aliens? Astronomers believe they have discovered the strongest signs of life on a distant ocean-covered planet far beyond our solar system.

We hear from the co-author of the report, Dr Subhajit Sarkar, lecturer in Astrophysics at Cardiff University.

Also in this episode:

US stocks of Nvidia slump following new restrictions on China exports
The UK government places a temporary ban on tourists returning with cheese and meat products to prevent the spread of foot and mouth disease
London scientists grow human teeth in a lab - could this see the end of fillings and implants?
Rare otter sighting recorded in Canary Wharf in sign of species 'remarkable' recovery
London Zoo announces a special trio of hatched ‘Easter’ eggs…

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Brain injury patients help find location of logical thinking

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists have identified the key brain regions essential for logical thinking and problem solving. The study involved a survey of patients who have suffered a brain injury from either a stroke or tumour. To explain the results, including the development of two new tests of reasoning, we’re joined by lead author, Dr Joseph Mole from UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and Department of Neuropsychology at UCLH.

Also in this episode:

The origins of water on Earth is challenged in a new study
Rapid rise in e-cigarettes 'stalls' ahead of a nationwide ban on single-use vapes, study suggests
Two new species of dinosaur discovered in China within a 125-million-year-old fossil

For all the latest news head to standard.co.uk

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Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand in anti trust trial

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg could see the tech giant disconnect from Instagram and WhatsApp.

Well, that’s the possible outcome from an antitrust trial currently taking place and one that the tech boss is giving evidence to.

Scientists have developed AI fingerprint technology to accurately show how cancer cells respond to new drugs, by simply observing changes to their shape.

We hear from Chris Bakal, professor of cancer morphodynamics, from the Institute of Cancer Research.

Blue Origin: Katy Perry to write a song about her trip to space…

Also in this episode:

Could hypnotherapy and talking therapy be the best treatments for long-term stomach pain in children?
London’s Sycamore Gap? Police called in to investigate ‘criminal’ felling of ancient oak tree amid uproar
Hate exercising? Researchers say house cleaning and daily living tasks can help protect your heart health
When will EA announce Star Wars: Zero Company?

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New material makes prosthetics comfier for amputees

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

London scientists have developed a new material called Roliner which allows amputees to adjust the fit of prosthetic limbs.

Our bodies change shape during the day which can be uncomfortable for amputees if their prosthetics don’t fit properly.

To find out more, we’re joined by Professor Firat Guder from Imperial’s Department of Bioengineering, one of the researchers behind Roliner.

Also in this episode:

Spring Statement: Rachel Reeves says £400m will be allocated to 'bring innovative technology to the front line'
Could Trump cut tariffs on China to complete a TikTok deal?
Why social media has been flooded with Ghibli-style AI-generated images
Abba ‘adding a little something’ to their avatar arena shows
Lucky! Two medieval rings found by metal detectorists sell at auction for…

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Building on planets: space architect Sebastian Aristotelis

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Fans of the 2015 Ridley Scott film The Martian might enjoy this one… In this episode, we’re joined by Sebastian Aristotelis, co-founder and lead architect of SAGA Space Architects. We discuss the unique challenges of designing habitats for the moon and Mars, including the importance of gravity, atmosphere, and isolation. Sebastian shares his experiences living in extreme environments on Earth to test their designs, as well as the ethical considerations of building on celestial bodies.

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REPLAY: Magic Mushrooms and Epic Poetry, with Bill Richards (Brave New World Preview)

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This episode is a replay. In this preview of our Brave New World series, Evgeny talks to psychologist and researcher Bill Richards, whose book Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics and Religious Experiences is considered a seminal work in the field and is now in its 10th edition.

To listen to the whole interview, and hear previous episodes, search 'Brave New World' in your podcast provider.

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The impact of Heathrow Substation Fire

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Heathrow Airport closed after a fire broke out at a single substation in West London - causing a massive power outage.

In today’s episode we hear about the critical role of electrical substations in our infrastructure from Head of Technical Regulations at the Institution of Engineering and Technology Mark Coles.

We also find out about the global impact of the closure of one of London’s busiest airports from Principal Research Fellow at University College London’s Air Transportation Systems Group, Dr Lynnette Dray.

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US astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore start recovery back on Earth

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT

After nine months on the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have safely returned to Earth on board a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. We’re joined by Dr Keith Siew, Senior Research Fellow at University College London, to discuss the impact of their extended time in space and how their bodies will recover.

Also in this episode:

Why 79% of UK fintechs are experiencing losses of at least £500,000
Lego x Pokemon is on the horizon
Mercedes tries out Apptronik’s AI humanoid robot Apollo on the factory floor
The Blob Fish has been named Fish of The Year in New Zealand

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What happens to London if climate change gets out of control?

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Extremes of temperature are often talked about as part of the concern around climate change but there is a scenario which could see the capital faced with extremely cold weather as the norm and the threat comes in part from a giant, invisible ocean current in the Atlantic.In an interview taken from our sister podcast, The Standard, climate scientist James Stewart explains more about the possibilities….

This topic is part of The London Question from The London Standard. You can read James' full article by clicking here.

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Does the Online Safety Act protect you enough?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

The Online Safety Act has come into force today meaning social media platforms must now remove illegal content or face massive fines. But will it actually make the internet safer? Consumer law expert Lisa Webb from Which? joins us to discuss the new rules.

Also in this episode:

SpaceX capsule Dragon docks at the International Space Station to bring two astronauts stuck in space home
Scientists have cracked a 20-year-old mystery that could help develop treatments for Parkinson’s
Is the future of computing in our glasses? Meta thinks so
Google Assistant is disappearing – as Gemini takes over

Read our full interview with Tim Peake on the ISS mission, SpaceX, and the future of space exploration.

Or listen to the interview on Tech & Science Daily here.

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Science unlocks life and legacy of PG Tips chimpanzee

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.

Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.

The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.

We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.

Also in this episode:

Apple’s appeal against the UK government’s demand for encrypted data is due to be discussed in a private hearing at the High Court.
Declining vaccination rates are being blamed for a worrying increase in measles cases
How drones are being used to restore Britain’s lost rainforests

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Tim Peake on the future of space – and Elon Musk

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

British astronaut Tim Peake joined global leaders from the space industry in London this week for the Space Comm Expo.

In today’s special episode we hear from the 52-year-old, who was the first British astronaut to perform a spacewalk.

Speaking to The London Standard’s Will Hosie, Tim gives his thoughts on space exploration, Elon Musk, British technology, the potential of private companies like SpaceX, and what's next for us to look forward to.

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Fears for wildlife after North Sea oil spill

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

A Russian national has been identified as the captain of the Solong ship, which collided with a tanker carrying jet fuel earlier this week. Wildlife experts say the oil spill could have a devastating effect on wildlife. We speak to Chief Executive of the Marine Conservation Society Sandy Luk about the impact of the jet fuel spill off the Yorkshire coast.

Also in this episode:

London sees highest rise in ADHD prescriptions since pandemic
Are slushies dangerous for kids? Researchers warn parents about glycerol intoxication.
Could whales be the ocean’s unsung environmental heroes?

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Is the UK’s Online Safety Act tough enough?

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

The head of Ofcom has defended the UK’s new Online Safety Act, calling it “very ambitious” in tackling harmful content - but campaigners say it doesn’t go far enough.

Plus - new data shows the expansion of ULEZ has improved London’s air quality, but it hasn’t reduced traffic levels. City Hall and Transport Editor Ross Lydall spoke to Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan about the latest stats.

Also in this episode:

The UK government faces pressure to introduce stronger AI regulations, ensuring humans stay at the heart of decision-making.
Scientists discover a hidden function in the immune system that could lead to new antibiotics.
Apple delays Siri’s AI upgrade
The Athena moon lander is officially declared dead after tipping sideways on landing.
The world’s oldest meteorite crater may hold clues about the formation of Earth’s continents.
UK pharmacies warn of daily medicine shortages, forcing patients to search multiple locations for vital prescriptions.
What foxes’ whiskers can tell us about their diet

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An explosive SpaceX launch, the lunar robot landing, and THAT woolly mouse

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT

SpaceX’s latest Starship test flight has ended in flames- marking the eighth failed attempt for Elon Musk’s deep-space rocket. Meanwhile, the Athena lander has successfully touched down on the Moon, but engineers fear it may have tipped over. We hear from CMO of Castrol Nicola Buck about how the British oil company is helping to keep the AstroAnt micro robot going as part of the mission.

Plus, scientists have created a woolly mouse - a small step towards reviving the woolly mammoth. We heard from co-founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences Ben Lamm.

Also in this episode:

Two astronauts stranded on the ISS for nine months are finally set to return home
MPs debate the Safer Phones Bill, which could raise the digital age of consent and introduce new smartphone restrictions for children.
PlayStation reveals a limited-edition DualSense controller.

Listen to our special episode about work to bring back the woolly mammoth here.

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REPLAY: The Human Guinea Pig, with Ben Greenfield (Brave New World preview)

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This is a replay preview of our sister podcast Brave New World. What is biohacking and are you already doing it without realising? Evgeny Lebedev spends a day with the ‘world’s fittest man’, Ben Greenfield, to learn how exercise, diet and light contribute to wellness. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider.

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The mental toll of misdiagnosis

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Hearing that an illness is ‘all in your head’ can have a damaging effect on self-worth and self-esteem.

That’s according to new research from the University of Cambridge that has revealed the impact of chronic diseases being misdiagnosed as psychosomatic.

The study showed that patients whose symptoms were dismissed were more likely to experience high levels of depression, anxiety and lower mental wellbeing.

In this special episode, Rachelle Abbott talks to lead author of the study Dr Melanie Sloan about the lasting effects of miscommunication between clinicians and patients, which range from low self-esteem to heavy distrust in healthcare services…

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UK to send 5,000 missiles to Ukraine

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

A Belfast factory is set to supply 5,000 air defence missiles to Ukraine.

TikTok is one of several social media platforms being investigated by the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Suze Cooper talks to the ICO’s deputy commissioner for regulatory policy Emily Keaney about the investigation.

Also in this episode:

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost spacecraft lands on the Moon.
OpenAI’s Sora video tool is coming to ChatGPT, alongside the launch of GPT-4.5.
Microsoft announces the end of Skype, as it shifts focus to Teams.
Xiaomi unveils the 15 Ultra, a flagship phone featuring a 200-megapixel periscope camera.
Scientists reveal how a man’s brain turned to glass during the Mount Vesuvius eruption.
Steam hits a new milestone

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Apple on 'affordable' iPhone 16e & new features

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Apple’s latest iPhone 16e hits UK shelves today, boasting high-end features for an affordable price.

We asked Alice from Apple about all the new and important additions.

South Korean officials are in California this week and signed a $35 billion agreement to fund the world’s largest AI data centre, 'to rival Microsoft and Google'. We’re joined by the co-founders of the new data centre, Stock Farm Road, Brian Koo and Dr. Amin Badr-El-Din, who explain why South Korea is investing so heavily in AI infrastructure.

Also in this episode:

Don’t miss your chance to see the planets align tonight—the next time it happens is in 2040.
What if quantum physics was as easy as building with Lego? Well, scientists at the University of Nottingham might have made it so.
Could junk food binges be affecting your brain?

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REPLAY: Turning Back Time with Bryan Johnson (Brave New World preview)

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

This is a replay of a preview taken from our sister podcast, Brave New World. Evgeny meets ‘anti-ageing poster boy’ Bryan Johnson, the entrepreneur whose ‘Project Blueprint’ aims to extend the human lifespan. He also talks to the 46-year-old’s doctor Oliver Zolman, who details how they’re approaching a controversial area of emerging science. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider.

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Apple rolls out Donald Trump bug fix

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Apple’s rolling out a bug fix after an iPhone glitch where saying ‘racist’ briefly flashes an image of Donald Trump on screen.

MPs warn Meta’s decision to scrap third-party fact-checkers could allow misinformation to spread unchecked.

How are London scientists decoding brain signals to make robotic limbs feel more natural? We hear from Imperial College London Research Associate Dr Deren Barsakcioglu.

Also in this episode:

The UK government announces its Digital Inclusion Action Plan to close the digital divide
Microsoft’s $80 billion AI and cloud investment in Europe
A new blood test that could predict which of your organs are ageing the fastest
A campaign by UK newspapers fighting back against AI scraping copyrighted content
SpaceX’s prepares for the next Starship test flight

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Breast cancer deaths to ‘rise dramatically by 2050’

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Breast cancer deaths and cases are set to rise dramatically by 2050, according to latest figures from the World Health Organisation. But what’s driving the increase?

Why has Bitcoin dropped to its lowest price since November?

How researchers are using X-Ray vision to improve Formula 1. We’re joined by Dr. Chu Lun Alex Leung an Associate Professor in Advanced Manufacturing at UCL.

Also in this episode:

Why have Kate Bush, Annie Lennox and Damon Albarn dropped a completely silent new album?
Anthropic’s new advanced AI model that reflects before responding
Groundbreaking new gene therapy helps children with severe sight loss to see for the first time
Google Drive just got a handy new upgrade…
Could brewing tea help purify drinking water?

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Should more schools ban smartphones?

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:13:55 GMT

More than 100 schools across Barnet will go ‘smartphone-free’ from September. This isn’t the first time smartphones have been banned in London and comes as the Safer Phones Bill continues to gain momentum. Joining us to explain is The London Standard's chief political correspondent, Rachael Burford. We're also joined by Clare Fernyhough, founding partner of Smartphone Free Childhood, who explains the negative impacts smartphones have on children.

Get in touch with us at podcasts@standard.co.uk

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Microsoft’s Majorana 1 quantum computing chip unveiled

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:49 GMT

After almost 20 years in development Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip has been unveiled. Experts are seeing it as a leap towards quantum computing but what is that? And what does it mean?

Elsewhere, researchers at Imperial College London and Google have been testing an AI co-scientist to see how it might contribute to advanced experiments.

Dr Tiago Costa, who co-led the experimental work tells us how they challenged the tech and what they learnt from collaborating with AI.

Also in this episode:

Microsoft unveils new quantum chip
Apple’s iPhone 16e revealed
NASA’s latest asteroid warning
Placenta tissue is used to save a man’s eye
NASA’s Curiosity rover captures shimmering rainbow clouds over Mars.

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REPLAY: The Psychedelic Renaissance with David Nutt (Brave New World preview)

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This is a replay of a preview episode from our sister podcast Brave New World. Could psychedelics be used to help tackle mental health issues like depression and addiction? Evgeny Lebedev speaks to Professor David Nutt, one the leading researchers in this controversial field. He also speaks to Buzzfeed journalist Lara Parker who used ketamine assisted therapy to treat clinical depression. To hear the whole interview, including additional interviews with pioneers Robin Carhart-Harris and Amanda Feilding, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

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Ancient Egyptian mummies smell 'sweet' and 'spicy'

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:44:11 GMT

The scent of ancient Egyptian mummies has been unlocked thanks to pioneering smell analysis. We hear from UCL’s Dr Cecilia Bembibre about the research conducted on nine mummified bodies that could allow museum visitors to experience the aromas of the past through "smellscapes."

Also in this episode:

South Korea halts downloads of DeepSeek over security fears.
The Royal Society faces pressure over Elon Musk’s fellowship.
Cambridge researchers develop a brain implant that could revolutionise Parkinson’s treatment.
Leaked details suggest Apple is working on a foldable iPhone.
Scottish company Skyrora prepares to launch a rocket from Shetland in 2026.

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TikTok returns to US app stores - for now

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Apple and Google have been assured there won’t be penalties for allowing TikTok downloads from their app stores - although the ban is still set to be enforced in April.

Plus, scientists have discovered how cancer cells break away from tumours and spread through the body. We hear from Victoria Sanz Moreno, professor of cancer cell and metastasis at the Institute of Cancer Research about what the research means for future cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Also in this episode:

A cooling system inspired by elephants’ ears could be used to keep systems running on the moon
Man from uncontacted Amazon tribe emerges from forest
Is Gen AI affecting our critical thinking?
Two furry friends from London Zoo take a trip to the dentist

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Could SpaceX rock the Trump-Musk bromance?

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:36:52 GMT

Rachelle Abbott sits down with science and technology editor Will Hosie to explore US President Donald Trump’s vision for space exploration. They discuss his relationship with Elon Musk and SpaceX, the challenges of reaching Mars, and whether Trump can put humans on the Red Planet before anyone else. Will shares insights from his latest article in The London Standard, "Why Donald Trump and Elon Musk Could Fall Out Over SpaceX."

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REPLAY: How Not To Die with David Sinclair and David Walliams (Brave New World preview)

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This is a replay of a preview taken from our sister podcast Brave New World. Is it possible to live forever – and would you even want to? Evgeny Lebedev is joined by David Walliams to explore the science and ethics of age reversal. He also meets longevity pioneer Dr David Sinclair, who gives advice on how to extend lifespans - and tells David Walliams how to reverse his biological clock.

To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

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Scientists discover how brains beat fear

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Professor of neuroscience at University College London, Sonja Hofer, explains how researchers made the fascinating discovery, with hopes it can one day support PTSD and anxiety treatments.

We head back to Paris for the AI Action Summit, with Andrew Strait, associate director at the Ada Lovelace Institute and former ethics researcher at Google’s DeepMind AI project.

Why the moon has been placed on a heritage protection watchlist, with John Darlington, director of projects at the World Monuments Fund.

Also in this episode:

Has Earth’s inner core changed shape?
Female downhill mountain-bikers at ‘significantly greater risk of injury’
When is the ‘most affordable’ iPhone SE 4 release date? Plus, new date for Apple’s AI iOS 18.4 beta testing

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AI Action Summit Paris begins

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:03:11 GMT

Imperial College London’s Professor David Shrier on key discussion topics at France’s first global AI conference. Professor Shrier was among experts advising on the European’s Union’s AI act.

Also in this episode:

OpenAi’s $14m Super Bowl ad celebrating human invention
Rare ‘Einstein ring’ captured in a galaxy far away.
Sri Lankan government blames monkey for national power cut
Bryan Adams Australia gig axed over sewer fatberg

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REPLAY: Gabor Maté on Tackling Trauma (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This is a replay of a preview of our sister podcast, Brave New World. Evgeny Lebedev joins Dr Gabor Maté, a renowned physician and best-selling author recognised for his ground-breaking work in the fields of addiction and mental health.

They discuss:

Trauma and resilience
Self-limiting beliefs and how to overcome them
Are Western children being raised in a ‘toxic culture’?

To hear the full interview, just search Brave New World Evening Standard.

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Can quantum computing boost profits?

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Research by Oxford Economics and hardware-maker IBM claims quantum computing could boost economic productivity by over eight per cent in the coming decades - but concerns remain about the ultra-powerful tech’s environmental impact. Record hot January was 1.75C above pre-industrial era. Mummification of pharaohs unwrapped at London hologram show - we speak with Egyptologist Nacho Ares, who is curator of Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition.

Also in this episode:

Cyber-warrior recruits sought for British army
Police seize 1,000 stolen devices in smartphone blitz
How BBC host sought refund after ‘cat-fishing’ dating app ban
Doomscroll...AI scan reveals ‘disgust’ in burned Roman papyrus

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‘Wild west’ of weight-loss jabs: crackdown explained

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Rachelle Abbott joins London GP Dr Sonia Adesara, who explains the ‘wild west’ culture of online weight-loss jab prescriptions. Plus Louise Edwards, chief strategy officer & deputy registrar at the General Pharmaceutical Council, on tougher new rules to combat unregistered online pharmacies.

Endangered Darwin’s froglets, the size of a grain of rice, born at London Zoo - with Dr Ben Tapley, ZSL’s curator of amphibians and reptiles.

How AI helped The Beatles secure their eighth Grammy Award.

Also in this episode:

Major AI breast cancer screening trial ‘to cut waiting times’
Source Code by Bill Gates: Microsoft co-founder believes he would have been diagnosed with childhood autism
Could You Be Loved named Bob Marley’s most played track in UK this century

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How would Trump's US tariffs hit UK tech exports?

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump says he “might” hit Britain with trade tariffs and warned of American levies on EU imports “pretty soon” - we discover how such restrictions might impact with UK tech and services, Dr Ashok Kumar, associate professor at Birkbeck University of London and supply chain expert. Health officials announce 12 new mpox vaccination sites have opened across England. Stranded Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams reveals she’s not walked, sat or laid down for two-thirds of a year while stuck on the ISS in microgravity.

Also in this episode:

Heathrow third runway toxic air increase warning

Throat cancer warning signs

Would you let Google make your phone calls? Consumer expert Harry Kind on how AI phone tech could help small business.

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Washington plane crash: Investigators hunt for clues

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:50:20 GMT

Questions continue to grow about air safety in the US capital. We hear from Graham Braithwaite, professor of safety and accident investigation, at Cranfield University.

Crispr designed gene cutting therapy for some patients with severe sickle cell disease, approved for NHS use.

The ‘godfather of artificial intelligence’ issues stark warning that the technology could one day replace humans.

Also in this episode:

Dr Ashley King, from the Department of Earth Sciences at London’s Natural History Museum, on their analysis of the remarkable minerals found in the famous Nasa asteroid sample, Bennu, which they say unlocks secrets to “the starting point of our solar system”.
Acas issues new advice on dealing with neurodiversity at work.
A Complete Unknown: Bob Dylan gets a 150% boost in music streaming.

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Wall-E, is that you? Rise of AI delivery robots

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:43:45 GMT

We’re joined by tech entrepreneur Ahti Heinla, the Skype co-founder who went on to run AI-powered robot delivery firm Starship Technologies. Heinla is calling on the Starmer government to improve regulation for automated technology.

Asteroid alert: football pitch-sized space rock under watch.

Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg shrugs off DeepSeek fears.

Also in this episode

Jenny Halpern Prince, co-founder of The Lady Garden Foundation, debunks myths surrounding vital smear tests and the charity’s poll revealed half of British women are intentionally putting off important cervical screenings. We are also joined by Vicky Ellis, 35, from Eastbourne, who tells of her experience receiving a cervical cancer diagnosis.
UK chlorate warning in Coca-Cola canned drinks
Storm Eowyn: UK’s National Trust loses more than 10,000 trees

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Rise of DeepSeek & future impact on AI industry | special

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We explore the groundbreaking DeepSeek- R1 model with Dr Mark Kennedy, who leads Imperial College London’s Data Science Institute.

What is DeepSeek, and how has this small team from China revolutionised AI technology? We also discuss any implications of this model for the future of AI, the potential “wake-up call” for existing tech giants, and the significance of having more players in the field. Plus, could this all be a positive step for small business leaders?

This episode includes a look back at Monday’s stock market crash with The London Standard’s Business Editor Jonathan Prynn.

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China’s DeepSeek sparks AI market wobble

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:08:52 GMT

Surging popularity of Chinese discount AI software DeepSeek appears to have wobbled investors’ faith in the profitability of AI and the sector’s demand for expensive high-tech chips.

How London’s black cabbies outsmart AI, with Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience Hugo Spiers, from University College London’s department of Psychology & Language Sciences.

Also in this episode:

From Storm Eowyn to Storm Herminia: bad weather brings more disruption to UK transport services
US woman ‘feels like superwoman’ after receiving pig organ transplant
Why an entire motorway was built around a man’s house in China

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Storm Eowyn: science behind explosive cyclone

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Storm Eowyn smashed into the British Isles bringing record gusts of over 110mph. But what is the cyclone, and how did it form? Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin explains.

Why Trump wants to evaluate US crypto stockpile in ‘digital assets’ appraisal.

New twist in mystery of dinosaurs’ origins, with PhD student Joel Heath of UCL Earth Sciences and London’s Natural History Museum.

Also in this episode:

Could camel’s milk be a good swap from traditional dairy drinks?
Meta denies claims users have been “forced” to follow president Trump
Minecraft Movie to turn triangular Doritos square for the first time

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Samsung on latest Galaxy S25 AI series

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Samsung's Annika Bizon on their latest Galaxy S25 AI smartphones. Tornado warning for London as Storm Eowyn is predicted to batter the UK with 100mph winds amid ‘danger to life warning’. Royal Shakespeare Company debuts first video game called ‘Lili’.

Also in this episode:

Is Meta trying to poach US TikTok influencers with bonuses?
What is cushing syndrome? Actress Amy Schumer reveals diagnosis after trolls target her appearance.
Lime bike rival Forest launches pay-as-you-go bike with child seat.
TikTok star David Larbi on finding everyday happiness - check out The London Standard’s Bigger Life Festival to book a masterclass with David.

Annika Bizon is Samsung UK and Ireland’s director of mobile experience.

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Why mysterious mounds reveal history of life on Mars

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Scientists discover giant mounds dating back billions of years. Why is this significant? We ask lead researcher Dr Joe McNeil from London’s Natural History Museum. Samsung prepares for Unpacked event. Apple CEO Tim Cook reacts on X about OK Go’s latest iPhone music video, following in The Weeknd’s footsteps.

Also in this episode:

Brits to be infected with malaria in vaccines test
Storm Eowyn set to bring the UK winds of up to 95mph
‘Artificial intelligence’ and ‘kindness’ voted as children’s words of year for Oxford University Press
Donald Trump attempts negotiation of TikTok sale - on live television

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US TikTok revives, and Trump's tech takeover?

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:53:32 GMT

Just 24 hours before Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration day, TikTok came back online after going dark amid a US ban over data security fears.

To discuss Big Tech’s influence and direction of policy for Trump’s White House 2.0, Tech & Science Daily is joined by Dr Thomas Gift, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Centre on US Politics, and The London Standard’s science and technology editor Will Hosie.

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Scientist on invasive frogs found in roses, Nintendo Switch 2 reveal & more...

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:06:30 GMT

Why a frog from Columbia found in a bouquet of roses in England, sparked biosecurity research paper. Reptiles are reportedly travelling into Northern Europe inside potted plants. Tech & Science Daily speak to senior researcher Dr Silviu Petrovan, from the Department of Zoology at the University of Cambridge, about the impacts this has.

US President Joe Biden 'leaving TikTok ban decision to President-elect Donald Trump'.

Also in this episode:

Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, with The London Standard's gaming reporter Saqib Shah.
The toxic air from fires in Los Angeles. Mark Blunden speaks to resident Kenia Alcocer, an organiser at Union de Vecinos, part of the Los Angeles Tenants Union.
Space X Starship explodes minutes after launch from Texas forcing airlines to alter course

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Blue Origin launch: What is Bezos' Blue Ring Vehicle?

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

New Glenn rocket carries first Blue Ring Vehicle prototype able to transform to perform multiple tasks in space, and deliver three-ton payloads.

Will the CEO of TikTok attend Trump’s inauguration?

Apprentice star Tim Campbell MBE on why, amid the rise of artificial intelligence, a technical education for young people is crucial.

Also in this episode:

Ten minutes of mindfulness meditation ‘can reduce work stress’
‘Girl power’ in Iron Age Britain
How one man could tackle Mount Everest in a week...

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US TikTok Ban Explained | special

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:00:44 GMT

Analysis of the US supreme court TikTok ban case over security concerns - with The London Standard’s science and technology editor, Will Hosie.

Plus, online star Adam McIntyre, who has over one million followers across his social media platforms, on the loss of income and memories if the video app is forced to close down.

It follows reports Tesla, X and SpaceX boss Elon Musk was in talks to buy TikTok’s US operations - something the Chinese ByteDance-owned firm denies.

Also a thanks to Dr Mark Kennedy, director of Imperial’s Data Science Institute.

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Sir Keir Starmer unveils UK's ‘AI revolution’

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Sir Keir Starmer has set out the government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan, with aims to boost the UK economy. Tech & Science Daily is joined by Dr Mark Kennedy, associate professor of strategy and organisational behaviour at Imperial College Business School.

New technology for Parkinson’s patients approved for use in the UK and EU, with neurologist Dr Martijn Beudel from the Department of Neurology in Amsterdam University Medical Centre.

Blue Origin postpones launching New Glenn rocket from Florida due to ‘last-minute issues’.

Also in this episode:

LA wildfires: death toll rises to 24 as forecasters issue new wind warning.
The 21-year-old rower aiming to be the youngest person and first woman to cross from Europe to South America.
TikTok’s Claudia Winkleman caricature cake video goes viral.

Dr Mark Kennedy is also director of Imperial’s Data Science Institute.

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‘Punk’ & ‘Emo’ Fossils: An evolution breakthrough?

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Dr Mark Sutton tells Tech & Science Daily that a recent discovery of two rare ancient fossils has unlocked an understanding of life on Earth before dinosaurs existed. But why the rock star names?

TikTok Supreme Court hearing: what next for social media app in the US?

Death toll from Los Angeles fires rises to 10.

Click this link to hear our interview with a climate scientist who specialises on the mountain winds fanning the flames.

Also in this episode:

Defence committee: ‘MoD must learn from Ukraine and embrace AI’
Could seeing friends regularly help prevent heart disease?
Duchess of Sussex back on Netflix...and Instagram ahead of new show, With Love, Meghan - we're joined by The London Standard's India Block.

DR Mark Sutton is from the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College London.

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Climate scientist on winds fuelling California wildfires

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

More than 130,000 people in California were ordered to evacuate as dry, hurricane-force winds hindered firefighters and spread the blazes. We hear from Dr Ella Gilbert, climate scientist of the British Antarctic Survey, who specialises in the impact of mountain winds.

Reactions to Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg’s plan to end Facebook fact-checking

How long do people live after dementia diagnosis?

Also in this episode:

E-cigarettes ‘are four times more profitable for convenience stores than tobacco’, according to researchers at the University of Edinburgh.
Robot-guided “smart biopsy” technique tested on UK patients - could this one day end invasive operations?
CES 2025: air purifier for your pet cat

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California wildfires: state of emergency declared in Los Angeles

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The fire has forced the evacuation of 30,000 residents of Pacific Palisades, home to stars including Ben Affleck, and Tom Hanks.

Why HMPV is not another Covid-19 pandemic with Dr Chris Smith of The Naked Scientists (which grew in popularity during the pandemic) and a medical consultant specialising in clinical microbiology and virology at Cambridge University.

David L. Shrier, Professor of Practice in AI and Innovation with Imperial College London business school, joins us from CES 2025 in Las Vegas for more Nvidia updates.

Also in this episode:

Was the explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside Trump hotel planned 'using generative AI’?
Scientists believe just one cup of coffee in the morning leads to better heart health
Less grey seal pups born at popular coastal breeding ground

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Nvidia’s newest AI offerings unwrapped at CES 2025

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

...Including most powerful processor, the GeForce RTX 5090, plus new AI gaming chips. EU leaders react to Elon Musk’s outbursts over UK child grooming gangs ahead of elections. Scientists unlock secrets of Earth’s climate past, with lead researcher Dr Hanna Jurikova, senior research fellow at St Andrews’ School of Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Also in this episode:

Powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake kills at least 95 in western China
GMB’s Dr Hilary Jones on dangers of ultra processed foods
Paperclip-sized chameleon on conservationists’ 2025 watchlist

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UK PM responds to Elon Musk’s X outburst

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Chief political correspondent, Rachael Burford, on Sir Keir Starmer’s response to Elon Musk - and why the Tesla boss has targeted Britain.

CES 2025: Nvidia, Samsung AI assistants - if you fancy a real-time recipe on a cooking show - and the robot cat that can cool down your coffee.

British woman receives first liver transplant for stage four bowel cancer

Also in this episode:

Is a common virus behind Alzheimer’s in some patients?
Korean scientists believe small satellites could capture better understanding of supermassive black holes
Brazilian nun becomes world’s oldest living person at 117

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Met Office: UK snow & ‘freezing rain’ weather warnings

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:03:15 GMT

The Met Office’s Alex Deakin on the latest weather warning news, UK snow warning and the impact of rare freezing rain.

Former deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg steps down as Meta’s chief global affairs officer.

Are nanoplastics impairing the effect of antibiotics? Tech & Science Daily is joined by Professor Lukas Kenner and PhD student Nikola Zlatkov to discuss the study.

Also in this episode:

Has Nintendo’s Switch 2 core hardware been leaked?
UK low-cost airline cuts paint coats to save weight & fuel costs
Undersea wilderness ‘being lost’ in Scotland’s coastal waters
Works such as Hitchcock’s first ‘talkie’ Blackmail and a Popeye classic among US copyrights expiring in 2025.

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Ancient DNA reveals how people moved across the world

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:00:00 GMT

How a groundbreaking DNA test could redefine our understanding of ancient history, with Professor Peter Heather of King’s College London. What we know about the potential link between the Tesla Cybertruck explosion and the New Orleans terror attack. Meet Hilda, the first IVF calf, who could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in dairy farming.

Also in this episode:

Early cancer diagnosis in England hits its highest level yet.
Why scientists have designed virtual reality goggles for mice and their potential role in studying brain function.
A man with a collection of 4.2 million butterflies seeks a new generation of “safe hands” to preserve his life's work.

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AI Trends 2025: Futurist, Professor David L. Shrier | special

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:00:27 GMT

What’s next for AI in the coming year? In this episode, Rachelle Abbott sits down with futurist and AI expert David Shrier. David is a Professor of Practice in AI and Innovation at Imperial College Business School, Co-Director of the Trusted AI Alliance, Academic Director at the Centre for Digital Transformation, and a Visiting Scholar at the MIT School of Engineering.

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REPLAY: Wim Hof & Rita Ora: Braving the Ice (Brave New World Preview)

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 13:00:34 GMT

In this replay: A preview edition of our Brave New World series, Evgeny meets Wim Hof to learn more about the Dutch athlete’s ‘Method’; a combination of breathing and cold-water immersion that he claims can have health and psychological benefits. Rita Ora also joins the show and talks about her own experience using Wim’s techniques as part of her wellness routines.

To hear the whole show, and listen to previous episodes, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider.

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Mark Blunden on 2024's health & medical news roundup | special

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:00:39 GMT

Welcome to Tech & Science Daily’s health and medical news review, where you’ll hear selected stories and interview highlights from 2024.

In this episode: AI assistant for Alzheimer’s patients, world-first lung cancer vaccine given to UK patient, cancer breakthrough: glowing dye helps find invisible cells, Musk’s Neuralink brain chip fitted to paraplegic chess player - what happened?

Also in this episode:

Pioneering sleep apnoea nerve stimulator treatment

The science of happiness revealed

Tiny robots ‘to treat brain bleeds’

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From Post-War Toy to timeless Christmas Favourite: Scalextric | special

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:00:26 GMT

Founded in post-war Britain by Trevor Francis, Scalextric has entertained families worldwide for generations. But in an era of rapid technological advancements, digital gaming, and AI, can this iconic brand stay on track? Will Scalextric remain a festive favorite in the years to come?

To explore these questions, we’re joined by Simon Owen, Head of Brand at Hornby Hobbies.

In this episode:

The evolution of Scalextric, from 1957 to 2025.
What inspired the creation
How the company make the classic toy
Does Father Christmas embrace the new designs and technology?
How do they compete with digital gaming?
Their plans for the future and the use of AI
Growing up with a Scalextric set and family relationships
Why Simon thinks Scalextric can survive the demands of technology

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Gaming in 2024 review & what’s coming in 2025? | special

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

What are the gaming highlights of 2024 and what can we expect in 2025?

From the big beasts such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and EAFC 24, to indie gems Balatro and Animal Well, we look at the hits - and misses - of the year.

In this special episode, we’re joined by the London Standard’s culture and gaming writer, Vicky Jessop. Vicky also discusses the surprises and flops, best sellers, and we get a sneak peek into the most anticipated games of 2025, including GTA 6 and Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

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Preventing the sixth mass extinction | special

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

On this special episode, we're joined by Alex Dehgan, CEO of Conservation X Labs. Alex explains their new technology, a handheld molecular lab that can fit in the palm of your hand, which they claim can help towards preventing the sixth mass extinction.

In this episode:

What is a sixth mass extinction?
What is the Nabit technology, and how does it work?
Developing their technology and using AI
Could this tech detect ‘mirror image bacteria’?
What conversations are they having with governments?
Are alarm bells ringing?

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Elon Musk shakes up US politics

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk has been fomenting a revolt over a bipartisan federal government funding bill opposed by incoming president Donald Trump, in a direct challenge to the authority of Republican house speaker Mike Johnson. Ghost palms and toothy toadstools are among new species that were named by Kew’s Royal Botanic Gardens in 2024. We’re joined by Kew mycologist and research leader Dr Anna Bazzicalupo.

Also in this episode:

US scientists say the moon may actually be older than previously thought
Study on employees suffering mental and physical strain linked to tech gadgets use. We spoke to lead author, ESRC PhD student Elizabeth Marsh, from the University of Nottingham’s Schools of Psychology and Medicine.
Discovery of a mastodon jaw in a New Yorker’s back yard.
And, OpenAI announces…a phone-line: 1-800-ChatGPT.

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Why ‘hiccuping star’ captured for first time is cosmic breakthrough

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Research lead author Dr Charlotte Angus, from the Astrophysical Research Centre at Queen’s University in Belfast, on the giant “hiccuping” star, which has been documented for the first time.

Scientists research ADHD treatment to find out what actually works best - the London Standard’s health reporter Dan Keane explains all.

Also in this episode

‘12 days of OpenAI’ continues…
What data is being shared by your ‘internet of things’ connected devices? With Stephen Almond, executive director for regulatory risk at the Information Commissioner’s Office
The RSPB reveal its ‘nature wins of 2024’

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Ukraine kills Russian nuclear general with e-scooter bomb

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:03:41 GMT

A top Russian general was assassinated, in an attack claimed by Ukraine, using an e-scooter bomb in Moscow. Plus, what are mysterious ‘blimps’ spotted on Russia’s border with Estonia? We’re joined by The London Standard’s defence editor, Robert Fox.

Also in this episode:

More than 6m properties in England face flood risk
Dust levels on the Victoria line are ‘worst on Tube’, with The London Standard’s transport editor, Ross Lydall
How Saturn’s rings might be keeping a youthful appearance
Waymo robo taxis to start in Japan from 2025

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Mayotte: Cyclone Chido devastates French island

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:28:46 GMT

Met Office operational meteorologist Nick Silkstone on Cyclone Chido, the worst extreme weather event to hit the French territory in 90 years. The prefect of Mayotte, Francois-Xavier Bieuville, said on Sunday that the death toll would “certainly be several hundreds, maybe we will reach a thousand, even several thousands.”

A new class of magnetism called ‘altermagnetism’ has been imaged for the first time in a new study - Tech & Science Daily spoke to lead author, Professor Peter Wadley, from the University of Nottingham’s School of Physics and Astronomy. Could the find transform digital devices?

Plus, is Apple developing a foldable iPhone and iPad?

Also in this episode:

Brussels Sprouts are bigger this year, but by how much?
The skin has its own immune system
Six rare giant catfish surface in Cambodia

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Dr John Krystal: Why ketamine can solve a mental health epidemic (Brave New World preview)

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Host Evgeny Lebedev meets Dr. John Krystal, professor of neuroscience at the Yale School of Medicine, to discuss Ketamine, what it is, and how it can solve a mental health epidemic.

This is a special preview taken from our sister podcast, Brave New World. To hear the interview in full just search: Brave New World Evening Standard.

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Astro Bot Wins Big at Game Awards 2024

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:05:15 GMT

The Game Awards 2024 took place in Los Angeles on Thursday evening. Astro Bot came out on top for wins, and during the ceremony, the first trailer for the heavily teased new CD Projekt Red game The Witcher 4 was released. For everything you need to know, we’re joined by The London Standard’s Culture and Gaming Writer, Vicky Jessop.

Patients with sleep apnoea have received a choice of two nerve stimulators from UCLH hospitals. They are the first hospital in the UK to be offering both of these treatments.

Tech & Science Daily spoke to Mr. Ryan Chin Taw Cheong, Consultant ENT and Sleep Surgeon at the Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

It’s said sleep apnoea could lead to hypertension, strokes, heart attacks, diabetes, and even death.

Plus, a group of international scientists claim there’s a ‘risk to human life on earth’ from synthetic manufactured bacteria, called ‘mirror’ microbes.

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Apple CEO Tim Cook on AI and London's tech talent

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Apple boss Tim Cook met King Charles on Thursday at Apple’s HQ in London - it came after Cook told The London Standard that the wealth of the capital’s tech and creative talent makes it a “great hub” for the artificial intelligence revolution.

Puberty blocker ban for children with gender dysphoria made indefinite.

The world’s most famous watch, made for Marie Antoinette, now on display in London as part of the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibition - Tech & Science Daily speaks with Dr Glyn Morgan, curatorial lead at the Science Museum.

Also in this episode:

US scientists investigate the Firefly Sparkle galaxy - could it shine a light on how early galaxies formed?
Jerry! Netflix documentary looks behind the scenes at The Jerry Springer Show

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‘Medical misogyny’ means women endure years of pain

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:56:05 GMT

The Women and Equalities Committee of MPs says “medical misogyny” is leaving women and girls in unnecessary pain for years due to a lack of awareness surrounding painful reproductive conditions. We spoke with The London Standard’s Emma Loffhagen, who recently wrote about the rise in period tracking.

The British Army has fired a laser weapon from an armoured vehicle for the first time in a successful test to destroy drones in mid-air.

Plus, Google unveils Willow quantum computing chip.

Also in this episode:

Eagle has landed...can you detect clues to complete this year’s GCHQ festive puzzle?
Does the Met Office predict a white Christmas?
£500,000 raised for five Ukraine rescue lions

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Luigi Mangione: Ivy League graduate charged with murder

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Luigi Mangione, 26, has been charged with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. At a press conference NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch revealed details of the investigation, alongside New York mayor Eric Adams, who also highlighted the risk of 3D-printed ‘ghost guns’.

A new way of mapping activity and connections between different regions of the brain has revealed fresh insights into how functions such as language, thought and attention are organised.

Plus, Nasa’s James Webb Space Telescope confirms the universe is expanding faster - but it’s a mystery for scientists

Also in this episode:

Future cost of driving in UK capital as new tunnel charges revealed
Dementia was leading cause of UK deaths in 2023, analysis shows
ChatGPT owner OpenAI launches artificial intelligence video generator, Sora

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Apple Intelligence iOS 18.2 update: What We Know

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Get ready for a second release of Apple Intelligence AI features with the iOS 18.2 software update.

The London Standard’s tech reporter Saqib Shar joins us to discuss what we know so far. Plus, is Apple going to work with Sony on PlayStation VR controllers?

Elon Musk joins Donald Trump and Prince William at the Notre Dame reopening ceremony after a blaze nearly destroyed the 860-year-old Paris cathedral.

NYPD scuba divers scour Central Park pond for evidence in the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Also in this episode:

Giant hailstones CT scanned to see how they grow.
Scientists call for an update to chemistry textbooks over dated theory - we speak to Dr Mark Elliott from Cardiff University’s School of Chemistry.
Saving the UK’s rarest rainforests and their unusual wildlife.

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Storm Darragh: rare red ‘danger to life’ warning

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The forth powerful storm in less than two months, Storm Darragh will bring winds of up to 90mph to Wales and parts of South West England. A newly described reptile species… with an interesting set of teeth, Tech & Science Daily is joined by the Natural History Museum’s Dr Marc Jones. Astronomers say galaxies crashing together 12 billion years ago could have caused the universe’s biggest star systems to form.

Also in this episode:

The London Standard’s health reporter, Daniel Keane, on a ‘pioneering’ drug for a rare eye cancer and a University College London study on risks of posting frequently on social media.
Could the Oura smart ring spot your next bout of cold or flu?

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Online stalking victims to get better protection | special

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Victims of the crime of stalking are to be given better protection, including the right to know the identity of their online harasser.

In this special episode, taken from our sister podcast, The Standard, host Mark Blunden speaks with activist Nicola Thorp, to discuss her experiences of being stalked online, and also Catherine McLaughlin, director of services and development at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, about the personal safety charity's campaigning.

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‘Brain Rot’ is Oxford word of the year 2024

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:59:11 GMT

‘Brain Rot’ has been announced by Oxford University Press as their Word of the Year for 2024. But what does it mean? The impact of EV road tax changes & future of motoring with two experts. Plus, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew lands in the UK.

Also in this episode:

Scientists discover a planet that completes a year in just 21 hours
Fancy visiting a tower fit for King Henry I?
Japanese artist soothes his ADHD with intricate leaf art

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Peter Attia: Medicine 3.0 (Brave New World preview)

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:00:57 GMT

We're previewing another episode from season three of Brave New World. Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Peter Attia: a longevity expert, physician, and bestselling author.

They discuss “Medicine 3.0” — Peter's blueprint for good health — and how happiness is essential to longevity, not just a bonus. “It doesn’t matter how healthy you are,” Peter says, “if the most important relationships in your life are not happy.”

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What is AI cyber warfare?

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:45:00 GMT

Dr Ben Goertzel, CEO of the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance and founder of SingularityNet discusses AI cyberattacks in war and a new grants scheme to accelerate the emergence of human-level artificial general intelligence and ‘superintelligence’.

Plus, Happy birthday ChatGPT, National Trust picks 49 good causes to receive Sycamore Gap saplings, Australia passes world-first law banning under-16s from social media accounts.

Also in this episode:

Rise of the dinosaurs from herbivores to carnivores
Why has the University of Bath studied the sale of lone bananas as “sad singles”?
Three-year-old ‘chef’ becomes viral TikTok sensation
Judy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers go on display in London

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Russia's ‘massive strike’ on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:00:37 GMT

The Russian missile attack that left more than a million Ukrainians without power. We spoke to defence editor, Robert Fox.

Benralizumab: First new asthma attack treatment in 50 years… with health reporter, Dan Keane.

Why kidney cells ‘can make memories too’ - with neuroscientist and study lead author, Dr Nikolay Kukushkin, from NYU.

Also in this episode:

Are Brits all out of love with dating apps? Ofcom data
Tame Impala frontman launches a very synthy new instrument

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OpenAI’s Sora video generator had early access leaked

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

OpenAI’s video generator, Sora, had its access leaked by early testers. Why?

One in seven concerned about someone they know driving with below legal vision, new figures reveal. Tech & Science Daily spoke to Adam Sampson, chief executive of the Association of Optometrists.

Storm Conall: flooding causes road and rail chaos.

Former GB para-athlete, Jonny Huntington, told us about his world-first trek to the South Pole.

Also in this episode:

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Many Black Friday deals cheaper at other times, claims Which?

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Nine out of 10 Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other times of the year, according to research by Which?. Rob lilley-Jones, consumer expert at Which? discusses its research. One-in-20 single women are choosing IVF treatment, according to a new study. Earth’s ‘mini moon’ slips away for 30 years. New ultrasound technique lets experts peer inside live cells - but without causing damage. We spoke with lead author, Dr Mengting Yao, from the University of Nottingham.

Also in this episode:

New Play(Station)...seats on London’s Victoria line
Bah, Humbug! Shrewsbury’s famous tombstone from A Christmas Carol destroyed by vandals

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Storm Bert: major disruption & flood warnings continue

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The storm brought winds over 80mph and “devastating” flooding to the UK as warnings continue. We speak with independent flood consultant Heather Shepherd. Microsoft 365 down, many users left unable to access emails on Outlook. UK PM Starmer confirms plans for drink spiking to become a specific offence.

Also in this episode:

Does rainfall lead to ‘divorce rates’ in birds?
Is Sony about to launch its Nintendo Switch-killer portable console - that needs no wifi?
Parents of a four-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis raise more than £30,000.

Footage River Taff flooding in Pontypridd, Wales: Credit: Neil Harries

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Two million mph violent galaxy collision in space

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

…We spoke to the team who captured the event, Dr Marina Arnaudova and Professor Dan Smith from the University of Hertfordshire.

Methanol poisoning: Andrea Sella, professor of chemistry at University College London on its impact on the human body.

Google UK boss: ‘firms can use AI to help offset Budget tax hike’

Also in this episode:

Chemists design world’s thinnest spaghetti, why? We ask co-author, UCL chemistry department’s Dr Adam Clancy to find out...

Storm Bert to hit the UK with 70 mph winds, snow and heavy rain.

Why Kiwi, a baby orangutan, has travelled first-class to England on a P&O ferry…

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Did Russia fire powerful ICBM weapon into Ukraine?

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The London Standard’s defence editor Robert Fox on ICBMs, Moscow’s military strategy and future risk. Will Google be forced to sell Chrome? What is ‘sound symbolism’ and why is it important, with Marcus Perlman, associate professor in linguistics and communication at the University of Birmingham

Also in this episode:

Microsoft has begun opening up Xbox Cloud Gaming
Inspector Gadget voice actor dies at 82 following Parkinson’s battle
Instagram users can test recommendations “reset”
Mysterious space-like creature wriggling on south coast beach identified

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SpaceX rocket launch: Trump joins Musk at Starbase

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Hear SpaceX successfully launch its sixth Starship flight test. Russia’s mobile nuclear bomb shelters. UK technology secretary on potential social media ban for under 16’s. Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 2024 hasn’t taken off so smoothly…

Also in this episode:

The RSPCA’s chief vet on protecting pets from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Why salmonella may actually help fight against bowel cancer.
Boki the brown bear recovering well after pioneering brain surgery.

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Has Putin raised nuclear attack threat?

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Putin has approved changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine. We speak to political editor, Nicholas Cecil. Patient blood could repair bones, Professor Alvaro Mata of pharmacy and chemical engineering, at the University of Nottingham, explains the study. Plus, The Game Awards 2024 with culture writer, and tv and games editor, Vicky Jessop.

Also in this show:

UK snow latest: the “first taste of winter” – Met Office
Move over Gladiator 2, London’s Hidden Gems: Roman Amphitheatre.

Read the article here or watch the video here.

Police warn 4x4 drivers to stop chasing escaped emu

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Biden authorises Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Joe Biden has given Ukraine the green light to use long-range weapons against Russia for the first time. Could pond-life power future space missions to Mars? We speak to Erik Gauger, professor in quantum theory at Heriot-Watt university’s Institute of Photonics and quantum sciences.

Plus, hear the voice of King Richard III, created using state-of-the-art technology.

Also in this episode:

Dark side of the moon: volcanoes erupted on far side for over a billion years

Cocoa may protect against negative effects of fatty foods when stressed

Now That’s What I Call: A very small Casio smart ring

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Dr Aubrey de Grey (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 13:00:08 GMT

Evgeny Lebedev joins Dr Aubrey de Grey, a pioneer in biomedical gerontology - the study of life extension and rejuvenation - and co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation.

Known for his radical approach to ageing, Dr de Grey discusses his latest research, society’s attitude to the human lifespan and his hopes for future anti-ageing treatments.

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Zombie fungus from The Last of Us could actually 'save lives’

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Well… University of Nottingham scientists say that a compound, Cordyceps militaris, also known as caterpillar fungus, could help towards a 'game-changing' cancer drug. We speak to the lead author, Dr. Cornelia De Moor.

The UK pledges £79 million to accelerate the energy transition in developing countries.

The Royal Observatory tells us how to spot the final supermoon of 2024.

Satirical website The Onion has bought the highly controversial ‘conspiracy site’ Infowars.

And, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland has called for tighter restrictions on fireworks following the death of Roxie, a baby red panda.

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Which? launches £3bn legal claim against Apple over iCloud

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Consumer group Which? has launched a £3 billion claim against Apple, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law by “forcing its iCloud services on customers” - an allegation Apple rejects and say will defend “vigorously”. The London Standard’s health reporter Daniel Keane discusses a vote by pharmacy owners to reduce hours in row over funding.

Also in this episode:

How laser tech is powering America’s Cup yacht race - with Keith Williams, chief technology officer at Capgemini Engineering
Flour to be fortified with folic acid tackle birth defects
Researchers discover world’s largest coral in Pacific Ocean

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Trump hands Elon Musk efficiency role in new administration

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

President-elect Donald Trump has handed Elon Musk the job of running a new 'Department of Government Efficiency' as part of his new cabinet. The London Standard’s deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi joins us for the latest.

Plus, we head to Lisbon to speak to Web Summit co-founder, Paddy Cosgrave.

Also in this episode:

Amazon pulls the plug on Freevee
Could LED lights reduce chances of a great white shark attack?
Australian scientists find cannabis might actually improve sleep
£500m skills drive for new generation of engineers and scientists
Oysters make a triumphant return after 100 years of local extinction

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Assisted Dying Bill: What it means for terminally ill patients

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

A new law has been proposed to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill is calling for terminally ill people, who are expected to die within six months, to be given the right to choose to end their life.

Cop29: Starmer not ‘telling people how to live’ to reach new emissions goal.

NHS pill to help people stop smoking with The London Standard’s health reporter, Dan Keane.

Also in this episode:

Web Summit ’24 is here: we speak to Claire Darley, senior vice president of strategic initiatives, at software giant Adobe, about AI and making their technology accessible for all.

Stephen Fry signs letter protesting against a 5G advert on the London Underground.

Birdwatchers assemble: rare scarlet tanager spotted on UK washing line.

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Cop29 begins in Baku, Azerbaijan

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

World leaders are heading to Baku, where they face pressure over delivering finance for poor countries to cope with climate change and increasing their ambitions on emissions cuts. We’re joined by Dr Simon Lewis, professor of climate change science at UCL.

NHS doctors could ‘spend more time with patients’ thanks to AI helper.

Could red wine prevent bowel cancer?

Also in this episode:

As the UK's 'anticyclonic gloom' finally lifts, we speak to Met Office meteorologist and presenter Alex Deakin.
Welcome Strawberry Claws… a newly discovered crimson hermit crab

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How DNA analysis has rewritten history of Pompeii victims

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

New DNA analysis of the moulded remains of victims in the 79 AD Pompeii disaster after Mount Vesuvius erupted - undertaken by Germany’s Max Planck Institute and Italy’s Universita di Firenze - has revealed new details about their sex, age and ancestry. Online harm: could Australia-style social media ban to protect under-16s ban work here? Tech & Science Daily speaks with Clare Fernyhough, co-founder of Smartphone Free Childhood.

Also in this episode:

Revving up to 200mph for first women’s Formula E test season - with Beth Paretta, Formula E’s VP of Sporting
Plans for sewers to heat London buildings
UK could issue NHS-branded baby formula to stop people paying ‘over the odds’
Humanoid robot Ai-Da makes history as art sells for over $1 million

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‘World’s first’ social media ban for under-16s

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:01:35 GMT

Australia is set to introduce what’s described as the world’s first laws banning under-16s from social media, citing risks to child physical and mental health. Mpox: fourth UK case found in London. Cuba total blackout as Hurricane Rafael downs power grid.

Also in this episode:

Steve O’Hear: a tribute to ‘remarkably talented’ London tech journalist & founder
Why 2024 is set to be record hottest year
Metal detectorist strikes gold with UK-shaped nugget

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How Musk & Rogan helped power Trump’s win

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science daily looks at Donald Trump’s presidential election digital communications strategy in comparison to the media gameplan deployed by his rival Kamala Harris. Communications expert Mark Borkowski, founder of Borkowski PR, examines the campaigns, Elon Musk’s backing and Trump’s all important decision to bet big on podcasts, notably Joe Rogan. Plus, snow finally falls on Japan’s Mount Fuji after record warm spell - insight with University of Glasgow earth sciences expert Adam Smith.

Also in this episode:

Morning & evening exercise ‘could cut bowel cancer risk’
World’s first wooden satellite launched
Emperor penguin pops up in Australia...over 2,000 miles from home

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Fears of ‘Russia jet parcel bomb test run’ after depot fires

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Authorities in Poland claim four people arrested over incendiary devices that started fires in Birmingham and Leipzig were staging dress rehearsals for a Russian plot to attack a transatlantic flight. Get checked for prostate cancer, urges GB Olympic hero Sir Chris Hoy. First ferret birth for cloned animal.

Also in this episode:

Smoking: it takes longer than you think for body to recover
Tobacco and Vapes Bill being introduced to Parliament
Windows Server 2025 bug link to Microsoft ‘blue screen of death’
‘Hungriest’ black hole found in deep space
Angry crows...why scavenger birds hold long grudge

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Ten dead as volcano erupts on Indonesian island of Flores

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

At least 10 people died after a volcano on the island of Flores in eastern Indonesia erupted spewing explosive plumes of lava and forcing authorities to evacuate nearby villages. Royal Navy missile shoots drone in first-of-kind operation. NHS test iPhone adapter to check patients for throat cancer.

Also in this episode:

Supermarket staff banned from wearing headphones
Polestar boss requests more government support for electric vehicles
NHS call to speed up 999 stroke call time
Nasa scientists await rebirth of ‘zombie’ star

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Dame Helen Mirren: 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to see GPS' (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 13:00:50 GMT

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren.

“It’s so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS”

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Crackdown on Snapchat predators urged by NSPCC

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Child protection charity the NSPCC is urging Snapchat to get tougher on predators targeting children amid an increase in police reports about grooming on social media messaging platforms. Tech & Science Daily speaks with Rani Govender, NSPCC policy manager specialising in online child safety. More than 200 people are confirmed dead in Valencia floods, as Spanish authorities fear further rainfall could hamper rescue efforts.

Also in this episode:

AI lorry tech hope to save lives of cyclists & pedestrians, The London Standard’s transport editor Ross Lydall reports
Childhood sugar rationing ‘could cut adult disease’
Robots ‘with insect brains’ could have Mars mission
Rare glimpse inside China’s Tiangong space station

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Spanish floods ‘could be worst in country’s modern history’

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT

At least 95 people have died in Europe’s deadliest floods since 2021 - and possibly the worst to hit Spain in modern history.

Michael Marks, professor of medicine at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and consultant in infectious diseases at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases in London, talks to Tech & Science Daily about the first case of ‘a more spreadable strain of mpox’ which has been detected in London.

Also in this episode:

Have dating apps killed love at first sight? The London Standard investigates
US election: Elon Musk summoned to court over $1m giveaways to registered voters
Russia fines Google more than world's entire GDP for blocking YouTube accounts

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Spain hit by deadliest flash floods in decades

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT

At least 51 people have been killed after torrential rain caused flash floods in southern and eastern Spain, although the exact number remains unclear.

London Korean Film Festival: Director of cult classic Save The Green Planet on AI of the future.

Plus, China's youngest astronauts reach space...

Also in this episode:

Halloween: UK’s leading dentists urge parents to swap treats for stickers

Woody the puffin saving dog on Rathlin Island

TikTok founder becomes China’s richest man

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Apple Intelligence and iOS 18.1 finally arrives

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT

In a post on X Apple CEO Tim Cook announced “powerful new features” across iPhone, iPad and Mac. Could AI smile-changing features influence romantic attraction? We speak to the lead author of the report. The fertility rate in England and Wales has fallen to its lowest level since records began. The London Standard’s health reporter, Dan Keane, explains why.

Also in this episode:

Have scientists located ‘Noah’s Ark’?
Scientists discover why we kiss - and it’s not as romantic as you might think

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Apple’s $1 million ‘bug bounty’ to hack Intelligence AI

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Apple is offering a ‘bug bounty’ of $1 million for anyone able to hack into the tech giant’s AI intelligence network. Over 120 dead in Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines as Vietnam braces. Nasa astronaut released from hospital after eight months in space.

Also in this episode:

New chronic pain treatments for childhood cancer patients investigated

Greenhouse gas levels surge to new record - UN

‘Major success’ as endangered bongo calf born at UK safari park

London Zoo’s escaped parrots recaptured 60 miles away

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is finally here

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Game reviewer and culture journalist, Ali Shutler, joins us to discuss whether the latest offering from the Call of Duty franchise lives up to all the hype.

Ali says Black Ops 6 seems to mark a return to form with more intensity and urgency that fans expect from the game.

Tech entrepreneur Dean Forbes named the most influential black person in Britain.

Also in this episode:

We speak to National Robotarium Project Manager, David Morrison, about the autonomous underwater robots they’re developing to perform offshore wind farm repairs
Surgeon removes large brain tumours through patients' eyebrows in 'world first'
The woman who was left red faced when she thought she captured the Northern Lights…

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Disposable vapes to be banned from June

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Government has confirmed that the sale of disposable vapes will be banned in England from June next year.

They say the move, which was first announced back in January by the previous government but not enacted, is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children's health.

Researchers have unveiled new music resources to help those with dementia awaken old memories - and they’re also able to help them learn new songs, skills and even communicate.

Adam Ockelford, professor of music from the University of Roehampton and Director of the Take Note project, tells Tech & Science Daily how the tools work.

Also in this episode:

‘Superhuman’ AI that predicts disease and early death risk to be trialled in NHS
RSPCA’s interactive map highlights true impact fireworks have on pets
Scientists say poor sleep may age the brain by nearly three years
Mysterious creature spotted at zoo and keepers have no idea what it is

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Experts call to abolish twice-yearly clock change in UK

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Sleep experts are urging the Government to stop the UK’s biannual clock changes because they say it’s damaging the nation’s sleep.

Malcolm von Schantz, Professor of Chronobiology at Northumbria University and part of the British Sleep Society, says that sticking with BST would be best for our well being - especially school children and teenagers.

We hear from the astrophysicist whose 20-year-old ‘controversial’ galaxy model has finally been proven right - with thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope.

Findings from Professor Claudia Maraston from the University of Portsmouth, resolve a long-standing debate about the contribution of specific types of stars to distant galaxies' emissions, providing insight into galaxy formation and evolution.

Also in this episode:

World-first vaccine for vomiting bug norovirus trialled in the UK
Boeing-made satellite breaks up in space
Star Citizen game release date delayed again — this time until 2026

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Why a ‘solar membrane’ will cover London Stadium

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Standard’s Noah Vickers reveals all the details behind the ‘solar membrane’ that will cover West Ham’s London Stadium.

London’s former Olympic stadium is now home to West Ham United, and this new £4.3 million project aims to transform the arena into one of the world's greenest sports and concerts venues.

The maker of Blade Runner 2049 is suing Tesla, Elon Musk and Warner Bros Discovery, alleging they used imagery from the movie without permission.

Production firm, Alcon Entertainment, claims it had specifically denied a request from Warner Bros to use material from the film at the launch event for Tesla's long-awaited robotaxi.

Also in this episode:

Archaeologists discover ‘significant’ permanent side-effect of smoking
Scientific study finds that cats ‘are basically liquid’
AI to help doctors spot broken bones on X-rays
Deaf dog with cropped ears learning sign language to help her find new home

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Mutant 'bullycats' warning as pet trend heads to UK

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Grace Carroll, lecturer in the school of psychology at Queen’s University Belfast, whose area of research is animal behaviour and welfare, discusses the new trend of ‘bullycats’.

Breeders in the US have created the experimental breed by mixing the hairless gene from Sphynx cats with the short-legged gene from Munchkin cats.

There are already reports that UK breeders have started offering them for sale, despite concerns over serious health defects.

Also in this episode:

Has the ultimate hangover finally been found? Our Health Reporter Dan Keane explains
Storm Ashley latest: 100 flood alerts remain in place in UK - after thousands were left without power on Sunday
Meet the gaming granny who says playing Fortnite was ‘love at first sight’

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NuCalm’s Jim Poole: Anxiety & why the brain ‘knows how to heal’ (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 12:00:14 GMT

On this preview of Brave New World, host Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Jim Poole, chairman, president and chief executive of Solace Life Sciences.

The neuroscience company owns NuCalm, a technology designed to reduce stress and improve sleep without recourse to drugs. You may have even spotted the Duchess of Sussex wearing one of their stress relief patches.

In this episode, Evgeny and Jim explore the evolution of the human brain, anxiety and how to deregulate the amygdala, a small, almond-shaped part of the brain that plays a central role, which Jim says ‘feeds on fear’.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Could ‘electric wallpaper’ cut your energy bill?

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Could ceiling-mounted ‘electric wallpaper’ smart technology help keep homes warmer for longer while cutting energy bills? Tech & Science Daily podcast speaks with Dr Ahmad Taha, a specialist in autonomous systems and connectivity at the University of Glasgow about assessing the invention’s effectiveness. In collaboration with the University of Strathclyde, the team's evaluating the invention by NextGen Heating as it's tested in a dozen tenement flats run by West of Scotland Housing Association.

Also in this episode:

Sir Richard Branson unveils plans co-pilot Space Perspective hot air balloon tea into stratosphere

Nasa pauses Boeing space missions over stranded ISS astronauts saga

How the biggest supermoon of 2024 illuminated London

Tube noise: drivers protest over Underground din

‘Repurposing’ drugs hope to treat dementia

Ancient DNA ‘link to love of carbs’

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AI assistant for Alzheimer’s patients

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:32:27 GMT

An artificial intelligence virtual companion and advisor for people living with dementia has been developed as part of a project by Innovations in Dementia, Lenovo and Exeter University digital health experts. EV charging: government urged to supercharge roll-out. World Menopause Day: menopause impact on women’s working lives ‘a critical issue’.

Also in this episode:

‘Air pollution link’ to cat & dog vet visits
Microplastics ‘found in dolphin breath’
Call of Duty Black Ops 6: every multiplayer mode & map revealed

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Esa’s Euclid space telescope maps 14 million galaxies

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

An awe-inspiring image map of the universe has been snapped by Esa's Euclid space telescope as part of its mission to peer back to the dawn of time - interview with the Open University’s Dr Ben Dryer. British social media influencer dead in bridge climb named. For sale: Alan Turing portrait by ‘robot artist’ Ai-Da

Also in this episode:

Cambridge University Museum of Zoology lets visitors ‘chat’ with extinct exhibits through AI
High-tech new Piccadilly line train arrive in London...covered in graffiti
Dog-vision...army hounds fitted with CCTV, boots & combat vests

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Life on Jupiter moon? Nasa’s Europa Clipper mission to find out

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa’s Europa Clipper blasts off on a nearly five-year flight bound for Jupiter to investigate whether the gas giant’s moon Europa could support life. Campaign group Smartphone Free Childhood’s Clare Fernyhough on MP’s bill aimed at protecting children from harm of doom-scrolling, phone addiction, dangerous content and Big Tech data harvesting.

Also in this episode:

TfL cyber attack: why are services still down?
Briton dies falling off bridge ‘creating social media content’
Private space station with big beds and luxury fittings

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SpaceX Starship rocket booster lands in ‘mid-air’

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

SpaceX mega-rocket booster lands ‘mid-air’ in test launch

Plus! London’s £4.5 billion Thames super sewer opens

A giant pair of robotic arms have been deployed to catch a SpaceX mega-rocket almost in mid-air - to rapturous scenes at the company’s HQ in Texas. The London Standard’s City Hall editor Ross Lydall on London’s £4.5 billion ‘super sewer’ opening to stop waste outflows into Thames.

Also in this episode:

Treatment hope for children’s aggressive blood cancer
Charity urges change to prostate cancer testing guidelines
Comet ‘last seen by Neanderthals 80,000 years ago’ spotted over London
Interactive map to stop pets being scared by fireworks.

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will.i.am on the AI revolution, inclusivity and US Election | Special

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 11:59:00 GMT

On this very special episode we’re in conversation with the producer, rapper, singer/songwriter and entrepreneur, will.i.am.

We’re also joined by FYI.AI’s Fyilicia, an artificial intelligence voice assistant who has joined will.i.am on this year’s series of The Voice UK as a guest mentor.

FYI.AI - which stands for ‘Focus Your Ideas'- is a messaging and productivity tool for creatives, founded by will.i.am and software developer, Sunil Reddy.

In this episode:

will.i.am’s relationship with AI
The story behind Fyilicia
The AI revolution, diversity, inclusivity and what he would say to the next US President
The Voice UK
Fyi.RAIdio
And, what does will.i.am love about our capital?

Clips showcased in this podcast are courtesy of The Voice. The show airs every Saturday at 8:20pm on ITV1 and ITVX.

FYI is available to download for iOS from the App store and on Android from Google Play Store.

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Is your mobile number putting you at risk?

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

New research suggests millions of us could be in danger of hacking, nuisance calls, or even being cut off, due to little-known rules around recycling phone numbers.

Harry Kind from Which?, who carried out the survey, explains why this is happening and what you can do to protect yourself.

Florida is continuing to assess the damage following Hurricane Milton, as the death toll climbs to at least 14.

The CEO behind a famous ‘anti-stress patch’ has been explaining why the brain knows how to heal.

Jim Poole is from the sleep & stress tech firm, NuCalm, who created the ‘Biosignal Processing Disc’, which is a small circular sticker that promises to transmit signals to the brain that make users feel peaceful and relaxed.

Also in this episode:

Boki the brown bear health update: ‘Not out of the woods’ after pioneering brain surgery
Popular video game Football Manager delayed until next year
Hertfordshire Zoo names new African penguin chicks after some very famous siblings…

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Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida leaving trail of destruction

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Met Office Tropical Prediction Scientist, and friend of the show, Julian Hemming, reveals the latest updates on Hurricane Milton. It's after more than two million homes and businesses have been left without power and strong winds have ripped off the roof of a Major League Baseball stadium in the west coast of Florida.

The WWF says that according to its latest global stocktake, wildlife numbers have fallen by 73% in 50 years. Dr Mike Barrett, WWF’s chief scientific adviser and one of the lead author’s of the report, discusses the findings.

Also in this episode:

Has the real identity of the inventor of Bitcoin finally been revealed?
Elon Musk’s Tesla set to unveil Cybercab later
Wimbledon to replace all of its line judges with Live Electronic Line Calling from 2025

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Biden: ‘Hurricane Milton could be Florida’s worst storm in over a century’

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

US President Joe Biden has been urging Floridians to evacuate now as the state prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Milton.

Professor Ralf Toumi, Director of the Grantham Institute at Imperial College London, shares the latest updates on the hurricane, and reveals how climate change may have played a role in its intensity.

Camilla Nichol, Chief Executive of The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, tells Tech & Science Daily why they’re sending a British team to Antarctica for five months to count penguins and perform conservation work.

Also in this episode:

US says it may break up Google after landmark case
Geoffrey Hinton warns of AI’s growing danger after Nobel Prize win
Research shows stressed bees make pessimistic choices - and it may resemble human emotions

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Could Hurricane Milton become a Category 6?

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Florida is preparing for potentially ‘life-threatening’ winds and storm surges from Hurricane Milton - as concerns remain over what hurricane category it will be when it makes landfall.

Tropical Prediction Scientist at the Met Office and friend of the show, Julian Heming, explains how Milton has been strengthening and weakening over the past 24 to 48 hours, and at one point there were concerns it could even reach Category 6 .

Julian also discusses the latest on Hurricane Kirk which is due to impact parts of Europe and what it all means for the UK.

Tech & Science Daily speak to the Woodland Trust about Boki the brown bear, who is set to make history by undergoing brain surgery in the first operation of its kind in the UK.

Also in this episode:

Is human life expectancy slowing down?
Good news gamers, Alien: Isolation is finally getting a sequel

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Hurricane Milton: Florida prepares for ‘biggest evacuation in seven years’

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Tropical Prediction Scientist at the Met Office, Julian Heming, discusses what we know so far about Hurricane Milton, after Floridians are warned to prepare for the ‘biggest evacuation in seven years’.

Tech & Science Daily speak to one of the lead investigators of a new clinical trial to prevent food allergies in children which has opened in the UK. Gideon Lack, professor of paediatric allergy at Evelina London Children’s Hospital and King’s College London, reveals the significance of the study and how parents can get involved.

Also in this episode:

Nobel Prize goes to microRNA researchers
New AI-powered scam detection tool launches
Blood test detecting 12 cancers at an early stage receives Government funding
Fancy following in Charles Darwin’s footsteps? Here’s your chance…

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Deepak Chopra: Why AI is the future of medicine (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 12:00:38 GMT

For this preview of Brave New World, we look at why AI is the future of medicine.

The health and wellness expert has been at the intersection of science and spirituality for nearly 50 years and recently released his 95th book, titled Digital Dharma.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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World-first ovarian cancer vaccine ‘hopes to wipe out disease’

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Professor Ahmed Ahmed, director of the ovarian cancer cell laboratory at MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine at the University of Oxford, is leading the research into the first ovarian cancer vaccine.

The hope is that the jab could one day be given to women preventatively on the NHS with the aim of eliminating the disease.

Tech & Science Daily speak to the creator of a device helping people with Parkinson's to walk.

Martijn van der Ent, Medical Director and co-founder of Cue2Walk International, explains how they created the sensor worn on the leg that detects movements and automatically triggers a rhythmic signal.

Also in this episode:

Google introduces new way to search by filming video
TikTok influencer 'Mr Prada' arrested for second degree murder
Nearly £22 billion pledged for UK carbon capture projects
Has Nessie been found? Loch Ness skipper shares pictures of monster-like shape caught on sonar

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Marburg virus: Everything you need to know

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Our Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, reveals the latest after a travel warning has been issued for Rwanda following an outbreak of the Marburg virus.

It's as a station platform was cordoned off in Germany yesterday over concerns that a train passenger may have arrived carrying the dangerous disease.

Daniel also talks to Tech & Science Daily about a new ‘world-leading’ NHS study where newborns will be screened for genetic conditions.

Also in this episode:

Protecting Earth from Asteroids: Belfast astronomer to assist ESA’s Hera’s planetary-defence mission
Calls for new inclusive emojis with black and mixed-race hairstyles for better representation
Scientists find dolphins ‘smile’ during play

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World's computer chip supply fears after Storm Helene

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

...How could this affect consumers? Tech editor Alex Pell explains what we know so far about Storm Helene stopping production at a quatz mine that extracts silicon for chips inside the world's computers, and the possible disruption.

Canary Wharf and the Eden Project’s “Eden Dock” launches in the UK’s capital, we hear from our business editor, Jonathan Prynn.

Also in this episode:

Meta partners with UK banks to combat fraud
How to help a dog understand you better, according to scientists
Moth species found in Wales ‘travelled 4,500 miles from South American jungle’

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Why Mount Everest is growing taller...

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The world’s tallest mountain is growing taller, and scientists think they know why. We speak to Adam Smith, co-author of the study from University College London. The UK’s last remaining coal-fired power station has closed, with Simon Lewis, professor of global change science at UCL.

Plus, why has musician Aurora performed a gig in the Arctic?

Also in this episode:

Storm Helene: Electric vehicle saltwater fire risk
Pine martens return to the South West of England for the first time in more than a century
Daniel Kaluuya to be recognised with statue in London's Leicester Square

Check out this week's episode of Sustainable Travel: why nature tourism can be such a life-enhancing experience.

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SpaceX reach ISS to rescue stranded astronauts

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov successfully arrive at the ISS, to bring home Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore.

Plus, scientists at the University of Southampton are testing a new propulsion system which could allow far deeper space voyages, using metals collected and harvested from planets as fuel. Tech & Science Daily speak to lead scientist Dr Minkwan Kim.

Also in this episode:

Why do lizards blow bubbles underwater? with Dr Lindsey Swierk, lead researcher on the study. Watch here.
London NFL 2024’s Digital Athlete: we speak to Julie Souza, Global Head of Sports at Amazon Web Services
'Weak' turtles washed up on UK shores released back into the sea by Royal Navy

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Deepak Chopra on his AI digital twin

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

In an interview with our sister podcast, Brave New World, one of the most famous faces of alternative medicine on the planet, Deepak Chopra, explains how any of us can receive spiritual guidance from his new digital AI twin.

We speak to the Met Office as category 4 Hurricane Helene makes landfall in north-west Florida.

And, Daniel Keane, the London Standard’s Health Reporter, joins us to explain why scientists are urging parents to get their children vaccinated amid rising cases of whooping cough and measles.

Also in this episode:

The Prime Minister’s plans for AI with our Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil
Over 3,500 seals live in Thames Estuary, showing a healthy habitat still exists

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The truth about SpaceX's Starlink

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists are sounding the alarm over the potential dark side of SpaceX’s Starlink. We hear from Dr Sam Lawler, an Associate Professor of Astronomy at Campion College at the University of Regina, who is one scientist raising the concerns.

19 train stations across the UK have had their Wi-Fi networks hacked, including 10 of London’s biggest. Tech & Science Daily speak to cyber security expert Richard Bingley, about everything we know so far and why this is the latest public service to be targeted.

Also in this episode:

Meta unveils new augmented reality glasses Orion
Why playing video games might actually be good for you
Terminator creator joins board of AI company
A zoo in Finland returns two giant pandas to China
Sorry gamers, the Assassin's Creed Shadows release date has been delayed…

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US Election: TikTok bans Russian State media accounts

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The social media giant announces move in efforts to prevent disinformation surrounding the US presidential race. When is Stardew Valley’s 1.6 update releasing on consoles and mobile? Our health reporter, Daniel Keane, discusses the findings of a new report which says more young people are being admitted to hospital as their mental health is “in crisis”.

BA’s Director of Sustainability on the airline’s $11 million deal to purchase carbon removal credits
Scientists say octopuses share leadership with fish when hunting
Ready for some nostalgia? We speak to our social media editor Sophie Butcher as Tamagotchi opens a store in London.

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UK ‘megastorm’: Severe weather, flooding fears & travel chaos

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning as millions of people across the country face experiencing more than a month’s worth of rain in just 24 hours.

Scientists discover sea birds such as penguins and albatrosses have highly touch-sensitive areas of their beaks to help them find food. Lead author Dr Carla du Toit from Cambridge’s Department of Earth Sciences tells Tech & Science Daily about their study.

Do you have a bit of morbid curiosity? The curator of a new London exhibition about serial killers tells us how visitors can delve into the minds of the likes of Ted Bundy and Jeffery Dahmer with the help of virtual reality.

Plus, how archeologists have finally solved the mystery behind an English knight's tombstone, and good news for chocoholics as a new healthy and sustainable chocolate could be on the way...

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How Britain’s seabeds are battling climate change

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Conservationists are calling for increased protection of seabeds and coastal habitats around Britain to protect underwater carbon stores in the battle against climate change - interview with Tom Brook of WWF-UK on Blue Carbon Mapping Project. Vast glacier ‘could be lost by 23rd century’. DNA laser crystal storage project ‘to reboot humanity in billions of years'

Also in this episode:

Blood test early warning for child diabetes
Antidepressant ‘unexpectedly effective’ fighting brain tumours
Why are ‘bison bridges’ being built in Kent?

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Record-breaking black hole jets found in faraway galaxy

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Astronomers at California Institute of Technology have discovered the longest pair of black hole jets ever found - in a galaxy seven-and-a-half billion light years away. Ghost arrests: how police infiltrated messaging app. Aggressive prostate cancer: new treatment techniques research.

Also in this episode:

Test flight success for $125K space balloon tour
Hidden ‘structures’ revealed beneath Mars
Quarter of young Londoners unvaccinated for measles
Zoom fatigue? Worst video-call backgrounds revealed

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Separating rare conjoined twins with help from mixed reality

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A British neurosurgeon has successfully led a 14-hour operation to separate one-year-old twin girls. Our health reporter, Daniel Keane, explains the fascinating details including how mixed reality technology played a crucial part.

An extremely rare supermoon which coincided with a partial lunar eclipse happened last night… did you see it?

Plus, why Earth is set to get a 'second moon' later this month.

Also in this episode:

Actor James Nesbitt’s reaction to AI voice cloning scam warning issued by bank
National 'butterfly emergency' is declared
Why some pigs have smaller brains than their piggy cousins
First look at Robert Pattinson’s new sci-fi film Mickey 17, where he plays a 'dead astronaut'

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iOS 18 release: what are new iPhone features?

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Apple has released its much-awaited iOS 18 update - let’s examine what software includes for owners of a second-generation iPhone SE, XR or newer. Covid variant XEC: what’s known about new variant. Titan deaths inquiry: last words from doomed submersible.

Also in this episode:

Meta will train AI on UK Facebook & Instagram posts
Turtle release in after successful UK rehab
Blood flown by drone to beat London jams
Beavers born in English country after 400 years

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Stranded Nasa astronauts: how we cope stuck on ISS

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who are stranded on the International Space Station, reflect on their mission that will see them stuck orbiting earth until at least February 2025. Titan sub disaster: hearing opens into five deaths. Swapping UPFs ‘may cut diabetes risk’.

Also in this episode:

How 6G gaming could obliterate your phone battery
Removing fat gene ‘tricks body into burning more calories’
Call for DIY cervical screening tests
Lasers reveal advanced features of Pacific’s ‘ghost city’.

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TfL cyber attack ‘much worse than previously thought’

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Transport for London cyber attack which happened last week is actually ‘much worse than previously thought’. Our City Hall Editor & Transport Editor, Ross Lydall, explains what we know so far as it’s feared that thousands of passengers may have had their bank details exposed. The announcement comes as a teenager is arrested in connection with the incident.

Scientists have revealed that a year ago a massive tsunami triggered by a landslide ’caused the Earth to vibrate for nine days’.

Dr Stephen Hicks, seismologist at University College London and a lead author of the study, tells Tech & Science Daily how they discovered the ‘unidentified seismic object’, and how significant the event was in the world of science.

Also in this episode:

Northern Lights: Stargazers share stunning images of aurora borealis from parts of the UK - and there’s another chance to catch them…
Government strengthens Online Safety Act to crack down on revenge porn
Pigeon-guided bombs, dead trout and drunk worms triumph at spoof Nobel prizes

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SpaceX: Listen to first-ever commercial spacewalk

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The first-ever commercial spacewalk has taken place.

It was broadcast live to millions around the world through cameras on the SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft, as well as ones fitted to the helmets of the actual astronauts.

Billionaire Jarred Isaacman, who funded the Polaris Dawn mission, was the first private astronaut to carry out the spacewalk, followed by crew member Sarah Gillis shortly after.

Also in this episode:

Dress to Impress: Why Roblox’s viral game is taking the world by storm with our Social Media Editor, Sophie Butcher.
We find out about London Natural History Museum's new mixed-reality exhibition which allows visitors to tour our planet 100 years from now
Data centres in the UK are to be classified as critical national infrastructure
Fancy going to Antarctica? How you can send your name on a journey to the frozen wilderness

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Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro: Is it worth the hefty price?

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Sony has revealed a much more expensive and powerful iteration of the PlayStation 5 - the PS5 Pro. Saqib Shah, tech & gaming reporter for the Evening Standard, explains what sets it apart from its predecessor and gives his verdict on whether it’s worth the hefty price tag.

A new wearable brain imaging device is helping shine a light on how babies respond in real-world situations.

Dr Liam Collins-Jones, postdoctoral researcher at the University of Cambridge and first author of the study reveals the significance of the technology, and what it can tell us about babies’ development.

Also in this episode:

We speak to Which? about their study which has found most people have no plan for their ‘digital death’... do you?
Tiny fish found to ‘check its body size in the mirror before getting into fights’

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From Apple HQ, the iPhone 16 & other products revealed

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Our tech reporter David Phelan reports from Apple HQ in California at the iPhone 16 launch event.

David runs through all the key features as well as the other products announced, including the new Airpod headphones and the Apple Watch Series 10.

The legendary actor and voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars, James Earl Jones, has died at the age of 93, we reveal how through the power of AI his voice can live on.

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has successfully launched - carrying four private astronauts into space with the hopes of completing the first commercial spacewalk.

Also in this episode:

Elon Musk reveals first Mars mission date as China brings forward its launch by two years
Doctors ‘truly amazed’ by man’s recovery after world-first whole-eye transplant
Scientists find ‘granny’s gargle’ does help children get over a cold faster

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European satellite completes first-ever ‘targeted’ re-entry

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A pioneering European Space Agency satellite called Salsa, has made a fiery descent into the Earth’s atmosphere in the first-ever successful ‘targeted’ re-entry’.

Dr Oleg Ishkov, Director at Rockit Technology at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, reveals their plans to help seal 100,000 methane-leaking wells in the next decade, with the hope that it could prevent millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.

A new report suggests that Elon Musk is on track to be the first trillionaire by 2027.

Also in this episode:

Apple to unveil new iPhone 16 with AI tools including picture generation, but will all of its features be available in Europe?
Google's lucrative ad tech business goes on trial
Man makes surprising discovery using Google Maps to plan a camping trip

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Tiny robots ‘to treat brain bleeds’

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists are developing magnetised nanorobots that can be injected into the human body and perform complex tasks such as treating brain bleeds - Tech & Science Daily podcast hears about the pioneering study from Dr Qi Zhou, of the University of Edinburgh’s School of Engineering, who co-led the study. Lab-grown cocoa & future of chocolate. Doctor will scan you now...clinic’s high-tech check-ups.

Also in this episode:

Earth’s yearly 220 million tons of dumped plastic
Rare tree bugs that can ‘bite’ humans found in London
Prison spends £22m to fight drone drug deliveries
Digital fingerprints for France-bound Brits

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Space not actually as dark as we think, scientists say

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Using NASA's New Horizons spacecraft, scientists reveal that space may not be as dark as we think. We speak to Jake Foster, astronomer from Royal Observatory Greenwich.

British scientists who developed a skin cancer-treating drug to receive £30 million in funding to continue their research.

Calling all Emos: a museum in London needs your help... We speak to culture journalist Elizabeth Gregory.

Also in this episode:

Four in ten cats choose to play fetch with their owners
Australian scientists are using sound technology to test soil biodiversity health
The A Minecraft Movie trailer is here… but it's left critics scratching their heads

For more news head to standard.co.uk

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'No link' between mobile phone use and brain cancer

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 12:08:15 GMT

The World Health Organisation has revealed there is no link between mobile phone use and an increased risk of brain cancer. The Standard's health reporter Dan Keane joins us.

70,000 women analysed for menopausal symptoms in largest study of its kind. ZOE nutritionist Dr Federica Amati explains the research that was in collaboration with King's College London.

Plus, ‘Gifted’ dogs can remember names of toys for at least two years, study shows.

Also in this episode:

Amazon launches AI-powered shopping assistant in the UK

Village for sale in Cornwall, England - but it’s smaller than you think

Critics blindsided after realising CGI monkey plays Robbie Williams in new biopic

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Stranded ISS astronauts & strange Starliner noises

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa is investigating a strange sonar-like pulsing noise reported coming from the hobbled Boeing Starliner spacecraft that’s left two Nasa astronauts marooned on the International Space Station. Blood stem cell lab breakthrough hope for leukaemia treatment.

Also in this episode:

Helping grieving elephant pack his trunk to make new friends
$50 million funding for AI startups
How large sharks hunt & eat each other
What is ‘donut’ shape hidden in Earth’s core?

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Prostate cancer detection in 15 mins with dried blood test

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A “breakthrough” non-invasive dried blood sample test has been developed at Aston University to detect prostate cancer in 15 minutes. Nasa discovers new Earth electric field ‘countering gravity’. Secret of strongman Eddie Hall’s power revealed in Loughborough University tests.

Also in this episode:

Junk food risk to body ‘in just 3 weeks’
Free blood pressure checks at dentists and opticians
Did online bot army snap up Oasis gig tickets?
Titanic wreck: bronze statue discovered by robo-sub

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Professor Russell Foster (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 12:00:43 GMT

On this preview of Brave New World….Is there such a thing as perfect sleep? Leading expert in circadian neuroscience from Oxford University, Professor Russell Foster, joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to explain the science behind nighttime slumber and why it's crucial to living our best lives awake.

The pair discuss everything from sleep hygiene, our circadian rhythm and body clocks, the impact of technology before bed and whether it actually affects us.

Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here.

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Shoebox-sized Moon lab hunts for water

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A tiny laboratory built in the UK is headed to the moon on a Nasa/Esa mission to hunt for frozen water - Dr Simeon Barber, a lunar research scientist at the Open University, explains how the device, called ProSPA, works. NatWest apologises after banking app goes down. Breast cancer drug ‘may slow child brain tumour growth’

Also in this episode:

Over 1,700 mystery viruses found in melting ice
Shortfall in allergic Britons carrying adrenaline pens
Mega-diamond is world’s ‘second largest’

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Cancer vaccine hope using body’s defence cells

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists University of Southampton and Monash University in Australia are working on what’s described as a “breakthrough” cancer vaccine after discovering how the body’s immune system targets diseased cells. UN Secretary-General’s rising sea levels warning. ‘Son of Concorde’ supersonic jet’s happy landings milestone.

Also in this episode:

CoD Black Ops 6: release date and beta update
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 grounded after landing fail
Virtual research centre studies lab-grown meat
Hit weekend snooze button ‘to lower heart disease risk’

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Space junk: future risk to Earth revealed

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Ross Donaldson, from Herriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, on £2.5 million quantum telescope to seek and help destroy space junk. Klarna workforce cut as AI replaces human jobs. AI trained to help teachers mark homework.

Also in this episode:

BMA demands actions to tackle child ‘vaping epidemic’.

Retro Barbie Phone to ‘support digital detox’

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Telegram messaging app founder arrest: latest

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

French prosecutors say Telegram boss Pavel Durov will remain in police custody as part of a cyber crime investigation. Portugal coast near Lisbon hit by 5.3 magnitude earthquake. Swimmer competing at Paris Paralympics one year after losing leg in shark attack.

Also in this episode:

Apple announces iPhone 16 ‘Glowtime’ launch event
Bran scans analysis to predict dementia risk
UK rocket tests: engineers probe “very unusual” fire
Micro-monsters lurking in Loch Ness

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World-first lung cancer vaccine given to UK patient

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A new lung cancer vaccine has been tested on a UK patient for the first time.

BNT116 is designed to treat non-small cell lung cancer - also known as NSCLC - the most common form of the disease.

Professor Siow Ming Lee, consultant medical oncologist at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and chief investigator for the trial in the UK, tells Tech & Science Daily how it works, and why this could be game changing for lung cancer patients around the globe.

If you're in London docklands this weekend, we'll tell you why you may see a 2.5-ton block of ice suspended from a crane. Joshua Thomson from Australian physical theatre company Legs On The Wall, discusses their new performance THAW by and why they hope to highlight the impact of climate change.

Also in this episode:

SpaceX reveals date for first ever commercial spacewalk
Iceland volcano erupts again with huge plumes of lava visible from Reykjavik
Terrifying dinosaur discovered with 'distinctive eyebrows'

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Lecanemab: ‘Breakthrough’ Alzheimer's drug approved for UK use

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A drug considered to be a ‘huge breakthrough’ for the treatment of Alzheimer’s, Lecanemab, has been approved for use in the UK - but it’s been announced that it won’t be available on the NHS in England.

David Thomas, Head of Policy & Public Affairs at Alzheimer’s Research UK, tells Tech & Science Daily why it’s a bittersweet moment for people living with dementia.

World-leading sleep expert and neuroscientist Professor Russell Foster from Oxford University, tells our sister podcast Brave New World, why napping is seen as controversial in the sleep science community. Listen to the full episode here.

Research suggests that the Moon’s south pole was once covered in an ocean of magma.

Also in this episode:

Heartbreak as one half of world-famous gay penguin couple dies
UK heat-related deaths predicted to soar by end of century with 3C of warming
Young inventor of accessible device pitches idea to Paralympian Ellie Challis

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Mike Lynch superyacht sinking sparks 'violent' weather warning

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The sudden sinking of a superyacht - which had British tech tycoon Mike Lynch onboard - has sparked warnings from experts about ‘violent' weather and the potential of waterspouts.

Professor Liz Bentley, Chief Executive at the Royal Meteorological Society, tells Tech & Science Daily what we know so far about the conditions in the area at the time of the incident.

The Evening Standard’s gaming writer, Vicky Jessop, reveals all the big announcements from Gamescom 2024 as the world’s largest in-person gaming convention gets underway in Germany.

Also in this episode:

Drone blood deliveries could be a possibility thanks to new study
Nature and sports campaigners to take to streets over water pollution
Why humpback whales are more intelligent than previously thought

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Mike Lynch search: Did extreme weather sink superyacht?

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Search for missing Tech tycoon, Mike Lynch, continues after a luxury yacht he was staying on sank when a tornado hit the coast of Sicily.

Scientific first: Martian meteorites found on Earth are ‘from Mars’. Interview with Professor Chris Herd from the University of Alberta in Canada, who also is part of Nasa’s perseverance rover team.

Also in this episode:

Rocket engine explodes during test at Shetland spaceport
How dangerous are solar flares to Earth’s communication technology
Why personalised brain stimulation could reduce Parkinson’s symptoms
Scientific answer to the formula of scone etiquette - cream or jam first?

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Mpox: Everything to know & how to protect yourself

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:00:51 GMT

Michael Marks, professor of medicine at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and consultant in infectious diseases at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases in London, explains everything we know so far about the mpox virus outbreak and reveals how concerned we should be in the UK.

Juice spacecraft to pass over Earth in ‘world first’ fly-by. Friend of the show, Ben Dryer, Research Fellow at The Open University’s Centre for Electronic Imaging, discusses the significance and reveals where we’re up to with the mission.

Also in this episode:

Tinashe beats Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish to claim TikTok’s song of the summer
Russian volcano erupts triggering ash cloud alert for aircraft amid stronger second earthquake warning
How to see the rare blue supermoon tonight

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Mark Effinger (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 12:00:19 GMT

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev meets with Nootopia founder Mark Effinger, AKA Mr Noots. Since launching in 2004, the company says they've helped 300,000 people - including doctors, biohackers, and fitness instructors - unlock their potential. Nootropics are drugs and supplements which proponents say can boost alertness, increase focus, and improve memory. To hear the interview in full just search Brave New World.

Disclaimer: you should always seek your own medical advice.

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Mpox: Sweden reports first case of more contagious variant

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

First case in the EU amid the global public health emergency. Musk’s Grok image generation tool ‘unleashing torrent of misinformation’. Internet Watch Foundation: ‘Nothing stopping’ spread of child abuse images on WhatsApp. Also in this episode:

IWF's Emma Hardy explains need for tech to stop child abuse images spreading online
Infected blood scandal victims to receive financial support for life
Google bringing artificial intelligence-powered search results to UK
Study: Scottish and Irish rocks may be rare record of ‘snowball Earth’

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What is mpox & is the UK prepared?

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The UK Health Security Agency has issued an update on early contingency planning for mpox after the World Health Organisation discovered a surge in cases of the contagious viral disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where at least 450 people died in the initial outbreak. Evening Standard health reporter Daniel Keane has details on the UK latest. Brain-computer AI voice system helps MND patient speak again.

Also in this episode:

Stranded ISS astronauts still awaiting Nasa rescue decision
Drone deliveries: Amazon approved for UK test flights
Do Aussies live longer than Brits?
Stonehenge rock ‘is Scottish, not Welsh’

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Google’s Pixel 9 AI tricks explained

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Video boost, Studio app, a new screenshots tool and more. Scientists sound alarm over 'sloth virus' as first human cases reported in Europe. Threads and Bluesky flooded with X/Twitter defectors after Musk's Trump interview. Florida sued over its ban on lab-grown meat. Also in this episode:

University says it’s the first to open ‘Minecraft psychology lab’
One in four with lethal ovarian cancer catch disease early on fast-track pathway
Study: City birds can be carriers of antibiotic resistant bacteria
Why your microwave oven probably has its own microbiome

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Trump & Musk interview examined after ‘cyber attack’ delay

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

As X’s own AI bot Grok gives awkward summary of the conversation…Google aiming to ‘claim leadership’ of AI market with Pixel 9. Shock as ChatGPT starts speaking in a user's cloned voice. Fresh evacuations as Greek wildfires continue to spread. Also in this episode:

Ben Wood from CCS Insight describes rumoured Pixel 9 AI features
Number 10 says no ‘back-and-forth’ with Elon Musk on X
Pregnant women urged to get vaccine that could prevent thousands of baby hospitalisations
Scientists find evidence for large underground reservoir of water on Mars
Is AI branding driving customers away?

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The ‘secret’ AI chatbot that lets you haggle for discounts

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Where to find the chatbot online. Tributes pour in for former Youtube CEO Susan Wojcicki. Explained: Why horses are a lot smarter than previously thought. Perseid meteor shower: How you can see the shooting stars. Also in this episode:

Folding implants that expand in the brain ‘could make epilepsy surgeries safer’
Eco Wave Power officially kicks off the first MW Scale Wave Energy Project in Portugal
Blasting 'glitter' into Mars' atmosphere could make it more habitable, say US scientists

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AI creativity and accessibility with GadgetsBoy & Samsung (Sponsored)

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 12:00:42 GMT

This episode is sponsored by Samsung. What if AI could transform your creativity? GadgetsBoy aka Tomi Adebayo and Steven ‘Woody’ Woodgate discuss AI computing and why it can be a force for good in the creative community. Plus, how artificial intelligence wrapped in technology is helping people with accessibility needs.

What's in this episode?

(00:32) Chapter one:

What is AI, AI computing, AI as your “Copilot”, why AI “won’t take your job”, plus they discuss data and security

“AI is my Batman to my Robin” – Steven

Link to research referenced

(08:29) Chapter two:

AI and creativity: all the things you can do

(12:34) Chapter three:

Technology and accessibility

-Steven shares his personal experience with dyslexia and dyspraxia, highlighting how AI has been a game-changer for him.

(17:07) Chapter four:

What’s behind the technology?

-Steven and Tomi discuss Samsung’s Qualcomm AI chip

For more information on the Galaxy Book4 Edge head to Samsung.com

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Amazing footage of Parkinson’s patient’s tremors ‘healing’

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Hear how a Parkinson’s patient’s life has been transformed with £31,000 treatment to help deal with the debilitating condition’s tremors. The vape-inspired inhaler to help needle-phobes avoid vaccine jabs - with Imperial College London/RCA masters graduate Zhejun ‘Ezreal’ Zhang.

Also in this episode:

Ten deaths in England whooping cough outbreak as cases soar.
AI drones in battlefield test by UK, US & Australia military
‘Millions of years for plant recovery from climate change’
Great Barrier Reef ‘risk of disappearing’
Who’s a social boy, then...world record for clever TikTok parrot.

For all the latest news head to standard.co.uk

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Nasa’s Boeing Starliner astronauts ‘stuck on ISS until 2025’

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A Nasa astronaut duo marooned on the International Space Station discover they may not return to Earth until 2025. Plus, Finlay Asher, from aviation industry climate impact campaign group Safe Landing, on airline pollution, regulation and aircraft engine tech developments.

Also in this episode:

Gene-editing therapy for blood disorder recommended on NHS
Army space radar base in Wales 'to combat cosmic warfare'
Did this 500-year-old compass belong to Copernicus?
Scientists make Caesar’s perfume...no gladiator sweat available

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Bone-strengthening NHS drug hope for postmenopausal women

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Thousands of women in England who have gone through the menopause could benefit from a new drug on the NHS, called Abaloparatide, that reduces the risk of bone fractures. Unique collection of technology memorabilia up for auction, including the original Apple-1 computer from Steve Jobs’ desk, a letter signed by Albert Einstein to President Franklin D. Roosevelt warning about Nazi Germany’s nuclear weapons research and America’s first spacewalk suit.

Also in this episode:

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’s Zombies trailer
Why our 3ft ancestors were real ‘Hobbits’
London’s hottest Tube lines revealed
Olympics Paris 2024: running track made from seashells
‘World’s oldest calendar’ found by archaeologists.

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UK riots: Downing Street slams Elon Musk over ‘civil war’ post

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Downing Street has slammed Elon Musk’s comments on his X social media platform after the tech billionaire waded into the online chaos surrounding anti-immigration violence flaring up in UK towns and cities. Social media riot incitement risks arrest, warns lawyer. Cygnus freighter’s food, clothes & toilet spares for ISS.

Also in this episode:

Hawaii wildfires one year on: Maui’s chronic homes shortage
Google’s ‘online search monopoly illegal’, US court rules
NHS ‘soup & shakes’ diet plan to combat type 2 diabetes
Software engineer’s 100,000 press-ups for MS charity to honour his late mother.

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Apple stock: why did Warren Buffett sell $50bn of iPhone-maker’s shares?

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:22:26 GMT

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett has sold a further $50 billion of his shares in Apple - why? Tech & Science Daily podcast has news analysis from Evening Standard markets reporter Michael Hunter. Fake weight-loss jabs warning. Minority Report-style ‘pre-crime AI’.

Also in this episode:

Olympic champion Simone Biles & rise of adult gymnasts
Prostate cancer: immunotherapy treatment hope ‘to prolong life’
The automatic robo-dentist will see you now

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Christian Angermayer: why the Enhanced Games are a game-changer for sport (Brave New World)

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 12:00:11 GMT

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev meets with billionaire entrepreneur Christian Angermayer.

The pair discuss The Enhanced Games. Could this improve drug testing at the Olympics?

To hear the full episode search Brave New World. You will also be able to hear a conversation with retired Australian swimmer James Magnussen, a silver and double bronze Olympic medallist, who’s been offered $1 million if he wins the controversial new competition’s 100m freestyle swimming race.

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Egyptian Screaming mummy ‘died wailing in pain’

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists share their theory behind ancient woman mummy. Government cuts £1.3billion of unfunded cash for tech & AI. What to expect from Google’s AI-powered Pixel 9 series. Taco Bell to roll out AI drive-thrus at hundreds of stores. Also in this episode:

Salesforce UK&I CEO Zahra Bahrololoumi on investing in AI skills - listen to the full interview here
Starmer warns social media firms over misinformation sparking violent disorder
‘Unhealthy preoccupation with phones linked to teenage anxiety and depression’
Star Wars Outlaws described as “like Red Dead Redemption in space”

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Hope for Sycamore Gap tree after shoots appear on its stump

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:00:43 GMT

Tony Gates, Chief Executive of Northumberland National Park Authority, reveals the good news about the felled Sycamore Gap tree - that it may now live on after green shoots have been found on its stump.

Want to know where that bad smell is? Well, odour detecting robots might be key to finding out the answer. Dr Floris van Breugel, assistant professor in mechanical engineering at the University of Nevada in Reno, discusses their new study.

Also in this episode:

Thunderstorm and flood warnings in parts of England and Wales
Friend: New AI companion launches – and it’s like something straight out of Black Mirror
Squid Game season two release date finally announced by Netflix

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Microsoft: 'Cyberattack triggered latest outage'

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Harjinder Singh Lallie, Director of the Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education at the University of Warwick, discusses Microsoft's latest outage that was triggered by a cyberattack. Overnight, products such as email service Outlook and video game Minecraft were impacted.

Scientists say that spaceships with warp-drive technology could be detected by looking for ripples in spacetime. Dr Katy Clough, the study’s lead author from Queen Mary University of London, explains the research and what this tells us.

Wildfire warning is currently high or extreme across most of southern Europe - as many Brits prepare to take their summer holidays in destinations across the area.

Also in this episode:

OpenAI to start rolling out its new voice mode
Australia starts world-first peanut allergy treatment for babies
Why 'three second' goldfish memory is a myth

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UK’s push for 'near-unhackable' quantum internet

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The UK Government has given a £160-million push for the research and development of a ‘near-unhackable’ quantum internet.

Professor Gerald Buller, who will lead the Integrated Quantum Networks Hub at Heriot-Watt University, tells Tech & Science Daily how the research will focus on creating large-scale quantum networks potentially leading to the development of a secure communications network and an internet free from hacking issues.

The Evening Standard’s gaming writer, Vicky Jessop, reveals everything we know so far about Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 - and when we can expect further updates.

Also in this episode:

Parasite found in soiled cat litter could be key to curing Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders
iPhone 16 reportedly won't come with Apple Intelligence AI at launch
Nasa astronauts celebrate Olympic Games from outer space

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Did complex life on Earth begin 1.5 billion years earlier?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Ernest Chi Fru, reader at Cardiff University, tells us about his latest study which places the emergence of complex life much earlier in Earth’s history.

London’s ‘defib deserts’ revealed. The Standard’s Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, discusses the new data that’s revealed 150 areas of capital are in desperate need of defibrillators, with poorest regions less likely to have life-saving devices.

Delta Aquariid meteor shower to light up the night sky.

Also in this episode:

London weather: Heat-health alert issued for capital as temperatures set to soar to 32C
Study suggests a vegan diet could be linked to reduction in biological age
Report finds UK shopping via social media surges by 32% since 2022
Why gamers are saying Gran Turismo 7 has ‘the funniest bug ever’

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OpenAI announces SearchGPT to rival Google

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The AI-powered search engine prototype will eventually be incorporated into ChatGPT. Enhanced Games: the Olympics alternative where performance-enhancing drugs are allowed. Shark spotted in the River Thames in London. Also in this episode:

Christian Angermayer explains his plans for the ‘Enhanced Games’ olympics alternative - hear the full interview on the Brave New World podcast here.
‘Shingles vaccine slashes risk of dementia by 17%’
Mercury has a layer of diamond up to 10 miles thick - scientists
High-tech spoon developed to enrich lives of dementia patients
How AI-powered drifting could help prevent weather-related accidents

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Crowdstrike’s $10 apology vouchers after global IT outage

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

..but some report the gift cards don’t work. Why the T. rex may have been much heavier and longer than previously thought. Is having a glass of wine a day actually good for you? Also in this episode:

Dr Neil Adams from the Natural History Museum explains the incredibly rare mammal fossil set to join their collections
Study finds AI could help two-thirds of workers with daily tasks
ULEZ expansion has reduced pollution 'better than expected' - City Hall report
Astronomers discover ‘super-Jupiter’ giant exoplanet

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Cancer cells trick the body into helping them grow

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Cancers pretend to be ‘super fit’ to steal nutrients from healthy cells. Weight-loss jab approved for use in UK to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Video footage shows breaching whale capsize boat. Sharks found in waters off Brazil test positive for cocaine. Also in this episode:

Data watchdog reprimands school over facial recognition for canteen payments
Calls to rethink smartphone use for under 18s to improve mental health
Elon Musk: Tesla will begin using humanoid robots next year

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Feeling ruff? Human stress linked to dogs' emotions

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Study finds just the smell of stress in humans can change a dog’s behaviour. Researcher explains ‘amazing’ similarities between chimpanzee and human conversations. London police officer quits after calling 999 while high on magic mushrooms. Also in this episode:

Dr Gal Badihi explains chimp & human conversational similarities
‘Dark oxygen’ produced by metals on deep-ocean floor, study finds
Mobile carriers banned from hiking prices mid-contract based on inflation
Blood proteins predict risk of developing more than 60 diseases – study
Male elephants use deep rumbles to signal when it is time to go

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Joe Biden deepfake shared after US election withdrawal

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A deepfake video of the president has been shared on ‘X’ after he announced his withdrawal from the election race. Cyber security expert warns another global IT outage is ‘likely’. US researchers hopeful of a ‘one and done’ flu-jab within five years. Also in this episode:

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Jim Kwik (Brave New World)

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 12:00:27 GMT

To hear the full interview with Jim Kwik, and to learn his top tips to boost your brain power, search Brave New World or click here.

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#MicrosoftDown: what caused ‘world’s worst IT failure’?

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The world’s IT infrastructure went into meltdown with many Microsoft cloud-based systems hobbled after a CrowdStrike cybersecurity Windows update. The Covid-19 inquiry’s bombshell report has found successive UK governments were totally unprepared for the devastation of the coronavirus pandemic, which killed over 235,000 Britons.

Also in this episode:

Parent army fighting kids’ digital device addiction - with Smartphone Free Childhood’s Léa Henry
Nasa cancels mission to moon’s dark side...as China races ahead
‘My life after year on Mars’

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World’s most expensive dinosaur skeleton sold

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The nearly complete fossilised remains of a stegosaurus fetched almost $45 million at auction in New York - a record sum for a dinosaur. King’s speech: power plans and progressing to renewables - with Regen energy analyst Dr Jess Hogan. Dyson unveils luxury headphones to rival AirPods Max.

Also in this episode:

Can anti-ageing drug really extend your life after mice lab tests?
‘Deeply personal' info stolen in London council cyberattack
Two million Londoners hit by NHS dental crisis
Nasa plans ‘micro-drone’ robo-bee swarms for Mars

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DIY cervical cancer test kits could boost NHS screening

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Evening Standard health reporter Daniel Keane says DIY tests to detect HPV are part of a new generation of at-home kits to provide clinicians with data and improve gaps in treatment. Covid lockdown fitness guru Joe Wicks gets honorary degree for public health work. Paris Olympics 2024: Mayor swims Seine ‘to prove river cleanliness’.

Also in this episode:

Do facially-expressive monkeys ‘make better leaders’?
‘Giant walk-in uterus’ feature at learning festival
This dinosaur has green bones
London basks in hottest day of year at 31C

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AI & the King’s speech

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Artificial intelligence bill and the King’s speech, with Eleanor Shearer, senior research fellow at the Common Wealth think-tank. Amazon Prime Day: consume the hype. iPhone thieves ‘making £15,000 a month’. NHS approves ADHD digital test.

Also in this episode:

Concern over rise in NHS cancer care delays
Malaria jab ‘breakthrough’
Moon cave ‘could become lunar base’

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Trump Rally Shooting: Apple, Microsoft and Meta CEOs react

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The CEOs of Microsoft, Google, Apple and Meta have all condemned the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.

Astronomers say they’ve created the most detailed - and first - weather report for two distant worlds beyond our own solar system. We speak to the lead author of the report, Professor Beth Biller from the Institute of Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh.

Also in this episode:

Guide dogs avoid London floating bus stops 'because they fear they’re dangerous’
Spacesuits inspired by Dune, designed to recycle urine and make drinking water
Ancient woolly mammoth DNA reconstructed in 3D for the first time
NYC drones protecting swimmers from sharks are ‘being attacked by angry birds’
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree player beats DLC boss with... rocks

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How England can win Euro 2024 final with top sports psychologist

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

One of the UK’s top sports psychologists tells Tech & Science Daily how England can win the Euro 2024 final.

Dr Misia Gervis, from Brunel University London and Wycombe Wanderers football club, has previously worked with the Lionesses, Olympians and many other elite athletes.

Apple Vision Pro finally arrives in the UK. The device is a wearable computer, designed as a set of goggles with internal displays that overlay apps and content onto the real world around the wearer so they blend together.

We share a sneak peak of this week’s guest on Brave New World, podcaster and brain coach, Jim Kwik. He shares his top tips for a healthy brain, and discusses the benefits that come directly from the people around you. Listen to the full episode here.

Also in this episode:

Professor Stephen Hawking’s scientific and personal archive made public
Study shows narcissism declines with age
Why Seagulls might not actually want your chips after all

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Samsung Unpacked: Galaxy Ring, folding phones & more

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Samsung’s latest Unpacked event has taken place and with it a whole new series of AI-powered Galaxy products have been unveiled, including the launch of the all-new wearable Galaxy Ring.

Ever fancied speeding up the clock? Ruth Ogden, Professor of the Psychology of Time at Liverpool John Moores University, discusses her study which has shown that looking forward to Christmas or Ramadan ‘can accelerate our sense of time’.

Research suggests night owls have superior brain function than morning people. Dr Raha West, NIHR Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Surgery & Cancer at Imperial College London, and lead author of the study, explains the findings and why you shouldn’t try to change your natural sleep patterns as a result.

Also in this episode:

Nasa finds icy ‘super-Earth’ that could be home to alien life
Microsoft hiking Xbox Game Pass prices by up to 25%

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Researcher on ‘most complete dinosaur’ unearthed in a century

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Jeremy Lockwood, researcher with the University of Portsmouth and the Natural History Museum in London, discusses his study on the ‘most complete dinosaur’ found in a century.

Analysis has revealed it’s a new species that roamed the earth around 125 million years ago, and it’s been named ‘Comptonatus chasei’ in tribute to the late fossil hunter Nick Chase, who made the discovery.

Europe's newest rocket Ariane 6 blasts off in 'historic' maiden voyage.

Study claims arsenic, lead and other toxic metals found in tampons.

Also in this episode:

Shackleton's Endurance ship gets extra protection
Britain’s oldest chalk figure has had a facelift
Winner of the world’s first controversial Miss AI contest crowned

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Europe’s Ariane 6 launch: Everything you need to know

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Lift-off? If all goes to plan, ESA's Ariane 6 rocket will launch later today from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana, during a four-hour window that opens at 6pm UK time. You can watch the livestream here.

Professor Susan Bewley, emeritus professor in obstetrics and women's health at King's College London, discusses her study which suggests that children conceived using egg or sperm donors are ‘more likely to have identity difficulties and issues with trust’, if they are kept in the dark about their origins.

Also in this episode:

Nearby exoplanet stinks of rotten eggs
Study links autism in children with altered gut bacteria
The new subscription service to combat scam calls
'Mystic meerkats' at Drusillas Park predict the England v Netherlands Euro result

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NHS cyber security ‘still at risk’

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The National Cyber Security Centre has warned the NHS to update their 'vulnerable' IT systems. The Standard's health reporter, Daniel Keane, joins us for the latest.

Nasa 'Mars bunker' volunteers speak publicly for the first-time, after spending 12 months on the simulated red planet.

The new first-of-its-kind pill which could increase IVF success rates.

Also in this episode:

Microsoft employees in China could soon only be using iPhones
Rumours suggest that Apple Intelligence and a better Siri could be coming to iPhones this spring
Why ChatGPT is 'officially funnier than humans'

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Mark Hyman (Brave New World)

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 12:00:09 GMT

In this excerpt from the Brave New World podcast, Evgeny Lebedev talks with Mark Hyman about the rise of longevity medicine, and what lifestyle changes we can make to enhance our health span.

To hear the episode in full just search Brave New World Evening Standard.

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How will new Labour government fight climate change?

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science Daily asked Simon Lewis, professor of global change science at UCL, about the new government’s challenges for tackling the climate crisis, transition to renewable energy and the Tories’ eco report card after 14 years in power. Plus, a Nasa crew is due to leave Mars simulation after 378 days. Richard McCracken, associate professor and lasers expert at Heriot-Watt University, on work to create ‘astrocomb’ helping giant SALT telescope hunt exoplanets.

Also in this episode:

Japan says sayonara to floppy disks
Giant fanged swamp beast ‘was pre-dinosaurs top predator’
Song melodies ‘simpler since 1950s’

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Dating apps vs finding ‘the one’

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists at India’s Ethophilia Research Foundation report young adults are suffering from dating app-fuelled “social media confusion”, which they say makes it tougher to settle down with a life partner. Plus, a rare space age retro Sunball chair is up for auction - we speak with Nigel Dawson-Ellis, head of design sale at Roseberys. Also in this episode:

Smartphone kids ‘link to poor emotion regulation’
Disaster declared in Hurricane Beryl-battered Jamaica
Diets helping beat middle age diabetes
Moonbase...built with Lego bricks

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Future workplace ‘personal brain scanners’

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:04:43 GMT

Latest developments in consumer neurotech at the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition in London, with Dr Max Wilson, associate professor at University of Nottingham.

Also in this episode:

Hurricane Beryl churns deadly path through Caribbean
Why was Xbox Live down?
WHO’s first quitting smoking guide
Human link to extinction of ‘megaherbivores’
Bionic leg ‘powered by thought’

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Taming Big Tech’s AI dominance

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

How widely are the benefits of artificial intelligence likely to be felt - or are Big Tech firms hoarding the advantages for themselves? Insight with Eleanor Shearer, senior research fellow specialising in AI and corporate governance at the Common Wealth think tank.

Also in this episode:

One person dead as 160mph Hurricane Beryl lands in Caribbean.
‘Sea waves’ on Saturn’s moon Titan
Nasa pics reveal universe ‘Pillars of Creation’
New Resident Evil game under development

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General Election 2024: How secure is voting technology?

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:07:52 GMT

Evolution of voting infrastructure and why low-tech balloting can be more secure - with Pippa Catterall, professor of history and policy at the University of Westminster, a specialist in electoral systems.

First stage of a rocket being developed by China detached from its launchpad and crashed.

Hurricane Beryl: Caribbean islands on high alert.

Also in this episode:

Monzo launches tools to tackle phone thieves raiding savings
Why volcanoes hold the secret to renewable energy
New AI algorithm flags deepfakes with 98% accuracy
Barbie taken into space to feature in Design Museum’s new exhibition

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Could this device replace ‘uncomfortable’ smear tests?

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Andrew Parfery, programme manager at the Venture Builder incubator at the University of Edinburgh, discusses the new device that could mean the end of ‘uncomfortable’ smear tests.

Vittorio Tantucci, senior lecturer in linguistics at Lancaster University, explains the findings of his study which has shown that British people are increasingly copying each other’s speaking style, but there’s a clear divide amongst social classes.

Also in this episode:

Ready for Wimbledon? Here’s the new generative AI IBM is rolling out for the tournament
Scientists make rhino horns made 'radioactive' to tackle poaching
Apple issues 'massive' warning about Google Chrome to all 1.46 billion iPhone users

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SpaceX will destroy International Space Station

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Why has SpaceX landed a lucrative Nasa contract to destroy the International Space Station, and what do we know about its replacement? Jake Foster, astronomer at Royal Observatory Greenwich, explains all. What if buildings could act like trees? Well yes according to one of the world’s top architects, with a concept called Urban Sequoia. Kent Jackson is a design partner at Skidmore Owings and Merrill. Kent tells us why sustainable construction is an important fix for the climate crisis, reveals his message to our future Prime Minister and explains what they should be actioning if they win the 2024 election.

Also in this episode:

Asteroid ‘the size of Mount Everest’ to skim past Earth
Satellite image sheds light on how ice and snow in clouds turn into rain
Xbox 360 classic Dead Rising is back with a "Deluxe Remaster," but fans don’t know how to feel about the protagonist’s new look…

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Starliner astronauts still stranded on ISS, now what?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Boeing Starliner spacecraft is suffering more problems and it means that the astronauts it carried to the International Space Station are currently stuck there.

The issues have left Boeing scrambling to examine the capsule remotely to try to work out the cause, and ensure a safe return.

Tony Kendrick, professor of primary care at the University of Southampton, discusses his research which suggests that almost half of Brits on antidepressants could be able to quit - as long as they are well and at low risk of relapse.

Scientists make faces for robots out of living skin.

Also in this episode:

Einstein atomic bomb letter to be auctioned
Why Madagascan lemur ‘honks’ are music to our ears
Everything new in the Fortnite Reload update

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WikiLeaks: Assange leaves UK after agreeing US plea deal

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has officially left the UK after agreeing a US plea deal. According to court documents, in return for pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defence information, Assange will be sentenced to time served, 62 months - the time he has already spent in a British prison.

The Standard’s Business & Technology Correspondent, Simon Hunt, explains why experts are warning about scam QR codes during Euro 2024 - and other high profile events over the summer.

China’s lunar probe returns to Earth with samples from the far side of the Moon.

Also in this episode:

World's biggest music labels sue over AI copyright
Study warns drinking from plastic bottles can raise type 2 diabetes risk
London's roads ranked the most congested in Europe for the third year in a row
Family sues NASA after Florida home is hit by debris from space station

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World first epilepsy device fitted in UK boy's skull

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Professor Tim Denison, from the University of Oxford and lead engineer behind the world’s first epilepsy device to be fitted in a child's skull, explains how the technology works and the potential impact it could have as a treatment for the condition.

Get ready because yellow heat health alerts are in place for most of England this week.

Renowned British explorer and crew aim to cross the Atlantic in a hydrogen balloon.

Also in this episode:

Nearly 19,000 NHS patients left waiting for three days in A&E
Three-quarters of UK rivers found to be in poor ecological health by citizen scientists
The secrets to living to 100 according to science

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Ryan Holiday (Brave New World)

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:51 GMT

In this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev speaks with Ryan Holiday about the modern media landscape, echo chambers and the value of Stoic leadership.

To hear the episode in full just search Brave New World Evening Standard.

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Behind the concert tech used by world's biggest stars

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

PIxMob discusses their impressive technology which has been used in concerts for Taylor Swift, Coldplay and The Weeknd, as well as huge events such as the Super Bowl halftime show, Eurovision and the Olympics.

Microsoft regains the title of world's most valuable public company from Nvidia.

Cyber criminals behind London hospitals' disruption publish stolen blood test data.

Also in this episode:

TikTok launches media literacy hub to help users spot misinformation
Chimps help scientists find plants that have potential to become medicines
Could eating cheese help with mental health and resilience?
Why a banana-clicking game is already this summer's biggest hit

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Just Stop Oil: How vandalism could have lasting impact on Stonehenge

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Local Stonehenge expert, Tim Daw, explains the potential lasting impact of Just Stop Oil protestors spraying the cultural heritage site with orange powder paint.

Lisa Webb, consumer law expert at Which?, discusses their report which suggests big tech brands are breaking new laws and selling customers short on product security.

Also in this episode:

Artificial intelligence allows pupils to ‘converse’ with Holocaust survivors
Astronauts stuck in space at least another week as Boeing and NASA troubleshoot Starliner spacecraft issues
Archaeologists find depiction of 'Simpsons' character on 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy coffin

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How Nvidia became the world's most valuable company

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Standard’s Business & Technology Correspondent, Simon Hunt, explains how Nvidia overtook Microsoft and Apple to become the world's most valuable company.

Dr Katie Burnham, Senior Staff Scientist at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, discusses their new study which suggests that sepsis patients ‘could get the right treatment faster, based on their genes’.

Also in this episode:

Self-driving cars found to be safer - except at dawn, dusk, or when turning, according to study
Prince Charles Cinema cancels screening of film which was written by AI following backlash
McDonald’s AI mishaps with bacon ice cream and chicken nugget overload

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Could satellites like Starlink deplete Earth’s ozone layer?

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

New research claims that mega satellite constellations spew copious amounts of aluminium oxide gas in the atmosphere and it could deplete the ozone layer.

Fernando Auat Cheein, associate professor in robotics and autonomous systems at the National Robotarium at Heriot-Watt University, discusses their new AI tool which uses videos to predict harvests.

First patients in the UK receive a new ‘revolutionary’ device to stop acid reflux.

Also in this episode:

Alzheimer’s disease on mother’s side linked to ‘increased risk’ of the condition
Greece heatwave: Death toll rises to five as locals fear tourists ‘underestimating’ record temperatures
First 'major lunar standstill' in nearly 20 years set for this weekend

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Clean Air Day: boosting London’s trees for better breathing

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science Daily hears from Andrew Pendleton, of London environment charity Global Action Plan, about more major tree-planting schemes needed to improve the capital’s air quality. Singapore oil spill: race to stop eco disaster. Plant-ificial intelligence...how flowers sense danger.

Also in this episode:

Hunting life-supporting exoplanets
‘Lizard link’ to US salmonella outbreak
Saving turtle doves with rewilding
Aboard Mark Zuckerberg’s $300m super yacht

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Euros: Could the Oura smart ring give England the edge?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Three lions squad is wearing the £421 ring that monitors sleep, stress and more. Labour commits to introducing AI regulation for tech giants. Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk's $56bn pay package. The surprising link between your name and your life choices… Also in this episode:

Our Football Reporter Dom Smith explains how England hope the Oura ring will give them the edge
Pop star Daniel Bedingfield praises AI for capturing ‘soul’ of his music
Combined immunotherapy drugs ‘could treat most common form of bowel cancer’
AI can now detect if cats are in pain by scanning feline faces

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NASA accidentally broadcasts astronaut in distress simulation on YouTube

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Space agency confirms there’s no real emergency on board the international space station. Gaming giant Steam facing £656m legal claim for ‘overcharging’ UK gamers. How Taylor Swift's Scotland fans set off earthquake monitors. Millions of appointments for common eye conditions placing ‘unnecessary demands’ on struggling GPs. Also in this episode:

Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of the Association of Optometrists on dealing with common eye problems
Pairing shelter dogs together ‘could cut stress and help them find homes sooner’
Mobile driver’s licences are coming to New York state
How being facially expressive may make you a better negotiator

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Can astronauts’ bodies actually survive Mars missions?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Organ trouble, radiation concerns and more explained by Keith Siew, a senior research fellow at University College London. Most children can’t name MP and a fifth get political news from TikTok. Elon Musk confirms X will start hiding likes on posts. Also in this episode:

Natural History Museum’s Simon Loader on the new vegetarian piranha species named after Lord of the Rings villain
Man who lost four of his fingers fitted with ‘Hero Gauntlet’ by UK firm
The Insect migration superhighway discovered in Europe

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Apple’s AI features explained and why Elon’s not happy

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Photo ‘clean up’ tool, ‘math notes’ feature and Siri gets a boost. Plus - why Elon’s not happy with the Apple & ChatGPT partnership. Scientists grow ‘mini-guts’ to study Crohn’s disease. How researchers used AI to find elephant “names.” Also in this episode:

Uni of Cambridge's Professor Matthias Zilbauer explains how they developed 'mini guts' to help them learn about Crohn's disease
Social media scammers impersonating ‘every major airline operating in the UK’ - Which?
Morning frost detected on volcanoes near Mars’s equator
New Glastonbury app helps friends find each other – and their tent – more easily

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Cancer breakthrough: Glowing dye helps find invisible cells

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

How the dye works, and why it’s helpful for surgeons with Oxford University’s Professor Freddie Hamdy. Electric headset for treating depression recommended after NHS trial. Appeal for O-type blood donors after London hospitals cyber attack. Also in this episode:

Flow Neuroscience CEO Erin Lee describes their electric headset for treating depression.
Generative AI expected to dominate at ‘momentous’ Apple conference
YouTube announces new restrictions on gun videos
New skateboarding MMO from makers of Tony Hawk's due this summer

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Dr. Rhonda Patrick (Brave New World)

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:00:26 GMT

Today's episode is with Dr. Rhonda Patrick, a biomedical researcher and health educator from California.

Evgeny Lebedev and Rhonda discuss how experiments on genetic pathways in worms got her interested in the science of anti-ageing in humans. Plus, Rhonda explains how nutrition can impact our wellbeing.

To hear the full interview search Brave New World Evening Standard, or click here.

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E.coli cases 'likely to rise' after outbreak linked to 'food item'

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed at least 37 people were admitted to hospital as a result of an E.coli outbreak, and testing indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK are from a single source. We speak to Cath Rees, professor of microbiology at the University of Nottingham about everything we know so far.

Starship: Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launches and lands the most powerful rocket ever made.

The Standard’s Saqib Shah joins us to explain why gamers are racking up views for new video game ‘Bodycam’.

Also in this episode:

Why nature groups are launching a legal bid over England’s wildlife loss
Look who’s woofing: why scientists are using AI to interpret the meaning of barks

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Nvidia overtakes Apple & surpasses $3 trillion

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

AI chipmaker Nvidia’s value has overtaken Apple and surpassed three trillion dollars - meaning it’s now the world’s second most valuable company.

James Lee, clinician scientist group leader at the Francis Crick Institute, tells Tech & Science Daily about his research which has discovered a major cause of inflammatory bowel disease.

Boeing finally launches its long-delayed astronaut capsule.

Also in this episode:

Leak claims the new Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max will have a record-breaking design
Energy drinks ‘may trigger dangerous condition in people with heart disease’
Do you know what your fridge temperature should really be? Because a lot of us don’t according to a study
Brits have an average of 339 'outtakes' on their phones

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Paris Hilton among those targeted in TikTok hack

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

TikTok says it is tackling a cyber attack that targeted a number of high-profile accounts, including Paris Hilton and CNN.

Our Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, explains why a Russian group of cyber criminals is blamed for an attack which forced major London hospitals to declare a critical incident.

Dr Jonathon McPhetres, assistant professor of biological psychology at Durham University, reveals the science behind goosebumps and why we might be getting them far more often we think.

Also in this episode:

Research suggests women make fewer mistakes while on their periods
Asian hornets survive UK winter for first time
Instagram is testing ‘unskippable' ad breaks and it's making users ‘want to scream’

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England's first artificial cornea transplant

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

91-year-old Cecil ‘John’ Farley has made history as the first patient in England to receive an artificial cornea.

The new artificial cornea, called EndoArt, was created by EyeYon Medical, and only 200 have been implanted worldwide to date, including John’s.

We hear from the lead researcher behind an AI tool ‘can rapidly rule out heart attacks in people attending A&E’ - and it could eventually have huge benefits for the NHS.

Roberto Dario Sesia, a PHD student at the National Heart and Lung Institute at Imperial College London, discusses the groundbreaking technology, known as Rapid-RO.

Also in this episode:

Fresh water present on Earth ‘500 million years earlier than previously thought’
Study finds drinking alcohol then napping on flights could be bad for your heart
Why you might struggle to read your dog’s facial expressions.

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Male birth control gel ‘takes effect sooner than similar contraceptives’

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Research suggests that a new male birth control gel ‘takes effect sooner than other similar male contraceptives’.

Does toad-licking have health benefits? The Standard’s Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, discusses the first participant dosed in a study of ‘toad’ psychedelic compound effects on the human brain.

Ticketmaster is investigating a hack which could affect 560 million users.

Also in this episode:

Blood test can predict if breast cancer will return years before relapse
China lands Chang'e-6 spacecraft on far side of moon in mission to bring back samples for first time
MrBeast overtakes T-Series for most YouTube subscribers
Electric spoon that makes food taste saltier goes on sale in Japan

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AI voice cloning tools manipulated to imitate political leaders

Fri, 31 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Imran Ahmed, chief executive of the Center for Countering Digital Hate explains how easy they found it to generate deepfake audio with AI tools. Google defends AI search results after bizarre suggestions went viral. James Webb Space Telescope detects the most distant known galaxy. Also in this episode:

'World's largest botnet' taken down as alleged Chinese mastermind arrested
Footage shows lava rivers after Iceland volcano eruption
Supermarket to use laser etchings on avocados instead of stickers
Octopus caught on camera changing its colour at North Wales beach. Check it out on our YouTube channel here.
Are AI-generated emojis coming to iOS 18?

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Why are so few women playing professional esports?

Thu, 30 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Standard’s Vicky Jessop discusses why just 5% of women become professional gamers. New dinosaur species found in Zimbabwe identified by NHM expert. Plus - possibly the strangest Guinness World Record you’ve heard of… Also in this episode:

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Ancient Egyptians were ‘trying to treat cancer 4,000 years ago’

Wed, 29 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Cut marks on a skull reveal ancient tumour examination. Earthcare: Probe designed to study how clouds affect Earth’s climate launched into space. US billionaire plans to take submersible to wreck of Titanic. Feeding babies peanuts protects from allergy into adolescence. Also in this episode:

Bjoern Frommknecht, mission manager of EarthCARE explains the cloud-exploring satellite
Action needed to protect election from AI disinformation, study says
Study: One in five professional footballers using snus or tobacco-free nicotine pouches
AI enlisted in the hunt for female partner for lonely ancient plant

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Tory TikTok launch “pathetic” compared to ‘savvier’ Labour says expert

Tue, 28 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Expert reveals why he believes Labour is out-classing the Tories on TikTok. Google set to manually remove weird AI answers in search. Elon Musk’s xAI raises $6 billion to fund its race against ChatGPT. Report: next government should consider banning phones for under-16s. Also in this episode:

Chris Stokel-Walker, author of TikTok Boom: The Inside Story of the World’s Favourite App explains his thoughts on the political parties' TikTok campaigns
North Korea’s attempted spy satellite launch fails with explosion
AI regulators in UK are ‘under-resourced’, warns science committee chair
California launching pilot program to charge drivers for miles driven
YouTube Music will let you search by humming into your Android phone

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Planet that could support human life discovered 'close' to Earth

Fri, 24 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

UK scientists have discovered a new planet that could potentially support human life and it’s just 40 light-years away.

Prehistoric 'Dune' worm found in a quarry was a predator that hunted millions of years before the dinosaurs. We speak to the lead author, Dr Richie Howard, Curator of Fossil Arthropods at the Natural History Museum.

Also in this episode:

We speak to scientists who have successfully used drones to validate walrus counts alongside satellite images from space
Atlantic to get 'extraordinary' hurricane season.
People with commonly autocorrected names fight back

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Largest images of the universe ever taken from space

Thu, 23 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

ESA’s Euclid telescope reveals the largest images of the universe ever taken from space. We speak to Dr Jesper Skottfelt, a research fellow at the Open University’s centre for Electronic Imaging, about their VIS technology that helped take these incredible pictures.

Also in this episode:

An early warning space weather satellite named Vigil is coming to the UK
Why BT has been fined almost £3 million over failures affecting EE & PlusNet customers
Microsoft’s AI feature is being investigated by UK watchdog over screenshots
Scientists reveal shocking findings about the Sun’s magnetic field
Why the internet is ‘disappearing’

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Apple emergency bug fix for ‘zombie’ iPhone photos

Wed, 22 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Apple releases an urgent iOS 17.5.1 security update after some reports of a bug causing deleted iPhone and iPad photos to resurrect themselves. Infected blood scandal victims ‘could each receive £2m+’. Firing up UK’s spaceport rocket. Nasa’s optimistic two-month plasma rocket to Mars.

Also in this episode:

Risk of type 2 diabetes in under-40s
Digital landline swap delayed over fears for vulnerable
International AI safety plan
Attenborough’s childhood inspiration becomes nature reserves

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ChatGPT halts 'Scarlett Johansson-sounding' AI voice

Tue, 21 May 2024 11:55:03 GMT

OpenAI announces “pause” on a ChatGPT voice avatar after it drew comparisons Scarlett Johansson’s speaking style - and Hollywood actress called in the lawyers. Legal and policy challenges for AI Seoul Summit, with Eleanor Shearer, senior research fellow at London’s Common Wealth think tank. Infected blood scandal: police examine manslaughter charges.

Also in this episode:

Microplastics found in ‘every study testicle’
New (but fading) chance to see Northern Lights
Tech firms ‘failing on pre-election misinformation’
Cob-erating theatre...tiny robot’s corn-sized surgery

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Infected blood scandal cover-up’s damning verdict

Mon, 20 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Publication of public inquiry’s verdict into ‘worst treatment disaster in the history of the NHS’ that led to deaths of more than 3,000 people. UK summer alert for Asian hornets. Preserving breast tissue aids cancer research.

Also in this episode:

iDo...the robot ‘AI dating concierge’
Odyssey for cross of polar explorer Shackleton
Flavour science behind mac & cheese ice cream

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Bill Irvine: The truth about the Stoics (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 18 May 2024 12:00:04 GMT

Evgeny Lebedev talks to stoicism expert Professor Bill Irvine, whose books detail the ancient wisdom of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius for a new generation.

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Urgent warning over council house scam on social media

Fri, 17 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Warning issued over council house scam on Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat which has seen victims hand over thousands of pounds to secure social housing that doesn’t exist.

Findings suggest ‘global life expectancy to increase by nearly five years by 2050’.

Study shows children who spend a lot of time on social media are 'more likely to vape’.

Also in this episode:

Archaeologist’s theory may have finally solved mystery of Egypt’s pyramids
Reddit & OpenAI announce content deal
GTA 6 long-awaited release date announced by Rockstar

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows first look

Thu, 16 May 2024 12:00:14 GMT

What to expect as the Ubisoft franchise heads to Japan - game journalist Vicky Jessop reveals what we know so far about the upcoming instalment. NHS approves ‘invaluable’ liver cancer cancer treatment. Apple launches eye-tracking tech for iPhone and iPad.

Also in this episode:

The new UK weapon designed to blast drones out of the sky
Why dinosaurs might be to thank for regulating body temperature

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What do Google’s AI updates mean for you?

Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Google is increasing its artificial intelligence offerings and even the world’s most popular search engine is getting an AI makeover.

The Standard’s Business & Technology Correspondent, Simon Hunt, discusses all the big announcements from the tech giant’s annual developer conference.

We hear from Professor Ruth Travis from Oxford Population Health about their research that blood proteins ‘warn of cancer seven years before diagnosis’.

Also in this episode:

Bumble apologises for celibacy ads: ‘We made a mistake’
The $1.4 billion Dream Chaser plane that will take humans to space
Scientists discover new species of giant jellyfish
Olympics: Why parts of Paris will be off-limits without a QR code

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Open AI’s GPT-4o can ‘teach maths’ & even ‘flirt’

Tue, 14 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

OpenAI rolls out the most advanced ChatGPT ever as rival Anthropic launches AI assistant Claude in the European Union.

Study claims weight loss jabs like Ozempic and Wegovy ‘cuts risk of heart attack and stroke’.

Another chance to see The Northern Lights in the UK? Scientists’ prediction as the Sun approaches ‘solar maximum’.

Also in this episode:

More than 20,000 people join search for new dementia treatments
Hunting may have helped humans become long-distance runners
Marvel Rivals apologises after banning negative reviews

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Birth trauma report: Good pregnancy care ‘exception not rule’

Mon, 13 May 2024 12:00:24 GMT

An inquiry into traumatic childbirths has called for an overhaul of the UK's maternity and postnatal care.

University of Cambridge’s Professor Henrik Salje discusses his research which suggests babies born from C-section ‘need two measles jabs for full protection’.

Two professional skydivers successfully complete the world’s first wingsuit flight through London’s Tower Bridge.

Also in this episode:

Study finds internet use linked to higher wellbeing
Wales becomes first UK nation to join metaverse
‘Source of sugar, not just amount, could impact weight in children’
Why Great British insults are dying out

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Apple apologises for iPad ‘Crush’ ad

Fri, 10 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

After Hugh Grant called it a “destruction of human experience”. Neuralink brain implant test suffers technical issues. TikTok set to introduce new tools to flag AI-generated content. Release year revealed for new Lord of the Rings movie. Also in this episode:

Stanford engineers say they’ve produced a ‘leap forward’ for augmented reality
Tailored psychotherapy could improve the lives of patients with MND
Running under a four-minute mile could be the key to a long and healthy life
Battery fires from discarded electronics on the rise

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Chemicals in flavoured vapes potentially ‘very toxic when heated’

Thu, 09 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

AI research finds 505 hazardous chemicals formed from vaping. 18-month old girl has hearing restored in new gene therapy trial. Why AstraZeneca has withdrawn its Covid vaccine. Has China sent a secret robot to the moon? Also in this episode:

Study: AI chatbots that simulate the dead risk digitally haunting the bereaved
DeepMind’s AI can ‘predict how all of life’s molecules interact with each other’
Tiny wraparound implants ‘represent new approach for spinal cord injuries’

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Apple reveals ultra-thin iPad Pro with M4 chip

Wed, 08 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Plus, will the new pencil pro and magic keyboard make MacBooks redundant? OpenAI exec says today's ChatGPT will be 'laughably bad' in 12 months. The air-breathing spacecraft boosting Earth observation and communications. Also in this episode:

Dr Mansur Tisaev from the University of Surrey describes their plans for low-orbit air-propelled spacecraft
Tech firms must ‘tame aggressive algorithms’ under Ofcom online safety rules
Scientists discover Sperm whale 'phonetic alphabet'
Researchers: chimps may be lifelong learners, just like humans
The Nokia 3210 is being reborn

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Boeing’s first ever astronaut launch delayed

Tue, 07 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Boeing's Starliner capsule launch called off two hours before launch due to valve issue. Nintendo announces a Switch 2 is in the works. Armed forces personnel's bank data compromised in Ministry of Defence hack. Can prehistoric DNA help modern-day crops cope with climate change? Also in this episode:

Researchers say tourist influx turns Lake Windermere green
World’s purest silicon brings scientists one step closer to scaling up quantum computers
Insurers warn about fake and manipulated images being used in claims
Scientists say they have identified a new genetic form of Alzheimer’s disease

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China’s Chang’e-6 mission to moon’s dark side

Fri, 03 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

China has blasted off its Chang’e-6 robotic spacecraft bound for the moon’s dark side as part of a trio of missions aiming to get boots on the lunar surface. Nasa maps space weather 280 light-years away. Immunotherapy hope for cancer treatment after cell discovery. Apple examines 'iPhone alarm bug'. Puppy yoga banned over animal welfare fears.

Also in this episode:

Fitness life quality boost for middle-aged women
Swarm of GPS-powered giant robot bees
Wild orangutan ‘uses plant medicine to treat wound’
Sprocket, is that you? Fraggle Rock-inspired dancing robo-dog

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Self-driving EVs: new robo-car law step closer

Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A proposed law heralding self-driving cars on Britain’s roads received the green light in the House of Commons. WhatsApp lobbying ‘should be monitored like IRL’. World Passwords Day: importance of strong keys.

Also in this episode:

A-miaow-zon...cat mistakenly mailed in e-returns box
Vegan diet ‘beneficial for bowel cancer’
Illness and death study reveals gender divide
Men ‘more likely to have health conditions leading to early death’
Who's beaking, please? How parrots video call pals.

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Prostate cancer screening trial ‘pivotal moment in history’

Wed, 01 May 2024 12:00:43 GMT

A major study will vet methods of screening men for prostate cancer for effectiveness in a bid to save thousands of lives each year. How ‘wall of death’ space workout keeps astronauts fit - with Alberto Minetti, professor of physiology at the University of Milan. Infected blood scandal compensation schedule agreed.

Also in this episode:

Perimenopausal women ‘more likely to suffer depression’

Half of London children not getting exercise hour.

Climate change UK spider influx warning

World’s largest blue hole found

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James Webb Space Telescope’s Horsehead Nebula close-up

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Close-up images detailing the Milky May’s Horsehead Nebula have been captured by Nasa’s James Webb Space Telescope. Royal Brompton Hospital’s robotics-assisted trial to treat lung cancer with microwaves. Self-driving truck fleet ‘planned for end of 2024’. Lock up pupils’ smartphones all day, teachers urged.

Also in this episode:

Phoning Earth with 140-million-mile laser zap message
Poison pen...toxic chemicals hiding in Victorian books
US Air Force $13bn ‘doomsday fleet’ to protect POTUS
Healthy living ‘could add extra five years to life’

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Easy tech passwords banned by new law

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

New cybersecurity laws come into power in UK banning some most easily-guessed password combinations. Deadly US tornadoes: latest. Pope’s plea to young: hang up smartphones and meet IRL. World’s largest salmon ‘had tusks’.

Also in this episode:

Ex-mountain biking world champion Reece Wilson on crash concussion risk
British hypersonic missile ‘in service by 2030’
This material stores greenhouse gases
London Zoo appeals for public’s memorabilia to join Darwin

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Bill Richards: Magic Mushrooms and Epic Poetry (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 12:00:08 GMT

In this preview of our Brave New World series, Evgeny talks to psychologist and researcher Bill Richards, whose book Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics and Religious Experiences is considered a seminal work in the field and is now in its 10th edition.

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World first jab to stop skin cancer trialled in UK

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Trials begin for personalised injection designed to ‘stop cancer in its tracks’. Portsmouth archaeologists attempt to unravel fresh T-Rex secrets using ‘Trinity’ skeleton. Study finds Vitamin D alters gut bacteria to give better cancer immunity. The robot dog in the US that comes with a flamethrower… Also in this episode:

DEFRA not testing UK cows for bird flu despite outbreak in US
Conservation efforts are boosting global biodiversity
Brain study set to use Pink Floyd to understand music's impact on the mind

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Major report finds girls vaping more than boys

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

A huge international report has found that England leads the world in under-age drinking - and that girls are drinking, smoking and vaping more than boys in the UK.

Shetland's SaxaVord Spaceport has been given a crucial safety licence.

New ESA astronaut Rosemary Coogan from the UK is already undergoing training in microgravity.

Also in this episode:

Breast cancer survivors at significant risk of entirely new cancers – study
Meta shares sink after it reveals spending plans
Over half of world’s population ‘could be at risk of mosquito-borne diseases’
Why your surname could be impacting your education & career

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TikTok US ban bill set to be signed by Biden

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

TikTok's potential ban in the US is getting closer after the Senate passed the bill calling for its Chinese owner to sell up - and it’s now set to be signed by US President Joe Biden.

Dr Thomas Woolley applied mathematician at Cardiff University, who specialises in mathematical biology, explains the new algorithm they’ve created which makes it easier to find bat roost locations.

Voyager 1: NASA's longest-running spacecraft back in touch with Earth after five months of silence.

Also in this episode:

Hospital patients treated by women doctors are ‘less likely to die’
Pink Moon 2024: What is it? And why you might not see what you expect
Struggled with 'I am not a robot' captchas lately? Here’s why they’re getting harder

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Grindr sued for allegedly sharing users' HIV status

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:00:41 GMT

The gay dating app Grindr is being sued for allegedly sharing users' HIV status with third parties in the UK.

Tinder adds a new 'Share My Date' safety feature to the world's most used dating app.

Controversial PS5 game Stellar Blade will be 'completely uncensored'.

Also in this episode:

Russia designates Meta an extremist organisation
Two lifeforms merge into one organism for first time in a billion years
Charity warns children as young as three groomed online
Celebrity handbag designer Nancy Gonzalez jailed for wildlife smuggling
The fight to save handwriting from extinction

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Earth Day: How to clean up space junk

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The company that’s cleaning up space junk in Earth’s orbit. UK Astronaut graduates ESA training. TikTok one step closer to US ban. Taylor Swift's new album streamed 300 million times in one day. Also in this episode:

Astroscale MD Nick Shave on their mission to clean up space
UK Space Agency’s Libby Jackson talks astronaut training
Study: seeing yourself on video calls leads to mental fatigue
Wet wipes containing plastic set to be banned in the UK
The world’s first fully AI-generated film is being trolled online

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The US scientists bringing back the Woolly Mammoth - Special

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The woolly mammoth is close to making a return, and it's sooner than you think... In this special episode of Tech & Science daily, we explore how US biotech company Colossal Biosciences is planning to use advanced DNA gene editing technology to 'de-extinct' the woolly mammoth, and other extinct species this decade. CEO of Colossal Biosciences Ben Lamm discusses their mission, and the key conservation work that underpins it. Plus, Colossal's chief scientific officer Beth Shapiro explains some of the technical science behind gene editing, and extracting ancient DNA.

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Worldwide arrests made as major scamming site taken offline

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:07:22 GMT

LabHost site taken down after scamming 70,000 Brits. Palaeontologists unearth potential ‘largest known marine reptile’. Boston Dynamics tease Atlas humanoid robot. Drake releases new song…but is it actually AI? Also in this episode:

Deadly African heatwave 'impossible' without global warming
AI chatbot ‘could be better at assessing eye problems than medics’
TUC calls for AI to be regulated in the workplace

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‘World’s most advanced robot’ arrives in Scotland

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Humanoid robot ‘Ameca’ built by Engineered Arts Ltd sold to Heriot-Watt University’s National Robotarium. Carnage at Dubai Airport as UAE sees heaviest rainfall in 75 years. Scientist reveals queen bees can survive underwater for up to a week. Social media flooded with fake videos and images hours after Iran's attack on Israel. Also in this episode:

University of Guelph’s Dr Sabrina Rondeau explains Queen Bees’ resilience to flooding
£14,000 being lost to investment scams on average, says Barclays
Meta's Nick Clegg makes pitch for virtual reality in the classroom
Motorola is bringing back the wooden phone

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Sony asks developers to make games PS5 Pro-compatible

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Verge reports developers have been asked to make their games ready for the new console. Creating ‘deepfake’ sexual images set to be criminal offence in the UK. Why Fallout London has been delayed indefinitely. Did the Moon influence the design of Stonehenge? Also in this episode:

Secrets of the Winchcombe meteorite’s brutal space journey revealed
Thwaites Glacier analysis reveals how it might react to global warming
Pressure to lose weight as a teenager can have ‘long-lasting effects’

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How our muscles fight the effects of ageing

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dr Veronika Kedlian explains the two muscle mechanisms that fight against the ageing process. Google announces new AI-powered Vids app. Nasa asked to help in search for Loch Ness Monster. The Instagram rats that have learned how to drive. Also in this episode:

Dr Kedlian explains Wellcome Sanger Institute research on muscles
Brightest-ever cosmic explosion was ’caused by collapse of a massive star’
Google’s Pixel 9 may get an Apple-like satellite SOS feature
Watch: Instagrammer teaches pet rats how to drive
McDonald’s launches 'smell the billboard’ marketing campaign

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Wim Hof & Rita Ora: Braving the Ice (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 12:00:15 GMT

In this preview edition of our Brave New World series, Evgeny meets Wim Hof to learn more about the Dutch athlete’s ‘Method’; a combination of breathing and cold-water immersion that he claims can have health and psychological benefits. Rita Ora also joins the show and talks about her own experience using Wim’s techniques as part of her wellness routines.

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Bafta Games Awards 2024: Baldur’s Gate 3 wins big

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Evening Standard gaming writer Vicky Jessop on Baldur’s Gate 3’s success at the 20th Bafta Games Awards in London, plus UK win for puzzle title Viewfinder. Microsoft to open major London AI hub. When’s the best time of day to exercise? Child-size AI robot car to soothe young patients' hospital stress.

Also in this episode:

Cheek swab to monitor rare genetic heart condition
England measles outbreak: latest
MPs urge Government strategy to combat TikTok misinformation
Pompeii archaeologists find awesome Helen of Troy fresco.

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WhatsApp: parents urge Meta to stop ‘harmful’ under-16s access

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:59:40 GMT

Campaign group Smartphone Free Childhood is urging Meta to reverse its controversial WhatsApp age access reduction in Europe - amid growing concerns fears about harm to young minds and stranger danger. The ‘sleep gap’ - women more prone to insomnia than men, study finds. Sonar imaging reveals Baltimore bridge collapse devastation.

Also in this episode:

WikiLeaks: Biden US ‘considering’ dropping Assange prosecution
Bafta Games Awards: Baldur’s Gate 3 and Spider-Man 2 lead noms
Getting enough fibre? Roughage boosts over-60s’ brains
Robots are coming...to host on television.

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‘God particle’ physicist Professor Peter Higgs dead at 94

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:48:18 GMT

Tributes to Professor Peter Higgs, the Nobel Prize-winning “truly gifted scientist” behind the concept of the Higgs boson subatomic particle - known as the ‘God particle’, who has died aged 94. Cass review: NHS to “pause” child gender treatment. Oxford University’s Dr Ophélie Lebrasseur on research revealing hunter-gatherers’ domestication of extinct fox. ‘Double matched’ blood to stop kidney transplant rejection.

Also in this episode:

Dyson’s augmented reality vacuum cleaning
Could swapping red meat for anchovies save 750,000 humans?
AI ‘social order collapse’ warning...and sentience
Nasa’s moon car to boost lunar ice hunt.

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TikTok’s ‘Instagram killer’ Notes app: what we know

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:58:55 GMT

TikTok looks to be working on a photo-sharing app to rival Instagram as users receive alerts about a new platform called Notes. Solar eclipse heralds unusual way for couples to tie knot. Young cancer cases link to cell ageing. ‘Hottest March’ marks 10 months of scorchers.

Also in this episode:

Wider cars leave drivers struggling to squeeze out
UK ‘vulnerable to misinformation & deepfakes’
Touch ‘soothes pain and depression’
Falling ISS chunk smashes into family home.

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Total solar eclipse 2024: what you need to know

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:52:19 GMT

Much of North America’s set to be plunged into darkness as a total solar eclipse looms over continent for four-and-a-half minutes.

Cern’s ‘Big Bang machine’ closer to birth of universe. Double amputee walks again with pioneering bone implants. Why did EV sales slump?

Also in this episode:

Vet firm CVS hit by UK cyberattack
NHS one-hour hepatitis C test ‘bid to eliminate virus’
Give sunbeds cancer warnings like cigarettes, says charity
Will Tesla’s automated taxis finally launch this year?

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Jonathan Haidt: What has social media done to our children? (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:00:18 GMT

In this preview of our Brave New World series, Evgeny Lebedev talks to Jonathan Haidt. Together they look at the impact of tech and social media on the child and adolescent brain. Jonathan's new book, 'The Anxious Generation' is available now. To hear the whole interview, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

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London Games Festival 2024: All you need to know

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Standard’s Vicky Jessop discusses all the expected highlights from London Games Festival 2024 - including the Bafta Games Awards.

The first ever US Black astronaut candidate, Ed Dwight, will finally go to space at 90 years old.

There’s a solar eclipse happening next week and forecasters say it will be partially visible from parts of the UK.

Also in this episode:

Study suggests prostate cancer cases are set to double worldwide between 2020 & 2040
Quest to power homes with solar panels in space passes major milestone
Samsung: Tech giant sees profits jump by more than 900%
Brace yourselves, Disney+ will crack down on password sharing from June

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The future of payments: A chip in your fingernail?

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The Standard's Business and Technology Correspondent, Simon Hunt, tries out a new chip which can be embedded in your fingernail.

Google 'considers charging' for premium search results powered by artificial intelligence.

Moon to get its own time zone by NASA but it won't be straightforward to create.

Also in this episode:

Nationwide blood test trials hope to improve Alzheimer’s diagnosis rate
Scientists identify gene variants ‘which increase risk of obesity by six times’
Airport security liquid rule change delayed again as scanners aren’t ready
Lara Croft from Tomb Raider named ‘most iconic video game character of all time’ in Bafta poll

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Taiwan's strongest earthquake in 25 years

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

The strongest earthquake to hit Taiwan in a quarter of a century has killed at least seven people and injured over 700.

Study finds vaping causes substantial increase in risk of heart failure.

Dr Thomas O'Shea-Wheller from the Environment and Sustainability Institute at the University of Exeter explains how his team developed VespAI - which uses artificial intelligence to detect invasive Asian hornets.

Also in this episode:

Tesla suffers sales slump in 'unmitigated disaster' for billionaire
Billie Eilish and Nicki Minaj want stop to 'predatory' music AI
Galaxies become more chaotic as they age
Women with a lower heart rate could be more likely to commit crimes

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Diabetes: Thousands to receive ‘artificial pancreas’

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Thousands with Type 1 diabetes in England are to receive an 'artificial pancreas' in a world-first initiative being rolled out by the NHS.

TikTok launches a new feed dedicated to STEM - science, technology, engineering and mathematics - to engage young people in the fields.

Google set to delete billions of records from Incognito tracking.

Also in this episode:

Truth Social: Trump's DJT stock plummets a week after going public
Study aims to break link between brain injury and depression
Police to search deleted social media of woman accused of mushroom poisoning deaths
Protein found in water bears is shown to slow down human ageing
Why scientists say seagulls deserve more credit

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Ben Greenfield: The Human Guinea Pig (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 13:00:59 GMT

What is biohacking and are you already doing it without realising? Evgeny spends a day with the ‘world’s fittest man’, Ben Greenfield, to learn how exercise, diet and light contribute to wellness. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider.

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The tell-tale signs that ChatGPT wrote your essay

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Cambridge researchers find chatbot uses repetition and overuse of “however”. TikTok’s plans to crackdown on misinformation around elections. How human-driven climate change has slightly slowed the Earth's rotation. Elon Musk’s free X Premium offer. Also in this episode:

New image shows magnetic fields at edge of Milky Way’s central black hole
‘Game-changer’ test spots signs of motor neurone disease before symptoms
Can outdoor swimming reduce symptoms of depression?
Scientists train dogs to sniff out stress in human breath

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Up to eight million UK jobs at risk from AI

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

IPPR think tank predicts the worst and best-case scenario as AI takes over. Samsung S23 series to get new AI tools. Dubious eco-friendly toilet roll claims exposed by Which?. Also in this episode:

Exercising twice a week or more ‘significantly reduces risk of insomnia
Uber Eats driver wins payout over discriminatory facial recognition checks
Diabetes and alcohol ‘among most harmful controllable dementia risk factors’
How scientists are using AI to make beer taste even better

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Baltimore bridge crash “disaster waiting to happen”

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

UK structural engineer says Francis Scott Key Bridge potentially had insufficient protective structures. Florida bans children under 14 from social media. Dowden guarantees UK elections will be safe from Chinese cyber attacks. OpenAI releases short films made entirely with Sora. Also in this episode:

Bridge designer Ian Firth discusses the Baltimore Bridge collapse
Tougher action needed to combat copycat banking websites, says Which?
Statins could help fight gum disease, study suggests
The tiniest ‘starquake’ ever detected
Meet barbie pig and friends: never before seen life from the deep sea

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China accused of cyberattack on Britain

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Government accuses China of cyberattack on Electoral Commission. Baldur’s Gate 3 developer scraps DLC & sequel. Parents "coming to regard online harassment of girls as normal”. UK government taken to court for allowing overfishing. Also in this episode:

Charles Clover, co-founder of the Blue Marine Foundation explains overfishing
Scientists: Alcohol intake app Drink Less could cut down unhealthy drinking
Smart probe for oesophageal cancer diagnosis begins human trials
‘Winners and losers’ as global warming forces plants uphill
The liquid-lens sunglasses that transform into reading glasses.

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Why is Apple being sued over iPhone in US?

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:57:42 GMT

Apple is facing a US government lawsuit accusing the tech giant of creating an illegal monopoly that stifles competition for the iPhone. University of Birmingham PhD student Farzaneh Goli on leading a study examining how to improve robots' disassembly skills. ‘Milestone’ of man’s GM pig kidney transplant op.

Also in this episode:

London scientists developing lung cancer vaccine
World’s first anti-AI rules signed by 193 UN nations
Modern chemicals found in Roman & Vikings graves
Scrap car touchscreens for buttons, urge drivers

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Musk’s Neuralink brain chip inside paraplegic chess player

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk’s Neuralink has unveiled a clip showing a paraplegic man apparently using the company’s brain chip technology to play computer chess. World’s largest dolphin fossil found in Peruvian Amazon. AI tool ‘predicts future health conditions’. World War II museum deploys AI lets visitors ‘talk to real veterans’.

Also in this episode:

Smoking ‘may increase belly fat’
Climate change link to soaring Easter egg costs
Social media ‘fuelling Gen Z early mid-life crisis’
Facebook reprises ‘poke’ button.

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‘Princess Kate clinic breach’ probed by data watchdog

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Britain’s data watchdog is investigating after reports of unauthorised attempts to access medical records of the Princess of Wales at a private London hospital. Battle to remove WW2 warship’s toxic waste. ‘Ingredient of life’ found in Nasa’s Bennu asteroid. HIV cure hopes with gene-editing ‘scissors’.

Also in this episode:

Women ‘not comfortable’ sharing political opinions online
Gregg’s ‘hit by IT payment issues’
Archive of 12,000-year-old human brains
Salt ant vinegar...insect-flavour crisps?

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YouTuber MrBeast’s $5m Amazon reality prize

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

YouTube star MrBeast has signed a deal with Amazon for a reality game show featuring 1,000 contestants reportedly competing for $5 million. ‘Devil comet’ makes first appearance since 1950s. Samba drumming workshops to ease Parkinson’s symptoms.

Also in this episode:

China’s Huawei leads European patent filings
When is Earth Hour 2024 and how can you get involved?
Rise of BA's robot baggage handlers
How fridge magnets trigger holiday memories.

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Real ‘Terminator’ robot programmed with ChatGPT

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

ChatGPT has been installed inside a humanoid robot to offer a glimpse of humanity’s future living alongside the machines. ‘Bleeding’ 3D-printed heart trains transplant surgeons. Britain’s ‘flying taxis by 2030’. Iceland volcano erupts fountains of lava.

Also in this episode:

Dine on ‘edge of space’
Blood test to detect heart failure death risk
Climate security war game ‘to inform military planning’
World’s biggest blueberry size of ping-pong ball.

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Bryan Johnson: Turning Back Time (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 13:00:29 GMT

Evgeny meets ‘anti-ageing poster boy’ Bryan Johnson, the entrepreneur whose ‘Project Blueprint’ aims to extend the human lifespan. He also talks to the 46-year-old’s doctor Oliver Zolman, who details how they’re approaching a controversial area of emerging science. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider.

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TikTok appeals to US users to help stop ban

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The TikTok chief executive, Shou zi Chew, has appealed directly to US users to oppose the potential ban of the platform in America. SpaceX loses Starship, the biggest and most powerful spacecraft ever made.

McDonald’s hit by huge global outage leaving people unable to order.

Also in this episode:

Nothing Phone 2a: iPhone challenger breaks record
Giant volcano spanning 280 miles discovered on Mars
Ofcom says encountering violent online content starts at primary school
National Audit Office: Whitehall lacks the skills to implement AI
Is the Silent Hill 2 remake coming out in May?

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The science of happiness revealed

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Professor of developmental psychology at the University of Bristol, Bruce Hood, reveals the secrets to happiness, but explains why it does take work.

US House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide - as platform’s CEO says the move would 'take billions of dollars out of the pockets of creators'.

SpaceX to fire up world’s biggest rocket in huge test of Mars ambitions.

Also in this episode:

Menopause ‘may explain why some female whales live decades longer than others’
Scientists warn more research needed on effects of Wim Hof Method
Wildlife trust plans a rebrand for slugs and snails
The absolute worst time of day according to science

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Google’s AI chatbot restricts election questions

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Google restricts its AI chatbot Gemini’s election-related answers in an attempt to combat the spreading of defamation.

Cheetahs’ unrivalled speed may be explained by their ‘sweet spot’ size. David Labonte, senior lecturer in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London and lead author of the study explains why.

Plus, we hear from Nadège Aoki, one of the scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in the US, who are using underwater speakers to help restore degraded coral reefs.

Also in this episode:

Japanese rocket explodes into dramatic fireball just seconds after liftoff
GCHQ releases a puzzle to appeal to potential new recruits - can you solve it? Find out here
A Scottish dialect version of Wordle is scrapped after a legal threat from New York Times

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Airbnb bans security cameras inside rentals

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Airbnb is introducing a worldwide ban on security cameras inside rental properties from the end of next month.

The highly controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother have been detained in Romania after an arrest warrant was issued by the UK.

Experts call for action on medical devices prone to biases.

Also in this episode:

Bird flu virus found in king penguins as scientists fear global spread
Why piercings have been around much longer than we thought
Shells from Captain Cook’s third - and final - voyage ‘lost for 40 years’ saved from skip
US man gets parasitic worm in brain ‘likely from eating undercooked bacon’
Grand Theft Hamlet: A documentary about the strangest Shakespeare adaptation of all time

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Princess of Wales addresses ‘digitally altered’ image

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Kate, Princess of Wales, has released a statement after the controversy over an official image of her and her children that was released on Mother's Day.

Oscars 2024: The technology big winners.

Scientists look for signs of alien technology in a mysterious perfectly synchronised solar system.

Also in this episode:

Italians forced to cut back on Mediterranean cooking staple olive oil as prices skyrocket
Staff at Alan Turing Institute speak out after four men given top roles
NHS campaign warns of 'silent killer' of high blood pressure
Scientists find way to make gold from electronic waste
Sea of Thieves is the most preordered game on PlayStation

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EV ‘goes rogue’ on 90mph drive with no brakes

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Police convoy escorts rogue EV after 35-minute malfunction. Expert explains how space researchers plan to look for water-ice on Mars. Joe Biden wants to “ban AI voice impersonation.” Concerns about ‘mass die-offs’ of farmed salmon. Also in this episode:

The Open University's Dr Konstantin Stefanov describes their mission to find water-ice on Mars
Report warns Generative AI could ‘supercharge’ climate disinformation
Children of obese parents ‘six times more likely also to be obese in middle age’
Expert reveals how to understand your dog’s woofs and whines

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Woolly mammoth's return moves one step closer

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

We speak to Colossal Biosciences about their Jurassic Park-style woolly mammoth de-extinction mission which has passed a technical milestone. Genetic brain ‘switch’ identified that can control anxiety. Space-tourists warned about cosmic radiation exposure. World's oceans reach record temperature. Also in this episode:

Colossal's Eriona Hysolli and Professor George Church explain their stem cell breakthrough
Space weather expert Chris Rees on why more warnings are needed about cosmic radiation
Police to send drones as first responders to emergencies
Scientists: February 2024 was warmest on record globally
Bumblebees ‘teach others to solve puzzles that are too complex to learn alone’

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Sub-six hours sleep may raise type 2 diabetes risk

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Experts: a healthy diet can’t compensate for chronic sleep deprivation. ‘Technical issue’ blamed for Facebook & Instagram outage. Bafta games awards judge explains players choice shortlist. Arctic could see ‘ice-free’ days in next few years. Also in this episode:

Bafta games awards judge & Evening Standard journalist Vicky Jessop on the six games shortlisted for the players choice prize
Walking lowers early death risk even if rest of day spent sitting down
Experts: Menopause is not a disease
The electric muscle era is here: Dodge launches Charger Daytona EV

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Apple hit with £1.5m fine after Spotify spat

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Apple’s set to appeal the decision of the European Commission. ‘Mini organs’ grown from stem cells taken in late pregnancy. MacBook Air gets M3 chip upgrade. MrBeast’s message to creators: slow down! Also in this episode:

Professor Mattia Gerli from University College London explains the purpose of growing mini organs
Sweetened drinks linked to increased risk of irregular heartbeat
Nothing officially unveils Phone 2(a) smartphone
YouTuber creates portable versions of the Nintendo Wii

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How Covid ‘pandemic babies' developed allergy protection

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Gut bacteria analysis shows improved protection for lockdown newborns. Nintendo Switch 2: New console could arrive in March 2025. Microsoft-backed startup launches free AI chatbot. Killer whale versus great white shark caught on camera. Also in this episode:

New US-Russian crew heads to space station
MIT tests show high-temperature superconducting magnets are ready for fusion power
Spotify accuses Apple of scare tactics over new EU competition rules

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My Ayahuasca Journey (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Evgeny Lebedev describes his experience at a psychedelic retreat in Costa Rica where he encountered Ayahuasca, a plant-based brew used by indigenous healers. Psychedelics researcher Professor David Nutt, psychologist Bill Richards returns to the show to explain what’s happening to the mind when DMT is used and how some believe it can help with recovery from trauma.

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China’s ‘387mph floating train’

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:59:06 GMT

A train operator in China claims to have reached 387mph, a record top speed for railways - and there’s plans for the ‘T-Flight’ to go faster than a plane on a hyperloop track. The uncomplicated, analogue world of Paddington Bear is being catapulted into the digital realm with a new “immersive experience” in London. Could Nasa’s toppled moon lander Odysseus rise from dead?

Also in this episode:

More than a billion people ‘now obese’
Going to the (ch)Apple...groom wears Vision Pro
Patients sick from bad housing & pollution, say doctors
Thousands of moulting seals flop onto English beach.

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Russian rocket blasts Iranian satellite into orbit

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:56:23 GMT

Russian rocket launches Iranian satellite into orbit, highlighting increasingly close Moscow and Tehran cooperation. One dead, thousands without power in massive Texas wildfires. Hear haunting ‘banging’ sounds from doomed Titan sub hunt. Power of e-bikes ‘could double legally’.

Also in this episode:

World’s longest-lasting smartphone battery

Covid link to brain function problems

Why humans lost our tails 25m years ago

Astronomers link water and planets’ birth

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Parents’ fury over Wonka-themed AI shambles

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Parents were left furious after a Willy Wonka-themed ‘experience’ in Glasgow used artificial intelligence software to generate a magical world on-screen, which IRL was a damp squib. AI duel: Standard SEO editor Dan Cody challenges rival chatbots. The $118m photo set: Odysseus moon lander’s death throes.

Also in this episode:

PlayStation to shut down London Studio with 900 job cuts
Home Office probe over ‘bad phone data used as evidence’
Crack down urged on prisoners’ TikTok taunts
Hand-sized drone probes wrecked Fukushima nuclear reactor
Largest ancient crab fossil unearthed in New Zealand

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‘Systemic ageism’ link to cancer survival failures

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

University College London research finds Britain’s fallen behind on cancer survival amid claims “systemic ageism” means older patients may not receive lifesaving treatment. Control your phone with eyes & AI. Laptop’s transparent screen becomes augmented reality. Musk’s Cybertruck vs thief.

Also in this episode:

Mystery galaxy ‘like Milky Way’
Gut bacteria ‘link to inherited blindness’
Butterflies’ disguise to stop being eaten
Influencers in frame over sand dunes dig stunt.

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Latest on Nasa’s tipped-over Moon lander Odysseus

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science Daily podcast hears from Matthew Cosby, of Cornwall-based Goonhilly Earth Station, which is helping the toppled spacecraft beam data back to Earth - can the mission be saved? Privacy fears over satellite that can ‘zoom on anyone’s face from space’ First off-the-shelf AI-powered humanoid ‘Bezos bot’. Over 100 deep-sea species found three miles down.

Also in this episode:

New way to squeeze apples ‘may boost health benefits’
MuskMail me...would you sign up to new X email?
I’m your mint...George Michael’s new coin.

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Odysseus Moon lander makes history with south pole landing

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Intuitive Machines makes history with successful lunar south pole landing. Nasa’s final push to communicate with Voyager 1. The 240-million-year-old reptile likened to a Chinese dragon. How snakes hit the evolutionary jackpot. In this episode:

Linda Spilker from Nasa's Jet Propulsion Lab explains efforts to communicate with Voyager 1
Underlying cause of long COVID brain fog discovered by scientists
Barriers against Antarctic ice melt disappearing at the double
Scientists discover how bacteria pair up to boost their defence system

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Moon landing: Private spacecraft attempts to make history

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:00:36 GMT

A spacecraft is aiming to make history tonight by becoming the first private mission to land intact on the lunar surface - and be the first US Moon landing in 50 years since Apollo 17.

We’ve got all the big announcements from Nintendo Direct February 2024.

The five apps Android users are being told to delete immediately.

Also in this episode:

Alopecia: First ever treatment approved for NHS use marks 'monumental day’
Study finds ADHD may have emerged in humans as an evolutionary advantage
A dead satellite has crashed half a world away from where it should have landed
Scientists discover secret to how baleen whales sing underwater
ChatGPT has a meltdown
Your chance to travel to space by balloon

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Trident nuclear missile test fails second time in a row

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

A test launch of the UK’s Trident nuclear missile has ended in failure for the second time in a row.

We hear from one of the University of East London scientists behind a heart disease breakthrough - where they’ve grown a 'heart in a dish' using stem cells.

Nasa seeks US volunteers for a paid one-year ‘mission to Mars’.

Also in this episode:

WikiLeaks: Julian Assange’s wife addresses crowds outside the Royal Court of Justice
Elon Musk says human implanted with Neuralink brain chip 'can control computer mouse just by thinking'
Biggest snake species in the world discovered in Amazon rainforest
Study suggests red light can reduce blood glucose levels
Why using emojis or GIFs can help when delivering bad news at work

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Possible location of ninth planet in Solar System discovered

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Scientists have discovered the possible location of a ninth planet in our Solar System.

Out-of-control satellite hurtling towards Earth due to hit our atmosphere on Wednesday morning.

Freak winds in the Atlantic jet stream push commercial planes to supersonic speeds.

Also in this episode:

Study finds herpes infection may double dementia risk in older adults
Scientists puzzled by birds scoring as high as primates in cognitive tests
Research shows women benefit more from regular exercise than men
Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase announced for tomorrow
Notorious cybercrime gang Lockbit disrupted by NCA, FBI and international coalition

Research finds Brits have over 500 words for being drunk

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The end of mobile phones in schools?

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:00:22 GMT

Teachers get new guidance as ministers ‘ban’ mobile phones in schools.

New Airbnb rules to stop the ‘hollowing out’ of local communities.

Reports that EU ‘poised to fine Apple about 500 million euros’.

Also in this episode:

Walkers forced to trespass onto open access countryside
Tiny lab-made proteins ‘hold great promise’ to treat Alzheimer’s
Mushroom sprouting from live frog in India leaves scientists stunned
Sacked Twitter staff in Ghana finally get pay-off
Nintendo shares slide on reports of delayed Switch successor release

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David Nutt: The Psychedelic Renaissance (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:00:26 GMT

Could psychedelics be used to help tackle mental health issues like depression and addiction? In this preview episode of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev speaks to Professor David Nutt, one the leading researchers in this controversial field. He also speaks to Buzzfeed journalist Lara Parker who used ketamine assisted therapy to treat clinical depression.

To hear the whole interview, including additional interviews with pioneers Robin Carhart-Harris and Amanda Feilding, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

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OpenAI reveals Sora text-to-video AI tool

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The company behind ChatGPT reveals convincing AI-generated footage. Why Apple fans are already returning their Vision Pros. Could ultrasound waves help boost fertility? How VR is being used to teach kids about ocean health. In this episode:

Freddie Watson from the Blue Marine Foundation explains VR climate lessons for school children
Dr Mark R. Miller from the University of Edinburgh explains the use-cases for graphene after a study found it is not dangerous to human health
Researchers hail success of new treatment for hard-to-treat cancer
Soil microbes may hold the secret to a better-tasting cup of tea
Remains of ancient reptile found in Italian alps are mostly fake

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Odysseus Moon launch explained

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Moon lander launches successfully on Space X Falcon 9 - but what will it do when it lands? Why scientists have grown beef inside rice. Sadiq Khan: deepfake audio clips nearly caused ‘serious disorder’. Sony: No PS5 price cuts or major game sequels any time soon. Also in this episode:

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TikTok stars 'to warn migrants about crossing the Channel'

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Reports suggest influencers could be paid £5,000 for their posts. How close are we to getting solar-panel windows? Joe Biden makes his TikTok debut. What’s next for the 1,700-year-old egg discovered intact? Also in this episode:

Martin Deil, CEO of ClearVue Technologies explains the tech behind solar-windows
Archaeologist Brett Thorn explains more about the ancient Roman egg
Intuitive Machines’ private Moon mission delayed due to fuel issues
Apes like to playfully tease each other, scientists find
Social media helping young people read ‘proper’ books, says Waterstones chief

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Blood test predicts dementia ‘15 years before diagnosis’

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Scientists discover 11 key proteins for predicting the degenerative condition. New NASA spacesuit passes microgravity test. Amazon Prime’s new paywall to access Dolby Vision and Atmos. The secrets of gold discovered in ‘ground-breaking’ experiments. Also in this episode:

Professor Jianfeng Feng from Warwick University explains Dementia blood test
World’s migratory species under threat - UN report
Plant-based diet ‘linked to better sexual health in men with prostate cancer’
Researchers urged to take advantage of Horizon scheme
Scientists discover ancient egg dating back 1,700 years still has liquid inside

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Super Bowl 2024 adverts taken over by AI

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Minions, AI-generated images, and tools for the partially sighted revealed during the ads. Chinese scientists unveil AI child ‘TongTong’. Will water company bosses get their bonuses stopped over sewage spills? How TikTok is going all QVC. Also in this episode:

Second US company prepares to make Moon history after Peregrine’s failed mission
Google Bard becomes Gemini in AI-brand change
Vast personal library of Charles Darwin uncovered for the first time

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Risky world of sea pandas & blue whales

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science Daily podcast is joined from Chile by Darwin200 director Stewart McPherson to discuss whale conservation, drone tracking and health of the oceans. Lightning when volcanoes erupt ‘sparked life on Earth’. Disney unveils a virtual moving floor under development.

Also in this episode:

Record ‘worst year’ for cancer diagnosis
Supernova link to star dust creation
Four-legged robot as guide dog for blind people

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Viagra link to ‘lower odds of male Alzheimer’s’

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

A UCL study finds drugs commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Volcano on Iceland’s southwestern peninsula erupts for the second time this year. Disney/Fortnite plan ‘games universe’. Longest-living heart transplant patient breaks record.

Also in this episode:

How to (safely) watch total solar eclipse
January was ‘hottest ever’
What would AI do in nuclear apocalypse?
Government ‘should hire fraud experts after Covid cons’
Penguins peer as Royal Navy picks up Antarctic waste

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Sun explosion sparks Earth comms blackouts

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Solar blast causes sends a massive plume of energised particles through space at nearly a million miles per hour to trigger communications blackouts in Australia and South Asia. ‘Ancient ocean world’ origin of Nasa’s Bennu asteroid. Alert labels for AI pics on Facebook & Instagram. Child emergency mental health calls rise by 53 per cent.

Also in this episode:

Why have shark attacks doubled?
Sloth e-dating success as zoo welcomes baby
King Charles’ cancer: how scans reveal unexpected problems
Don’t wear Apple’s VR headsets while driving

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Supersized Hadron Collider to ‘reveal universe secrets’

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

A £17 billion successor to the Large Hadron Collider is being planned by Cern scientists to continue the work of the world’s largest particle accelerator. A 168 million-year-old pterosaur has been found in Scotland.

Also in this episode:

‘Hackers-for-hire’ targeted by UK cyber-spies
Low-tech, high stamina: 102-year-old RAF pilot’s Spitfire flight
Yandex: ‘Russia’s Google’ quits over Ukraine war row
Students’ AI deciphers Herculaneum scroll.

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Giant drones to scan Antarctica

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Twin-engine drones are being tested by the British Antarctic Survey to carry out research into global warming and marine ecosystems. Heightened avalanche risk from skiers & snowmobile adventurers. Obesity & rooting teeth alert for child health decline.

Also in this episode:

Mercury looks like ‘disco ball’ in new Nasa pics
Sponge test for oesophageal cancer diagnosis
‘Magnetic anomaly’ found under New Zealand lake
Nuke test ‘chemically fingerprints’ gin to beat fraud

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How Not To Die with Special Guests David Sinclair and David Walliams (Brave New World preview)

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 13:00:28 GMT

Is it possible to live forever – and would you even want to? Evgeny Lebedev is joined by David Walliams to explore the science and ethics of age reversal. He also meets longevity pioneer Dr David Sinclair, who gives advice on how to extend lifespans - and tells David Walliams how to reverse his biological clock.

This is a preview of our Brave New World series. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

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What to do if you’re the victim of a chemical attack

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Everything we know so far about the Clapham alkali attack, and St John Ambulance explains what to do if you ever witness, or are the victim of, a chemical attack.

A study suggests a malaria vaccine is highly effective in young children.

The secret to why some dogs live longer than others.

Also in this episode:

Amazon and Meta stocks surge after results, while Apple drops
Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg speaks out about her trial
Bedbugs scare at government office building
The most romantic love songs ranked, according to Spotify playlists

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Sony's PlayStation State of Play: All the big announcements

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The first PlayStation State of Play event of 2024 has taken place and we’ve got all the details. Some of the big announcements include; Until Dawn, Sonic x Shadow Generations, Death Stranding 2, and the latest instalment of the Silent Hill franchise.

We speak to Professor Oliver Lemon from the National Robotarium about the AI robots designed to assist the elderly in hospitals passing the testing phase with patients.

Why Harry Styles, Adele and Taylor Swift’s music could disappear from TikTok.

Also in this episode:

Nasa says a potentially hazardous asteroid is heading towards Earth
International expert panel for AI Safety report unveiled
Poll shows more than half of students used generative AI to help prepare assessments
The smelly cheeses facing extinction

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Judge rules Musk can’t keep $55bn Tesla pay package

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

A Delaware judge has ruled that Elon Musk cannot keep a $55 billion Tesla pay package.

UK musicians offered protections over royalties in a new streaming code of practice.

Researchers reveal why insects are attracted to lights.

Also in this episode:

New ‘hell chicken’ species upends understanding of dinosaur extinction
Daily servings of this popular Korean food may lower obesity risk in men
Microsoft quarterly gaming revenue up 49% following Activision purchase
How a bloody Mary can help fight off food poisoning
Some of the 118 new emojis coming to iOS 17.4
Sesame Street’s Elmo is inundated with feelings of existential dread online

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First human receives brain chip from Musk's Neuralink

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk says that the first human patient to receive a brain chip from his company Neuralink is recovering well.

Scientists say the Moon is actively shrinking and crumbling.

First evidence of Alzheimer’s being transmitted between humans in medical procedures is found.

Also in this episode:

Study finds link between having a dog and girls’ physical activity
‘Ancient lake’ discovered on Mars by Nasa’s Perseverance rover
New JWST images reveal galaxies in detail so stunning it’s ‘mind-blowing even for researchers’
England's hedges would go around Earth ten times
Merger between Amazon and Roomba maker iRobot collapses
The first pet-only musician to get a multi-million-dollar record deal

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Disposable vapes to be banned in the UK

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The government has announced that disposable vapes are to be banned in the UK to protect children's health.

Japan: Moon lander Slim comes back to life and resumes mission.

X blocks searches for Taylor Swift after explicit AI-generated images of her go viral.

Also in this episode:

The Sahara dust cloud heading to the UK
Why playing music could give you a sharper brain in older age
World's largest cruise ship sets sail from Miami but there are concerns over its methane emissions
This year’s solar eclipse set to block the sun out for over 30 million people
German company aims for rocket launch every month from Shetland Islands
Why rats love selfies too

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The Traitors: psychology of knowing who to trust

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The Faithful’s dilemma: why some facial features make you look more trustworthy. The brain cancer blood test that could speed up diagnosis and treatment. Apple begrudgingly accepts EU ruling on third party app stores. Also in this episode:

Ingenuity helicopter's Mars mission is over
The new weight-loss injection approved for the UK
Instagram’s ‘Flipside’ feature lets users create private profile
Astronomers spot ‘old smokers’ among hidden stars
Swapping shells for bottle caps: how Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish

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Netflix’s subscriber boost after password sharing crackdown

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Streaming platform nets 13 million subscribers in the final three months of 2023. NSPCC warning: young people calling Childline about AI deep fakes for the first time. Meat versus plants: what did our ancestors really eat more of? Also in this episode:

NSPCC CEO Sir Peter Wanless calls for better child protection ‘built in’ to AI models
Oxford Vaccine Group director says UK ‘unsafe’ from future pandemic threats
Treatments that improve mood could help those with Crohn’s and colitis
Study: Cold water swimming could be beneficial for menopause symptoms
World's first IVF rhino pregnancy 'could save species'

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Fake AI-generated Joe Biden voice tells people not to vote

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

White House confirms Joe Biden did not record ‘robocall’ message. Amazon fined in France for ‘excessive’ surveillance of workers. 11-year-old boy hears for the first time thanks to gene therapy. New planets discovered which could sustain life. Also in this episode:

‘Drip pricing’ set to be banned as part of online shopping reforms
Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight
Nintendo sets date to shut down online play for 3DS and Wii U
New emperor penguin colonies found by satellite

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Energy drinks ‘linked to insomnia’ in young people

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Study shows even a few energy drinks a week can impact your sleep. New hope for quicker, less invasive Alzheimer’s blood test. How to make your own music with TikTok. Why MrBeast is dishing out $200,000+ to his followers. Also in this episode:

Alzheimer Society’s Dr Richard Oakley on benefits of new blood test for diagnosis
Scientists to reveal if Doomsday clock is closer to midnight
Lawmakers say EU is set to allow draconian use of facial recognition tech
Pokémon parody Palworld hit with bugs

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Storm Isha creates flight diversion chaos

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Manchester to Dublin flight diverted to Paris as winds hit 99mph. DPD AI chatbot swears at customer and calls company ‘worst delivery firm’. Met Office CO2 warning over 1.5C target. Are Google searches getting worse? Also in this episode:

WhatsApp set to offer Airdrop alternative
UK scientists helping roll out world’s first routine malaria vaccine programme
Japan switches off its moon lander… but could it come back to life?
Surgeons develop 3D-printed liver models to plan complex cancer surgery

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Gabor Maté: Tackling Trauma (Brave New World Preview)

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 15:10:32 GMT

Previewing our Brave New World series, in which Evgeny Lebedev delves deep into the ideas of thought leaders, scientists, and intellectuals who are shaping the future and transforming our culture. Tune in each week for captivating interviews with some of the brightest minds of our time, and explore the realms of longevity, neuroscience, biohacking and psychedelics like never before. For the full version of this interview search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider.

Our first episode features Dr Gabor Maté, a renowned physician and best-selling author recognised for his ground-breaking work in the fields of addiction and mental health.

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The 15 million-year-old small cat

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Palaeontologists have discovered a new prehistoric cat species that roamed Spain about 15.5 million years ago. Mysterious object spotted in Milky Way. Countdown to Japan's ‘moon sniper’ lunar craft landing. Submersible scientists discover four new octopus species.

Also in this episode:

‘Deep flaws’ in generative artificial intelligence, says OpenAI boss Altman.
Did Covid kill people’s ‘happy hormones’?
Google’s first vast £800 million UK data centre
Doomsday Clock update - how close are warring humans to midnight?

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Secrets of ‘zero gravity’ space thriller I.S.S.

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:35:38 GMT

Oscar-winning actress Ariana DeBose reveals how zero gravity effect was achieved on Earth for new I.S.S. blockbuster. London’s Science Museum hosts exhibition of 23 ornate British-made 18th Century clocks snapped up by Chinese emperors. Countdown to doomed Peregrine Moon lander’s burn-up. King Charles’s prostate trouble raises awareness of condition.

Also in this episode:

Apple’s pulls two blood-monitor smartwatches after patent case loss
Virus-finding breakthrough heralds ‘faster pandemic reaction’.
Why little dogs ‘outlive bigger canines’.

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EV owners report ‘dead’ cars in -16C big freeze

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Nightmare for many owners of electric vehicles in America’s Midwest with batteries reported bricked in sub-zero big freeze. Circling battlefields of Ukraine at 34,000ft in France’s Nato spy plane. Period pain & menopause 2024 women's health priorities. Court tells Apple to offer new App Store pay choices.

Also in this episode:

Video gamers ‘risk permanent hearing loss and tinnitus’
London ‘unprepared for climate change effect’
China’s cloned rhesus monkey ‘alive for two years’

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Mystery of giant ancient volcano beneath Pacific

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:57:46 GMT

Scientists led by the University of Nevada Las Vegas have been investigating a vast dinosaur-era volcanic superstructure beneath the Pacific Ocean. Dr Dan McQuillan, an expert in the social impact of artificial intelligence from Goldsmiths University of London, on the devastating consequences of combining of human bureaucracy and ‘opaque’ AI. Birth of universe in sight through ‘oldest black hole’.

Also in this episode:

The real Innerspace...nanobot army treats men’s tumours
Child measles epidemic warning as parents shun vaccine
Discover what’s inside Bennu asteroid capsule
Alert for autonomous robot lawnmowers ‘killing hedgehogs.

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AI threat to 40% of global jobs, warns IMF

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The International Monetary Fund’s warning artificial intelligence is set to hit 40 per cent of jobs worldwide. Nasa unveils ‘quiet’ 925mph X-59 supersonic plane. Tech tycoons lead road to ‘first trillionaire’, as inequalities worsen - Oxfam report. Record-breaking Jamaican sprinting superstar Usain Bolt’s gone even quicker over 100 metres - in a Formula E car.

Also in this episode:

Broken Peregrine moon lander ‘on Earth crash course’
Cycle commute ‘boost to mental health’
Gamers play more Fortnite than combined GTA & CoD

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CES 2024: Hologram communication a reality

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Find out how hologram communication is now possible with a new innovation being demonstrated at CES 2024. Plus, the robot writing service that can use artificial intelligence to write all those cards and personal notes you can’t be bothered to do.

The discovery of a gargantuan ring structure ‘challenges our understanding of the universe’.

A study suggests that a new dinosaur species may be the closest known relative of T. rex

Also in this episode:

AI says our fingerprints may not be unique
eBay to pay $3m fine over employees who sent live spiders and cockroaches to couple's home
Met Office warns of disruptive snow in -10C freeze as Britain remains on flood alert
Huge lost ancient city found in the Amazon
Google Maps glitch tries to send multiple drivers down steps in Edinburgh

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‘Fujitsu should pay over the Post Office Horizon scandal’

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The Justice Secretary says that Fujitsu may have to repay ‘fortune’ spent on the Post Office/ Horizon software scandal - as the inquiry resumes today.

More from CES 2024: AI robotic masseuses, gym leggings that shock you into getting fit, instant ice cream in a can, and a robot barista that can make ‘the perfect cup of coffee’.

Sony bets on Metaverse with a new mixed reality headset.

Also in this episode:

Amazon slashes jobs at Twitch, MGM and Prime Video
Study finds watching others visibly dislike vegetables may make you dislike them too
Highly infectious form of bird flu confirmed for first time in Antarctic seals
Scientists test world-first Nipah virus vaccine
Kew Gardens names mysterious plants and fungi new to science
Why sperm whales can take over an hour to decide on whether to turn

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CES 2024: AI home robots, toothbrushes & cat flaps

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Our tech reporter, Saqib Shah, reveals all the standout products so far from CES 2024 in Las Vegas. Highlights so far include; AI home robots, AI assistants and 3D monitors.

Nasa delays Artemis Moon missions as it works to learn from test flights and waits for better technology to be developed.

Scientists make a discovery which could alter our understanding of dark energy & the universe. We hear from Professor Mark Sullivan from the University of Southampton and one of the scientists involved in the Dark Energy Survey which uncovered the findings.

Also in this episode:

New DNA test ‘can detect 18 different types of early stage cancers’
‘World's first pothole-preventing robot’ to be tested on roads in Hertfordshire
Weird & wonderful innovations from CES 2024 including singing toothbrushes & AI cat flaps

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CES 2024: Transparent TVs, AI fridges & more

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

We’ve got all the big announcements ahead of the annual CES technology convention as it officially kicks off in Las Vegas. Some of the big headlines already include AI cars, fridges and mirrors - as well as ‘the world’s first wireless transparent TV’.

Loose bolts found on grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes after Alaska Airlines incident - as a missing iPhone from the plane is discovered believed to have survived the 16,000 foot drop

Also in this episode:

Peregrine: Spacecraft attempting first American moon landing in 50 years has probably failed
Apple’s Vision Pro mixed reality headset gets a release date
ChatGPT company OpenAI ‘pleads to the British parliament’ to allow it to use copyrighted works for free - as firm says it’s impossible to train the technology without this data
Brain region behind romantic love ‘activation’ discovered

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First US Moon lander since Apollo blasts off

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Peregrine Mission One has blasted off from Cape Canaveral in Florida. If all goes to plan, the spacecraft will be the first US mission to land on the Moon since 1972 - and the first ever by a private company.

Ministers will meet to discuss the Post Office/ Horizon software scandal after ITV drama thrust the topic back into the spotlight.

Investigators say Alaska Airlines plane ‘had warnings’ days before mid-air blowout.

Also in this episode:

Heavy snow on the way as Met Office forecasts week-long cold snap
Record 33.6 million gamers logged into Steam in 24 hours
Why smartphones in the workplace could reduce stress
BT Group launches pilot to convert telecom street cabinets into EV chargers
Could dinosaurs be the reason behind why humans age fast?

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Water on the Moon: the UK-made device set for lunar surface

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The Peregrine moon mission aiming to discover how water molecules may move around the Moon. How to turn your iPhone into a Blackberry. Extreme flooding to impact UK for ‘up to five days’. OpenAI set to open GTP store next week. Also in this episode:

Dr Simeon Barber from the Open University explains their hopes for the Peregrine Moon mission
Updated images show true colours of Uranus and Neptune
Tesla and Samsung team up to offer smart home collab
ChatGPT could soon replace your Google Assistant on Android phone

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A little more digitisation...London’s Elvis hologram concert

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The King is back…in hologram form for London AI concert. The heart vest that can predict risk of sudden cardiac arrest in five minutes. The ants that recognise infected wounds and treat them. Does whisky hold the key to powering our future? Also in this episode:

Dr Matthew Webber from UCL explains the benefits of the ECGI heart vest
Satellite mapping reveals extensive industrial activity at sea
Scientists discover ancient predators called ‘terror beast’ worms

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What to expect from Samsung S24’s Galaxy AI

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

What will Samsung’s built-in AI actually do on the S24? Redditors tell Google what they want from Bard AI. Will facial recognition replace passports at UK airports? 2023 the second warmest year on record for the UK. After 34 years, someone has finally beaten Tetris. Also in this episode:

Tech reporter Saqib Shah reveals the potential benefits of Samsung’s S24 AI
MPs call for ex-Covid mega lab to become antibiotic resistance research site
‘Teenage T. rex’ fossils ‘are a different dinosaur species’
US teenager becomes first human to ‘beat’ Tetris on NES

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Will AI influence your banking decisions?

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT

AI to make more decisions on bank users' finances. Terrorism expert: new laws needed to tackle chatbots that radicalise users. The headband that stops you grinding your teeth. When are ads coming to Amazon Prime? Also in this episode:

Boots and Superdrug hoping to offer in-store covid jabs.
Scientists devise ‘new and easier’ way to identify habitable exoplanets
Molecule ‘shows promise’ as effective first line of prostate cancer treatment
Colossal pliosaur sea monster skull on display in Dorset

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What’s to come from AI in 2024?

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 13:00:33 GMT

Writer of the weekly AI newsletter Inside My Head, Linus Ekenstam, discusses the evolution of artificial intelligence in 2023, the dangers it poses in 2024, and how the technology will get even better over the next 12 months. In this episode:

How AI is skewing the definition of a photograph
How people are using AI day-to-day to boost productivity
The risks posed by deep fakes and misinformation in the 2024 elections
Can humanity survive an AI takeover?
How AI will become more integrated into smartphones
The best thing we can do to get ahead of the game on AI

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2023's best games, and what's to come in 2024

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 13:00:38 GMT

Was Baldur's Gate 3 the best game of 2023? What Rockstar's 'locomotive technology' patent means for GTA VI. The 2024 game that promises an open world as big as the earth. Will we see AI-powered NPCs next year? Our Culture Writer and gaming reporter Vicky Jessop talks through the gaming highlights of 2023, which titles to look out for next year, and how tech could boost gaming over the next 12 months. In this episode:

Vicky's pick of 2023's best games
The games tipped to win big at the Bafta Games awards
Why 2023 was the year of the remakes
Microsoft's Activision Blizzard takeover: why more acquisitions are likely
The top games coming in 2024

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Water-powered hybrid moon rockets...from London

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 13:00:04 GMT

In this special episode of The Standard’s Tech & Science Daily podcast, we’ll learn how a start-up has built a tiny bit of outer space, here on terra firma inside - but why?

The high-pressure vacuum chamber lets London space engineering expert Ashley Johnson, CEO of Applied Atomics, and his team develop what’s believed to be the world’s first chemical/electric-powered, water-fuelled hybrid rocket engine.

Now they’re building a spacecraft prototype in the hope of cutting costs for moon missions - and in future scaling the system to nuclear propulsion.

Mark Blunden reports from the Applied Atomics test facility.

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British teen sentenced for Grand Theft Auto VI hack

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

18-year-old Arion Kurtaj from Oxford was a "key player" in the international gang Lapsus$ - and carried out a hacking spree against major tech firms including Rockstar Games. He’s been sentenced to an indefinite hospital order.

How to watch the International Space Station fly over London on Christmas Day.

The most sought-after gadgets for Christmas 2023 revealed

Also in this episode:

SpaceX readies for next Starship launch with huge test of Mars-bound rocket
Discovery of new material is ‘giant leap’ towards clean energy production and colonisation of Mars
New polar bear-inspired jumper keeps wearer warm in extreme cold at fraction of thickness
Airbnb using AI to block New Year’s Eve party bookings
Five new soft-furred hedgehog species discovered
Santa gets all-clear to enter UK airspace for Christmas

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Bill Gates’s AI predictions for 2024

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Gates: Artificial intelligence to support new vaccines, tackle antimicrobial resistance and give every pupil their own personal tutor. The simulator testing nuclear asteroid deterrent. Toyota recalls more than 1 million vehicles over potential airbag fault. Also in this episode:

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Iceland volcano eruption ‘could last for months’

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Experts warn the Iceland volcano eruption could last 'for months'. It comes as the Icelandic Met Office issues an air pollution warning for the country’s capital, Reykjavik.

Authorities say they are nearing the end of Gansu earthquake rescues. We hear from the British Geological Survey about how AI is helping monitor quakes.

The busiest day online ever? Why Boxing Day 2023 is expected to break records

Also in this episode:

Death bot: New AI can ‘predict people’s time of death with high degree of accuracy’
Former Apple worker issues warning over ‘simple mistake that’s killing our batteries’
Humans have ‘wiped out twice as many bird species as previously thought’
Taters, the cat famous throughout the galaxy

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Iceland volcano: Lava sent 100m into the air

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula “does not present a threat to life”. Google’s UK Bard AI update: What Gemini can do. Boots expected to launch 'AI personal shopper'. The Christmas veggies that may cut your cancer risk. Also in this episode:

6.2 magnitude earthquake hits northern China
TomTom joins forces with Microsoft to bring Generative AI into cars
Reanalysis of human fossils has changed our history of human evolution
Scottish climate changing faster than expected

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Spaceport gets green light for UK’s first vertical rocket launch

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Shetlands-based SaxaVord preparing for 30 launches in 2024. Meat alternatives: Could algae burgers soon be on our menus? The bricks that can absorb traffic noise. Reindeer’s vision superpower revealed. Also in this episode:

Blue Origin to livestream its first launch in over a year
MrBeast’s analytics platform ViewStats is out in beta
Scottish pupils: wellbeing has improved since school mobile classroom ban
How Reindeer use night vision during the winter

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Baldur's Gate 3 tops Bafta Game Awards nominations

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Baldur’s Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy and Legend of Zelda up for prizes - but Starfield falls short of expectations. Next iPhone update to include 'Stolen Device Protection’. Naughty Dog cancels its The Last of Us multiplayer game. The best Christmas songs to fall asleep to…according to science. Also in this episode:

Voyager 1 stops communicating with Earth
Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok
Study finds cats like to play fetch too
Seagrass seeds trial in Kent to restore the Thames’ underwater meadows

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Is a treatment for pregnancy sickness on its way?

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Researchers pinpoint the hormone responsible for nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. Are we one step closer to a male contraceptive pill? Tesla recalls more than two million cars in the US over autopilot concerns. In this episode:

Professor Sir Stephen O’Rahilly explains potential treatment for morning sickness
How to watch the Geminids meteor shower on Thursday night
Threads will let you push fact-checked posts further down your feed
Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond
Revealed: the cost of replacing the Tesla Cybertruck’s infamous windscreen wiper

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COP28 deal ‘significant step’ towards decarbonisation

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:01:56 GMT

COP28 agreement: the good, the bad, and the alleged 'loopholes'. Disposable vapes “can be recharged hundreds of times”. Tesla reveals new Optimus Gen 2 robot. UK unprepared for ransomware attack says committee. In this episode:

Sustainability expert Juliet Kinsman examines the COP28 agreement
Professor Paul Shearing on the wrong batteries being used for disposable vapes
Annual gaming event E3 cancelled forever
King’s coronation among top queries for Amazon’s Alexa in 2023

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Fortnite developer's legal win over Google explained

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Why the legal case could have implications for Xbox, Playstation and Steam. COP28: Will a fresh climate plan be agreed? Why scientists want more emojis. Why saying ‘no’ to that invitation might not be as bad as you think.. In this episode:

Tech reporter Andrew Williams explains Epic Games’s legal win over Google
Sustainable Travel expert Juliet Kinsman discusses proposed COP28 plan
Ofcom plans ban on inflation-linked mobile and broadband contracts
Can labelling changes convince more to go meatless?

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Asian tiger mosquitoes warning for UK

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

UKSHA officials warn the tropical mosquitoes could be common in the UK by 2040. How AI and satellites are tracking methane emissions. FTC warning: Be sceptical about QR codes. The UK’s top Google searches of 2023 revealed. In this episode:

Kayrros’s Antoine Rostand explains the online map showing real-time methane levels
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has X account reinstated after Elon’s poll
Arm CEO fears humans could lose control of AI
Huge Pliosaur skull found on the Dorset coast to feature in David Attenborough series
Study: Carnivores in zoos react positively to improvements to their enclosures

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The Tech Behind Food Banks (A Winter Survival Appeal Special)

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:21:07 GMT

This is a special edition of the Standard’s Tech and Science Daily, in support of the Evening Standard's Christmas campaign with Comic Relief.

Our Winter Survival Appeal is raising funds to help those being worst affected by the cost of living crisis. To find out more go to standard.co.uk or to donate go to comicrelief.com/wintersurvival

If you think running a food bank is just about filling shelves, you may be surprised to learn there's a huge amount of tech powering the entire operation.

In this episode we talk to Carl Hawkes, the head of network support at Fareshare. It's a food redistribution organisation that supplies charities around the UK and is pioneering the use of big data to make their operation more efficient.

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Hunting Boris Johnson’s lost Covid WhatsApps

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

At Britain’s Covid inquiry, former PM Boris Johnson answered questions on the mystery surrounding 5,000 WhatsApp messages missing from an old phone at the height of the pandemic. The man who revealed Neil Armstrong’s face in digitised moon footage. Alert over fake GTA VI download malware.

Also in this episode:

Tube passengers...saying ‘good morning’ to strangers boosts wellness
Most viewed Wiki pages of 2023 revealed
Cleaning robot ideal for teens - picks up clothes
The Robot Grigio is excellent...rise of AI sommelier

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Tom Hanks on 'art' of Apollo moon landings

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Double Oscar-winner Tom Hanks tells the Standard how watching Nasa's Apollo missions as a boy in the 1960s inspired his lifelong fascination with space. Giant hole in sun blasts Earth with solar radiation. Mouse in the mirror: inked rodents recognise themselves.

Also in this episode:

Cancer-struck grandmother’s 3D-printed face surgery
Why 2010s were ‘hottest decade on record’
GTA VI trailer breaks 24-hour YouTube views record
Stings like a droid...man ‘fights’ humanoid robot

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GTA VI revealed with first female lead

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI has been released by Rockstar Games 24 hours early after a leak. YouTuber who staged plane crash jailed. Mum fights back to protect daughter from AI fakes.

Also in this episode:

‘Monster’ deep space galaxy is star nursery
Crazy Nights end for Kiss...but band rocks on as holograms
That’s a lot of EV batteries...US lake’s lithium bonanza
Cops after EV blast: don’t use toaster to warm battery

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Advancing Sam Altman’s ‘doomsday AI project’

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Sacked and re-hired founder of OpenAI has fuelled speculation around what’s reportedly a super-powerful, secret artificial intelligence programme - codename: Q*. GTA VI countdown begins. ‘Five months of redundancy’ pay for culled Spotify staff. SpaceX launches South Korean army spy satellite.

Also in this episode:

School smartphone bans fight cyberbullying
Elderly dog owners’ link to beat dementia
Hear how penguin parents nap to protect chicks
Social media snipes at Trafalgar Square Christmas tree

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King Charles: 'Hope of the world on COP28's shoulders'

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT

King Charles III warns world leaders at COP28 in Dubai that the “hope of the world” rests on the summit’s shoulders.

A massive solar storm is predicted to hit Earth today and there’s a danger of radio and internet blackouts.

Scientists have found a planet that basically ‘shouldn’t exist’.

Also in this episode:

Cristiano Ronaldo faces $1bn lawsuit after launching NFT collection
Speaking to babies in sing-song speech ‘helps them learn language’
Tesla Cybertruck: Elon Musk hands over the first trucks to customers - but quietly doubles its starting price
TikTok: US judge blocks Montana's ban citing free speech
The dog that tracked down a species not seen for 80 years

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COP28: World’s ‘most important’ climate summit begins

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

World leaders have gathered in Dubai for COP28 but can a climate summit in an oil state facilitate change?

Spotify Wrapped 2023 has landed and this time it’ll assign you a ‘sound town’ based on your musical taste.

Apple and Google name their apps and games of the year - and there’s a surprising omission.

Elon Musk’s choice words for X advertisers.

Also in this episode:

Study finds PrEP, the preventative HIV drug ‘highly effective’
Disc vital to forming stars and planets found outside Milky Way in astronomical first
Edinburgh Zoo pandas say bye to the UK

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Iconic London black cabs to be available on Uber

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

London black cabs will be available to order through Uber from early next year.

England is to get a new national park as part of a government nature plan, and Amazon is launching an artificial intelligence business chatbot named Q.

Also in this episode:

Mobile phone & broadband providers are ‘set to rake in almost half a billion pounds from 2024 mid-contract price hikes’
England’s only bottlenose dolphin pod at risk of extinction because of pollution
Online and phone GP appointments can miss easy diagnoses and ‘put patients at risk’
Psychologist gives his verdict on TikTok’s £4 anti-anxiety hack
The online passwords most likely to get you hacked

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Transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels takes off

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The first-of-its-kind Boeing 787 has been filled with 50 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuels.

Nasa delivers a 'teaspoonful’ of asteroid Bennu to UK researchers.

Swine flu: “No need to panic yet” says top scientist as UK detects first human case of new strain.

Also in this episode:

Stop funding fossil fuels with pensions, says Olivia Colman in new advert
Study shows young people the biggest users of generative AI - and some adults don’t know what it even is
Charity says at least 20,000 lives a year could be saved by 2040 if UK adopts ‘bold new cancer plan’

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Cyber Monday 2023: UK’s busiest ever shopping day?

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Experts predict the UK economy will get a boost from ‘busiest ever shopping day’ on Cyber Monday 2023.

The Standard’s Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, explains the latest from China after officials insist they have not detected any “unusual or novel diseases”. It comes after a spike in respiratory illnesses and clusters of pneumonia in children.

New Zealand smoking ban: Health experts criticise new government's shock reversal.

Also in this episode:

Disabled astronaut’s prosthetic leg tested amid poison fears for space station
Mutated gene thought to exist in just 4% of people could ‘help tackle obesity’
More than 100 climate change activists arrested amid two-day blockade of the world’s largest coal port in Australia
Call of Duty Black Ops ‘will return in 2024, set in early 90s Gulf War’

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How Black Friday sales hurt our planet

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Black Friday’s relentless smartphone advertising, and why annual upgrades harm the Earth. WHO asks China for answers about a mystery outbreak of respiratory illness. The quick way to boost brain power after a bad night’s sleep. The AI that watches Youtube for you. Also in this episode:

World's biggest iceberg is on the move after 30 years
Astronomers detect mysterious high-energy particle falling to Earth from space
Peloton CEO apologises after Thanksgiving world record attempt fails
Study: 20 minutes of exercise can boost brain power after bad night’s sleep
UK to build new instrument to aid search for life on Mars

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Reports OpenAI breakthrough 'could threaten humanity'

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Reports Open AI staff warned board of ‘super intelligent AI’. 1/3 of Brits are ‘in the dark’ on Vitamin D requirement. The cancer-fighting nutrient found in beef and dairy. Amazon’s free AI courses. Also in this episode:

Dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton on Vitamin D benefits and requirements
Aftershocks can occur decades to centuries on from original earthquakes
Amazon launches free AI courses
Blue whales return to 'safe' tropical haven
Original animatronic ET head goes to auction

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Sam Altman’s dramatic return to OpenAI

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Ex-Open AI CEO secures deal in principle to return to his role. The bank card that lets you fund scientific research. How Sony’s tackling fake AI images. Why Google Maps users are upset with app changes. Also in this episode:

Binance CEO steps down and pleads guilty to criminal charges
Science Card CEO Daniel Baeriswyl on supporting cancer research
NASA gets closer to laser-based deep space communication
Birth of rhino calf caught on camera

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Global daily temperature warning as 2C threshold breached

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Fresh warning as daily global average temperature reaches more than 2 degrees above the pre-industrial norm for autumn. Elon Musk sues watchdog group after major companies pull ads from X. Is it game over for the London MSG sphere? Revealed: The reason drinkers can get a ‘red wine headache’. Also in this episode:

Apple Vision Pro release date: later than first thought
UK to build new satellite to help monitor climate change
MPs warn EV battery production needs to ramp up to prevent decline of UK car industry
The bat that uses its penis as an ‘arm’ during sex
Revealed: The reason drinkers can get a ‘red wine headache’

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Sam Altman’s OpenAI drama explained

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Sam Altman's weekend drama: sacked by OpenAI, then hired by Microsoft. Tech reporter Mary-Ann Russon’s thoughts on the Sam Altman saga. Police to trial drone tech in the UK. The music that can ward off killer whale attacks. Also in this episode:

Young Brits use AI chatbots for school and work
National Trust warns climate change is ‘biggest threat’ to UK heritage
Film, music and publishing bosses discuss risks of AI with Government
Blackpink to perform first ever virtual reality concert on Meta

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Extinct woolly mammoths DNA ‘rebirth’ plan

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Scientists reckon the woolly mammoth could be reborn using cloned DNA and an elephant surrogate - despite the species dying out 4,000 years ago. 3D-Printing a new robotic hand - bones included. Space Force secretive X-37B plane launch.

Do not push the button...fear nuke war ‘would kill 300 million’. Also in this episode:

Inside Sweden’s huge recycling HQ
Train app’s missing people appeals
Leonid meteor shower to light up night sky
Attenborough on rare tragopan bird’s colourful dance

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Painkiller overuse in childhood linked to poor mental health

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Researchers warn of poor mental health and addiction later in life. Will Iceland face decades of volcanic instability? The AI tech to help police detect knives. Why ‘hallucinate’ is the Cambridge Dictionary word of the year 2023. Also in this episode:

Astronomers observe ‘fluffy’ planet where it rains sand droplets
Threads begins testing hashtags & trending topics
Rise in employers using AI to help recruit university graduates
Adobe’s AI tool designed to break apart messy audio

Learn more about Iceland's earthquakes here, and see the 'fluffy planet' for yourself here.

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Get ready for artificial ‘superintelligence’

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:59:28 GMT

The boss of the artificial intelligence company co-founded by Elon Musk says they’re working on the next frontier in AI - “superintelligence” that’s as clever as humans. James Webb Space Telescope spots two of furthest galaxies - magnified by gravity. YouTube to label AI-made content.

Also in this episode:

How much Google pays for Apple ads
TikTok banned in Nepal for ‘disrupting social harmony’
Growing crops in moon soil
Cute klaxon for rescued mountain lion cubs

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Iceland volcano: living on the edge of eruption

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:13:00 GMT

Latest from earthquake-hit Reykjavík with photographer Kyana Sue Powers as Iceland braces for volcano eruption. Oxygen on Mars ‘synthesised by AI chemist’. ‘Last of Us’ fungus pandemic warning. Eating berries link ‘to cut dementia risk’. Also in this episode:

Tycoon’s $200 million grant to hunt aliens
XL Bully dog ban register
King’s pioneering ways to restore Balmoral river
Kiltmaking AI designs official Scottish tartan

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Toolbox ‘dropped’ on ISS astronauts’ spacewalk

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Nightmare at nearly 250 miles above Earth as ISS astronauts on a spacewalk accidentally drop their toolbox. Iceland volcano: Thousands flee over eruption fears. ‘Russian hackers link’ to huge US state breach. How a beer brewers adapt to climate change.

Also in this episode:

Inspector Gadget-style phone's beamed onto palm of hand

Call of Duty (nearly) breaks internet with web surge

'Actual intelligence'...supermarket dumps self-service

Rome’s Colosseum as seen in ancient heyday

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World’s first eye transplant

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

US electrical worker Aaron James, 46, receives world’s first eye transplant and new facial features after losing an eye, arm and half his face while servicing deadly super-voltage power lines. Oldest black hole ‘born just 470 million years after Big Bang’. South Korea factory robot ‘crushes man to death’. ‘Mixed DNA’ of China’s lab-grown ‘chimeric monkey’. Also in this episode:

Volcano eruption gives birth to new Pacific island
Tiny activities ‘better than sitting for body’
Death risk ‘from fewer friends and family visits’
First pictures of adorable dino-era echidna feared extinct

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Grand Theft Auto VI: It’s happening

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

What we know about the next instalment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise, with Standard gaming writer Vicky Jessop. Blood test hope for Alzheimer’s. ‘Friend list’ ban to fight social media child abuse. ‘Two million species’ face extinction.

Also in this episode:

Oxygen found in deadly atmosphere of Venus
AI robot lawyers ink first contract
How smartphones know you’re drunk
Bad grammar triggers body’s ‘fight or flight’ response

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‘Exquisite’ photo detail of Esa’s 3D colour galaxies

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The European Space Agency has released a series of photographs detailing the universe, snapped by the telescope on Esa’s Euclid probe. Why a good breeze is crucial for health - with airborne pathogens expert Professor Cath Noakes of Leeds University. ‘Catastrophic ecosystem collapse’ ranked top fear for UK forests. Prince William: Unite to fight poaching menace. Also in this episode:

Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda live-action film
How ‘vampire viruses’ work
‘Million tons of plastic’ leaking into oceans
Cops’ chopper spots rare full-circle rainbow

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NHS breast cancer drug ‘reduces risk’

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Almost 300,000 women in England will be offered anastrozole in a bid to reduce their risk of developing breast cancer. WeWork US bankruptcy with nearly $20 billion debts. Spinal pulse implants helps Parkinson’s patients walk again. Also in this episode:

New womb cancer test ‘helps pain and anxiety’
Under-10s hospitalised with vaping sickness
No early costings for UK lockdown, says former Treasury economist
Does ‘shipwreck Holy Grail’ hold $20 billion treasure?

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‘Witty’ social AI chatbot to power Musk’s X

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk announces artificial intelligence will being integrate into social network X using a conversational bot called Grok, with software inspired by Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Nasa's Bennu asteroid display at Smithsonian. Survey of coastal cities at sinking risk from rising sea levels. These steps ‘slow ageing by six years’.

Also in this episode:

Could Star Wars tractor beams solve space junk?
Why flu’s easier to treat than cancer
Covid-style lateral flow test fights brain tumours
Bank’s chatbot answers: Can I speak to the (AI) manager?

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Rishi & Elon’s ‘bonkers’ AI interview

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Rishi Sunak interviews Elon Musk: the dangers of humanoid robots, AI taking our jobs, and how artificial intelligence can be your friend. FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried guilty of defrauding crypto customers. What chimpanzee’s have in common with Obi-Wan Kenobi. How AI helped the Beatles release a new song. Also in this episode:

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Sunak: AI risks could be similar scale to pandemics & nuclear war

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk is set for Downing Street talks with Rishi Sunak today following the AI safety summit. It’s after the Prime Minister said “we can’t be certain” about the risks of artificial intelligence, but there is a possibility they could be on a similar scale to pandemics and nuclear war.

Scientists say relics of an alien planet might be under our feet and Nasa astronauts conduct the 4th-ever all-female spacewalk.

Also in this episode:

Scarlett Johansson takes legal action against AI app that used her likeness ‘without permission’
Starfish bodies may more closely resemble a head, study suggests
Users left confused by mystery TikTok Tako message
Survey of editors finds big tech poses ‘existential threat’ to UK journalism
How an AI voice filter can let you snack in silence in online meetings

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Can Rishi Sunak’s global summit solve AI problems?

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:05:38 GMT

Elon Musk & ChatGPT boss attend Rishi Sunak’s global artificial intelligence summit. It’s as the UK pledges £38 million for AI projects including labs in Africa.

Scientists make the biggest simulation of our cosmos ever - with the mass of 300 billion galaxies.

Chinese researchers say that some children born deaf in the country have finally been able to hear after breakthrough gene therapy.

Also in this episode:

What your cat is really trying to say
Giza Great Sphinx likely sculpted by wind long before ancient Egyptian artists gave it form
A study suggests mobile phone use may affect semen quality
Why even our bodies hate bad grammar

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Apple’s fastest iMac & MacBook Pro models yet

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Apple unveils its fastest iMac and MacBook Pro models yet. The Standard’s David Phelan was given a special invite to check out the new products.

Elon Musk is expected to attend Rishi Sunak’s artificial intelligence summit in the UK.

Can humans get pregnant in space? Scientists are one step closer to finding out.

Also in this episode:

Storm Ciarán latest: Met Office issues ‘danger to life’ warning as Northern Ireland battered by flooding
Study suggests getting angry may help you achieve your goals
Tour operator guilty over White Island volcano disaster that killed 22 people
Facebook and Instagram launch ad-free subscription tier in EU
We finally have some information about GTA 6

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Uranus infrared aurora ‘highlights need for space mission’

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Infrared aurora has been detected on Uranus. University of Leicester scientist, Emma Thomas, explains why now’s the time for a “much needed” mission to the distant planet.

What we know about Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ event.

Storm Ciaran set to bring strong winds and heavy downpours to parts of the UK.

We dig deeper and speak to Imperial College London about their research on how we feel touch – and why it could help understand inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema.

Elon Musk to make misinformation on X ineligible to revenue share.

Happy Birthday Call of Duty – the Standard’s gaming journalist, Stuart Andrews, on the secret to the games’ enduring popularity.

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Inside Elon Musk's ‘damaging’ first year at X

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Sackings, a rebrand and paid-for verification: Elon Musk’s first year at X reviewed. Can Twitter's successor survive in the long term? Consumer group Which? uses ChatGPT to create spam PayPal emails. How Meta’s spicing things up on Threads. Intel’s banging new hold music… In this episode:

Social media expert Matt Navarra discusses Elon’s first year owning Twitter
Our tech correspondent Simon Hunt examines the future of X
Charities celebrate as Online Safety Bill finally becomes law
Ford hits the brakes on $12 billion in EV spending
Rocket company given £3.5m ahead of Shetland space launch
Intel reveals new hip-hop hold music

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Sunak on AI: nuclear fusion, terror threat & UK supercomputer

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

PM’s AI aims: British AI safety institute, boosting productivity and nuclear fusion. Plus government supercomputer 'thousands of times faster than home PCs' ...and even quicker quantums. New evidence reignites the life of Mars question. The phone which lets you open apps with your eyes. In this episode:

Paolo Sossi from ETH Zurich explains Mars liquid core mystery
Massive space explosion observed creating elements needed for life
Ofcom boss: Online Safety Bill close to becoming law
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella admits giving up on Windows Phone was a mistake
NASA struggles with the lid on new asteroid sample
Honor reveals new smartphone with eye-tracking tech

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Could Tim Peake return to ISS to lead Brit space squad?

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The commercially funded mission to carry out microgravity experiments. Could Tim Peake head up the all-UK team? Autonomous vehicles being pulled from San Francisco. The daily exercise required to offset the effects of sitting. Revealed: how music really does soothe your pain. In this episode:

UK Space Agency’s Professor Anu Ohja explains deal with Axiom Space
California suspends GM Cruise's driverless cars over safety risk
22 minutes of exercise per day ‘can offset negative impact of sitting down’
ChatGPT and other chatbots 'could be used to help launch cyberattacks', study warns
Details reveal The Humane AI Pin device runs ChatGPT
Seaweed-eating robot listed among TIME’s best inventions
Musical healing...listening to emotional tunes ‘may soothe pain’

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Supercomputer investigates birth of universe

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Astronomers at Durham University undertake biggest ever computer simulations mapping all-of-time since the Big Bang to investigate the universe’s evolution. Moon’s 40 million years older than thought, Toyota’s ‘745-mile, 10-minute charge EV battery’. Snakes in a jar! Lab’s mega pickled reptile collection.

Also in this episode:

Pacemaker ‘size of pen lid’ can last for 20 years
Rugby brain damage risk ‘grows with player’s career’
Fourteen-year-old pupil’s cancer-fighting soap win
Can Meghan’s hot yoga fight depression?

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Could an ultra-rare star collision wipe out life on Earth?

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

A study suggests that an ultra-rare star collision in the Milky Way galaxy could have the capability to wipe out life on Earth.

Scientists believe pairs of black holes could be hiding as one.

Warnings of more floods and ice after Storm Babet leaves hundreds of homes submerged.

Also in this episode:

Can this tech stop winter travel chaos? National Highways announce £15.4m in new weather stations
Is Apple planning a surprise October iMac announcement?
World’s largest-ever asteroid impact crater may be in Australia
Study suggests better use of existing drugs increases cervical cancer survival
Mark Zuckerberg uses Meta’s new AI Ray-Bans to help him with dad duties

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Author’s convent stay to beat Big Tech manipulation

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Laura Dodsworth investigated how tech giants manipulate users for her co-written book, titled Free Your Mind, which even involved a stay at a nun’s convent to escape the endless pings. Ancient alien radio bursts clue to ‘weight of universe’. Regrowing Maui’s scorched trees after deadly wildfires.

Also in this episode:

Nighy & Fiennes in National Theatre Live plays streaming to UK cinemas
Thumbs ready for London’s Counter-Strike 2 game final
US Marines ‘MacGyver’ rocket launcher on robodog

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Star Wars-style AI space lasers to blast junk

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Network of powerful space lasers powered by artificial intelligence to track space junk is being researched in a Nasa-funded project by West Virginia University. ‘Risk to life’ red warning for UK's Storm Babet. Met Police’s face scanning scheme to nab shoplifters.

Also in this episode:

Prostate cancer new drug combination hope
Why up to 167,000 people caught Covid in hospital
What happens to non-recyclable disposable vapes?
4,000-year-old Bronze Age map’s buried 'treasure clue'

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Solar-powered SUV's 620-mile off-road trek

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Eindhoven University of Technology’s 90mph, two-seater car completes gruelling 620-mile test drive across Morocco and Sahara desert - without a single recharging stop. Sir David Attenborough warns against taking majesty of the natural world for granted. Minecraft’s first video game to sell 300 million copies. X begins user charging in social media trial.

Also in this episode:

Solar system's first space spa: six hours for £100K
'Million-plus satellites' soon to orbit Earth
Concerns ancient frozen viruses are ‘thawing in climate change’
Why 14-year-old UK cat has loudest purr

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Israeli tanks get Ukraine-style anti-drone cages

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Military tech - Israeli tanks fitted with “cope cages” to help protect from grenades dropped by Hamas hobby drones. PhD neuroscientist Tuba Aydin from Bournemouth University on research link between adult tech addiction and ADHD symptoms. California condors bird flu tester jabs. Forget PS5 Slim...gaming on Atari 2600+.

Also in this episode:

Sonar shows British WWII Dunkirk 1940 warship
AI self-driving 185mph F1 car
Future fashion - Adobe’s shape-shifting digital ‘smart dress’
World record for Northwest Passage kayakers

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Minecraft Live 2023: All you need to know

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know from Minecraft Live 2023 - as its announced the world’s best selling video game has now sold over 300 million copies. We have the details on the big key announcements including the much-anticipated results of the 2023 Mob Vote.

Planet earth III is on its way for the third and final instalment of the much loved series - with Sir David Attenborough returning to front the nature documentary.

Australia’s internet safety watchdog fines X for failing to crack down on child abuse content.

Also in this episode:

Artist makes ink from Newton's Apple Tree
One of the world’s largest frogs is on the brink of extinction
Electric cars will cost drivers £6,000 more if Sunak fails to strike Brexit deal with EU
Steve Irwin's son breeds rare turtle named after late TV star

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Activision Blizzard: Gaming’s biggest takeover approved

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Microsoft's $69 billion Activision Blizzard merger looks set to go through - after UK regulators have given clearance to gaming's biggest ever takeover deal.

Tui hit by airline ‘fake parts’ scandal that grounded hundreds of planes and Google goes ‘passwordless by default’.

Also in this episode:

Study finds more than 40% of Antarctica’s ice shelves have shrunk since 1997
New Royal Mint coins celebrate the King’s passion for nature and wildlife
UK gets new research campus to solve global problems
Scientists want to use giant lasers to build roads on the Moon
Is this the end of the Bigfoot myth once and for all?

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Nasa: Asteroid could reveal ‘building blocks of life’

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa scientists reveal the impressive results from early tests of the samples from the 4.5-billion-year-old Bennu asteroid. It comes as the US space agency & SpaceX announce the delay or the Psyche mission launch due to bad weather.

A monkey has survived two years with a pig’s kidney in what’s being called a “major medical advancement”.

Also in this episode:

Bionic hand breakthrough could be ‘life-changing’ for amputees
Tower Bridge engineers replace critical components
People with early Alzheimer’s disease ‘have difficulty turning when walking’
An amateur astronomer helps capture first-ever afterglow of huge planetary collision
How female frogs can go to extreme lengths to avoid unwanted suitors

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Roblox comes to PS4 & PS5

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

One of the most popular online games in the world, Roblox, is finally available on PS4 and PS5.

A hacker is trying to sell stolen 23andMe genetics data online.

Could an ad-free TikTok subscription be coming to the UK?

Also in this episode:

Elon Musk asks to see 'list of violations' after EU tells him to tackle spread of disinformation about Israel-Hamas conflict on X
Duke and Duchess of Sussex call for overhaul of social media
North Korea says spy satellite essential against possible US ‘nuclear attack’
Leak on Russian module on ISS prompts investigation after third incident in 10 months
MPs warn promotion of crypto assets in sport poses risks to clubs and fans
Family of beavers released in London in pioneering ‘rewilding’ project

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Meta Quest 3: Say hello to mixed reality

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Meta Quest 3 review: Is this the tech we’ve been waiting for? Gaming journalist for the Evening Standard, Vicky Jessop, shares her review after getting a special preview of the mixed reality headset.

Fancy living to be 100 or older? Well the largest study of centenarian blood might have revealed some secrets to longevity.

Research finds that goalkeepers perceive the world differently.

Also in this episode:

‘Breakthrough’ study suggests running could be just as effective at treating depression with medication
Scientists say some ultra-processed foods should be labelled ‘addictive’
Man creates ‘Furbinator 3000’ gadget after foxes & badgers continuously poo in his garden

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Can this ‘simple’ test find alien life?

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists claim to have developed a simple reliable test that can determine whether there is, or was, life on other planets.

More than 400 criminals have been jailed in an “unprecedented" operation targeting the encrypted messaging platform EncroChat.

Deepfakes of Sir Keir Starmer released during the Labour Party conference highlight dangers of technology when it comes to politics.

Also in this episode:

Study reveals gingers have been around for 10 million years
Edinburgh to host supercomputer system that may advance medicine, AI and energy
Scientists find a sixth basic taste detected by the tongue
Biggest ever solar storm identified using ancient tree rings
Why everyone seems to be entering ‘monk mode’

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Cosmic couture: Nasa astronauts to wear Prada

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Future astronauts are likely to be the solar system’s best-dressed moonwalkers - after Prada was awarded a spacesuit design contract.

Nasa’s 2025 lunar Artemis III mission. Alert as giant ozone hole exposed over Antarctic. Nobel prize chemistry winners on ‘helping people & planet’. How doctors are 3D-printing skin grafts. Also in this episode:

Broadband customers face ‘outrageous’ bill rises
Project Kuiper: Amazon’s first satellites to launch
How Queen ‘assassin’ exposes AI flaws
Washed-up turtle released into wild

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Could terrorists hijack driverless cars?

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The Local Government Association’s Future Crime Horizon Scan suggests autonomous vehicles heading to UK roads by 2025 are of “particular concern” for criminal use as remote weapons. Fentanyl crisis: White House targets Chinese chemical firms. How Google Pixel 8 Pro’s thermometer works. ‘Terminator drone’ rigged to fire torpedoes

Also in this episode:

Early humans’ river route out of Africa 84,000 years ago
Competition regulator probes £7.5bn cloud market
First fine for space junk
Nintendo 3DS & Wii U gameplay to go offline

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Nasa moon house rental heralds ultimate break

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Civilians could pay to stay in US space agency’s 3D-printed lunar residence by 2040, after it reached a $60 million agreement with a construction tech company. ChatGPT AI helps teachers and pupils in class. Kew Gardens' Dr Matilda Brown on global plant threats after 35-year cataloguing project.

Also in this episode:

Robot doctor’s early breast cancer diagnosis
Bitcoin founder’s cryptic X post
Can turtle shell DNA survive for 6 million years?
New giant long-necked ‘titan’ dinosaur species after bones found in Spain
How to get ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse best view

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Apple iPhone 15 'overheats due to apps’

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Overheating issue: Should Apple have tested the iPhone 15 more thoroughly? The planet pairs found floating through space. Lightning strike causes huge explosion in Oxfordshire. The planet that just keeps shrinking. In this episode:

Our Tech Correspondent Simon Hunt discusses Apple's iPhone 15 overheating problem
Google Pixel 8 & 8 Pro unboxing videos released ahead of official launch
James Webb telescope makes 'JuMBO' discovery of planet-like objects in Orion
First-ever space debris fine issued after company fails to 'properly de-orbit satellite'
Type 2 diabetes diagnosis at age 30 can reduce life expectancy by up to 14 years
Lightning strike causes huge explosion at Oxfordshire recycling plant
Crowdfunding site BackerKit set to restrict the use of AI art
Mercury’s not rising as planet ‘keeps shrinking’

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Tom Hanks targeted in fake AI dental plan ad

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Actor warns of fake AI dental plan advert. Royal Family's official website targeted in cyber attack. How an ‘avalanche’ of research papers could impact our trust in science. The super rare N64 controller worth £1,000. In this episode:

University of Exeter’s Mark Hanson on a rise in research papers, the peer review process and trust in science
Apple’s plans to upgrade the App Store’s search engine
New computer analysis hints volcanism killed the dinosaurs, not an asteroid
Why pumpkins in the UK will be much bigger this Halloween
Tech-tastic U2 Las Vegas Sphere’s first show, captured by our own Dylan Jones
Rare N64 controller set to sell for around £1000

Follow us on X or on Threads.

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Secret life of the dog-fox

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Mystery surrounds the death of the black, clearly fox-looking dog hybrid in Brazil, confirmed by DNA testing - insight with Dr Jacqueline Boyd, canine science expert at Nottingham Trent University, who investigated for The Conversation news site. Kids sent 'nearly 5,000 smartphone alerts every day'. Parasitic brain worm alert.

Also in this episode:

Finally...get ready for those flying taxis
Simple daily activities ‘lower heart attack risk’
Seven-mile freefall for record skydive

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‘Good to be home’, says astronaut stuck on ISS for year

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:55:38 GMT

American astronaut Frank Rubio and two Russian cosmonauts are back on terra firma after spending 371 days in space. Zuckerberg’s AI chatbots, latest Meta virtual goggles and VR wall art. British scientists to build ‘world’s most powerful laser’.

Also in this episode:

Alien dust alert stops Nasa’s Bennu asteroid sampling
Social media use ‘link teen binge drinking’
Thousands of UK wild animals under threat
Rare 'Dumbo' octopus spotted one mile underwater

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Green light for London’s VR Squid Game

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:30:59 GMT

Squid Game fans with strong nerves can pay up to £65-a-time to experience an - almost - real-life version of the hit Netflix show in London as a virtual reality experience. Major report finds tens of thousands of British women are dying from preventable cancers each year. First, its own Wiki, now CIA has custom ChatGPT AI bot. How Nasa plans to tow ISS back to Earth - then crash space superlab.

Also in this episode:

Junk snacks ‘kill benefits of healthy eating’
Meta in £149m London office lease buyout amid cuts
Paleoartist crafts lifelike ancient humans from dig finds
Oldest Iron Age gold coin hoard dug up in UK

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How AI will detect aliens beyond solar system

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:54:16 GMT

Researchers at Carnegie Institution’s Geophysical Laboratory and George Mason University say their method of searching for aliens outside the solar system is 90 per cent accurate. Lahaina wildfire: residents return to devastated homes. Musk pose...Tesla’s humanoid robot does yoga. Garlic breath? Natural yogurt can fix that.

Also in this episode:

Lego blocks plan to make bricks from recycled bottles
Set your watch - here’s date humans become extinct
Greenpeace’s Minecraft game to help save Amazon rainforest
Rewilding America’s biggest tortoises on media mogul’s ranch

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What’s next for Nasa’s Bennu asteroid samples?

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The Osiris-Rex capsule with 250g of space rock and dust parachuted to earth after a seven-year, four billion-mile mission. UK government concerns over policing AI bioweapons. While, the UN says human rights treaties apply to artificial intelligence. Organ problems in post-hospital Covid patients.

Also in this episode:

Social media tax ‘should fund school mental health’
TikTok hysteria ‘burdens police and schools’
Game (not) over...new Star Wars title keeps playing
Can meerkats detect human emotions?

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth preview

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Evening Standard gaming journalist, Stuart Andrews, shares his insight after having a preview of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, ahead of its release next year.

Microsoft's £55 billion takeover of Call of Duty maker now set for UK approval.

The eight-year-old girl who has become the first UK kidney transplant patient not to need life-long drugs in breakthrough treatment.

Also in this episode:

Astronomers find abundance of Milky Way-like galaxies in early universe
Microsoft unveils new Copilot AI assistant for Windows
Can we give plants advance warning of dangers by ‘talking’ to them?
How to turn off those annoying broadcast notifications on Instagram

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Is Elon Musk’s Neuralink safe?

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Report alleges Neuralink’s test monkeys died due to complications with brain chip implants - as company announces it’s starting in-human trials.

We hear about the mission to detect shipwrecks lost during the evacuation of troops from Dunkirk.

Could so-called ‘zoo poo’ save the NHS £1 billion a year?

Also in this episode:

Amazon Alexa gets a voice update
Google’s powerful ‘Bard’ AI chatbot can now get into your email
Scientists discover world’s oldest human-built structure, built by an extinct species
Google sued after man drove off collapsed bridge while allegedly following map directions
Stephen Fry v AI

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Online Safety Bill: UK government clashes with Meta

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The controversial Online Safety Bill is finally to become law after years of delay as the Home Secretary urges Meta not to ‘go dark’ on detecting child abuse with encryption.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces backlash over weakening key green policies.

Fortnite players - and parents of - could you be entitled to compensation?

Also in this episode:

Google DeepMind AI speeds up search for disease genes
India’s solar probe completes key final manoeuvre around Earth as it slingshots towards Sun
Bats finally get some good PR as they could hold key to saving millions of lives
What to expect from Microsoft’s ‘special’ Surface and AI event
Survey finds Brits believe London will be the first car-free city in the world by 2050

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YouTube blocks monetisation of Russell Brand’s channel

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

YouTube has suspended the monetisation of Russell Brand’s YouTube channel following allegations made against the comedian and presenter.

Would you pay for Twitter? Elon Musk says X could go behind paywall.

Incurable dog disease on the rise and now three humans have caught it

Also in this episode:

One in ten in Japan over the age of 80 for the first time ever
Europe’s major robotics competition sees teams competing live in Milton Keynes
Microsoft’s new disc-less Xbox Series X design with a new ‘immersive’ controller
Study suggests exercising between 7am and 9am may be key for weight management
Age UK analysis finds many older people unable to use the internet safely or successfully
The Scottish amateur football team taking on Elon Musk

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BBC, ITV, Channel 4 & 5’s new smart TV platform

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

‘Freely’, the free TV service will combine live schedules from public service broadcasters into one platform that will be available next year.

We hear from Barry Bogin, Emeritus Professor in Anthropology biology at Loughborough University, about his review showing children need love, hope and happiness to grow.

Plus, IOS17 launches and Tim Cook insists Vision Pro is on track for release.

Also in this episode:

Study finds women are less likely than men to receive CPR from strangers
Coalition calls on tech platform chiefs to ensure services are safe for children
Scientists say zombie ant parasite is ‘even more cunning’ than previously thought
Study finds living in zoos outside their natural environment may disrupt pandas

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Nasa boss says he believes in aliens

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa boss, Senator Bill Nelson, has said he personally believes in aliens. It comes as the space agency announces its landmark report findings into Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) - also known commonly as UFOs.

Nintendo Direct 2023: Peach gets a Barbie-like transformation in the upcoming Princess Peach: Showtime game.

Release date announced for second part of Final Fantasy 7 remake revealed at PlayStation State of Play event.

Also in this episode:

Study suggests cardiac arrest patients had perception, dreams or memories.
World’s first known dog-fox hybrid discovered in Brazil after being hit by car
Gold particles that trick tumours into ‘self-destruct mode’ annihilate most aggressive form of cancer
UK butterfly numbers at highest level since 2019
Robots made from dead spiders and ‘smart toilets’ among winners of this year’s Ig Nobel awards

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Top UK UFO expert’s verdict on Mexican ‘alien corpses’

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The UK’s top UFO expert, Nick Pope, gives his verdict on the viral Mexican ‘alien corpses’ claims.

We speak to British endurance athlete, Lewis Pugh, after he just finished a 315-mile swim along the Hudson in New York with the aim to highlight river health

Tech leaders agree on Artificial Intelligence regulation but remain divided on how in a Washington forum.

Also in this episode:

Olivia Rodrigo and Liverpool FC join WhatsApp as Channels feature launches
Backlash after Virgin Galactic carries human ancestor remains to space: ‘This is not science’
The science behind why your dog knows where you keep the treats
‘World’s largest movie screen’ revealed by filmmaker Darren Aronofsky

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Apple iPhone 15: All you need to know

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The Evening Standard’s David Phelan shares everything you need to know about the new iPhone 15 line-up and watch models from Apple HQ in California.

MPs look into making the UK an astronomical superpower. A respiratory health device - that could help up to 3.9 million Brits - is named the UK winner of the James Dyson Award.

Also in this episode:

Nintendo to wind down Mario Kart Tour mobile game
Study finds inflammatory signs for teenage depression differ between boys and girls
Fossil tracks in South Africa may be oldest evidence yet of humans wearing footwear
Old robot dogs need forever homes too

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Nasa says exoplanet has ‘signs of life’

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:01:32 GMT

Nasa has revealed that a distant exoplanet could have ‘signs of life’. The space agency says that carbon dioxide and methane have been detected in the atmosphere of exoplanet K2-18 b - which is more than eight times the size of Earth.

Invasive red fire ants with painful bites spotted in Europe. Plus, we hear about the Loughborough University student’s device that detects rugby concussions in just 10 seconds.

Also in this episode:

Latest on MGM International resorts 'cyber incident'
Death of scientist who led team which cloned Dolly the sheep
Experts warn of e-waste issues over iPhone charging port switch
COPD cure could come from transplanting patient’s own lung cells
Jackdaws ditch friends to gain food but stick with family
Spotify denies ‘30-second trick’ could make you rich

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Apple event 2023: Expect airpods, a new iPhone 15, and perhaps more

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The iPhone 15’s incremental changes, no folding phones, and will we see more of the Vision Pro headset? Meta’s stocking up on chips to train its AI chatbot. Was September’s seven-day heatwave due to climate change? Why Tim Burton’s not happy with AI-generated art. In this episode:

Our Tech Reporter Saqib Shah on the Apple Event 2023
Met Office Meteorologist Alex Burkill explains September’s record heatwave
BMW to make new electric mini in UK
Maritime sector calls for £2bn to decarbonise ‘world-leading’ industry
Exeter centre enabling switch from diesel engines
Tim Burton hits out at AI-generated art

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Online Safety Bill, encryption & you

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Ministers suggest Online Safety Bill measures can safeguard children and fight crime while also ensuring encryption messaging privacy, but they’re betting on future tech to be invented - analysis with Index on Censorship’s Nik Williams. Treating video games addiction, with gaming disorder therapist Jeremy Edge, who runs Dallas-based escapingthe.com. Also in this episode:

Good manners online matter, says Headspace psychologist Dr Sophie Mort
Is your home under a UFO hotspot?
Pink’s Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon brain test art
Are pigs electric...Bavaria’s radioactive wild boars

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How spying smart home harvests your data

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Consumer group Which? has delved into the scary fine print of popular smart devices from doorbells to washing machines - we ask their consumer expert Harry Kind how to protect privacy at home. Was Starfield ‘speed run’ really completed in three hours? Human embryo models built from stem cells in lab at Israel’s Weizmann Institute. Never mind Brexit - UK back in EU Horizon science research scheme.

Also in this episode:

Explosion like ‘billions of suns’ spotted in cosmos
Mystery over squishy ‘alien gold egg’ found on Alaska seabed
Summer 2023 hottest ever, finds EU Copernicus climate service
Boiling polar bears express relief for fish ice cubes.

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Booze & junk food ‘fuelling young cancer epidemic’

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:58:30 GMT

A study by University of Edinburgh and China’s Zhejiang University School of Medicine suggests obesity and alcohol consumption are contributing to a rise in global cancer cases among younger people. Dump the smartwatch - it’s royal timepiece tech from 1808, with London Science Museum’s Anna Rolls. Fake ticket scams alert on Facebook and Twitter. Brits stranded in torrential storms on Greek island.

Also in this episode:

Darpa’s moon base defence plan.
Shoulders and elbows were ‘brakes’ for climbing apes
The 34 million-year-old whale skull...found on farm
Poseidon adventure...2,800-year-old Greek temple discovery

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NSPCC child protection alert over VR abuse

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:13 GMT

The NSPCC is warning parents to be alert for paedophiles exploiting virtual reality to target children, and is urging a police crackdown with tech giants. Three-eyed “dinosaur shrimps” wake from Burning Man floods. Artists’ lawsuit to fight back against AI appropriation of work. ‘Once-in-a-lifetime’ comet Nishimura visible to naked eye. Also in this episode:

Underwater ‘Bond villain lair’ for marine biologists
History of plants ‘rewritten’
Ice Age clue to modern coastal erosion
Ewww...NYC rat tours i n rodent boom

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Space X astronauts stretch legs after splashdown

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:57:13 GMT

Crew of four SpaceX astronauts splash down in the Atlantic Ocean off Florida after six months aboard the International Space Station. Back from brink of extinction: America’s red wolves. Police probe death at wash-out Burning Man festival. The 1,700mph supersonic Boom jet nears debut flight.

Also in this episode:

California Forever: tech bros paradise
Does does long covid cause brain fog?
Microsoft’s AI backpack will ‘see and hear’ while you're wearing it
Hunters kill 60-stone biggest alligator - but is it cruel?

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Starfield: Is it worth the hype?

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The reviews for Bethesda’s Starfield are finally in. We hear from Evening Standard journalist, Vicky Jessop, who has spent 40 hours playing the game so she can share her verdict.

Why X, formerly known as Twitter, wants to collect your biometric data and employment history.

Plus, Google accidentally leaks Pixel 8 Pro.

Also in this episode:

New JWST images of Supernova 1987A’s keyhole could unlock mysteries of exploding stars, astronomers claim
Scientists say a dose of aspirin daily could help prevent diabetes in older people
New amphibian family tree shows they evolved tens of millions of years later than previously thought
Instagram could show you longer Reels to keep up with TikTok
Finally, a solution to all those work meetings that could’ve been an email

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Winter jabs brought forward due to new Covid variant

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Winter jabs to be brought forward in England due to the emergence of a new Covid variant.

It comes as it’s revealed a ‘Disease X’ vaccine could be ready within 100 days of new threat emerging thanks to UK scientists

Our gaming writer, Vicky Jessop, joins us to discuss Starfield as excitement for the game reaches boiling point - ahead of its early access release tomorrow.

Also in this episode:

AI defeats human drone-racing champions in historic world first
Research finds patients treated by female surgeons ‘less likely to die’
Committee tells Home Office that drug testing at festivals must expand before summer 2024
Microsoft to unbundle Teams from Office in bid to avoid EU antitrust concerns
Snapchat jumps on the AI-generated avatars bandwagon

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How 'unreliable' flight data put NATS into manual mode

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The boss of National Air Traffic Services has confirmed that 'unreliable' flight data is responsible for the ongoing widespread travel disruption.

India is set to launch a spacecraft to the Sun after a successful Moon landing.

Good news for stargazers, details on your second chance this month to see a rare super blue moon.

Also in this episode:

Why the next Nintendo Direct is all about Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Apple’s September event: iPhone 15 launch to headline blowout showcase of new products
Government urged to protect songs and books from AI mining
New analysis of 4.6 billion-year-old meteorite sheds light on early solar system
A controversial Havard professor says scientists have found materials in the sea from outside Solar System
Why ‘beer goggles’ aren’t really a thing

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Passengers stranded after UK air traffic control failure

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

National Air Traffic Services chief says ‘it will take a long time’ for flights to return to normal. It’s after a technical glitch which resulted in hundreds of flights being cancelled and delayed.

We hear how the government is spending £5 million on new tech to cut the number of drug deaths across the UK.

Find out about the live worm found in a woman's brain in a world-first discovery.

Also in this episode:

Mozart’s Lullaby ‘may relieve pain in newborns’
First-of-its-kind study finds laughter is indeed good medicine
Blood tests in barber shops, supermarkets and mosques as NHS launches drive to tackle heart disease
Study finds dogs actually do respond better when their owners use ‘baby talk’

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Notting Hill Carnival's female DJ revolution

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

We interview one of the Caribbean festival’s women pioneers, Linett Kamala, to discuss the Original Sounds Collective music mentoring programme. Record numbers of female DJs, producers and engineers will be visible at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival. Nasa scientist says she’s ‘certain’ that alien bacteria is alive in our Solar System. ‘I beat champ Sir Mo running...but media duties afterwards hit my mental health’, we speak to athlete Ellis Cross.

Also in this episode:

Historic Trump mugshot after Georgie arrest and first X/tweets for 2.5 years.
Why are Londoners buying polluting classic cars to fight Ulez?
Unhealthy habits pave road to heart attack
Wartime codebreaker HQ hosts AI summit.

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Japan releases radioactive Fukushima water into ocean

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Impact of radioactive water on people and environment deemed “negligible”. Tumblr CEO on open-sourcing social media. Why MKBHD isn’t happy with the Playstation Portal. Avicii’s hit song reaches major Spotify milestone. In this episode:

Japan releases radioactive water after Fukushima disaster
Tumblr CEO Matt Mullenweg discusses his plans to make the platform ‘amazing’ - find the full interview here.
Video game technology ‘helps paralysed woman speak’
Chinese spy ‘used LinkedIn to target British officials’
Lockdowns and masks ‘unequivocally reduced Covid infections’
Avicii’s Wake Me Up hits two billion Spotify streams

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First womb transplant success for UK

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Operation success after 9-hour procedure. How climate change is driving wild dogs to extinction. X users react to Elon’s latest update. Is India about to make space history? In this episode:

Our Health Reporter Daniel Keane explains UK’s first womb transplant
Zoological Society of London’s Dr Dani Rabaiotti on African wild dogs’ extinction risk
X users react to Elon Musk’s move to hide headlines from news links
Threads website ‘coming soon’
Research: Hard-of-hearing music fans prefer a different sound
Nasa invites students to rise to 2024 Human Exploration Rover Challenge

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Kids' mountain terror at 900ft in broken chairlift

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Six schoolchildren and two teachers trapped 900ft above Pakistan ravine. Why iPhone 15 charging cables are so special. The revolutionary tech turning Co2 into propane fuel. Microsoft's new plan to seek approval for Activision takeover. In this episode:

Three Scottish projects win funding from the UK Space Agency
Study: Keep fit to avoid heart rhythm disorder and stroke
Microsoft submits new plan in £54bn Activision takeover battle with UK competition watchdog
Osteoarthritis may affect nearly one billion people by 2050
KFC’s VR game that rewards players with free chicken
The voice of Mario is stepping down after 27 years

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Hilary: California’s first tropical storm in 84 years

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Tropical Storm Hilary latest as magnitude 5.0 earthquake hits and California braces for ‘life-threatening’ floods.

Wildfires: At least 30,000 households in British Columbia in Canada are told to evacuate, and officials say that the wildfire on the Spanish Island of Tenerife was ‘started deliberately’.

India gets one step closer to winning the space race, as it announces its moon lander is days from touching down - one day after news broke about the crash of Russia’s unmanned craft.

Also in this episode:

Excitement builds over release of Starfield - but developers aren’t happy with leaks online
Musk admits X may be doomed to fail as new glitch wipes out pictures from former Twitter platform
UK’s first menopause education programme being launched by UCL
Barclays says social media firms should reimburse online purchase scam victims
Why us Brits appear to have fallen out of love with tea…

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British Museum worker sacked after treasures vanished named as senior curator

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:09:55 GMT

A British Museum curator was sacked after the disappearance of jewellery and gems. His son says his father “hasn’t done anything” and is “devastated” to have lost his life’s work.

Researchers at the Florida Atlantic University says 95% of smartwatch and fitness straps harbour nasty things like e-coli, which they found on 60 percent. Hurricane Hilary could be the first tropical storm to make landfall in Southern California since 1939, causing “significant and rare impacts”.Also in this episode:

What’s in the next Call of Duty Modern Warfare game?
Researchers in Sweden say divorced men with diabetes could have a greater risk of limb amputation
Eating salad while on antibiotics could create dangerous superbug
23-million-year-old relative to today's seals may have used whiskers to forage
HD 45166: Astronomers identify a new type of star three thousand light years away from Earth, and it's bigger than the sun
Blue light filter glasses may not make a difference, say a team at Melbourne University
Watch out! Venomous snakes are out of hibernation early in the East Coast of Australia due to global warming

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Women’s World Cup heralds most high-tech final

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Ahead of England’s history-making Women’s World Cup final against Spain, we’re joined by Evening Standard football writer Simon Collings, who reports from Sydney on the evolution of match technology. Pig kidneys ‘worked in human for week’ at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Eating vegetables ‘could help ease lung illness’.

Also in this episode:

British Museum probes theft of 3,000 ancient artefacts
LG 27-inch StanbyME Go tablet needs its own suitcase
Rooting for contestants at Tree of the Year awards
Xbox driver-style penalty points for bullying
Women’s rugby players use boot laces to save crash victims.

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Nasa telescope's Big Bang discovery

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Famous Space Telescope discovers one of the universe’s oldest galaxies, formed a mere 390 million years after the Big Bang. LiDAR drones reveal WW2 Battle of the Bulge secrets, we speak to conflict archaeologist Dr Birger Stichelbaut, who was behind the discovery. Snapchat’s My AI chatbot goes rogue. Vitamin D intake may reduce cancer deaths, study finds. Also in this episode:

Lung illness link in young vapers
What is a ‘demon particle’ and why is it critical to future power security?
Scientists reconstruct Pink Floyd hit from human brain waves
‘I hate snakes’...Harrison Ford gets named after a...snake

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China’s ‘infinite laser supergun’

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Military scientists at China’s weapons tech research lab say they’ve beaten overheating problems to create the world’s first never-ending laser gun. London rapper and television presenter Professor Green tells Tech and Science Daily the impact of “data poverty” on families. Police chief urges parents crackdown on TikTok shop looters. NSPCC says 34,000 online grooming crimes were committed ahead of internet safety law. NHS cancer drug trial’s “incredibly impressive” results.

Also in this episode:

Parkinson’s drug hope to cut alcoholism
Lost £64million RAF jet secret seabed salvage
Fake $1 billion 'OpenAI' news on London Stock Exchange

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‘Quantum superchemistry’ breakthrough

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:59:40 GMT

‘Quantum superchemistry’ has been created made for the first time at ultra-cold temperatures - and its hoped the process could help with processing for quantum computers. Maui wildfires: Latest on devastating blazes leaving 93 dead. ‘Give social media addicts therapy’, urge doctors.

Also in this episode:

Russian moon lander Luna-25’s history-making data collection

Six-fold parking charge hike to beat London pollution

Quit smoking messages planned for inside cigarette packs

Food security warning over climate crisis

Self-driving jam as robotaxis block road

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Extreme swimmer on his 315-mile Hudson River crawl

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Lewis Pugh to swim 315 miles in 30 days to raise awareness of pollution. Virgin Galactic’s first space tourist on “most exciting day of my life”. Robotaxis approved to operate 24/7 in California. Apple is moving the end call button on the iPhone. In this episode:

Lewis Pugh explains his 315-mile swim, and why he’s doing it
Tiny particle’s ‘wobble’ could be start of a major discovery – scientists
End call button moves and other iOS 17 updates explained
'Smart’ socks that track distress in people living with dementia could transform care
Edinburgh restaurant sets up sushi belt powered by laughter

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Space tourists blast off aboard Virgin Galactic

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

First paying passenger to blast off 18 years after buying ticket. Drake won’t be happy: Google & Universal negotiating over AI-generated music tool. Disney ‘actively exploring’ crackdown on password sharing. Supermarket AI meal planner app suggests a recipe that would create chlorine gas. In this episode:

Our Tech Journalist Simon Hunt explains there is a market for Virgin Galactic flights
Mars may once have had Earth-like seasons conducive to life
Government not anti-encryption, says Technology Secretary
Research shows the International Space Station is dangerously dusty

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Voter data breach: Biggest in UK history?

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

More than 40 million voters may have had data stolen in potentially one of biggest data breaches in UK history. It comes as police in Northern Ireland also suffer a “monumental” data breach. Mary-Ann Russon, science and technology reporter for the Evening Standard explains.

Plus, have scientists solved a human evolution mystery? And why Red Dead Redemption on Nintendo Switch and PS4 is causing backlash among fans

Also in this episode:

Did Apple TV's blockbuster Tetris movie ‘rip off’ Gizmodo editor-in-chief’s book?
Evidence suggests ‘ape-men’ 3,000 years ago had some culture habits similar to modern humanity
Why walking 4,000 steps a day could reduce risk of dying from heart diseases
Are T&C’s on major video-sharing platforms too complicated to understand?

You can find out more about the UK’s Electoral Commission data breach via their FAQ page here: https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/privacy-policy/public-notification-cyber-attack-electoral-commission-systems/information-about-cyber-attack

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Nasa says days on Mars are ‘shrinking’

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa data suggest the red planet’s rotation is accelerating every year by about 4 milliarcseconds – leading to a shortening of the day there.

Research has found the brain’s ‘appetite control centre’ is different in people who are overweight or living with obesity. We hear from the study’s first author about the significance.

A global study finds a link between antibiotic resistance and air pollution.

Also in this episode:

Portugal battles wildfires amid third heatwave of the year
Snapchat reportedly under scrutiny from UK watchdog over underage users
Urban foxes ‘bolder but not cleverer’ than rural cousins
Study reveals key cause of restricted blood flow to brain in vascular dementia
‘Meteor shower’ over Australia actually Russian rocket re-entering atmosphere
Passenger plane from Italy goes to Africa instead of London Gatwick

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Disease X: Can this lab stop the next pandemic?

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Professor Dame Jenny Harries, head of the UK Health Security Agency, helps unveil the new centre aimed at tackling pandemics by preventing ‘Disease X’.

Plus, is artificial intelligence taking over Edinburgh Fringe? And even Zoom is sending staff back to the office.

Also in this episode:

Historic India Moon mission sends new photos of lunar surface
A US study of the state of Michigan suggests areas with lower bird diversity ‘have more mental health hospital admissions’
Study finds giant space ‘umbrella’ tethered to asteroid could protect Earth from climate crisis
UK man bitten by cat contracts previously unknown and ‘extensive’ bacterial infection
MPs say devices such as baby monitors and smart speakers are enabling abuse
Zuckerberg 'not holding breath' over Musk cage fight

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Inside the rise of AI girlfriends

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The people getting ‘engaged’ to virtual partners. Why experts are concerned about AI relationships. What is the Ring Nebula? See the James Webb Telescope’s newest image. New realtime justice for Call of Duty cheaters. In this episode:

Emma Loffhagen explains the rise of AI girlfriends, and why experts are worried
James Webb Space Telescope captures new images of the Ring Nebula
Consuming foods with added sugars may increase risk of kidney stones
Report: UK risks wasting wind farms achievement without new links to grid
Google to offer alerts when your private contact info appears online
Research prescribes 25 minutes of slow walking for older patients in hospital
Light-skinned people ‘lack genes that protect against UV radiation’
Call of Duty now shows you when a cheater’s been booted from the game

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How Google uses brain reactions to recreate songs

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Google AI researchers make music from the brain’s reaction to songs. US court rules Reddit doesn’t need to identify users who discuss pirating. Labour MP apologises for sharing fake Rishi Sunak image. Why killer whales are learning to attack boats. In this episode:

Meta seeks EU user consent to show targeted Facebook and Instagram ads
YouTube takes on TikTok with tool to easily turn any video into a Short
Chinese regulators propose two-hour phone limit per day for under 18s
Atlantic orcas 'learning from adults' to target boats
39 million-year-old extinct whale ‘may be heaviest animal that ever lived’

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Cancer-killing pill breakthrough 'annihilates' tumours

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The tumour-targeting drug being trialled in humans for the first time.The collab no one saw coming: Threads & Abraham Lincoln. Tesla owners report losing their steering while driving. Why Mr Beast isn’t happy with his own-brand burgers. In this episode:

Study: Irregular sleep patterns linked to harmful gut bacteria
Tesla under investigation for Model 3 and Model Y steering wheels that freeze up
Brain stimulation treatment could ‘transform the lives’ of children with ADHD
‘AI may be able to safely assess breast cancer scans’
Teenage boy finds intact megalodon tooth on Essex beach
MrBeast is suing his ghost kitchen partner over ‘inedible’ MrBeast Burgers

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ESA on Euclid's first space image success

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Euclid space image 'one millionth' of night sky, with more images coming this year. Neighbour complaints lead to Elon’s ‘X’ sign removal. Can Kombucha help type 2 diabetes? The killer ocean heatwave destroying Florida’s corals. In this episode:

Euclid Project manager Giuseppe Racca explains first space images
MIT engineers create an energy-storing supercapacitor from ancient materials
Google begins offering free AI training courses in the UK
Study: One drink a day could raise blood pressure
Chinese Zoo forced to deny its sun bears are humans dressed in costumes

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New UK oil & gas 'will take decades'

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of new oil and gas licences approved by Rishi Sunak despite global warming. Would renewables would be quicker to roll out? Super-rare ‘Blue Moon’ due in August. Nasa to launch free space streaming service. Could GPS predict earthquakes two hours ahead? In this episode:

Fraser Stewart from Regen explains why new UK oil & gas licences will take decades to provide energy
Two supermoons to appear in August - culminating in rare blue moon
Children increasingly exposed to e-cigarettes on display in shops
Nasa to launch free streaming service featuring live missions and original shows
Elon Musk reinstates Kanye West's X account
British-built satellite successfully returned to Earth in assisted crash
Scottish island gives scientists ‘head start’ for examining rocks from Mars

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Aeolus satellite to deliberately crash into Atlantic

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:00:06 GMT

The British-built satellite Aeolus is set to be deliberately crashed into the Atlantic Ocean by the European Space Agency.

Meta, Amazon, Microsoft and TomTom team up in what looks like an attempt to take down Google Maps.

Vegetable oil can now power trains in a UK first.

Also in this episode:

More fallout from the Ministry of Defence accidental email mishap
Twitter in transition to ‘everything app’ X will ‘only have dark mode’
Study finds connected cars can identify dangerous roads before crashes happen
Netflix faces backlash over $900k AI job ad amid Hollywood strikes
Study uncovers what nap times reveal about young children’s brain development
An ancient Roman emperor’s theatre is unearthed under a Four Seasons hotel…

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US government 'hiding crucial UFO information'

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Revelations from the US congress UFO hearing as pilot says government 'hiding crucial information'.

Slack, the workplace messaging service, experienced an outage this morning, impacting millions.

The Met Office says last year’s heatwave could be considered a ‘cool’ year by the end of the century - largely due to climate change.

Also in this episode:

Scientists unravel mystery which could lead to future diamond finds
Swan upping: Royal cygnet numbers drop by 40% in a year
Twitter user gives up @X username to platform's official account

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: All you need to know from Seoul

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:03:43 GMT

Our tech journalist David Phelan is in Seoul for the final Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event of the year.

A study finds Atlantic Ocean current ‘could collapse as soon as 2025’ and plunge Europe into a deep freeze.

Nasa temporarily loses contact with the ISS and is forced to use backup systems for the first time ever.

Also in this episode:

‘Completely new’ cancer drug offers hope to millions
Discovery of key inflammation trigger behind ageing could help humans live longer
UK and Europe join forces on ground-breaking European Solar Telescope project
Wall squats better at lowering blood pressure
Rare Apple computer trainers on sale for $50,000

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Spotify raises price for millions of users

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Spotify premium subscribers in the UK will now pay £1 extra per month - going from £9.99 to £10.99.

We hear from the Health Foundation about their report suggesting an additional 2.5 million people will have major illnesses by 2040.

Apple at centre of $1 billion lawsuit as UK app developers join forces against 'excessive' charges.

Also in this episode:

Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket launch may have ‘punched hole’ in edge of space
TikTok adds text-only posts
Study finds ‘nutritional content of most plant-based milk doesn’t match cow’s milk’
Xbox announces pizza-scented controller

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X: Elon Musk fires the Twitter bird!

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:59:00 GMT

What’s Elon Musk’s master plan for X? The Evening Standard’s Simon Hunt explains all. Thousands evacuated due to wildfires in Greece. UK government minister says a 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars “will remain in place” – despite pressure from some Conservatives to review the deadlines.

Also in this episode:

Nasa: Did an alien spacecraft crash on Mars?
Microsoft’s ditching the Mail and Calendar Apps
Worldcoin: ChatGPT’s Sam Altman enters the crypto ring
Green-grown Barley may be good for the environment but is it good enough for Scotland’s national drink?
Shares in Ocado shot up after a long-running battle over Robot patents ended at the weekend

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Scientists uncover human walking gene

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The gene behind our upright walk could answer questions about arthritis. Are modern day shoes making our feet weak? TikTok launches Spotify and Apple Music rival. The NPC Streamers making $7,000 a day. In this episode:

Vivobarefoot co-founder on how modern shoes make out feet weak
Why Greenland’s ice sheets might not be as stable as first thought
Arwen AI expert on content moderation and why advertisers have left Twitter
Will TikTok’s music streaming app come to the UK?
Immune systems develop ‘silver bullet’ defences against common bacteria
The NPC Streamers making $7,000 a day

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TikTok is teenagers’ top single news source

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Ofcom: TikTok is the favoured single news source among 12-15 year olds. How ‘green prescribing’ could save the NHS millions. Warning: your pet rabbit could be suffering from ear disease. How Pokemon Go is gamifying sleep. In this episode:

Dom Higgins from The Wildlife Trust explains ‘green prescribing’
Tech-savvy UK businesses to invest in AI to replace staff and cut costs
Date set for European Space Agency satellite to fall to Earth
WhatsApp finally comes to smartwatches
Fifth of pet rabbits in UK have painful or debilitating ear disease
Microsoft Teams is adding Maybelline’s AI-powered ‘makeup’ filters
How to track sleep in Pokémon Go

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UK needs ‘urgent rethink’ on AI regulation

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

AI regulation: Are we focused on the wrong things? Data shows Threads usage is dipping already. MI6 boss explains why AI won’t replace human spies. EA Sports FC 24: just another FIFA? In this episode:

Matt Davies from the Ada Lovelace Institute explains AI regulation recommendations
Our Games Reviewer Stuart Andrews dissects EA Sports FC 24
Mammal and dinosaur found ‘locked in mortal combat’ from 125m years ago
Astronomers discover exoplanet that may have a sibling sharing the same orbit
Study: Exercising at weekend as good for the heart as more regular workouts

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Behind the new groundbreaking Alzheimer's drug

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

How Donanemab gives patients months without symptoms. Extreme weather like Europe’s heatwave is ‘new normal’ - WMO. Could face scans end queues for Eurostar? Neopets are making a comeback. In this episode:

Alzheimer’s Society’s Sian Gregory explains Donanemab drug breakthrough
How hearing aids might reduce cognitive decline in adults at higher dementia risk
Millions of US military emails ‘sent to Russia ally Mali by mistake due to typing errors’
Face scans set up to cut congestion for Eurostar passengers
Green turtles fed at same seagrass meadows 3,000 years ago

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Health chiefs warn of London Measles outbreak

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Potential 160,000 measles cases predicted for the capital. Will we all have microchip implants in future? Sony agrees 10-year Call of Duty deal with Microsoft. Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer ‘cautionary tale’ for tech bosses. In this episode:

Biohacker Len Noe explains how we’re becoming ‘trans humans’ and how chip implants can make us more secure
Professor Barney Dunn explains new ADepT talking therapies for depression
Elon Musk says Twitter cashflow still negative amid 50% drop in ad revenue
Sony agrees to 10-year Call of Duty deal with Microsoft
Loveholidays embraces AI to help its European expansion plans take off

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Hollywood actors strike over AI fears

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

SAG union actors strike over digital replicas worries. Nothing Phone (2): the android for iPhone lovers? ESA to attempt first of its kind manoeuvre on falling satellite. The TikTok 10-second grope videos explained. In this episode:

Our tech journalist David Phelan’s views on the Nothing Phone (2)
Italian court decision sparks groping protests on TikTok
Aspartame sweetener ruled ‘possible’ cause of cancer by WHO
Europe’s all-time temperature record could be broken
Why fans are not happy with new EA Sports FC 24 game trailer
Almost two-thirds of Tinder's users are already in a relationship

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Why growing food on the Moon is child's play

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Growing plants on the moon: a 72-hour growth window, tackling radiation, and how science ‘surprises us’. Apple brings tap to pay on iPhone to the UK. Elon Musk launches ChatGPT rival. Plastic discovered at almost every coral reef on earth. In this episode:

Lauren Fell, Director of Lunaira One discusses growing plants on the Moon
James Webb Space Telescope celebrates a year of space operations with new image
Above-the-elbow amputee ‘moves individual fingers in bionic limb in world first’
Perseverance rover discovers diverse organic matter in a crater on Mars
Hidden details of ancient Egyptian paintings revealed by chemical imaging

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Scientists to declare irreversible human impact on Earth

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists close to declaring ‘Anthropocene’ epoch to mark human impact. Microsoft wins fight to buy Activision Blizzard in the US. AI existential threat ‘years and years and years’ away. White House sets out plan to tackle rise in ‘zombie drug’ deaths. In this episode:

Pamela Maynard, CEO of Avanade discusses AI, regulation and a more ‘human-centric’ world
Parts of the Moon’s surface ‘200 million years older than previously thought’
New portable dementia test could ‘catch cases sooner’
North Korea fires ‘longest-ever’ missile flight after threatening US
Unborn babies use ‘greedy’ father gene to get more food from mothers

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Do these jobs pose higher ovarian cancer risk?

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Canadian study shows potential links between occupations and excess ovarian cancer risks. Is Tumblr about to make a comeback? Volcano erupts 20 miles from Iceland's largest airport. Is Twitter limiting users’ access to Threads links? In this episode:

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Threads hits 100 million users, as changes revealed

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Adam Mosseri reveals priorities for Threads platform as it hits 100 million+ users. Feeding cows daffodil extract = less methane. Security firm’s AI fake news warning. Apple’s special in-store plans for Vision Pro. In this episode:

Can feeding cows daffodils drastically cut methane emissions?
Security firm Mithril Security reveals how open-source AI models can be modified to spread fake news
Martin Lewis warns against 'frightening' AI-generated scam video
Over-the-counter painkillers could go green with paper-industry waste
Google’s medical AI chatbot is already being tested in hospitals
Crunch talks on deep-sea mining begin in Jamaica
Apple’s appointment-only plans for roll out of Vision Pro headset

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UFOs ‘defy physics and fly underwater’

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The truth about UFOs is out there, according to a congressman Tim Burchett, who claims he’s seen classified footage of physics-defying alien craft. Turning plants into a digital orchestra to boost mental health, with RCA graduate Feiyang Xia (and these organic musicians can even play Star Wars). James Webb Space Telescope spies ‘furthest black hole’. Twitter’s legal threat over Meta’s Threads ‘trade secrets’. Also in this episode:

Online Safety Bill fears for Wikipedia’s future
Cabinet Office told to release Johnson’s Covid WhatsApp messages
New PlayStation leaked...by Microsoft
How to help your child with maths using board games

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We take a look at Meta’s new Threads app

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

It’s Meta’s latest land-grab for a piece of another tech company’s market share as Threads goes live - with 10 millions sign-ups for the platform just seven hours after launch, according to Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg. Evening Standard technology journalist Mary-Ann Russon explains the Threads user experience. Online Safety Bill: The end of WhatsApp for Brits? Listen how a VR audio project being showcased by Royal Society helps train “digital ears” for hearing-impaired teens, with Dr Lorenzo Picinali, head of Imperial College London’s Audio Experience Design research group.

Also in this episode:

AI 'encouraged teen’s Queen murder crossbow plot'
Europe’s Ariane-5 rocket completes final launch
Not enough sleep lessens brain benefits of exercise
Giant stone artefacts found in Ice Age site.

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‘I was trapped under Atlantic in doomed Titan sub’

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

A passenger on an earlier dive in OceanGate’s doomed Titan tells of the terror at the submersible piloted by late CEO Stockton Rush becoming stuck near Titanic after power failed two hours into the descent. Record hottest day as global temp hits 17C. Stop badgering social media firms, judge tells Biden White House. Call of Duty’s psyops to beat cheating players.

Also in this episode:

Not another spag bol...elephants also like different dinners
Blondie star’s kids drumming plan to beat autism
Luke, I am your minter...new Star Wars coins.

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Facebook’s ‘Twitter killer’?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 11:58:33 GMT

Facebook owner Meta has announced the imminent launch of a short-form text app called Threads, which will be integrated into Instagram. Flying car gets FAA approval. Google: ‘We’ve built a quantum computer’. Could a ‘naked’ tennis racket help boost recycling? Smart watches link to help early Parkinson’s disease detection.

Also in this episode:

“Ethical” AI to be used for university teaching
Google Maps could show live petrol prices after watchdog fuel ruling
Drama of lightning across Earth snapped by weather satellite.

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Far Cry source code leaked online

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The whole source code for the original title in the hit Far Cry series has been leaked online, with developer CD Projekt Red yet to respond. NHS 75th anniversary: ‘Know our value’, striking docs tell government. Wimbledon 2023: Anyone for VR tennis training? Ulez expansion: Illegal levels of toxic air found in outer London.

Also in this episode:

‘Supermoon’ is coming - why’s it so bright?
Amazon dolphins’ risk from fishing and dams
‘Water cremations’ to cut eco impact of death.

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Euclid space scientist on exploring 'dark energy'

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The ESA satellite that will map the universe. How Euclid will ‘stress-test’ Einstein’s theory of relativity. Study: higher lean muscle mass might protect against Alzheimer’s. The AI tech that makes your game concept a reality. In this episode:

University of Surrey’s Bob Nichol explains ESA's Euclid satellite space mission
Virgin Galactic’s first spaceflight goes successfully
Study: Higher levels of lean muscle might protect against Alzheimer’s disease
How Meta’s laying the groundwork to compete with app stores
Parts of NHS lack ‘basic, functioning IT equipment’, MPs warn
Environmental teams on stand-by to pump rivers with oxygen to save fish
Milky Way pictured in ‘ghostly particles’ using Antarctic ice detectors
FRVR show off their AI-powered game developer tool

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Virgin Galactic's first commercial spaceflight

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The 90-minute flight to host microgravity experiments. Scientists baffled by planet discovery. The MS breakthrough that could lead to new treatments. Are octopuses capable of dreaming? In this episode:

Professor Stephen Sawcer, Cambridge University, explains MS gene breakthrough
‘Secret of the universe’ gravitational waves seen for first time
140 major brands are paying for ads that end up on unreliable AI-written sites
Researchers developing AI tool that could speed up dementia diagnosis
Smart gloves ‘could allow stroke patients to relearn to play the piano’

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Hear orangutans ‘beatbox like humans’

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Orangutans ‘can make two sounds at the same time, similar to human beatboxing’. Dr Adriano Lameira from the University of Warwick and lead author of the study, explains what clues this gives us in terms of language evolution.

Scientists warn Italian supervolcano has a ‘realistic possibility’ of erupting, and TikTok is to let parents filter out videos they don't want their children to see.

Also in this episode:

Strange large alien planet could be trapped in the edge of Solar System
South Koreans become younger under new age-counting law
Why you might see the likes of Adele and Britney protesting outside the UK Meta offices
The annoying beep that cost one university decades of research

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Asteroid ‘bigger than London Eye’ heading towards Earth

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:59:51 GMT

A roughly 160-metre-wide asteroid is travelling towards Earth and is classified by astronomers as ‘potentially hazardous’.

Scientists find a ‘cannibal human ancestor’ species and why Nasa astronauts are recycling 98% of water from their urine and sweat.

Also in this episode:

Dolphin mums use baby talk to call to their young
Prison terms for sharing or creating explicit images without consent
Nasa finds key life building block carbon molecule in space
Facebook owner Meta launches virtual reality subscription service
Is this the reason the megalodon became extinct?
An Australian dragon comes ‘back from the dead’

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Our galaxy's central black hole 'not as dormant as thought'

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:02:57 GMT

Research finds that the supermassive black hole at the Milky Way’s centre is ‘not as dormant as previously thought’.

Report says NHS performing ‘substantially less well’ than similar countries, and targeted screening to detect lung cancer sooner to be rolled out

Also in this episode:

Mutant enzyme ‘helps prostate cancer to spread and become more aggressive’
Aerial laser scanning helps uncover remains of ancient Mayan city deep in remote jungle
Twitter hacker who took over Musk, Obama, Biden accounts in 2020 gets prison sentence
Teen who died on Titan sub brought Rubik’s Cube in bid to beat world record
The shopping trolleys that ‘could save lives’
Snake warning as hot weather sees pets escaping at record levels

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Mysterious ancient 'Dutch Stonehenge' discovered

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Ancient Dutch burial mound designed as a solar calendar. How US Navy tech detected Titan’s implosion hours after it lost contact with the mothership. Lab-grown chicken gets USDA approval. Marvel criticised for use of AI in Secret Invasion. In this episode:

Dr Tony Gamble,Marquette University, on How DNA was sequenced from NHM’s giant stuffed Victorian ‘super-gecko’
AI to be deployed more widely across the NHS
NASA volunteers set to live in a simulated Mars habitat for a whole year
New powers promised to stop tech firms from stonewalling bereaved families
Marvel criticised for using AI to make new show's credits artwork

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Ex-OceanGate worker ‘warned of sub safety concerns'

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Sub search continues: hull concerns raised in 2018 ‘ignored’ say US court docs. Hybrid working ‘here to stay’ says LinkedIn. Met Office: London summers 'will be as hot as Nice by 2070’. Princess Peach makes a comeback with new Switch game. In this episode:

LinkedIn’s UK Country Manager Ngaire Moyes on hybrid working, search tools and AI
57,000-year-old Neanderthal wall art uncovered in France
Group-IB report says over 100,000 stolen ChatGPT accounts listed on the dark web
‘Poo transplant’ clinical trial hope for liver disease patients
Mark Zuckerberg looks ready to fight Elon Musk in a cage match

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Missing Titanic Sub: ‘Banging’ sounds heard by sonar devices

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Canadian aircraft’s sonar detects underwater sounds in search for the Titan sub. How people might be using AI to automate responses on a site that pays them to train AI. Does the UK government really have a plan for green energy? In this episode:

Transreport's Emma Partlow explains Passenger Assistance rail app to revolutionise disabled travel
Environmental campaigner set for Supreme Court oil drilling fight
Mars, Venus and the Moon to be visible from London over summer solstice
One in five women ‘conceive naturally after having baby via fertility treatment’
Samsung kits let you repair your own phone from home

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Race to find lost Titanic sub crew as air runs out

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

OceanGate's Dr Steve Ross, chief scientist of the 2022 Titanic survey expedition, on how the vessel functions, plus Submarine escape expert Steve Thorpe, from marine survival company Survitec, explains the difficulty of the OceanGate submersible search and rescue operation. The crew are believed to have between 70 to 96 hours of air. Bringing the vessel back to the surface ‘the only way’ to rescue the crew. North Atlantic conditions ‘unpredictable’. Also in this episode:

Bangor University’s Professor Yueng-Djern Lenn on the ‘severe’ marine heatwave around the seas of the British Isles
Reddit hackers demand $4.5 million ransom and API pricing changes
Pre-historic long-necked reptiles were decapitated by their predators
The ‘world’s first’ air fryer shopping aisle

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Whoopi Goldberg ‘upset’ over Blizzard’s Diablo IV

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Whoopi takes to Instagram over Diablo IV beef. Switzerland votes to cut back on fossil fuels. First disabled astronaut says his selection sends a ‘powerful message’. Is Amazon Prime Lite coming to the UK? In this episode:

Marine Conservation Society’s Sandy Luk on the sewage consultation to boost our river and coastal water quality.
Amazon launches cheaper Prime Lite subscription abroad - is the UK next?
Self-propelling robot endoscope ‘could make bowel cancer screening comfortable’
Charity announces ‘historic’ investment in MND clinical drug trial
Tests begin on 3D-printed rocket engine that could power UK space launches

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New dinosaur species discovered on Isle of Wight

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

A new species of dinosaur has been named following a lockdown research project focussing on an Isle of Wight skeleton excavated in the 1990s. Tech & Science Daily discovers more about the vegetarian ankylosaur with Stuart Pond, a scientific associate at the Natural History Museum’s Department of Earth Sciences. Hacker gang Clop pressures ransom victims on dark web. The iPhone that doesn’t need a case. Western diet link to young colorectal cancer.

Also in this episode:

Dog bites heat & pollution link
Meghan & Harry’s $25m Spotify deal axed
How to see five planets in the morning
World’s smallest handbag the size of a breadcrumb

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Scientists create ‘human embryos’ with no egg or sperm

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

University of Cambridge and California Institute of Technology scientists say they’ve created synthetic early human embryos using “reprogrammed” stem cells - opening research potential and ethical concerns. NHS junior doctors resume strike as government pay row deepens. Microsoft temporarily blocked from acquiring Activision. Assassin’s Creed VR game revealed in first trailer. PlayStation Plus new games - and new PS5 streaming.

Also in this episode:

Reddit apps protest: Mods continue blackout amid impasse with bosses
Inflammatory bowel disease links to increased stroke risk
Human ancestor Lucy ‘had knee joints to walk fully upright’

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Vodafone and Three merge to create UK’s biggest mobile network

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:35 GMT

Mobile giants Vodafone and CK Hutchison, which owns Three UK, have agreed a merger to create Britain’s biggest phone operator. ‘Massive impact’ of Covid-19 lockdowns given ‘very little thought’ by government, inquiry hears. AI’s human colleagues ‘lonelier, boozier & exhausted’, says the University of Georgia.

Also in this episode:

‘Google maps for Mars’ lets Earthlings surf Red Planet
Tiny Scottish island get super-fast internet from space
Glow-worm romance dimmed by street lights, study finds
GTA IV & Red Dead Redemption still hits many years after release

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Covid-19 Inquiry: Hearings for bereaved families begin

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The inquiry’s first module will focus on whether the pandemic was properly planned for and “whether the UK was adequately ready for that eventuality”. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer at London Tech Week on AI risks & NHS use. Twitter 2.0 with Linda Yaccarino as boss - but can the platform be "accurate info source"? Revealed: Apple’s cheap Reality One alternative to Vision Pro VR.

Also in this episode:

New cancer study looking at fat build-up in the human body for women and men
Space satellite will map buildings losing most heat
How to spot Venus as it passes through a galactic Beehive Cluster
Sir Paul McCartney says he got a little help from AI ...for ‘new’ Beatles track

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London Tech Week kicks off, and the new AI to beat traffic jams

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak kicks off London Tech Week 2023. From the event: TfL deploys AI-connected sensors to improve traffic congestion and air pollution, we speak to London’s chief digital officer, Theo Blackwell. And, these shoes are made for walking...in VR, with start-up Freeaim.

Also in this episode:

Philippines’ Mayon Volcano erupts: thousands evacuated
R/complaints: Reddit forums have gone dark
Why have so many dead fish washed up along the Gulf Coast in Texas?
Xbox Games Showcase: Star Wars Outlaws and Forza Motorsport announcements
Four’s a magic number...science of the perfect dinner party

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Taurine: The key to slowing down ageing?

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

A study suggests that a lack of a specific molecule which is found in the body - called taurine - could be speeding up the ageing process.

Joe Biden says the US is looking to the UK to “lead the effort” on how artificial intelligence is regulated, and weekend heat-health alert is raised to amber in parts of England.

Also in this episode:

Study suggests that long space missions are damaging astronauts’ brains
Turbulence is increasing due to climate change
Octopuses beat the cold by ‘editing genetic material in less than a day’
Instagram could be getting an AI chatbot with multiple personalities
Whiskers on an elephant’s trunk may help it feel and balance objects
Why curly hair might have more benefits than you’re aware of

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Wildfires: New York hits air quality pollution record

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:03:56 GMT

New York hits pollution record with hundreds of flights delayed amid Canada wildfire haze.

Heat-health warning for parts of England as UK prepares for hottest day of 2023, and a deadly ‘irreversible’ heart condition is in fact reversed in a major breakthrough.

Also in this episode:

TikTok owner ByteDance accused of helping China spy on Hong Kong protesters
WhatsApp adding Twitter-like ability with new 'channels' feature
Crackdown on firms marketing cryptoassets to be introduced by City regulator
Newly-discovered dinosaur may have been a last gasp for its species
Scientists demonstrate wireless power transmission from space to Earth for first time
‘Virgin’ crocodile found to have made herself pregnant

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Cybercrime gang’s ultimatum to major British companies

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Cybercrime gang, Clop, is warning major British companies - such as the BBC, Boots and British Airways - to email them before 14th June or stolen data from over 100,000 staff will be published.

Netflix users discover a way to avoid its password-sharing ban and what to expect from Fortnite Chapter 4 Series 3.

Also in this episode:

Scientists spot organic molecules in a galaxy 12 billion light-years away
AI will now summarise your Zoom calls for you
Psychedelic drugs to treat depression without causing hallucinations may finally be near
Timber recovered from trench believed to oldest carved wood found in Britain
What happened when Charlie Brooker got ChatGPT to write a Black Mirror episode

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WWDC23: Apple’s Vision Pro headset revealed

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

We take a look at Apple’s Vision Pro headset, the company's ‘most advanced device ever’, and share details of what to expect from iOS 17.

A cyber security breach exposes tens of thousands of UK workers' personal details - with the BBC, BA and Boots among victims.

Also in this episode:

AI could ‘kill many humans’ within two years, says Rishi Sunak’s technology adviser - as the PM is set to lobby Joe Biden for UK ‘leadership’ role in its development & regulation
Children's doctors call for ban on disposable vapes
Syphilis and gonorrhoea cases in England hit record levels
Microsoft to pay $20m for child privacy violations
How your office plants are actually working for you…

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Apple to launch ‘mixed reality’ headset

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Our tech reporter on Apple’s expected ‘mixed reality' headset announcement - its first entirely new product for eight years. Nasa invites you to sign its ‘message in a bottle’ that will fly to Jupiter’s moon, and Elon Musk snaps up another top NBCUniversal executive for Twitter.

Also in this episode:

Research suggests fatal heart attacks are more common on a Monday
Activist promoting carbon capture walks from London to Istanbul to mark World Environment Day
'Extinct' butterfly species reappears in UK
Japan to launch satellite made of wood in 2024
The secret to living to 100 may have just been revealed

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Lunar dust warning for future moon missions

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Could dust from lunar landings jeopardise future missions? Reddit responds to criticism of its plans to hike API costs. Are delivery apps charging double for your groceries? South Korea uses AI to 'weigh' North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. In this episode:

University of Aberdeen academics prepare for mission to Mars in bid to prove water theory
Boris Johnson willing to send all Covid inquiry lockdown messages
Driverless car rental service Fetch launches in Milton Keynes
Micro-needling and cupping therapy may have benefits to your skin
Motorola releases new Razr flip phone range

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This wild AI camera takes photos using GPS data

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Describe the scene, generate the photo: Bjorn Karmann’s AI ‘camera’. Speaking to us from Kyiv, Supernatural actor Misha Collins explains how volunteers are demining Ukraine. Developer claims Reddit ‘could charge him $20m a year to keep his app working’. Major leap forward for endometriosis treatments. In this episode:

Danish designer Bjorn Karmann explains the tech behind his Paragraphica camera - see it here
Misha Collins discusses demining in Ukraine and fundraising through United 24
Saturn’s icy moon Enceladus spews massive water plume
Brown fat breakthrough could lead to new obesity treatments
Study: Silent zoo tours can generate new perspectives on animals

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Is AI really a threat to humanity?

Wed, 31 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Expert responds to big tech’s AI extinction warning. Researchers find 4,000-year-old plague DNA in Britain. North Korea’s failed attempt to launch first spy satellite into space. Why we need to tackle in-flight cabin fumes. In this episode:

Cecilia Rikap from City, University of London on artificial intelligence ‘extinction’ warning
Pontus Skoglund and Pooja Swali from the Francis Crick Institute explain 4,000-year-old plague DNA discovery
Chinese Scientist: 'Don't rule out' COVID-19 lab leak theory
‘Smart bandages’ could improve outcomes for patients with non-healing wounds
Why fish are relocating to colder waters
The Red panda that escaped from Newquay Zoo

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Nvidia AI lets you chat to video game cast

Tue, 30 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Demo shows real in-game conversations with NPCs. Are we closer to cargo drone same-day deliveries? Mining firm LKAB on why we need more precious metals. Why Gen-Z are opting for ‘dumb phones’. In this episode:

Nvidia shows off AI-conversations with in-game characters
Dronamics co-founder Svilen Rangelov explains their cargo drone plans
Anders Lindberg from LKAB on why they’re moving a Swedish City for a metal mine
Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes to begin 11-year stint in prison
Scientists: Diet low in flavanols may drive age-related memory loss
Mega study planned to examine how social media and other tech affects mental health
Why Gen-Z are opting for ‘dumb phones’

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Awesome detail of Nasa’s distant galaxy pics

Fri, 26 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Stunning images of galaxies, nebula and stars 200,000 light years away from Earth captured using multiple telescopes have been revealed by Nasa. Switch..is that you..Sony’s Project Q handheld revealed. AI model ‘can predict aggressive breast cancer spread’. Success! Branson’s Virgin Galactic blasts humans into space. Cute rare British hazel dormice get a pre-release London Zoo health check.

Also in this episode:

Neuralink: Musk says brain chip approved for human tests
Scathing reviews for The Lord of the Rings Gollum video game spin-off
MoD trains AI in tanks to destroy moving targets
First glimpse inside Tesla’s Cybertruck

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Harvesting clean energy ‘out of thin air’

Thu, 25 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The synthetic thunderstorms invention by Massachusetts University Amherst, called Air-gen, is being compared to the ‘Replicator’ on Star Trek: The Next Generation. Game reveals at Sony’s PlayStation Showcase. Nuclear clock ‘step closer’ to reality. ‘Digital brain bridge’ helps paralysed man walk again. Iran ballistic missile launch latest.

Also in this episode:

Young diabetes link to dementia risk
ISS astronauts to test new cancer drugs
Why dog owners shouldn’t use ball-throwers on hot days.

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Future AI ‘drone wars’ alert from Elon Musk

Wed, 24 May 2023 11:55:20 GMT

Artificial intelligence-powered “drone wars” sounds like a Star Wars instalment - but now Elon Musk is warning about the very real risk being deployed by on battlefields of the future. Corporate crash and burn for Branson’s Virgin Orbit space firm. The woman who feels no pain. Rare ghost orchid on show in London - with Arnau Ribera Tort, botanical horticulturist at Kew Gardens.

Also in this episode:

Netflix crackdown on password sharing begins
Male video game characters get 50% more dialogue than women
Amazon’s Alexa to offer better advice on periods
Thank crunchie it’s sun-day...awesome close-up honeycomb solar pics.

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Brazil bird flu: Six-month emergency declared

Tue, 23 May 2023 11:57:57 GMT

Brazil’s government declares a six-month state of animal health emergency after its first detection of the highly virulent avian influenza in wild birds. Fake viral AI image showing ‘Pentagon blast’ hits stock market. World’s first AI ballet...but can it Plié?

Also in this episode:

Two billion people ‘exposed to dangerous heat by 2100’.
Why F1 drivers blink at same place in race.
Ancient galaxy built around supermassive black hole.
Space project test to decode alien messages.

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Mega new cyber scams warning includes 'pig butchering'

Mon, 22 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Consumer group Which? is warning about the most convincing scams it’s seen so far this year, also including new phone malware and fake missing person appeals. Chip-for-tat as China bans US tech-maker Micron Technology. Double amputee ex-Gurkha war hero’s historic Everest climb. Also in this episode:

Two million people killed by extreme weather since 1970.
Rome’s Trevi Fountain turned black by climate protesters.
Mount Etna eruption grounds flights at Sicily’s Catania airport.
Sea creatures living in litter from the 1970s.
The Welsh radio operator who heard Titanic sinking.

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Smartphone facial recognition tech fooled by 2D photo

Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Could your smartphone be unlocked using a 2D photo? The device which helps amputees feel warmth in their ‘phantom hand’. Is AI about to hit the workplace “like a freight train”? How ChatGPT is coming to your phone. In this episode:

40% of phones failed facial recognition test: Which? discuss their findings
Institute of Cancer Research explain how they’re using artificial intelligence
Promoting lower-calorie takeaways in delivery apps ‘could cut obesity’
Research shows humans were kissing as early as 4,500 years ago

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Cancer research's 'golden age' AI technology

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The ‘iKnife’ that can sniff out tumours, a breath test to detect lung cancer and how AI saves doctors’ time. Why is Apple being investigated in France? The US state banning TikTok. High detail 3D Titanic model created using deep sea scans. In this episode:

Cancer Research UK’s Sam Godfrey on the ‘golden age’ of research
Quentin Ghesquière from Halt Obsolescence explains Apple investigation in France
Early humans in Europe were making fires at least 250,000 years ago – scientists
Teenagers with obesity should be offered weight loss drug, say experts
Plastic-eating fungi discovered in man-made 'plastisphere'
First-ever full-sized digital replica of the Titanic created

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Is cryptocurrency gambling?

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The Treasury Committee says that ‘cryptocurrency trading should be treated as gambling’.

New iPhone feature can create a voice that sounds like you in just 15 minutes.

Plus, co-founder of Fluus Olivia Ahn explains the first certified fully flushable period pad.

Also in this episode:

How to see the moon’s ‘Da Vinci glow’ this week
Global temperature record of 1.5C ‘more likely than not’ in next five years
Elon Musk says remote work is ‘morally wrong’
Bumblebees warm up carrying pollen, raising climate change questions
Facebook and Instagram paid verification starts in UK
And could a nap be the key to unlocking your creativity?

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Tom Hanks: AI will resurrect me after death

Tue, 16 May 2023 11:50:28 GMT

Forrest Gump star Tom Hanks tells the The Adam Buxton Podcast he could live forever in the movies after death with the help of artificial intelligence. Open University's Ben Rider-Stokes on how Jupiter drifted across solar system. WhatsApp feature to lock and hide conversations...for now. EU approves Microsoft’s Activision takeover despite UK veto. Machine learning improves imaging of cell proteins. Surfers call to stop toxic boards. Why Saturn’s rings are younger than thought. Angry birds...buzzard injures runner in airborne attack.

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London to Sydney in two hours via space

Mon, 15 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The UK Civil Aviation Authority is funding medical studies into the effects of suborbital space flights - in which passengers could go into space for a short period of time, before descending to their destination. Kate Winslet calls for crack down on ‘harmful content’ in Bafta TV awards’ speech.

Plus, we hear how virtual worlds are being used to beat stress at work

Also in this episode:

Nasa AI gives ‘30 minutes of advance warning’ before dangerous solar superstorms strike Earth
Astronomers find ‘objects that no one has ever seen before’
AI firm founder warns that humans could be controlled by robots
Sir James Dyson claims Rishi Sunak's science superpower pledge is hot air
Why baby talk might be more important than you think

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Elon Musk hires new CEO for Twitter

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Rumours spread on who will take over after Elon Musk’s tweet. Wind power overtakes gas in the UK for the first time. Pregnant mum’s life ‘saved by Apple Watch’. How Hammerhead sharks ‘hold their breath’ to stay warm. In this episode:

Astronomers spot the largest cosmic explosion ever seen
Ali Warrington from charity Possible reacts to wind power boost for the UK
A-level students still learning about floppy disks but not AI, Parliament told
Study: AI could help improve heart attack diagnosis
Robot camera finds alligator in Florida water pipe

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Google AI major announcements reviewed

Thu, 11 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Our tech reporter Simon Hunt reviews Google’s newly announced AI tech. Wendy’s to take orders with drive-thru AI bot. The dating app that talks to matches for you. Eurovision’s cyberthreat preparations ‘in a good place’. In this episode:

The biggest announcements from Google’s I/O event with Simon Hunt
Giants of the Jurassic seas were twice the size of a killer whale
Collection of genome sequences hails new era in scientific research
Uber set to launch flight bookings in the UK
The breathalyser that can sniff out diseases in real-time
The dating app which lets AI chat to potential matches on your behalf

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First UK baby born with DNA from three people

Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

The treatment that helps women avoid passing on defective genes to their child. Foldables, tablets and AI expected at Google’s I/O event. Thousands prescribed antidepressants “without sufficient scientific proof they help” Apple brings Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad. In this episode:

AirBnB co-founder Nathan Blecharczyk on rise in demand for private rooms
Experts: Thousands take antidepressants for pain without proof they work
Briton pleads guilty to Twitter hack that included Kim Kardashian and Elon Musk
US challenges hackers to break ChatGPT and other AI models
Mr Beast reportedly buys a whole neighbourhood for his family, friends and employees

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Can AI save school teachers time?

Tue, 09 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Schools minister backs artificial intelligence to take over marking and lesson planning. Mystery Chinese spacecraft returns to earth after 276 days in space. Elon Musk teases free Tesla Full Self Driving trial. Hydrogen plane start-up Destinus planning four-hour trips to Australia. In this episode:

Dr Kaustubh Adhikari on how humans may have inherited a nose shape gene from Neanderthals
Text-to-game? How Lovelace studio’s using AI to create virtual 3D worlds
Hypersonic plane startup promises 4-hour Europe to Australia flights
Butterfly species named after Lord of the Rings villain Sauron
Mark Zuckerberg wins gold and silver medals in first jiu-jitsu tournament

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Film to 4K: Evolution of coronation media tech

Fri, 05 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

It’s a King Charles III coronation tech and media special.

The newly-minted monarch’s big day will be streamed, broadcasted, tweeted, browsed and clicked in high dynamic range, real-time 4K across the world’s devices.

But its been some 70 years since the UK last saw a monarch’s coronation in the pre-Norman Westminster Abbey.

How far has media tech come since the days when the film footage of Queen Elizabeth II had to be flown by plane across the Atlantic to the US, and why did young patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital enjoy a colour television exclusive?

We’ll hear from Alex Falk speaking outside Buckingham Palace, who was 17 years old in 1953 working for the Press Association as a photographer’s runner.

He describes dashing to get shots across town for printing in their Fleet Street dark room.

Plus, Tech & Science Daily is joined by Jean Seaton, professor of media history at the University of Westminster.

Professor Seaton explains the evolution of broadcast media technology, the challenges of sending news footage abroad and why the timeless skill of an eye for a good TV shot is critical.

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Coronation is ‘biggest UK police facial recognition op’

Thu, 04 May 2023 11:58:13 GMT

London’s Metropolitan police plans a massive deployment of facial recognition cameras at the coronation of King Charles III to find alleged suspects and terrorists seeking to mingle among crowds. Interview with Emmanuelle Andrews, policy and campaigns manager at human rights charity Liberty, who says there’s major unresolved accuracy, bias and data sharing tech issues. Hear the soundtrack to Standard’s free coronation NFT. What’s in the centre of Mars?

Also in this episode:

Star swallowing whole planet seen for first time
Video game hides war news to beat Russian censors
Ancient DNA link in 20,000-year-old necklace
How changing seasonal clocks can ruin your sleep

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Can 'leaked' radio signals help aliens contact us?

Wed, 03 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists examine earths ‘leaked radio signals’. Anti-ageing expert highlights two supplements that could actually work. The pet food that could be poisoning dogs. Are you a ‘super memoriser?’ The Ukraine farmer blowing up mines with a remote-controlled armoured tractor. In this episode:

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AI ‘godfather’ quits Google with tech danger warning

Tue, 02 May 2023 11:58:41 GMT

Deep learning and neural networks expert Geoffrey Hinton, 75, fears the explosion of AI such as ChatGPT and Google’s Bard will fuel misinformation and workplace replacement of humans. White House to study employers’ corporate spy tools. Evening Standard’s free King Charles III coronation NFT with crypto artist Trevor Jones.

Also in this episode:

Rave UKraine: DJ Mingulitka on EDM collab
Pings herald NHS Covid-19 app closure
‘World most important fossils’ found in Wales
Space tourism $9,000 zero-gravity gigs

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Russian spacecraft appears to be chasing US satellite

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Russia’s Kosmos-2558 has repeatedly come close to the American military satellite USA-326, which the Pentagon said is meant to gather intelligence.

The Evening Standard’s inaugural tech rich list for the UK, revealing the 100 richest founders in the world of tech.

Nasa extracts oxygen from lunar soil in ‘big step’ towards living on the Moon.

Also in this episode:

Muslim dating app loses appeal against Tinder owner Match Group
Lego 3D printer builds human skin tissue
Wikipedia will not perform Online Safety Bill age checks
Clubhouse cuts half of its staff in mass layoffs
The science behind why we take selfies

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Microsoft hits out after UK Activision Blizzard block

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Microsoft has hit out at the UK after its regulator blocked the Activision Blizzard takeover - saying the EU is better for firms.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom first reactions are here, and thousands born by donor eggs or sperm are set to find out their biological origins.

Plus, the first direct image of a black hole expelling a powerful jet, you can see it for yourself here: https://www.standard.co.uk/tech/science/south-korea-germany-european-southern-observatory-alma-b1077026.html

Also in this episode:

Snapchat’s My AI chatbot appears to be creeping people out
‘Spectacular’ Roman camps discovered in Arabian desert that could change history
Frogs may have spawned type 2 diabetes breakthrough
Elizabeth Holmes delays start of prison sentence
In space no one can hear you scream but now, they can hear you ring them...

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New twist in DNA discovery

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Professor Matthew Cobb from the University of Manchester on the evidence that dispels a common misconception around how DNA’s structure was first discovered.

Dr Usama Kadri from Cardiff University on how they’re using AI and underwater microphones to detect tsunamis. Plus, why the first private moon landing appears to have failed.

Also in this episode:

Astronomers solve mystery around quasars
45% of people with concussion ‘show brain injury symptoms six months later’
Why you might be struggling to sing along to your favourite song
Parrots make Facebook friends over video calls

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First high-res shots of Mars moon Deimos

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Captured asteroid or planetary origin? UAE Space Agency discuss moon mystery. The university turning robot concepts into reality. “Significant step forward” in Alzheimer’s research. The artist who wants to go 50-50 on AI cloned music...In this episode:

Hessa Almatroushi explains the data behind new high-res Mars moon images
InSight Mars lander helps researchers record seismic waves
Dr Robert Siddall on the Natural Robotics Contest 2023
Government pledges £100m investment for AI taskforce
The North Sea power line to connect wind farms to the UK
Blinking fish provides insights into how life first evolved on land
Grimes: Anyone can use my voice for AI-generated songs

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Review into emergency alert fail

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Why the UK government is reviewing the emergency alert. The celebs who’ve got their Twitter blue ticks back. The graphene “tattoo” that could help hearts keep their beat. And the new tea blend that allegedly tastes of “stale cigarettes”.

Also in this episode:

Millions of low-income families missing out on cheap broadband
1912 Titanic inquiry plans sell for £195,000
Northern Lights illuminate the UK sky
Short activity bouts ‘can help type 1 diabetes patients with blood sugar levels’
Researchers develop way to break down masks using fresh air and electricity
The end of Winston Churchill’s favourite tea blend

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XR's Earth Day eco protest

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Extinction Rebellion’s demands as part of ‘The Big One’ eco-event. ChatGPT makes marking coursework ‘virtually impossible’. The Facebook groups selling five-star reviews for cash and products. Elon Musk teases second SpaceX Starship launch ‘in a few months’. In this episode:

XR’s Nuala Lam on their protest plans and government demands
Harry Kind from Which? explains fake review Facebook groups
Can wearing the right sports bra increase running performance?
Scientists may finally have answer to how chromosomes get their X-shape
Study reveals insights into sealed ancient Egyptian animal coffins
Cat who ‘saved’ owner’s life among finalists in National Cat Awards

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Football headers ‘immediately alter brain function’

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

How does the brain react to football headers? Simple test could show your risks of developing cognitive impairment. Nasa says its satellite didn’t cause flash of light over Kyiv. The French company offering fine dining…in space. In this episode:

Manchester Metropolitan University’s Institute of Sport explains football header study
Twitter’s legacy blue ticks finally set to be removed
Mice sent to ISS reveal possible link between gut bacteria and bone loss
Stem cells that ‘get stuck’ may be the reason hair turns grey as people age
Donald Trump releases second wave of NFTs

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AI song with 'Drake' and 'The Weeknd' removed by Spotify

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Ghostwriter977’s 'Drake' and 'The Weeknd' track dropped from Spotify, Apple Music and others. Why we need to act quicker to slow biodiversity loss. UK businesses urged to beef up their cyber security. Stranded Indonesian fishermen survive for six days without food or water. In this episode:

Old NASA satellite set to fall to Earth
Dr Robin Freeman from the Zoological Society of London explains biodiversity study
Losing weight can put type 2 diabetes in remission ‘for at least five years’
Planets hosted by stars with low metallicity ‘may be more suitable for life’
Netflix reveals when password sharing crackdown will finally be rolled out

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Artist refuses photo prize after AI confession

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

German artist Boris Eldagsen’s AI photography entry. Could WhatsApp become blocked in the UK? Elon Musk claims he’s working on ‘TruthGPT’. The boy who got trapped inside an arcade machine. In this episode:

Element CEO Matthew Hodgson on Online Safety Bill encryption concerns
Study: poor diet linked to 14 million cases of type 2 diabetes globally
New shape-shifting antibiotics in the battle against superbugs
Mystery solved: what were the blue spirals seen in Alaska’s night sky?

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Netflix apology for Love is Blind fail

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

What caused Netflix's Love is Blind live reunion failure? Hear the UK’s national alert ringtone before Sunday. Why Elon Musk’s playing down Monday’s SpaceX launch. Why greener jet fuel will reduce passenger demand. In this episode:

We speak to Imperial College London about how air pollution is damaging at all stages of life
Future MND cure ‘possible’ amid ambitious strategy by Doddie Weir’s charity
Angry Birds maker Rovio agrees £625m takeover by Sega
Why Spotify is shutting down Heardle

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Eco-anxiety and How to Deal with It (EON.Next promotion)

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT

In this promotional episode brought to you in partnership with E.ON Next: What is eco-anxiety? Should we feel powerless about climate change? Can small, green changes make a big difference? Climate Researcher and Comedian Dr Matt Winning, and Clinical Psychologist Dr Patrick Kennedy Williams discuss the concept of eco-anxiety, how it affects young people, and the best ways to deal with concerns about the environment. In this episode:

· How eco-anxiety can affect us and our motivation

· Gen-Z’s awareness of the climate crisis

· How humans have recognised climate changes throughout history

· Why we’re not powerless when it comes to climate change

· How sharing your concerns with others can help

Also on the Tech & Science Daily feed is a meditative audio resource provided by E.ON Next. If you want more just search “Power up for Change” in your podcasting app.

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Green Noise Guided Meditation (E.ON Next Promotion)

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 03:59:41 GMT

This is a bonus episode featuring a green noise guided meditation, brought to you in partnership with E.ON Next. If you heard our episode on Eco-Anxiety and How to Deal with It, you’ll know that E.ON Next have created something of an audio toolkit for when eco-anxiety, or anxiety at large, starts to mount.

And that’s what we have for you today - a mindfulness meditation. Here for you when you need to reduce stress, address anxiety and improve your well-being. So if you feel you need it now, or at a later date, this chance to take a pause will be waiting. Ready for you to use for rest, renewal, or just a moment of calm to yourself.

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Lift-off for Esa’s Juice mission to Jupiter

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:30:00 GMT

The European Space Agency's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer mission has successfully launched after rocket and probe blasted off from French Guiana - following the first attempt being scotched by bad weather. The Open University's Dr Ben Dryer, who’s worked on the Juice project, explains the critical one-second launch window and mission challenges. AI sharpens first photo of supermassive black hole. First driverless(ish) car for Britain - at £18 a month. AI helps ID British therizinosaur by dental records, with the Natural History Museum’s Simon Wills.

Also in this episode:

Ghana first to approve Oxford University malaria vaccine
Hearing aids ‘help protect from dementia-linked hearing loss’
Danger work...scientists poke sleeping bears for blood clot study

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New Covid Arcturus strain ‘spreads faster than Kraken’

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:56:50 GMT

The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed Covid’s new Arcturus sub-variant has arrived in Britain. While presently there are under 100 known UK cases, it’s thought to be the most infectious strain yet. Interview with Ashley Johnson, CEO of Applied Atomics, the London start-up making space rocket fuel from water. Astronauts to live in Nasa’s fake Mars for a year. Once-in-lifetime bloom of Ethiopia’s edible tree at Kew Gardens, with research leader Dr James Borrell. Also in this episode:

Universe’s cosmic growth map backs Einstein’s gravity theory
Parkinson’s diagnosis technique breakthrough
Clicking hell...mouse use link to stress levels

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Theranos founder to start 11-year prison sentence

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:57:37 GMT

Elizabeth Holmes was once compared to Steve Jobs, but the failed blood-testing start-up founder will begin her prison sentence at the end of April. An ESA spacecraft is due to launch from Earth this week on the hunt for alien life. Buying Twitter was “no party”, says Elon Musk. Plus, meet New York City’s crime-fighting robots.

Also, in this episode:

95m-year-old dinosaur find: The other kind of Aussie long-neck...
UV light reveals 1,500 year old hidden bible chapter
Competing against ping-pong robots ‘makes brain work harder’
Fork’s sake...Why ChatGPT has more cutlery ideas than humans

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New Nasa telescope 'will rewind time'

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:59:52 GMT

New Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will be able to turn back the “cosmic clock” by capturing larger portions of the universe than ever before. China's ChatGPT Ai bot rival. Government’s vaping starter kit for smokers. Plus, why Herculaneum, Pompeii’s neighbour, was poorly preserved after Vesuvius blast.

Also in this episode:

Super Mario Bros smashes cinema records & beats Sonic
Five new species of frogs from Papua New Guinea revealed by Australian scientists
NHS junior doctors’ strikes “risks patient safety”
Call for ‘cigarette-style’ under-16s smartphones ban
Urban elites consume too much water

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Big tech gender pay gap increases in UK

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:00:24 GMT

Evening Standard analysis finds gender pay gap at UK arms of tech giants including Facebook, Google, Apple and Monzo has gotten worse.

Dementia linked to air pollution exposure and SpaceX plans to finally launch Starship next week.

Also in this episode:

‘Life changing’ cancer drug approved for NHS use
‘Coherent’ radio signal detected from alien planet, prompting hope in search for life
Cash App founder dies after San Francisco stabbing
More details of the national test of mobile alert system
Research finds tigers fit into two main personality types - which one would you be?

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Trial finds psychedelic drug improves depression symptoms for six months

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Trial finds psychedelic drug improves depression symptoms for six months. Ethical hacker explains the dangers of AI data mining. ‘Popping’ plants researchers to expand experiments. World’s ‘most advanced’ humanoid robot admits it’ll never find love. In this episode:

White Hat hacker Len Noe discusses AI and data risks
Professor Lilach Hadany from Tel Aviv University explains future plants sound experiments
Virgin Media forced to apologise over broadband outages
Say goodbye to the Golf as VW sets its sights on EVs
The mathematical equation behind men’s orgasms
UK team to launch ‘live greenhouse gases’ dashboard
Engineered Arts test ChatGPT tech on Ameca humanoid robot

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TikTok fined £12.7m for misusing children's data

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

It’s estimated 1 million under-13s were inappropriately granted access to TikTok. The first woman and person of colour assigned to a lunar mission. The ‘highway code’ for space and avoiding debris. Google’s new tool for flight tickets. In this episode:

Inmarsat CTO Peter Hadinger on debris and the ‘highway code’ for space
Vaccine call to save red squirrels from killer pox
Antibiotics and resistance ‘two-way street’ between animals and humans
Wet wipes ban planned in England to tackle water pollution
Dogecoin boost after Twitter's logo change

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Twitter blue tick removal confusion

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis’s crypto copycat. Will Wikipedia start using AI? The country that has now banned ChatGPT. UK team develops testosterone patch for menopausal women. In this episode:

Oxford Uni’s Origin project to boost mental health
Unlimited fines for sewage dumping water companies
Ofcom cracks down on ‘One Touch Switch’ broadband delay
Deepest fish ever recorded revealed by scientists

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Plants make NOISE when stressed

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Hear the ‘popping’ sounds from plants recorded by experts in Israel. What experts are now saying about the T-Rex. God of War cleans up at the Bafta Games Awards. Virgin Orbit lays off 85% of staff and ceases operations. In this episode:

Migraine and cluster headaches linked to the body's internal clock
Scientists baffled by ‘flattest’ explosion ever seen in space
Bigger selection of non-alcoholic drinks ‘changes choices of online shoppers’
The man who got a new 3D-printed finger

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Elon Musk leads AI pause calls over 'society risk'

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Calls for six-month AI development pause to avoid ‘risks to society and humanity’. School exam board’s warning over AI and coursework. EU approves 2035 zero-emission car law. World's first man-made meteor shower planned for 2025. Titanosaur unveiled at London’s Natural History Museum. In this episode:

World’s first artificial meteor shower getting ready for launch
Professor Jim Saker discusses the EU’s new zero-emission car law
Children living with pet cats or dogs ‘less likely to develop food allergies’
Why nature favours all creatures great and small over medium-sized
How honey bees could help track microorganisms in cities

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Meatballs made from woolly mammoth DNA

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

How a cultivated meat firm made a woolly mammoth meatball. The ultramassive black hole ‘30billion times the mass of the sun’. Researchers create ‘covid or flu?’ sensor. Rise in children ‘split-screening’. In this episode:

Imperial College London launches world’s first research hub for treating child blast injuries
Ofcom report finds rise in children ‘split-screening’
Pioneering “poo transplant” trial gives hope to severely ill cancer patients
How old Master artists used egg yolk in their paint to protect their paintings
Australian detectorist finds £130,000 golden rock

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Moon’s new 'potential water source'

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Signs of water found thanks to tiny glass beads on the lunar surface. THAT pope picture - real or fake? Five planets visible to the naked eye. The beavers being reintroduced to a stately home. In this episode:

Planetary science expert Mahesh Anand explains moon water discovery
UK space sector boosts income by £1billion
Study reveals how face transplant patient recognises new appearance as their own
Climate groups pledge a “tidal wave” of action if Rosebank oil field is approved
Brain discovery ‘aids understanding’ of high blood pressure link to dementia

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AI ChatGPT is a danger to these jobs

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

OpenAI’s list of jobs at risk of being ‘impacted’ by ChatGPT. Expert explains the risks behind banning nitrous oxide. Reports Apple staff aren’t convinced by their AR headset. How other people’s body odour can help treat social anxiety. In this episode:

University College London Professor Sunjeev Kamboj talks nitrous oxide ban
British Starlink competitor OneWeb completes space internet project
Bodies of people with mental illness ‘biologically older than their actual age’
Twitter claims parts of its source code have been leaked
Users set to lose their blue ticks from April

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Mystery of Oumuamua ‘alien spaceship’ solved

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Research by the University of California, Berkeley and Cornell University sheds new light on how the interstellar flying object, which is about a quarter of a mile long, propelled itself. World’s first 3D-printed rocket launch - how did it go? Social media spreads deepfakes of Trump’s ‘arrest’. Mind-controlled robot soldier dogs trialled by army.

Also in this episode:

King Charles post-coronation visitors: Take your socks off to protect floor
Cancer cells being sent to space for brain tumour research
School vape detectors triggered 22 times daily
New row over ancient Stone Henge’s purpose.

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Are Emma Chamberlain’s ‘$10K Instagram DMs’ real?

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Tech & Science Daily podcast examines how the ‘relatable’ 21-year-old Gen Z YouTuber rocketed to fame and fortune. Now, Chamberlain denies knowing anything about a website listing showing a $10,000 charge for a simple Instagram DM thank-you note. ES features journalist Maddy Mussen has the latest. More than one app poses cybersecurity risk, says Irish government - as TikTok preps for US Congress grilling. 'Can ChatGPT make you money for nothing?'. Faraway planet with 10,000-year orbit discovered.

Also in this episode:

Ferrari tells cyber-hackers: We won’t pay ransom
Road noise really does raise your blood pressure
Liver disease and hepatitis evidence in Beethoven’s gene hair sequence
Man reveals ‘snake cat’ ruse that fooled web

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Real Armageddon...asteroid crash pics drama

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:00:10 GMT

Stunning aftermath images reveal swirling clouds of blue dust caused by Nasa’s asteroid-knocking test. Dr Cyrielle Opitom, a comets specialist at the University of Edinburgh, discusses the challenges of tracking the rock called Dimorphos seven million miles away via mega-telescopes in Chile. United Nations warns of water crisis fuelled by H20 ‘vampires’. UK sending depleted uranium tank shells to Ukraine. Hormonal contraceptives link to ‘small increased risk of breast cancer’.

Also in this episode:

Google’s Bard ChatGPT rival launch - adults only
AI biggest tech leap since PC, says Bill Gates
The Roman mosaic buried under a vape shop
Print your cheesecake and eat it...first DIY 3D treat

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First female astronaut on the Moon?

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 12:59:00 GMT

US Navy Lieutenant Commander Kayla Barron, is part of a class of Nasa astronauts that could be selected to be the next humans to step on the Moon. She explains how the Artemis missions could be key to getting boots on Mars. Amazon is cutting 9,000 more jobs and a ‘worrisome’ fungus spreads across the US. Also in this episode:

Fearsome ‘solar tornado’
Bird flu linked to ‘hundreds of seal deaths’
Sir David Attenborough’s tree honouring late Queen
Beavers brought back to London
Disney builds a real Star Wars lightsaber

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Undersea ‘Lost City’ link to alien world

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:00:41 GMT

Scientists from Germany’s Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology examine links between what’s known as Earth’s “Lost City” of hydrothermal systems and oceans found on Jupiter’s moons. Antarctic scientist: I’ve seen icebergs melting. North Korea’s Kim Jong Un ‘simulates nuclear counterattack’ drill.

Also in this episode:

Are aliens hiding in exoplanet ‘terminator zones’?
Public emergency alerts being flashed to UK phones
Bird flu: Vaccine firms human jabs latest
Wonky skull and big ears give night parrot edge
World’s largest Ferris wheel for Seoul

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ChatGPT AI comes to Microsoft 365

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Copilot, means the world's most talked about artificial intelligence system will be embedded into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Microsoft says it will fundamentally change the way we work.

The ‘cosmic concrete’ which could one day be used to build houses on the Moon and Mars.

Scientist behind the discovery of a gene mutation which increases risk of breast and ovarian cancer linked to Orkney islands explains the significance of the findings. For more information visit www.nhsgrampian.org/BRCA1

Also in this episode:

Rolls-Royce gets funding for moon base nuclear reactor
Microsoft report suggests Russia preparing for renewed cyberwar against Ukraine
Volkswagen beats Tesla by unveiling plans for an affordable electric vehicle
Scientists raise concerns over boom in labs handling deadly germs not being matched by regulation
Why your pet might be impacting your sleep…

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TikTok ban on UK government phones

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The Chinese-owned social media app is set to be banned on phones used by UK government ministers and civil servants over security fears.

Virgin Orbit pauses all operations and reportedly furloughs all its staff. SaxaVord Spaceport explains what this means for the future of UK space endeavours and reveals how they plan to boost satellite launches from here.

Also in this episode:

Spacesuit for return to the Moon unveiled
Evidence suggests Venus is ‘geologically active’
Scientists identify dinosaur with the longest neck ever seen in an animal
Study finds earth’s water did not come from melted meteorites as was previously thought
Chancellor announces £1million Manchester Prize for AI
250-million-year-old fossil of sea reptile found in an unlikely place

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Bye ChatGPT, hello GPT-4

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Open AI’s latest chatbot: more creative, and less biassed. Nasa’s plans to destroy the ISS using a ‘space-tug’. The robots designed to boost wellbeing. The house that leaked honey.

Also in this episode:

Cambridge Uni Robotics expert explain their wellbeing robots study
Zuckerberg to fire 10,000 more staff in second round of layoffs
Scientists say some strange ‘highly manoeuvrable’ UFOs seem to defy laws of physics
Massive seaweed blob that can be seen from space heading towards Florida
Ancient metabolic reaction’ that may have kickstarted life on Earth unravelled by scientists
Google announces AI features in Gmail, Docs, and more to rival Microsoft

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UK TikTok ban ‘not ruled out’

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:06:37 GMT

UK security minister awaits review from the National Cyber Security Centre before deciding on the “hugely important question”. Scientists discover a way to potentially prevent breast cancer ‘time bomb’. Aukus: Australia, UK and US sign a landmark nuclear submarine deal, creating thousands of jobs.

Also in this episode:

Two huge icebergs are being tracked
US controversial Willow project is approved
Microsoft lays off its entire ethical AI development team
More than 500 genes linked to lung function discovered
Great apes spin until they’re dizzy to get ‘high’

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Silicon Valley Bank UK rescue ‘protects tech industry’

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The UK branch of Silicon Valley Bank has managed to avoid being declared insolvent by the Bank of England. Nasa is tracking a newly discovered asteroid that could hit Earth in around 23 years. Plus, research by the Sapienza University of Rome suggests there could be some real science behind having a ‘gut feeling’...

Also in this episode:

More than 100,000 treated on NHS ‘virtual wards’ in past year
Study finds stone fragments made by some monkeys found to resemble ancient human ancestor tools
Australia’s ‘Black Summer’ wildfire widened ozone hole by 10% in 2020
FDA approves world’s first fast-acting nasal spray to treat migraines in the US
Amazon wants you to help train its robots

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Mick Fowler: A Life in Climbing (Berghaus Promotion)

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 12:00:57 GMT

Mick Fowler, one of the UK's most celebrated mountain climbers, talks to us about his astonishing career scaling some of the highest, most difficult peaks in the world. From his hillwalking adventures as a young boy with his father, to organising his first major expedition in Peru, and through his battle with cancer, Mick takes us on a thrilling journey. Learn about his triumphs, mistakes, and how equipment has evolved over his five decades in the sport.

This episode has been produced in association with Berghaus Extrem. Find the full range of outdoor clothing at Berghaus.com

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Circular sand dunes on Mars mystery

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Nevermind earthly crop circles, scientists are scratching their heads over these near-perfect round sand dunes on the surface of Mars - see the images here. Space junk: call out for global clear-out action, we speak to University of Plymouth’s Dr Imogen Napper. How fast is London Tube’s new 5G network? Revealed: How dinosaurs grew into giants.

Also in this episode:

‘Cut social media by 15 minutes daily for better health’ - study
Fear of driverless cars increases
E-scooter rider loses £30,000 crash claim
History’s most premature twins set world record

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Scientists revive 'zombie' virus

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Experts warn more ancient viruses could emerge from the ice. Russian missile strikes cut off Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Is another ‘sober-up’ hangover cure in the works? Why a top FBI chief’s warned about TikTok. In this episode:

Evening Standard’s Health Reporter Daniel Keane on new ‘sober up’ drug
Breakthrough for female eggs made from male mice cells
C-section babies ‘get missing birth bacteria from breast milk’
Ancient ocean beasts...are really seaweed
Earth’s water ‘may be older than the sun’

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Warning over NHS celeb weight loss jabs

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Semaglutide: how it works and side effects explained - (check out our full Leader episode on the drug here). International Women’s Day: why more support is available for women in tech. Rainfall ‘set to quadruple’ by 2080. How scientists are attacking cancer cells from the inside out. In this episode:

CEO and co-founder of Curb cravings app on women in tech
Larva lamp...caterpillars easy prey under city lights
Drug hope for bone cancer children
How Bumblebees ‘learn to solve puzzles’ by watching more experienced peers
Mission Possible as Russia beats Tom Cruise to ISS film

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UK Space Agency sets sights on Mars

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

UKSA’s £1.6million investment in space projects. Is the UK now investing in ‘spy balloons’? New test developed for deadly asian bat virus. Headteacher's warning over TikTok school protests. In this episode:

UK Space Agency’s Andrew Kuh on moon and Mars missions
Japan forced to destroy flagship H3 rocket in failed launch
Researchers: Plants’ genetic defences may hold key for crop protection
British scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock honoured with her own Barbie doll
How beavers practise a good work/life balance

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High Seas treaty to save ocean life

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Ocean treaty agreed after ten years of negotiations. Could ChatGPT play a role in the UK government? Vase is ‘only piece of evidence’ of Roman gladiator fights in Britain. TikTok eating disorder content views climb. In this episode:

WWF Chief Marine Advisor Simon Walmsley discusses High Seas Treaty
Views of eating disorder content on TikTok climb - click here to access eating disorder support
Rishi Sunak pushes for UK ‘science superpower’
Report finds Snapchat’s removed next to no underage child accounts in the UK
Rumours Apple will launch an M3-powered iMac this year

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Humanoid worker robots blueprint

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Tech start-up Figure's "general-purpose" concept droid design resembles a slick, next-generation version of parkour-jumping Atlas - with a computer for a face. Former Boston Dynamics and Tesla Engineers aim to build the “first-of-its kind” worker robot to undertake “unsafe and undesirable jobs”. Houston, where’s the USB port...race for moon data centres with US tech lunar tech firm Lonestar. Genetic variants 'link to human infertility'. Is Xiaomi’s new 12S Ultra Concept a DSLR camera-killer?

Also in this episode:

Vegetables and salad shortage sparks UK grow-your-own seeds boom
How whales and dolphins use ‘phonic lips’ to make loudest animal sounds
Electric flight record for vertical take-off plane
Holiday rock...geologist tourist finds secret meteorite crater

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Supercomputers 'powered with brain cells'

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

A “biocomputer” powered with brain cells is being developed at Johns Hopkins University. Scientists are working to vastly expand the capability of supercomputing by electrically “reprogramming” tissue samples in the hope of adding them to hardware components for creation of a hybrid machine. US President Joe Biden faces fight over the controversial Willow Project, a proposed massive oil exploration on Alaska’s North Slope. Giant leap for Isle of Man as space HQ. What’s Nasa’s SpaceX Crew Dragon astronaut experience like?

Also in this episode:

Could 11 minutes of daily exercise help vanquish Grim Reaper?
Nasal spray hope to treat motor neurone disease
Robot prints 3D cells inside body’s damaged organs
Driverless EV ‘repossess itself’ if you miss a payment

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Driverless EV crash data revealed

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:00:23 GMT

Alphabet-owned Waymo reveals stats on crashes and prangs involving its autonomous EVs over one million miles. But how do you swap insurance details with a robot? Healthy middle-age heart could add 'nearly a decade' to life, according to research by Tulane University in New Orleans. You can now speak ‘face-to-face’ with AI. Monstrosity when crochet fans asked ChatGPT for wool patterns.

Also in this episode:

Vitamin D dementia prevention link - Universities of Calgary & Exeter study
Dad takes on YouTube ‘breaching child data rules’
Elden Ring & God of War Ragnarok lead Bafta Game of the Year noms
What time is it on the moon?

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Drones ‘blow up’ Russian spy plane in Belarus

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:58:49 GMT

Anti-government resistance activists in Belarus say the Beriev A-50, reportedly worth £274 million, was targeted in an airfield sabotage attack near the capital Minsk. Cybersecurity report: UK hit with more than six million attacks last year. It comes after a string of FTSE 350 companies fell victim to major cyberattacks since the start of this year. Plus, China unveils its moon lander spacecraft as the space race heats up.

Also in this episode:

The sun is pulsing mystery ‘heartbeats’, says America's New Jersey Institute of Technology
Canada bans TikTok on government phones
Call the (virtual) cops...online police are patrolling games
The driverless car traffic light plan
Could these healthy habits help cut dementia risk?
Cocktails & Nightmares: AI drinks recipes are pretty gross

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US Presidents’ DNA blasts to deep space

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:59:21 GMT

DNA from four American presidents plus remains of late Star Trek crew are being blasted 186 million miles into deep space as “humanity’s time capsule”.

Twitter’s made another 200 people redundant - about 10 per cent of the workforce - before owner Elon Musk tweeted: ‘First day of the rest of your life’. Octopus brainwaves recorded.

Also in this episode:

New Call of Duty & how's your Warzone2 DMZ progress?
Creepy ‘Black Mirror’ VR app replays memories
Crypto-mining rig ‘found under Boston school’
Trick AI used to outfox human Go player.

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E-skin boosts robot self-awareness

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

We hear from the developers of AI-powered ‘electronic skin’ that boosts self-awareness in robots.

Boeing is ending production of the Super Hornet fighter plane used in Top Gun: Maverick.

The sleep habits that could add years to your life.

Also in this episode:

TikTok banned from EU Commission phones over cyberattack fears
Google layoffs hit a team of robots
‘Forbidden’ world could change our understanding of how planets form
Study finds skipping breakfast may be bad for the immune system
ChatGPT helps a driver reduce a parking fine

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‘Monster galaxies’ challenge understanding of universe

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The discovery of six ‘monster’ galaxies date back to within 600 million years of the Big Bang and are far bigger and more mature than scientists expected.

‘Robots to do 39% of household chores by 2033’.

Why Sir Tony Blair and Lord William Hague want everyone in the UK to have digital ID cards.

Also in this episode:

Study finds some smartwatches and fitness trackers could trigger heart attacks in vulnerable patients
Research finds a fungus that could one day replace some plastics
Earliest evidence of ‘uncommon’ type of brain surgery found in Israel
Living close to parks or water sources ‘may reduce risk of mental health issues’
Cars now with inbuilt TikTok, Angry Birds and selfie cameras

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Are the rules of the internet about to be reshaped?

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 13:00:54 GMT

How two supreme court battles in the US could ‘reshape the rules of the internet’.

The reason behind the fruit & veg shortage and how long it’s expected to last.

Plus, a mysterious large metal ball washes up on a beach in Japan.

Also on this episode:

Report suggests ‘a quarter of children’s apps on Google Play do not comply with children’s code’
Researchers finally discover why zebras have stripes
Microsoft limits Bing’s ChatGPT for users as longer sessions ‘confuse’ it
‘Life on Mars impossible to detect with current scientific instruments’
One of the oldest toilets ever discovered in China

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Could a four-day work week become reality?

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

A major four-day week trial has shown most companies see massive staff mental health benefits and profit increase. Are we one step closer to the end of HIV? Researchers say third person ever has been cured after stem cell transplant. Plus, have archaeologists found Britain’s ‘oldest sex toy’?

Also in this episode:

WhatsApp’s latest iOS update finally lets you multitask on video calls
First woman appointed UK's chief scientific adviser
Stroke survivor moves hand for first time in nine years after spinal stimulation
Spain to extradite British suspect to US over Twitter hack
The billion pound science superyacht

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Instagram & Facebook get paid-for verification

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Meta introduces paid-for verification for Instagram and Facebook in a move to improve ‘security and authenticity’.

A man in the US developed an ‘uncontrollable’ Irish accent - We find out about foreign accent syndrome.

Plus, the UK government is urged to outlaw the remote driving of vehicles from overseas.

Also in this episode:

Darktrace orders third-party review into finances
Scientists discover ‘bond villain’ DNA that could transform cancer treatment
One major reason younger people are put off running is revealed
UK risks falling behind in renewables race
Woman accidentally smashes Jeff Koons $42,000 ‘balloon dog’ art piece

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Are driverless cars really safe for cities?

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

How Nissan’s modified Leaf EVs can ‘see round corners’. Why we need more sleep during the winter. Replacement agreed as Youtube CEO steps down. Are LEDs the key to future cancer treatment? In this episode:

Nissan experts discuss their driverless car project in London
Peer reviewed study suggests COVID infection 'as good as vaccines' at preventing severe illness
Contactless payments reach record high in the UK
YouTube chief executive Susan Wojcicki steps down after nine years
King Charles to host biodiversity palace event
Rare wildcats to be released in Devon and Cornwall

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Can CBD treat psychosis?

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

New study set to test CBD on psychosis patients. How women are using Facebook to vet men on dating sites. Glacier warning after scientists film under the ice. Why people are calling Microsoft’s Bing AI chatbot 'unhinged'. In this episode:

Never seen before footage of Titanic wreck released
Did da Vinci discover gravity before Newton?
Giant dinosaur footprint the ‘largest ever found in Yorkshire’
Chinese sniffer-squirrels ‘better than drugs dogs

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Warning over UK police's 'Chinese spy cams'

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Is Chinese CCTV tech a bigger surveillance concern than spy balloons? The election hacking ‘black ops’ revealed in an undercover sting. 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocks New Zealand. Could a new temporary male contraceptive be on the way? In this episode:

DNA breakthrough drug for toddler is ‘NHS record £2.8m’
Government announces £60 million investment in clean maritime technology
Study finds most long Covid patients have organ damage a year later
Hyundai and Kia forced to update software after viral TikTok challenge

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The Science of Love

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The part of our brain that shuts down when we’re in love. How women can smell if there’s chemistry. Why we should spend less time messaging while dating. Evolutionary Anthropologist Dr Anna Machin explains what love is, how it impacts us, and why it’s changing in the modern world. In this episode:

How fMRI scanners reveal the secrets of a brain in love
Which part of our brain shuts down when we fall in love
How apps and social media have changed the way we love
Our brain’s ‘algorithm’ for finding the right partner
Should we message less and meet in-person more?

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China ‘spy balloons’: UK jets standby to fire

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Rishi Sunak’s warning that jets are on standby. Video shows the moment a shooting star asteroid explodes over the English Channel. The UK’s 100 megawatt battery site is switched on. How pigs are helping vineyards make champagne. In this episode:

Premier League closes in on near-£500m deal with EA
First UK patient fitted with heart failure sensor the size of a pen lid
Will the UK snub the EU’s £88 billion science scheme?
How Opera browser is building ChatGPT into its sidebar
Why vineyards in France have brought in pigs from New Zealand

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The Last of Us: Secrets revealed

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

In this special episode, we look at the technology and science behind HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’.

VFX supervisor on the hit TV series, Stephen James from DNEG Vancouver, reveals how they created the post-apocalyptic US that characters Joel and Ellie (Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey) explore, as well as what goes into creating a show of this scale.

Professor of Medical Mycology at the University of Exeter, Elaine Bignell, explains whether a fungal pandemic, like the one portrayed in the Last of Us, could ever really happen.

Also in this episode:

The secrets behind the sets and camera shots
How drones assisted with filming
Real threats of fungal diseases
Why the Last of Us is helping people get interested in fungi

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Google's Bard AI mistake knocks $100bn off shares

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

An advert designed to show off Google's Bard - its answer to Microsoft’s ChatGPT - showed it answering a question incorrectly. Alphabet then lost 100 billion dollars off shares for the mistake.

All the Nintendo Direct announcements - including the latest trailer and price details for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Why killer whales could be the ultimate ‘mummies’ boys’...

Also in this episode:

Space dust fired from the Moon could protect humanity from global warming
WhatsApp adds the feature ‘most requested’ by users
Furry Birkin bag NFT's 'violated trademark rules'
Air pollution particles ‘linked to higher blood pressure in London teenagers’
Analysis suggests China's COVID surge produced no new variants
4,000-character tweets now possible - but there's a catch…

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Wolf 1069b: Could new planet support life?

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Astronomers from Germany’s Max Planck Institute for Astronomy have spied an exoplanet outside our Solar System with a similar mass to Earth, which orbits a red dwarf star and could support pleasant temperatures and water. Did a $100 part spoil Virgin Orbit’s space dream? Keanu Reeves inspires natural antimicrobial product to kill fungus. Electric cars: World’s best place for EV chargers...and battery ethics, with Leo Murray of UK climate change charity Possible.

Also in this episode:

Just Bing it? Microsoft’s ChatGPT-powered AI search engine takes on Google’s Bard.
How codebreakers cracked Mary Queen of Scots’ jail letters
Science behind Australia’s anxious sheep flocking together
Advanced AI? It’s just pigeon-brained learning, U.S. study finds.

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China ‘spy balloon’ explosives probe

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

U.S. Navy divers scour the seabed for debris after the 200ft tall device was shot down by F-22 fighter jets. Crypto: ES tech reporter Simon Hunt on future of UK’s digital pound, dubbed ‘Britcoin’. Safer Internet Day: Improving online security and new parents’ child-tracking app for Apple Watch.

Also in this episode:

AI Asmongold: Twitch World of Warcraft streamer wowed by virtual twin
Study reveals vaping ‘damages immune system’
Titanosaur: Bone cast of world’s biggest dinosaur coming to Natural History Museum
Hear sounds of crashing Arctic icebergs, whales and underwater polar audio
Playing golf is one of ‘best ways for over-65s to stay healthy’

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: What caused it?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

As second massive earthquake devastates region, Tech & Science Daily speaks with Dr Tom Merry, a seismologist and postdoctoral researcher at the Australian National University in Canberra. YouTuber Logan Paul ‘hit with class-action lawsuit over NFT CryptoZoo game’. Collapsed EV battery-maker Britishvolt recharged with buyout plan.

Also in this episode:

Face of 2,000-year-old ancient woman reconstructed
‘Superyacht’ made from mirrored glass to outfox paparazzi
Would you travel in a self-flying plane?
DNA reboot for woolly mammoths.

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Chinese ‘spy balloon’ over US

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Pentagon continue to monitor ‘spy balloon’ spotted over sensitive sites. Why Jupiter has overtaken Saturn’s moon-count. Number of people diagnosed with cancer in the UK 'will rise by a third by 2040’. Why the UK is losing its butterflies, and why that matters. In this episode:

Butterfly Conservation expert Richard Fox on falling numbers
How whisky can help with skin rejuvenation
Bill Gates would ‘rather pay for vaccines than travel to Mars’
Apple, Amazon and Google all offer gloomy outlooks in quarterly results
That Titanic door debate - James Cameron uses experiment to finally answer whether Rose AND Jack could have survived

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Netflix: The end of sharing accounts?

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Warning 100 million Netflix accounts could be affected by password-sharing crackdown - aimed to prevent multiple people from sharing logins outside of households.

All the big announcements from Samsung Unpacked and the 319-million-year-old fossilised fish shedding light for scientists about backboned animals’ brain evolution.

Also in this episode:

Love dogs and horses? Vikings might be to thank
ChatGPT firm trials $20 monthly subscription fee
Facebook parent Meta reveals 55% drop in profits after mass layoffs
Metal detectorist finds gold pendant from Henry VIII’s first marriage
China might have created mutant cow clones

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UK crypto regulation plans revealed

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

New proposals will ‘robustly’ regulate cryptocurrency trading. Can planting more trees cut down deaths in Europe? Why we have an ‘unconscious bias’ when it comes to driving. Bad news if you’ve been using ChatGPT for your homework…

Also in this episode:

Newly accurate map of all the matter in the universe
YouTube steps up battle with TikTok with Shorts monetisation
Meta is shutting down Echo VR - one of its most popular and long-standing and multiplayer VR games
Bird charity banned from Twitter for repeatedly posting about woodcocks - as Elon Musk calls it ‘ironic’

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How to see 'once-in-a-lifetime' green comet

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The Royal Astronomical Society's Dr Robert Massey discusses the green comet which is making its closest approach to Earth in 50,000 years. As well as why it's green and details on how you can spot it. The huge orbit of the comet, called C/2022 E3 (ZTF), comes closest to our planet on 1st February but it will stay reasonably bright for up to a fortnight

Canine cancer treatment hope after University of Singapore scientists modify cells to target drugs. Plus, the world’s first - and only - vagina museum is calling on more support for female anatomy education as it's forced to look for a new London home.

Also in this episode:

Will AI be the first to discover alien life?
Scientists build fairy-inspired flying robot
Giant ancient sea scorpion discovered in New Mexico
The Hadid sisters & Kendall Jenner have got some AI competition

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Harry Potter's Hogwarts Legacy faces boycott

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Harry Potter game Hogwarts Legacy faces boycott over JK Rowling's views on transgender issues. How beans IN toast could combat climate change & revolutionise our diets. Plus, streaming subscriptions fall by two million in the UK.

Also in this episode:

Huge meteorite discovered in Antarctica contains oldest material in solar system
Bear goes selfie-crazy by snapping 400 pictures on Colorado wildlife camera
Introducing routine chickenpox jabs for children ‘could end risky pox parties’
Tesco issues urgent ‘do not consume’’ warning for popular cheese as it 'may contain pieces of plastic'
Latest Super Mario movie teaser shows Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong for the first time

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‘High levels’ of microplastics in operating theatres

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Should we be worried about microplastics in hospitals? 9 out of 11 electric blankets bought online by Which? fail safety tests. How BuzzFeed’s planning to use AI to help with its content. In this episode:

Professor of environmental toxicology on the potential effects of microplastics to the human body
Electric blankets sold on AliExpress, Amazon, eBay and Wish fail Which? tests
New test could detect Alzheimer’s disease 3.5 years before diagnosis
Scientists confirm identity of 17th century Dutch warship off Eastbourne coast
Slow start for Government’s green heating scheme
Sugar tax ‘prevents thousands of cases of obesity per year’ in older girls
Pilot whale stranding shows impact of climate change, say scientists
How BuzzFeed’s planning to use AI tools to personalise its content

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Donald Trump’s return to Facebook

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Meta says Donald Trump would be banned again if he posts “further violating content”, he was locked out after the Capitol Riots in America. A robot that walks using lab-grown mouse muscles, we speak to Mattia Gazzola from the University of Illinois. Cancer Research London reveals cancer cells can change size to evade treatment. Also in this episode:

Nasa: asteroid around the size of a small lorry will pass Earth today (closest recorded)
Shutterstock launches its AI Image Generation Platform
Farmers in England will be paid for managing the environment
The six behaviours to cut you risk of dementia
We’ve been expecting you... GoldenEye 007: new for Switch & Xbox

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Londoners fight Met Police facial recognition

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Scotland Yard responds to Tech & Science Daily after a council's calls for a ban on Met Police's controversial live facial recognition cameras. Why did Microsoft’s 365 cloud services go down? Downdetector showed thousands of reports linked to sites including: Outlook, Teams, Minecraft and Xbox Live. Plus, Nasa’s nuclear rocket express to Mars.

Also in this episode:

America’s TSA No Fly List hacked
Doomsday Clock and why it’s moved closer to midnight for the first time
Economics 'trump environment to save big cats', study finds
What is Twitter’s ‘GodMode’?
Taylor Swift Eras tour bot attack: Ticketmaster says sorry in US Senate

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Rotation of Earth's inner core might be reversing

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

If so, will it alter our days, nights and climate? Scientists in China are investigating. Internet Matters on greater conversations around children’s use of the metaverse. Imperial College London on the latest toxic air in the Capital. Also in this episode:

Mummified ‘golden boy’ found mummified with 49 amulets in Egypt
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope finds signs of 'building blocks for life' in icy clouds
New iceberg roughly the size of London breaks away from the Antarctic
Could this plant toxin discovery help in the fight against antibiotics resistance?
How some pet fish spent cash and exposed their owner's credit card during Pokemon live stream

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Energy discounts for millions of vulnerable Brits

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Energy suppliers are under investigation over reports of customers forced to switch to higher-tariff prepayment meters. Meanwhile, National Grid says they will pay people who turn off their power for the evening. Scientists explain why ‘Avatar motion capture technology’ could track onset of disease. Plus, an end to period-related toxic shock syndrome? Hygiene kit could help cut the risk of infections and infertility from menstrual products, with founder Erin Reid. Also in this episode:

World of Warcraft is going offline in China
Patients taking antidepressants can become less sensitive to rewards
UK & US Study: How beetroot juice helps you lift weights at the gym
UK government to give two biggest steelmakers £600 million to ‘go green’
West Country’s finest: four-year-old entering the high-IQ society Mensa

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Billions of objects revealed in Milky Way

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

For the first time, astonishing 3.3 billion-plus cosmic objects in our galaxy have been seen in stunning detail. DNA damage by Gel nail UV lamps, used at nail and beauty salons. We speak to scientists behind discovery from the University of California San Diego.

Plus, Boston Dynamics unveils latest strong biped robot called Atlas for working on building sites...while doing parkour flips.

Also in this episode:

-Could crypto firm FTX rise from bankruptcy ashes?

-Tiny violins out for cybercriminals struggling to make a living

-How wind farms could boost UK’s EV revolution, following King Charles' donation - with Chris Hayes of the Common Wealth think-tank

-Toad ‘as big as a football’ found in Australia

-Penguins from space! Satellite spies new Antarctica colony.

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Early signs of Orthrus Covid variant

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:00:13 GMT

What are the symptoms to look out for? As the UK Health Security Agency says new Covid-19 variant Orthrus accounts for nearly a quarter of coronavirus cases in England. ChatGPT: Recruitment team used AI ChatGPT for job application - interview with the boss, Neil Taylor of Schwa. Plus, Spotify music analysed in a sleep study included Ed Sheeran and BTS, could they help more than baby lullabies?

Also in this episode:

-Over 250 dinosaur eggs found in India!

-Microsoft to cull 10,000 jobs in US spending cuts

-End of range anxiety? EV taxi company in Nottingham test wireless charging

-Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 update leak latest

-Netflix takes off with private cabin crew job offer.

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Breast cancer research breakthrough

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Halting the spread of breast cancer using a new molecular blocking process. Find out how the discovery stopped cancer metastasis in mice - and what’s next - with one of the scientists behind discovery at Israel’s Bar-Ilan University. Online Safety Bill: Inside social media’s ‘opaque’ algorithms. Plus, Royal Mail boss confirms cyberattack, and is still causing delays posting abroad.

Also in this episode:

- How cute Australian Echidnas blow snot bubbles to keep cool.

- FTX crypto collapse: Crypto exchange says $415m was hacked

- London team probes Pacific volcano blast felt ‘on other side of world’ - after magma discovery

- Food watchdog compares office cake to passive smoking risk

- Test flight success for world’s biggest plane

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Nasa space gun to hunt life on Mars

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 12:59:35 GMT

Hunt for aliens: A University of Maryland–led team is developing a Nasa-funded zapper that can be easily tucked away aboard a spaceship. It uses an ultraviolet ray to scan Martian particles for organic compounds. Secret, huge magma chamber bubbling away near a tourist beach in Santorini, Greece - interview with team investigating discovery. Plus, China's population has fallen for the first time in 60 years.

Also in this episode:

-UK-Saudi solar plan to harness sun’s electrical power from space.

-How drinking milk helped the ancients grow strong.

-Can woolly jumpers help beat facial recognition?

-Ain’t no party like an AI party...with fake guests.

-Getty lawsuit ‘over AI images’.

-Yours for 47 bitcoins...the tasteful new ‘crypto house’.

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Largest SpaceX rocket prepares for blast-off

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 12:59:44 GMT

Let's take a look at the biggest rocket ever launched - the nearly 400ft high SpaceX starship, which Elon Musk says will be launched ‘soon’. Climate: Can Antarctica ice melting be slowed? Interview with Dr Frazer Christie, glacier geophysicist at Cambridge University’s Scott Polar Research Institute. Plus, Uranium at Heathrow airport arrest latest.

Also in this episode:

-Online safety bill: Father of late schoolgirl Molly Russell criticises response of social media firms

-Tesla buyers furious at price cuts after they’ve paid thousands

-Fears of risk to bank account encryption from quantum computers

-Flashback: Latest Sony Walkman update

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Space telescope reveals secrets of how stars formed

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

James Webb Space Telescope images shed light on star and galaxy formation. The real reason we love chocolate. Microsoft employees are set to get ‘unlimited paid leave’. Why Tim Cook has taken a pay cut.

Also in this episode:

Huge win for Europe amid biggest rare metals discovery
Study finds dolphins ‘shout’ over loud ’man-made’ noise to work together
Revealed: What went wrong with the Virgin Orbit rocket?
Smart’ TVs and washing machines may be abandoned by brands after two years

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Why 20K tech jobs have been cut in 2023

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Figures show 20,000 tech layoffs in the first ten days of 2023. Green comet is set to fly by Earth tonight for the first time in 50,000 years and the James Webb Telescope finds its first planet. Crypto giant FTX recovers over $5billion worth of assets.

Also in this episode:

Research: Long Covid symptoms 'resolve in a year' for most with mild illness.
Study shows Ocean temperatures hit record high in 2022
The silent condition which is a major cause of strokes
UAE names oil chief to lead COP28 talks
Will Apple finally make a touchscreen Mac?

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Crypto: Could we see a UK digital pound?

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:03:53 GMT

The UK government is laying down groundwork for a potential digital pound. Flights across the US are grounded because of a “major system failure”. Plus, experts from the City University of London tell us what’s next for Britain’s space efforts after the Virgin Orbit failure.

Also in this episode

Good news in the fight against climate change, the ozone layer is healing and it means global warming can be stopped.
Male and female gibbons sing duets in time with each other
Blood markers ‘may reveal rare form of Alzheimer’s 10 years before symptoms’
Parler’s parent company has laid off a majority of its staff - throwing its future into doubt
A hungry seal forces the closure of a lake in Essex after eating £3,000 worth of fish

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UK space fail: Newquay, we have a problem

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

UK Space Agency reacts to Virgin Orbit mission failure. Meanwhile, SpaceX plans the largest launch in history next month. Why London is the most congested city in the world, and is the iPhone SE gone forever?

Also in this episode:

Scientists map cellular changes linked to endometriosis
Amazon to close down three UK warehouses
How coral reefs are ‘under threat’ from hidden heatwaves
Plans to build the UK’s first nuclear medicine facility producing cancer-fighting substances
UK residents ‘stunned’ by huge meteor spotted in night sky

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Final UK space launch preparations

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

UK's first orbital rocket launch: UK Space Agency’s Ian Annett on the benefits of horizontal space launches, as Virgin Orbit flight is set to launch from Cornwall. Why single-use plates and cutlery could be banned. Could Labour ban smoking in the UK? Also in this episode:

Vaccine that could prevent brain cancer developed by scientists
Apple’s long-rumored mixed reality headset could finally debut this spring
Elon Musk seeks to move trial out of San Francisco, claiming he can’t get fair trial
‘Men more likely to have had identity stolen than women’
Richard Branson on his strange late-night meeting with Elon Musk

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Ukraine: World tech giants helping war effort

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 13:03:11 GMT

Exclusive interview with Ukraine’s Vice PM: Mykhailo Fedorov explains how big tech firms like Grammarly and Uber have been supporting his country. Samantha Renke discusses L’Oreal’s accessible make-up tech at CES. Better Dairy CEO Jevan Nagarajah on how to make vegan cheese taste like real cheese? In this episode:

Virgin Orbit’s UK mission due to launch on Monday
Whatsapp offers proxy server option
PlayStation reveals custom controller for disabled gamers
Fears glaciers will vanish in race to beat 4C heat rise
Could jet mask silence noisy phone chatters?

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CES 2023: New EV revealed

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Sony & Honda team up for new EV and Samsung’s screens get even wilder. Evening Standard Tech Journalist Simon Hunt discusses CES 2023 so far. Amazon axing 18,000 jobs worldwide. How an Apple AirTag helped a passenger track down her lost luggage. Also in this episode:

Evolution of first vegetarian dinosaurs revealed
Meta fined for forcing users to agree to personalised adverts
MPs call for 'war effort' on insulation
Fight Club’s Edward Norton discovers he’s a direct descendant of Pocahontas

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Europe winter heat records smashed

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Climate Scientist Ella Gilbert on Europe’s snow-less ski resorts and record temperatures. FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud. Are we a step closer to the drone super highway? The mini robots looking for leaks in water pipes. Also in this episode:

Tributes paid to last surviving Apollo 7 astronaut Walter Cunningham
Robotic therapy helps dad walk again after crash
World celebrates Braille Day 2023
Matt Hancock ditches his own app to focus on TikTok

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Could robots soon smell diseases?

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT

The tiny sensor that can ‘sniff out’ disease in our bodies at CES Unveiled. Tributes paid to YouTube star Ken Block who died after a snowmobile accident. Why social media ‘doesn’t work’ for older generations. Extinction Rebellion ‘quits’ public disruption. Also in this episode:

Genetic patterns could help predict chances of developing pancreatic cancer
Cybercrime intelligence company Hudson Rock links Piers Morgan twitter hack with major leak
Man with terminal cancer cleared of disease thanks to UK drug trial
Return of Le Fax? French post office tries web-to-letter service

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Review of the Year 2022

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 13:00:07 GMT

Elon buys Twitter, Google finally makes its own smartwatch, and Netflix sees the first drop in subscribers. Tech reporter Alan Martin discusses some of 2022’s highlights from the world of consumer tech. In this episode:

How Elon Musk stole the headlines
Why so many big tech firms have let staff go
Google finally enters the smartwatch game
EU legislation forces changes to the iPhone
Netflix’s plans to crack down on password sharing

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Can this tech fix climate change? | Special

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 13:00:22 GMT

How about driving a solar panel-powered electric car with 4x longer range than an EV? Stealing electricity from plants, or propping up a wind turbine in your garden?

Well, we’ve taken a trip around the world to look at some of the next-generation technology aimed to help climate change, and our cost-of-living crisis.

Take a listen to hear about what’s coming soon…

This episode is a re-run of one of our Tech & Science Daily special episodes from September 2022.

In this episode:

The solar panels you can PRINT by the University of Newcastle in Australia
New World Wind’s “Wind Trees”: the turbines you can put anywhere
Eco Wave Power: How tidal energy could power the planet
Sono Sion: The Solar-powered EV that doesn’t cost the earth
Stealing electricity from plants, with the University of Cambridge

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Exploring a 'hidden world', astronaut Jeremy Hansen | Special

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 13:00:27 GMT

This is a re-run of our special episode to mark Earth Day 2022: We explore the hidden secrets beneath the world’s surface with astronaut Jeremy Hansen, from the Canadian Space Agency.

As part of Jeremy’s cave training with the European Space Agency, he has ventured deep underground rocky caves in Sardinia.

The skill and equipment required means not everyone can experience this mysterious place… until now.

Jeremy relives his journey through the caves, explains their relevance for astronaut training and how this -along with space travel- can help protect our planet.

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Secrets behind Avatar: The Way of Water

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 13:00:01 GMT

CGI water in almost every scene, new facial animation techniques, and using AI. The secrets behind the Avatar sequel revealed, after a decade of work, and an estimated production cost of $350million. Eric Saindon and Daniel Barrett from Weta FX explain the challenges they faced and the tools they used in the making of Avatar: The Way of Water. In this episode:

How CGI water was made so realistic
Making the audience forget they’re watching VFX
Challenges behind the different states of water
How directors saw live-action and CGI together in real time
James Cameron ‘always looking for perfection’
Using a neural network to determine the best facial animation
How does the VFX compare with Marvel’s superhero movies?
Will the VFX be better for Avatar 3 & 4?

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The last white Christmas?

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:00:20 GMT

In a special festive episode of Tech & Science Daily, we’re looking at all things snow.

Vikki Thompson, Senior Research Associate at the School of Geographical Sciences and Cabot Institute for the Environment, University of Bristol, explains the science behind white Christmases and whether they’re in danger from climate change.

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Start Me Up: UK's first space launch

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Virgin Orbit has secured licences for the UK’s first space launch and we hear from the lead scientist who uncovered the ‘first record of a dinosaur eating a mammal’.

Plus, Musk says he will step down as Twitter CEO once he finds ‘someone foolish enough’ to replace him.

Also in this episode:

Nasa’s Insight Mars lander goes dark after 4 years on Red Planet
Queen’s ‘hedgehog’ mushroom among new discoveries recorded by Kew Gardens in 2022
Archaeologists pinpoint ‘tomb of Jesus’ midwife’ in Israeli forest
Star Trek-style detector 'could spot alien spaceships’ in the Milky Way
Rolls-Royce completes build of UltraFan demonstrator engine designed to run on sustainable fuel
Messi's World Cup photo beats egg to be the most-liked picture ever on Instagram

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Supercomputer predicts extinction

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

A supercomputer has predicted mass extinction by 2100 with a quarter of Earth’s species lost. We find out about the AI tech that could fix the food waste problem. The Met Office says 2023 will be even hotter than 2022 - and one of the warmest years on record.

Also in this episode:

Stem cell regenerates baby’s heart
Trees store 'twice as much carbon' as once thought
The ‘skin’ that lets you ‘touch’ things in the metaverse
Rescued turtle that would not have survived in the wild arrives at its new home
Cyberpunk 2077 offers its characters winter onesies

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Twitter poll votes Musk to step down

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk looks set to step down as Twitter CEO, following results of a poll he conducted on the platform. Also in Twitter news, it’s banning users from linking to Facebook, Instagram and other rival platforms. A ‘historic’ deal to protect nature has been agreed at the UN biodiversity summit, COP 15.

Also in this episode:

UK's cancer death rate has fallen 16% in last 20 years
China’s top epidemiologist says the country will face three Covid waves this winter
Insurers shun FTX-linked crypto firms
MPs report finds hydrogen is ‘not a panacea for reaching net zero’
UK’s cold snap comes to an end… but we might now have other problems

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Toxic metal warning for London Tube

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

London Tube warning: toxic metal particles could get into your bloodstream. Twitter is blocking links to rival platform Mastodon. Why concerns have been raised over children using VR headsets. Also in this episode:

Livestock farming polluted rivers 300 times in one year
Virgin Atlantic to launch first transatlantic net zero flight
Study reveals the five factors linked with long-life
Dell’s prototype modular laptop
Unreal Tournament 3 returns to Steam

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TikTok algorithm teen safety alert

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Study: TikTok is ‘pushing harmful content into teenagers’ feeds’. Headspace CEO on why we need to “brush our brains”. How coffee can ‘perk up’ semiconductors. Also in this episode:

Grounded: Twitter bans user tracking Elon Musk’s private jet
The drone on Mars ready to tackle the red planet’s hills
Why Google won’t launch a ChatGPT rival
Will Apple allow rival app stores on iPhone in the EU?
The UK’s top Alexa queries of 2022 revealed

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Could this AI chatbot take your job?

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

ChatGPT: the AI chatbot touted as teacher and journalist replacement. Nuclear expert Dr Peter Martin on nuclear fusion powering our homes. Why tidal energy could replace fossil fuels and nuclear. The Christmas asteroid set to zoom past earth. In this episode:

TPGen24 founder Stuart Murphy on tidal power
Gene-edited hens may end the cull of billions of male chicks
Promising results announced for mRNA personalised cancer vaccine
Female genitalia taboo ‘misdiagnosed snake double clitoris’
‘Artificial womb’ startup aims to grow pod babies

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Nuclear fusion breakthrough is energy 'holy grail'

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 13:01:48 GMT

Have we finally cracked nuclear fusion? US announcement expected soon. More bad news for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. How AI can boost breast cancer diagnoses. The Christmas lights that could give you a real shock. Also in this episode:

Elon Musk dissolves Twitter’s Trust and Safety Council
NZ high-tech land yacht breaking wind-powered record
New domestic abuse campaign launches on Tinder
Rick And Morty co-creator’s video game where the guns talk back

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Nasa Orion moon capsule splashdown

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Historic moment for Nasa’s Artemis mission as its Orion capsule splash-lands in the Pacific Ocean following completion of a 26-day, nearly 1.5million-mile flight testing systems ahead of a future human mission to the moon. James Webb Space Telescope spies youngest baby galaxy. Musk vs Cook as Twitter bumps price of Apple iOS tick verification. Early reviews in for Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion. Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctic survival row rebooted for charity. Teen ‘leukaemia-free’ after breakthrough cell-editing therapy. Walrus on English beach alert! Public told to keep distance. Geminid meteor shower set to illuminate night skies.

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Secrets of Solar System’s ‘ghostly glow’

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:59:45 GMT

Scientists from Arizona State University have discovered eerie, mysterious light ringing our solar system after scouring 200,000 images from Nasa’s Hubble space telescope. Who are the artists being flown to the MOON by a billionaire? Kew Gardens botanists are investigating apple DNA - Tech & Science Daily finds out more with Dr Ilia Leitch, senior research leader in character evolution. God of War Ragnarök among Game Awards winners...plus stage-crasher! UK shivers in coldest December for 10 years. Megalodon ancestor tooth found in vast ‘shark graveyard’. Running for the bus ‘could cut early death risk’. Unravelling why particular dog breeds are suited to certain tasks.

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Could world’s oldest DNA save the planet?

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Cambridge University’s Professor Eske Willerslev on why understanding TWO-MILLION-year-old DNA found in Greenland could be critical to help saving Earth. TikTok ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing’ sued over child safety. Ex-Theranos exec Sunny Balwani jailed for nearly 13 years. Stunning 50-year-old Moon landing shots remastered from Apollo 17. Game Awards 2022: Horizon Forbidden West and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope nominated - analysis with the Evening Standard's Vicky Jessop. Hope London Eye 'could stay by Thames for generations'. US city police pause on ‘killer robocops’ gun plan.

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UK orbital space rocket launch latest

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

A 747 plane will take off from Cornwall Airport Newquay on Wednesday and release its satellite-packed rocket on the Virgin Orbit mission, with the mission planned a little after 10pm GMT. How a chance discovery during liver drug research led to news Covid-19 treatment hope - interview with Cambridge University’s Dr Fotios Sampaziotis. What next for China after post-lockdown Zero Covid strategy crumbles amid public protests? Better Call Seal…Dr Isabelle Charrier from the Institute of Neuroscience at Paris-Saclay University on study revealing how pinniped pups know mum’s bark hours after birth. Strep A deaths: what are symptoms to lookout for? Huawei smartwatch ‘hides bluetooth earbuds inside face’. “Nay” to IRL horses in Met Opera digital upgrade.

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Nasa’s Orion moon probe is Earth-ward bound

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

It’s the home stretch for Nasa’s space capsule, which made a final lap around the moon before heading back to Earth while testing systems for a 2024 human lunar mission. How soon until AI search chatbots replace Googling? Scam warning as fake money ads beat social media filters in Which? consumer investigation. Robot dog unleashed at Heathrow Airport. COP15 biodiversity: Better policy and more cash to stop habitat loss, urges London conservationist. Elon Musk’s Neuralink probed over brain chip research animal deaths. Shirtless Robert Pattinson clones in Mickey 17 sci-fi thriller teaser by Parasite director Bong Joon-ho. Why you get the sniffles during cold snaps.

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World’s biggest telescope hunts aliens

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The Square Kilometre Array is being built in South Africa and Australia to hunt deep into the galaxy for the origins of the Big Bang and even investigate extra-terrestrial life. Prince of Wales: ‘We can repair Earth’. Climate change: coral microbiomes sleep when it’s winter. Mystery of 2,500 dead seals found on Russia’s Caspian Sea coast. Chinese taikonaut trio back on Earth after six months building in space. Eleven-year-old banned from Valorant on Twitch for being under age. ‘No bones’ TikTok “no bones” pug dog star dies.

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Musk suspends Kanye West’s Twitter

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk suspends Kanye West from Twitter for inciting violence as Tesla finally delivers its first ever battery-powered heavy-duty truck.

Lauren Brent, Associate Professor at the Centre for Research in Animal Behaviour, University of Exeter, tells Tech & Science Daily, how some female monkeys prioritise friends and ‘actively reduce’ their social circle as they age - in a similar way to humans.

Also in this episode:

‘Covid-19 can remain on some groceries for days’
Mars mega-tsunami ‘caused by asteroid strike’
Scientists finally crack mystery behind Namibia’s strange fairy circles
The headset that could treat Alzheimer’s
Google opens its first accessibility research and development centre in the UK
Owl-shaped plaques might be more fun than you think

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Crypto: Ex-FTX boss breaks silence

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Former FTX boss has broken his silence since the crypto firm’s bankruptcy - while thousands remain locked out of savings. Tech & Science Daily hear from one of the astrophysicists behind the discovery of a star ‘squeezed like a toothpaste tube’ by a supermassive black hole. Plus Spotify Wrapped is back - with a new ‘music personality’ feature.

Also in this episode:

UK’s top trending YouTube video for 2022 revealed
Fossil ‘overturns more than a century of knowledge about origin of modern birds’
Elon Musk’s Starlink internet satellites to be used in UK government trial
San Francisco to allow police 'killer robots'
Hey Duggee blasts off to space… kind of

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Alzheimer’s disease drug breakthrough

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:00:45 GMT

Alzheimer’s breakthrough ‘beginning of the end’ for the disease. YouTube daredevil Danny MacAskill on old-school videos and algorithms. Creepy Zuckerberg deep fake goes viral. Mariah Carey vs Bats: which has a better vocal range?

Also in this episode:

Tesla is 'redesigning the Model 3’.
Researchers discover two new minerals on meteorite grounded in Somalia
China sends new crew to Tiangong space station
‘Enough Christmas turkeys available’ despite Avian flu outbreak

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Nasa’s Artemis 1 Orion capsule breaks record

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Nasa's Orion capsule has reached the farthest distance from Earth, shattering the record for the maximum distance a spacecraft designed to carry humans has ever been.

The government is accused of ‘weakening’ Online Safety Bill as it’s revealed more than 1.6 million social media accounts are owned by underage children.

Professor Anthony Gordon, Chief Investigator of a multi-million-pound trial involving Covid scientists tells Tech & Science Daily about how they plan on rapidly finding flu treatments.

Also in this episode:

Crypto firm BlockFi files for bankruptcy after FTX collapse
Mummies with golden tongues discovered by archaeologists in Egypt
Australia argues against Great Barrier Reef's recommended endangered status
Research suggests a mother’s high fat diet may rewire male & female babies brains differently
Musk feuds with Apple over Twitter advertising

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Move over Dippy, meet Titanosaur

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:00:02 GMT

Giant dinosaur ‘Titanosaur’ to replace Dippy at Natural History Museum. Japan’s steam-propelled moon spacecraft. Why Pokémon fans aren’t happy with the new Scarlet and Violet Switch games. Scottish football’s move away from headers.

Also in this episode:

Rolls-Royce tests a jet engine running on hydrogen
Amazon to see £29m tax hike in business rates shake-up
New Sir David Attenborough BBC Earth Experience set for London
What’s in your Xmas dinner? Investigation reveals traditional roast dinner contains 230,000 microplastics

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Black Friday scams and how to avoid them

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Top tips for avoiding scams on Black Friday. Met police use malware to take down scammers. Could we see flying cars by 2050? Elon to reinstate suspended Twitter accounts. In this episode:

Sadiq Khan on London’s ULEZ scheme expansion
Online Safety Bill to tackle deep fakes and ‘downblouse’ images
Charles Darwin document on auction could fetch £1million+
Mercedes $1,200 subscription for ‘acceleration increase’ add-on

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Plug It In: EV dream of 1,000-mile mega battery

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

This special series looks at the future of electric vehicles as part of the Standard’s Plug It In Summit in London, where representatives from the tech and motoring sectors will discuss how EVs could help cut pollution to meet carbon emissions targets.

With more drivers seeking to go electric but worried about cost and battery life, what happens to power performance when temperatures drop?

The race is also on to find more eco-friendly alternatives to dwindling minerals needed for building super-fuel cells of the future.

Tech & Science Daily meets Dr Billy Wu, senior lecturer at Imperial College London, and an expert in electro-chemical energy technologies.

His research focuses on “energy density”, how to make car batteries last longer and go further.

We discuss whether more range really is better, improving battery life and concerns about running out of critical resources such as lithium, cobalt and nickel.

More info: standard.co.uk/plugitin

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Plug It In: EVs using driverless tech

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:00:43 GMT

The autonomous vehicles being used in London every day. Wayve’s AI tech that learns more about the roads on each trip. Could driverless vehicles deliver you groceries in the next few years? Kaity Fischer, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Wayve discusses their technology that can make any EV driverless. In this episode:

The tech that can be used on any EV
How the AI system learns from video and photo data
The AVs being tested in London every day
The grocery chains planning to use the technology
When will we see driverless vehicles on the roads?
How AV EVs can make the world greener

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Plug It In: London’s electric tram-buses

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:00:46 GMT

In today’s special EV episode, Tom Cunnington from Transport for London explains the technology behind the city’s new tram-buses - or ieTrams, as they're also known. He also discusses TfL's wider mission to get all their buses carbon neutral and how they’re trying to entice more people to ditch their cars.

This week, we're looking at the future of electric vehicles as the Evening Standard prepares for its Plug it in Summit in London. Where global leaders will be meeting in the city to talk about how EVs can be part of ambitions to bring down carbon emissions to net zero by 2030.

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Plug It In: EVs, sounds and stress-free driving

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Are quieter EVs less stressful to drive? The science of listening to music behind the wheel. Plus we put three EV Virgins to the test in and around London. Professor Duncan Williams from Salford University discusses the benefits of low-noise EVs, and we hear from three Londoners on their experiences using electric cars for the first time. In this episode:

Pros and cons of a low droning noise while driving
Is quieter better?
Why radio stations no longer need to compress their sounds
EV virgins on charging, one-foot driving, and fuel anxiety

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Twitter ‘sabotage alert’ shuts offices

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:00:49 GMT

Staff morale hit as reports suggest workspaces are closed temporarily and passes revoked ahead of Monday - analysis with Marcus Gilroy-Ware, lecturer in creative digital media at SOAS, University of London. FTX crypto collapse: New boss slams ‘unprecedented failure’. Breathtaking ‘blue marble’ Earth photo snapped by Nasa’s Orion probe. Galactic tourists could float 19 miles up from ‘spaceport’ ships anchored at sea for £90,000+ trips. ‘Pay-as-you-drive’ Japan EV mileage plan. Mega 12ft turtle roamed Earth 83 million years ago. First sighting of black-naped pheasant-pigeon in 140 years. Buzzing...how ‘social’ groups of bees travel further for tastiest pollen.

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World’s fastest 256mph electric car

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

A £1.75 million Nevera super-EV by Rimac has just become the fastest of its kind - just 50mph more needed to beat an ICE Bugatti. Nasa’s James Webb space telescope reveals baby star. Deaf people can ‘see’ conversations with AR smartglasses, Love Islander Tasha Ghouri tests out the tech. Netflix lets viewers block their ex from sharing passwords. Hawaii freedivers remove 53 tons of rubbish from reefs and beaches. FTX crypto collapse: Founder and promo celebs ‘sued in class action’. MrBeast bests PewDiePie as top YouTuber. Unhealthy...runner ‘chain-smokes through China marathon’.

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Nasa Moon rocket blasts off!

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:59:16 GMT

Launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida is a tester for the first human lunar mission in nearly half a century, which is planned for 2025. Alien compounds found in Winchcombe meteorite. Could ‘molecular scissors’ fight Covid-19 infection? Youngsters 'at hearing loss risk from headphones and earbuds'. Probe over pollution link to thousands of mystery North Sea lobster and crab deaths. Fast food door-to-door app Deliveroo quits Australia. Fake ‘fillet steak’ grown in lab apparently tastes pretty good. These ECs were early EVs...1950s electric cranes honoured.

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Earth now has record 8 billion people

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The United Nations describes figure as a “milestone in human development”, with a peak of 10.4 billion people expected in the 2080s. Global warming: Nasa satellite reveals world’s largest iceberg drifting towards Equator. London scientists discover ‘electrical language’ of breast cancer cells. Have Chinese YouTubers ‘MacGyvered’ a foldable iPhone? New evidence on birth of galactic gamma rays. Amazon Prime Air drones drop parcels from nearly four metres high...as fears grow for ‘thousands of recession job cuts’ at e-retailer. Weird, wonderful creatures living by ancient Indian Ocean volcanoes.

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Black Friday fraud alert

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

With the Black Friday online sales bonanza nearly upon us, young bargain hunters are being warned of online scams by the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau. King games president on Candy Crush Saga 10th anniversary. FTX crypto scandal - founder denies fleeing to South America. Electric vehicle road tax plans and Evening Standard EV summit - check out standard.co.uk/plugitin. COP27: Fears over 1.5C global temperature compromise. World Diabetes Day 2022: Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation UK treatment centre heralds ‘life-changing results’. How intergalactic garbage-collecting robot ‘squid’ could scoop up deadly space junk. Police officer ‘discharged’ over attempted $400 Pokémon cards ‘con’.

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Musk warns of Twitter bankruptcy possibility

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk warns of Twitter bankruptcy as more senior executives quit while US regulators say billionaire is ‘not above the law’.

House of the Dragon VFX supervisor explains the challenges they faced during the series and History Channel divers find a piece of the exploded space shuttle Challenger.

Also in this episode:

‘Overweight’ neutron star defies a black hole theory
'Leap forward' in tailored cancer medicine
Company using AI to make apps for businesses explains importance of how we use the technology
Stirling becomes a ‘fully augmented reality city’
The science behind why some monkeys are nicer than others

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Crypto crisis deepens as Binance U-turn on FTX bailout

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The cryptocurrency crisis has deepened after Binance walked away from the FTX bailout deal.

Record amounts of online child abuse blocked as calls for UK Online Safety Bill intensify and Joe Biden says Elon Musk’s connections to other countries 'worthy of being looked at'.

Also in this episode:

Is a BeReal ‘copycat’ feature Glimpse coming to Instagram?
Scientists identify nerve cells that help patients walk again after paralysis
Antibody jab approved for common winter virus RSV
Broccoli gas could be used to detect alien life on other planets
A UK-Swiss science deal is in the works as both nations are barred from an EU scheme
Google introduced new feature to help you navigate the energy crisis
Why it might be ‘world events’ keeping you up at night...

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Zuckerberg fires 11,000 Meta employees

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg is firing 11,000 Meta employees as part of a widespread restructuring to cut costs at the company.

The cryptocurrency market has been rocked by the near-collapse of FTX and the discovery of 2000-year-old Italian bronze statues will 'rewrite' history.

Also in this episode:

First known sentence written in ancient alphabet discovered - on a head lice comb
Elon Musk sells almost $4bn of Tesla shares
Nasa reschedules Artemis Moon rocket launch ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole
A study suggests fertilisers confuse bumblebees, making them less likely to land on flowers
Key protein discovery could help with early lung cancer detection and treatment
Why hitting the snooze button might be good for you

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Is Twitter going behind a paywall?

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Twitter is so far staying silent over reports that Elon Musk is discussing putting all of the platform behind a paywall.

Archaeologists think they may have found Cleopatra’s tomb after they unearthed a tunnel 43 feet below an ancient temple and a study finds that if you want to fill the dancefloor then it’s all about that (very low) bass.

A new drug is offering lifeline to women with a rare aggressive form of breast cancer, Gears of War is finally being made into a film and a kitten found with no sex organs confounds an animal charity.

Plus, there’s an ‘exciting’ development in tackling untreatable high blood pressure, notorious Instagram influencer ‘Hushpuppi’ is jailed for 11 years and why we’ve all got air-fryer fever.

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Backlash against Twitter’s unlabelled parody accounts ban

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:05:08 GMT

The latest reaction to the Twitter parody accounts ban following Elon Musk's decision to monetise verification ticks. Many are criticising the move as the billionaire is the subject of a large number of these types of accounts and Musk professes to be a ‘free speech advocate’.

Has a scientist tracked down a runaway murderer using AI facial recognition? Lord Lucan is accused of brutally killing Sandra Rivett in 1974 with a lead pipe.

Plus, lab-grown red blood cells have been transfused into people in a world-first clinical trial.

Also in this episode:

Instagram introduces age verification tools for UK users
Rishi Sunak appeals to world leaders for a push on 'clean growth' at COP27
Researchers say lung disease spotting AI say it ‘could be key to cutting hospital pressures’
Apple warns of delays with its new iPhone rollout due to a Covid outbreak in China
Cases of mouth cancer in the UK on the rise
Scientists say a new star system discovery may be the oldest in our galaxy

Scientists say a new star system discovery may be the oldest in our galaxy

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The future of AI with Paddy Cosgrave | Web Summit 2022

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:57:57 GMT

Web Summit CEO Paddy Cosgrave on why AI is such a huge topic in the tech world. Ring CEO Jamie Siminoff reveals plans for Ring Drone to roam around your home. Mozilla President Mark Surman on why algorithms need to be user-focussed.

Plus:

Twitter begins cutting jobs following Elon Musk takeover
Prince William reveals Earthshot Prize finalists
Why the NHS is putting maggots in patients’ wounds

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Why going ‘passwordless’ is the future | Web Summit 2022

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:58:47 GMT

Coming to you from Web Summit in Lisbon, we speak to the CEO of 1Password Jeff Shiner. He discusses the benefits of super secure ‘passkeys’ and going ‘passwordless’, and Daan Luining co-founder of cultivated meat joins us to discuss why people are more open to the idea of lab-grown meat.

Plus:

WhatsApp’s new communities feature
Scientists warn about pre-symptomatic monkeypox
And the university preparing to speak to aliens

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Elon reveals Twitter blue tick subscription

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk’s plans to charge for blue ticks: our tech reporter Simon Hunt dissects the story. First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska calls for help from the tech community at Web Summit. The tiny microscope designed to help speed up breast cancer treatment. Plus:

Majority of gig economy workers ‘feel under threat from review websites’
SpaceX launches its powerful Falcon Heavy rocket
Google updates home page with Lens image search
Exercise in the afternoon or evening ‘may be better for blood sugar control’
The best spots in the UK to watch bonfire night fireworks

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Nasa plans trip to 'golden asteroid'

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Nasa’s mission to a far-away ‘golden asteroid’. Could it be the core of a long-dead planet? Researchers in Canada issue ‘superbug’ warning about sewage bacteria. Instagram apologises for spooky Halloween outage on the app. Plus:

The UK’s getting a brand new rocket launchpad by Orbex
A newly discovered species of owl
Why Rhinos' horns have gradually shrunk over the last 100 years
Trees incorporated into farming could help the sector achieve net zero
Reports a future update to GTA online will let players make their own music in the game

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The Science of Fear | Horror special

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:59:00 GMT

What's the best scary movie to watch? But do we lack empathy if we enjoy horror? Behavioural scientist Coltan Scrivner, from the Recreational Fear Lab, explains the science behind our fascination with fear.

In this episode:

What is morbid curiosity?
How our bodies react to horror
Why are we drawn to shows like Terrifier 2 and Netflix’s Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
Do we lack empathy if we like scary films?
Recurring themes in horror movies and why they’re used
The morbid films a behavioural scientist watches…
Can horror have a bad impact on our mental health, or is it beneficial?

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Where is Twitter headed now?

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 12:06:07 GMT

Elon Musk kicked off his ownership of Twitter with a load of firings and repealing the ban on former US president Donald Trump from the social network. Reports suggest Musk wants to become interim CEO. We speak to the founder of crime insight app WalkSafe+ which 'helps firms ensure workers get home safely'. Nasa spacecraft probes Mars deep impact.

Also in this episode:

New PM Rishi Sunak slammed for skipping COP27 climate summit.
London electric buses powered by world-first rapid charging.
Naming of the shrew...Facebook post leads to new British mammal discovery.
How relaxing and gentle piano sounds soothe nightmares
Do the moonwalk...7mph robot rollerskates.

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Elon Musk carries SINK into Twitter HQ

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:58:22 GMT

Billionaire stokes rumours he’s sealed $44 billion deal to buy Twitter, with shares prepared for suspension ahead of deadline. Nasa discovers ‘super-emitter’ regions pumping out record toxic methane. Real mobile broadband...internet on ‘any moving object’. Don’t believe the 5G hype - it’s not that fast, study finds. Bitcoin boost from sterling chaos of mini-Budget. Emperor penguins are at risk from climate crisis placed on endangered list. Keeping Chinese taikonauts at room temperature 250 miles above earth. Metaverse is causing ‘supersized’ losses, investors warn. My life’s work...TikToker who plays dead lands TV role on CSI.

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Spotify says Apple ‘choking competition’

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

More anticompetitive criticisms have been made against Apple. Spotify has accused them of ‘choking competition’ when it comes to audiobooks and there’s been a backlash over their recent changes to rules on NFT-powered apps.

Also, the secret communications of over 50 sea animals have been discovered and it could rewrite what we know about evolution.

Also in this episode:

Apple confirms iPhone is getting USB-C
Google and Microsoft hit by advertising slowdown
A report finds that climate change is threatening global health
EE launches cyber security monthly packages
Scientists discover six new species of rain frog in Ecuador
Mummified boy buried in unmarked grave 400 years ago identified as son of powerful Austrian count
TikTok’s favourite emu Emmanuel might be a bit of a drama queen

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‘Ritual cannibalism’ in stone age DNA discovery

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:59:20 GMT

Scientists at London’s Natural History Museum, UCL and the Francis Crick Institute have extracted DNA from the oldest stone age hunter-gatherer Britons - and made a gruesome discovery. We speak to Dr Selina Brace, the museum’s principal researcher in ancient DNA. Why was WhatsApp down? Midnights: Taylor Swift’s Reputation for smashing streaming records. ‘Human washing machine’ uses AI to pick relaxing videos while-u-soak. What happened to the worst Covid 19 strain? Electric car-plane’s vertical take-off. Royal Mail stamps without barcode to be defunct in 100 days. Gamer's mission to scan every PlayStation 2 manual in 4K.

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iPhone and iPad big day of updates

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:59:12 GMT

Owners of the latest iPhone and iPad - there’s a whole load of new features available in the latest iOS software update. Why has Elon Musk’s Neuralink ‘show & tell’ been delayed? Scientists link thunderstorms and forest pollution. ‘Our nuclear email was hacked’, says Iran. TikTok trolls ‘target filmmaker over sexual consent short’. Millions invited to take part in world’s largest health research programme. Call for disposable vape ban. How to see October solar eclipse - last of the year

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Rare meteorite unlocks solar system secrets

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The meteorite thought to be from the beginning of our solar system: Professor Sara Russell from the Natural History Museum, explains how exciting the discovery is. Instagram launches new security features to support public figures. Fans of Taylor Swift reported outages on Spotify as her new album ‘Midnights’ dropped this morning.

Also on this episode:

Amazon facing £900m lawsuit in UK over use of 'secretive and self-favouring algorithm'
Silent Hill 2 by Konami latest!
Has Hawaii’s vast marine conservation boosted tuna stocks?
A smile could make us happier, study says
Tonight’s the night for the Orionid meteor shower

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Expert on Nazi shipwreck chemical leak

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

As a new study is warning about toxic waste leaking from the remains of a World War Two Nazi patrol boat, an expert from UCL explains why it’s not just shipwrecks from the conflict we should be worried about... A UK research consortium has been given £2 million to tackle the global monkeypox outbreak. How floating farms of seaweed could ‘save the planet’ with John Auckland from Seafields.

Also on today’s episode:

DNA reveals gene that protected us from the Black Death
An asteroid called Phaethon has started speeding up
'Pillars of Creation': More magic images from the James Webb Telescope
Gigantic ostrich-like dinosaurs roamed North America
First-Ever Melanistic Canada Lynx Caught on Camera

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Nasa's Arizona Moon mission rehearsal

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa will use Arizona’s rough terrain for a moon mission rehearsal. Astronauts, engineers and scientists can practise exercises in a simulated “lunar surface environment”. Music mogul Simon Cowell teams up with TikTok and launches Stemdrop, a new music production tool. Plus, we speak to AR artist Doddz about making fashion more sustainable. Also in this episode:

Why mosquitoes are attracted to certain acids on your skin
Fresh Netflix news on ‘cloud gaming’
Apple’s upgraded iPad designs
A sound pillow for pain helping patients in hospital
And a scientist’s tips on a healthier nights sleep

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Terrifier 2 producer on 'vomit-inducing' horror

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Steve Barton of Terrifier 2 on why their horror film may create a physical reaction – such as throwing up - as cinemas offer sick bags to audiences. TikTok's introducing an adults-only option for live streams, and why strict parenting may hard-wire the risk of depression into a child’s DNA. Also in this episode:

Activision (behind Call of Duty and Crash Bandicoot) may use AI to generate music for games
Researchers say ‘girls routinely get better grades than boys in class’ – why?
Sound cues during sleep could help people forget specific memories
Scientists find Europeans were consuming milk 7,400 years ago
Motorola’s teasing a rollable concept phone

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Kanye to buy 'free speech' site Parler

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Kanye West agrees to buy Parler - the social app removed from Google’s Play Store over the Capitol riots. The first ‘net-zero smart-city’ being planned for Europe. BioNTech Covid jab scientists say cancer vaccine could be available ‘by 2030’. The UK joins the mission to hunt for origins of the universe. In this episode:

Odisseas Athanasiou, CEO of Lamda Development explains plans for The Ellinikon smart-city
Razer unveils new ‘edge’ handheld cloud-gaming console
Scientists to examine how mushrooms become magic
Young LGBTQI+ people ‘nearly twice as likely’ to encounter hate speech online
Is Apple planning to make the iPad a ‘smart hub’?

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Musk's SpaceX 'can't fund Ukraine internet indefinitely'

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk asks the US government to help fund SpaceX internet service in Ukraine. The 72ft LauncherOne rocket replica appearing in London. Could seaweed replace plastic? Snapchat’s AR tool to teach CPR. In this episode:

Matt Archer from UK Space Agency explains LauncherOne rocket replica
The first secure app to connect displaced Ukrainians with volunteers
Consumer champions and finance bodies press for action on online fraud
Netflix’s ad-supported tier to launch in 12 countries in November

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NHS blood shortage: 100,000 donors come forward

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

UK blood shortage: NHS Dr Farrukh Shah explains what’s caused the supply issue. James Webb Space Telescope reveals image of what looks like a ‘human fingerprint’. Scientists in America say brain tissue they tested in a new host ‘integrated and grew’. They believe the technique could be an entirely new way to study brain disorders such as autism. In this episode:

Protecting our nature: RSPB explains why it’s putting pressure on the government.
Can dementia be detected nine years ahead of diagnosis?
A Polypill could ‘avoid millions of premature deaths, heart attacks and strokes’
Lab-grown brain cells learn to play video game Pong
How digital assistants are perceived as human

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Nasa confirms asteroid successfully diverted

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

‘Watershed moment for humanity’: Nasa confirms asteroid diversion was successful. The fridge-sized spacecraft sent 7-million-miles away to divert Dimorphos. Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh describes his second swim for climate change: a 100-mile stretch of water between Saudi Arabia and Egypt as Cop27 approaches.Why Meta and Microsoft appear to have teamed up. In this episode:

UK’s Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747 will launch UK’s LauncherOne rocket
Research shows how poliovirus takes over cells from within
Domestic abuse charity Refuge calls for Online Safety Bill to protect women from online abuse
Could Amazon reviews for Yankee Candle actually be tracking Covid waves?

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Black Tech Fest: driving for diversity

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

How black workers are heavily under-represented in tech. Black Tech Festival founder on “bad diversity” in the industry. Why is an AI robot going to court? GCHQ’s warning about China. Could finding aliens trigger global conflict? In this episode:

Ashleigh Ainsley discusses benefits of Black Tech Fest
Ofcom: Third of children have false social media age of over 18
Explosion in frog numbers after mass pond digging
Hundreds of skeletons found beneath department store in Wales
Could finding aliens trigger global conflict?

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Is YouTube planning a 4K paywall?

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The ‘extreme measures’ YouTubers use to avoid recommendations. Could 4K videos be blocked by a paywall? Why people’s iPhone 14’s keep calling 911 on rollercoasters, and how the heat from your fingers could give away your passwords. In this episode:

Mozilla Data Analyst Jesse McCrosky on how Youtubers are getting around recommendations
Kanye West Blocked out of Twitter & Instagram
Will Apple make the switch to USB-C sooner rather than later?
Why spending time around water as a child benefits you as an adult
Are ministers planning to block solar farms on agricultural land?

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Nasa probe’s best shot of icy Jupiter moon Europa

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 11:59:00 GMT

Nasa's Juno spacecraft has captured the most detailed image yet of the mysterious icy, ocean-covered moon Europa over an area of about 10,000 square miles. Is Google’s Pixel 7 an iPhone killer? Energy crisis: Britain ‘planning’ for blackouts this winter, minister admits. Dance moves help power nightclub. GTA V player takes three years to finish ‘pacifist run’ of game - no needless kills. Heatwave data reveals deaths spike. Butterfly numbers remain ‘worryingly low’ in 2022. Science of friendship? Put in 34 hours of face time.

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Air pollution found in babies inside womb

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Research by the University of Aberdeen and Hasselt University has revealed how tiny air pollution particles can reach babies in the womb after scientists found toxic PM2.5 deposits crossed the placenta to get into the organs of foetuses. Ex-Google ad boss builds...search engine without ads. Human genetic code evolves ‘every 4,000 births’. Africa DNA link to olde England. Science Museum show takes visitors to sci-fi Edge of Imagination. Instagram touting ‘unrealistic body image to new mothers’. New theory suggests Giant’s Causeway ‘formed in just a few days’. Cat-sized Scottish reptile is ‘pterodactyl relative’. Love lives of linemen and their wives is latest TikTok drama.

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Elon Musk reboots Twitter deal, teases ‘everything app’

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Twitter has confirmed that Elon Musk has offered to buy the company for a second time this year, in a deal worth over £38 billion, after stalling amid claims about the number of bots on the platform. Apple must use same USB-C charger as everyone else, EU rules. Overwatch 2: Blizzard Entertainment servers in DDOS attack. Deep impact: behind Durham University’s moon simulations revealing lunar birth. Nasa’s spacecraft vs asteroid crash creates 6,000-mile-long trail of debris. Draconid meteor shower visible in the night sky for next five days. How worm saliva breaks down plastic. Catching Britain’s sustainable fish suppers with the Marine Conservation Society. Super-sized Paddington crowned ‘fattest bear’ in park webcam contest.

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Kim Kardashian $1.26m crypto fine paid

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Kim Kardashian has agreed to pay a fine of $1.26 million - or £1.12 million - to settle a legal case after advertising the EthereumMax scheme to millions of followers on her Instagram page. North Korea rocket alert as missile fired over Japan. Long way from Mars...space rover tested in English quarry. #Overwatchdown while Blizzard readies servers for Overwatch 2. Covid: UK health data reveals spiralling infection rate. Twitter edit tweet feature now live for select users - at a price. What’s behind new NFT name trading craze? Nestlé, makers of Quality Street, announce the brand’s cellophane wrappers will be made from recyclable paper by 2025.

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Minecraft streamer ‘Dream’ reveals identity

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:02:00 GMT

One of Minecraft’s biggest streamers, ‘Dream’, has revealed his true identity. Before now, he had only been known by a simple iconic smiley face.

Your Christmas turkey could be at risk this year if the worst avian flu in UK history continues to spread.

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has gone to human evolution research. Sweden's Svante Paabo worked out the genetic code of Neanderthals, one of our extinct relatives. Prime Minister Liz Truss’s personal mobile number is being sold on a US website by hackers.

Plus:

Duolingo, a language-learning app, is in talks with the government about providing cheap visa tests
A study suggests Covid has left a third of young people feeling life is out of control
Companies 'aggressively’ pestering people with cold calls fined
Bruce Willis denies selling likeness to deepfake company

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Can Nasa save falling Hubble Space Telescope?

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 12:02:56 GMT

The Hubble Space Telescope is gradually losing altitude. Nasa and SpaceX are looking at a joint re-boost mission to extend its life. Hubble has been operating since 1990, about 335 miles above Earth. Electric lift-off: We speak to the CEO of Eviation who are behind the first all-electric passenger plane which just made history and Google is closing Stadia, its cloud gaming service. Will you get a refund?

Plus:

Latest on Florida's Hurricane Ian
Water on Mars: Scientists find further evidence of liquid water on the red planet.
Study suggests Bitcoin's climate impact is greater than gold mining
UN elects first female tech agency secretary-general
Anonymous launches multiple cyber attacks against the Iranian government
Google Maps is getting a big upgrade that lets you ‘Vibe Check’ your destination

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‘Historic moment’ in Alzheimer’s treatment

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:00:12 GMT

The discovery of a drug able to slow cognitive decline in early-stage Alzheimer’s is being called a ‘historic moment’ in the treatment of the disease. The medication is the first later-stage trial "in a generation" to successfully do so.

Cameras aboard the International Space Station have captured video footage of Hurricane Ian as it moved into Florida and we find out about how dogs can smell stress.

Also in this episode:

Findings in relation to asteroid impacts on the moon coincide with some on Earth - including the one that wiped out the dinosaurs
Humans evolved from an armoured shark that swam the oceans 439million years ago, much earlier than first thought
Genes behind condition that makes hair ‘uncombable’ in humans found
Researchers develop a new technology to kill cockroaches
Nostalgia alert… Toys R Us makes its UK comeback online

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AI smart helmets give firefighters ‘superhero ability’

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:11 GMT

The National Robotorium has created AI smart helmets for firefighters to help locate people in smoke-filled rooms. Dr Chris Lu, who is leading the project, explains how they work.

More on Netflix gaming as they’ve announced their own video game studio and China’s Mars Zhurong rover finds historic evidence of cataclysmic flooding on the red planet.

Plus:

The European Wildlife Comeback Report 2022
Why the ICO is calling out the MoD and the Home Office
How voice-controlled devices might have a long term effect on children
US study reveals pumping iron could extend your life expectancy
Viral TikTok competition for the next ‘voice of the checkout’

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Hear Nasa smash asteroid with spacecraft

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa’s Dart mission successfully smashes spacecraft into an asteroid in the first-ever 'planetary defense test’. The aim being to see if a large asteroid hurtling towards Earth could be diverted. Apple says it’s now started making its new handset in India in a shift from its China supply chains and we find out about the world’s first fully-biodegradable backpack.

Also in this episode:

More than half of the world's palm trees in danger
Discovery of an ultra-rare diamond suggests Earth’s mantle has oceans’ worth of water hidden inside
Research finds family ties give animals reasons to help or harm as they age
Drinking two to three cups of coffee a day linked with longer lifespan
Mars dust watches are now a thing

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Earth's 'close encounter' with Jupiter

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Jupiter’s closest encounter with Earth for 70 years happens today - we’ll tell you how to spot it and why it could be a once-in-a-lifetime event.

Design plans for 100% electric ‘flying’ ferry have been unveiled and the cost of charging an electric car surges by 42% - nearing the same as petrol.

Also in this episode:

An anchor discovered during offshore wind farm work may date from Roman times
The UK Space Agency awards a £2.2million contract to a company to clean up space junk
A new method of preserving donated kidneys ‘could mean fewer organs wasted’
Elon Musk faces deposition ahead of Twitter trial
Why experts are telling us to ‘flood our gardens’

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Can this exciting technology fix Earth?

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

How about driving a solar panel-powered electric car with 4x longer range than an EV? Stealing electricity from plants, or propping up a wind turbine in your garden?

Well, we’ve taken a trip around the world to look at some of the next-generation technology aimed to help climate change, and our cost-of-living crisis.

Take a listen to hear about what’s coming soon…

In this episode:

The solar panels you can PRINT by the University of Newcastle in Australia
New World Wind’s “Wind Trees”: the turbines you can put anywhere
Eco Wave Power: How tidal energy could power the planet
Sono Sion: The Solar-powered car that doesn’t cost the earth
Hijacking electricity from plants, with the University of Cambridge

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Nasa's sparkly pearl Neptune images from Webb telescope

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

James Webb Telescope captures ‘clearest’ images yet of Neptune. The rings have not been since the Voyager 2 mission flew past the planet. Flying taxi firm Kittyhawk shuts down. Depop co-founder Simon Beckerman explains new Delli food app for foodies. The internet reacts to new official US Space Force song Semper Supra.

Also in this episode:

Journalist Alex Levine explains 'Algospeak': what is it, and why are people using it?
Research suggests looking at tummy fat trumps checking BMI
Poaching decline is a boost for sea turtles
Can babies taste food in the womb?

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Helping the world detect cancer earlier

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Cancer expert warns about the ‘flip-side’ of cancer detecting tech. The Early Cancer Institute (ECI) at the University of Cambridge is the first physical institute in the UK dedicated to understanding early cancer. Plus, why sleep quality is more important than sleep quantity, How to make money from your unused gym pass and the ‘silent’ drone that flies without propellers.

Also in this episode:

The wearable sensor which detects miniscule growth of tumours under the skin
UN chief: 'Tax fossil fuel profits for climate damage'
Scientist hopes London Marathon efforts bring heart failure cure a step closer
Covid 19 history: Evening Standard billboard to appear at Science Museum exhibition

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Grand Theft Auto 6 leak: Rockstar responds

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Rockstar Games admits leaked GTA 6 gameplay is real. How Twitter’s making pictures more accessible. Nasa releases new Mars audio recording, and a new update for AI-image generator DALL-E. In this episode:

Elon Musk’s plan to provide Starlink broadband to Iran
Climate change threatens health and survival of urban trees
Extra-terrestrial water found for first time in meteorite that landed in UK
Satellite images show huge scale of Queen’s funeral
Could the new PS5 come with a detachable disk-drive?

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Queen’s royal approval for UK science and technology

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:58 GMT

We’re remembering Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s commitment to advancing science and technology, with pioneering discoveries starting in her 1953 coronation year when DNA’s double helix was discovered to the digital world now shaping everyone’s lives.

Tech & Science Daily is joined by Keith Moore from the Royal Society in London - the world’s oldest scientific academy.

We discuss the major advancements for British research during the Queen’s reign, her great interest in supporting the society’s advancement through science, and what happens when Elizabeth II’s patronage is transferred to King Charles III using a protocol known as the Loyal Address.

In the post-war era, the Queen was also a fervent supporter of increasing the number of university-educated scientists and engineers. And she also had a keen interest in London’s museums showcasing our research excellence.

From the space age ability to gaze into the depths of the universe from the Jodrell Bank Observatory and James Webb Space Telescope, to Sir Tim Berners-Lee’s World Wide Web, Queen Elizabeth II was monarch through some of the most significant scientific landmarks advancing humankind.

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Deadly Pakistan floods link to climate crisis

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists working together as part of the World Weather Attribution collective say the “fingerprint” of climate change is on Pakistan’s devastating floods - that left more than 1,500 people dead - after analysis found new links with heightened extreme rainfall. Drug therapy hope for young children with severe eczema. Bali charity Sungai Watch cleans 650 tons of rubbish from rivers, mangroves, and coastline. Speaking to us from Indonesia we're joined by co-founder Gary Bencheghib. And, the mystery of that Scottish ‘fireball’ revealed...

Plus:

We know where you fly...world’s biggest airline club in biometrics plan.
The oldest dinosaur fish heart is 380 million years old - and offers fresh clue to vertebrate evolution.
Royal Observatory Greenwich: early festive gift for astronomy winner’s Christmas Day photo.
Famous TikTok dog with two legs living her best life

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Mysterious fireball in sky above Scotland

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

There have been more than 200 reports of a mysterious “fireball” crossing the night sky over Scotland and Northern Ireland. One of the biggest moments in cryptocurrency history has finally come to pass - ethereum blockchain has finished its much-anticipated “merge” to a more eco-friendly platform, by killing off the energy-hungry ‘mining’ process. I can’t get no sleep...why LED lighting’s ruining bedtime. Puffling season: We speak to Kyana Sue Powers as Icelanders try to save baby puffins after they fall into Heimaeyn in the Westmann Islands, off Iceland’s south coast.

Plus:

-Linguistic computer scans reveals ‘plays Shakespeare co-authored’

-Patagonia, outdoorwear-maker beloved by tech bros, transfers to climate trust

-Can 3D metric mask really improve diagnosis while safeguarding patient data?

-A droid, a drone and a human walk into a bar...Robot ‘laughs at jokes’

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Asteroid attack test by Nasa in space rock crash

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa will smash a spacecraft into an asteroid to check Earth’s defences against getting hit by a giant space rock. PlayStation State Of Play: Tekken 8 and VR Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy teasers. Thwaites glacier retreat: Dr Robert Larter, a marine geophysicist with British Antarctic Survey, speaks to us aboard RRS Sir David Attenborough. Underwater robot scans of 75-mile wide Antarctic glacier reveal scale of melting and growing fears over future sea levels.

Plus:

-Queen Elizabeth II funeral: Six million track coffin on flight tracker

-UK defence chiefs raise concerns as Russia is increasingly reliant on weapons from rogue states as Ukraine sanctions bite

-Scientists reckon they can get a crying baby sleeping ‘in 13 minutes’

-Going green with renewable energy ‘could save trillions of pounds’

-Ferrari’s first SUV but how much will it cost you and what’s its MPG?

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Why did Blue Origin's rocket launch fail?

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Space firm founded by Jeff Bezos and the FAA are investigating how a rocket booster apparently exploded after launching on the 23rd New Shepard mission, which had aimed to send Nasa experiments to the edge of cosmos to float for a few minutes in microgravity. ‘Unsend messages’ and ‘lockdown mode’ new iOS iPhone features. Twitter whistleblower Peiter Zatko to testify before Congress over ‘security flaws’.

Plus:

-What is 'blue economy'? fighting climate change and blockchain fish-counting: the aquaculture revolution

-Nintendo shares boost after Splatoon launch

-Nasa mash-up of satellite and x-ray data lets astronomers ‘rewind’ 5.5million mph supernova blast

-Turn off the Barry White album because the hyrax makes its own music for love

-Was top secret Meta Quest Pro VR headset ‘left in hotel room’?

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Biden to hit China with chip curbs over AI fears

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:49 GMT

What are Joe Biden's new curbs on US deliveries of computer chips sent to China? King Charles III is famous for his love of the natural world and was never shy about voicing his opinions on ecology and urban architecture - now there are hopes he’ll continue his vocal support of the need to fight climate change. Netflix gaming: what is the new Assassin’s Creed game? And, the latest on Nasa’s Artemis Moon shot.

Plus:

Climate crisis: Europe’s hottest summer on record

Driverless cars ‘impossible without human touch’

Patients diagnosed with ME are invited to participate in the world’s largest genetic study

Elon Musk’s ex-girlfriend auctions off mementos of relationship

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Why our Queen was a technology pioneer

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II Royal Historian Sarah Richardson explains why the Queen was a ‘tech pioneer’. Her death was the biggest historic event to ever be recorded in real-time on Wikipedia. Tech journalist Annie Rauwerda told us about the Wikiproject London Bridge taskforce set up to maintain the site’s updates when the Queen died.

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Fake Apple Event tricks thousands

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Were you duped by the fake Apple Crypto event? Meanwhile, at the actual event: Apple reveals iPhone 14 Pro with new ‘Dynamic Island’, e-sims and satellite tech. How space travel mutates your DNA, and could sweeteners increase your risk of heart disease? Also in this episode:

Earliest evidence of amputation found in Indonesia cave
Greta Thunberg teams up with Natural History Museum
AceGamerSam beats every N64 game in five years
Disney+ Day: BTS Tour Video released alongside sneak peek at “Andor” star wars series

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Woman can ‘smell Parkinson’s’

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Breakthrough: a woman in Scotland is helping scientists with diagnostic testing. Apparently, her heightened sense of smell means she can ‘smell Parkinson’s’. The earliest known mammal has been identified by fossil dental records; we speak to the Natural History Museum about the condition of the teeth, this tiny shrew-like animal who existed alongside dinosaurs and why it's important. And why American technology companies have been banned from building semiconductor factories in China.

Plus:

A pop-socket shaped device can ‘detect breast cancer faster’

Hackers jump inside James Webb Telescope pictures to push phishing malware

This Malaria vaccine could drastically reduce child deaths

Elon Musk’s lawyer wants judge to delay upcoming Twitter trial

How Google’s AI DeepMind humanoids can play football

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Crypto's Ethereum Merge explained

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The Ethereum Merge could be ‘the biggest event in crypto history’, experts say. Our tech reporter Simon Hunt explains. Apple event: could we see an AirPods Pro update? and why Instagram was fined hundreds of millions of euros over children’s data privacy. How scientists are controlling cockroaches using solar power panels, what's Professor Brian Cox done to set a new Guinness World Record? And in a weird full circle moment: Netflix could have adverts by November. 159: HSBC UK, First Direct and Metro Bank are the latest firms to join the anti-scam service, plus Twitter’s Liz Trussell is NOT your new UK Prime Minister.

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The Rings of Power vs 'review bombing'

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 12:02:52 GMT

Three day pause for The Rings of Power reviews on Amazon. This comes as a tactic to help prevent online trolls from review bombing. Will Nasa’s Artemis 1 ever reach the moon? How AI could spot the Covid 19 virus through your voice via an app. UK government forcing crypto exchanges to report sanction breaches. Scientist behind how animals changed when Zoos closed during the pandemic. Battery low: Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro might revive the percentage indicator. LG’s bringing NFT’s to your TV, and YouTuber and free climber Adam Lockwood spotted outside a couple’s Shard hotel room window in London.

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Girl power: G2 ESports CEO on game's HEL team

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome G2 Hel: the all-female League of Legends team. We speak to CEO of G2 ESports, Carlos Rodriguez. Plus, Will you get to test Twitter’s edit button? The team behind video calls to the Moon on the Artemis 1 rocket, and where to go to get up close and personal with dinosaurs…We're joined by the Senior Vice President for production of Jurassic World: The Exhibiton London.

Also in this episode:

Australia’s epic wildfires expanded Earth's ozone hole and cranked up global heat
James Webb Space Telescope takes its first image of planet outside solar system
Panasonic speeds up investment in air-to-water heat pump production
Lenovo’s Glasses T1 let you bring a private big screen display with you

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Living on Mars: breathing now possible

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Visiting Mars is one step closer as a lunch-box-sized device called Moxie produces breathable oxygen. The tech has been to the red planet as part of Nasa’s Perseverance rover mission. IFA Berlin: Nokia on new sustainable phones and how the new ‘circular’ subscription service works. Friendly robots helping to detect wellbeing issues in kids, we speak to the scientist…

Plus:

Unlocking your shoe: Balmain Paris teams up with Pokémon Unite
Red tide kills thousands of fish in the San Francisco Bay Area
North Sea wind farm claims title of world's largest
Why a stroll by rivers and canals offers mental health support
Titanic in 8k footage reveals wreckage in greatest ever seen detail

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UK helping Nasa moon landing

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Using AI to help Nasa land on the moon, we speak to the UK scientists working with Nasa's Jet Propulsion Laboratory on where to land the Artemis 3 rocket. In the meantime, Nasa hope to try launching the Artemis 1 moon rocket again this week. Ukraine’s State Emergency Service are rehearsing nuclear disaster procedures. Scientist behind the DNA technology that’s cracked a cold-case medieval mystery, shining new light on Jewish history.

Plus:

Extreme venom found in Black Widow spider bites
Poo transplants to help hundreds of people suffering with a superbug
Back to school: Dope Black Dads founder, Marvyn Harrison, joins us as a poll says parents feel less digitally intelligent than their kids
Why scientists are using tech found at your dentist to study coral under the sea

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Why did Nasa's Artemis 1 rocket launch fail?

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Could the Artemis 1 rocket relaunch on Friday? How NFTs are infiltrating our Facebook feeds, and doing your weekly shop using WhatsApp. Also in this episode:

Woman survives cancer against the odds thanks to experimental drug
Modified grass offers possible solution to global CO² problem
Logitech’s new handheld gaming device leaked
Scientists find clues to what makes jellyfish 'immortal' as they unlock genetic code
Hot weather helps exotic fruits grow in the UK

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Life on Mars clue after Nasa discovery

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:59:00 GMT

Volcanic rocks discovered by Nasa’s Perseverance Mars rover on the floor of the Red Planet’s 3.7-billion-year-old Jezero Crater are offering a tempting clue to how the Martian climate evolved. Energy crisis: Russia burns gas off as bills rocket. Scientist on possible human future for organs grown from mouse stem cells. SpaceX and T-Mobile satellite plan to kill off world’s mobile ‘dead zones’. International Dog Day: Walkies help fight canine dementia. Is Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 worth buying - and how long might it last? Good night’s sleep link to reducing stroke risk. Did seven-million-year-old human ancestors walk on two feet?

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Cancer PCR test ‘cuts diagnosis time’

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:28:14 GMT

A pioneering womb cancer test could reduce time taken to diagnose women with the condition by helping them to receive treatment much faster than is currently available. Interview with first author Dr Chiara Herzog, researcher at Innsbruck’s European Translational Oncology Prevention and Screening Institute. Race stereotyping row as virtual TikTok AI rapper FN Meka dropped by record label. Study finds stopping statins treatment early “could reduce protection against heart disease”. Inventor’s journey from Dragon’s Den solar-powered litter bins to robot delivery magnate - interview with Academy of Robotics founder William Sachiti. Nice weather for penguins as rain pours on annual animal weigh-in at London Zoo. Plex data breach: usernames, email and passwords leaked. Drought reveals 113 million-year-old T-Rex cousin dinosaur footprints.

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Twitter hits back over whistleblower security claims

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:14:41 GMT

Twitter has hit back over whistleblower claims that the social network has security holes placing personal - and allegedly even national security - data at risk. Interview with top anthropologist, Loughborough University’s Emeritus professor Barry Bogin, on chronic stress stunting child growth - and how cost-of-living crisis and food poverty will worsen condition. Facebook troll attack sees pages deluged with celeb spam. England Lioness Jess Carter on returning to Wembley Stadium for a FIFA 22 gaming tournament, plus EXCEL ESPORTS professional FIFA player Spencer ‘Gorilla’ Ealing. What could possibly go wrong...Mastercard and Binance bring crypto to the high street. The dugong, the mammal that inspired old seafarers’ tales of mermaids, has been declared as functionally extinct in China. Heartbreak: Nightmare for collector as ‘world’s oldest Nintendo cards’ are wrecked in unboxing.

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Nasa's Jupiter pics reveal auroras and giant storms

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:41:30 GMT

'Stunning' images of Jupiter revealed through Nasa’s super cosmic spyglass show auroras and giant storms swirling around the gaseous giant. Elon Musk lodges subpoena for Jack Dorsey over failing Twitter deal. Why a solar clock could predict internet-killing rays fired at Earth. Dementia: poor heart health ‘predicts premature brain ageing’. Fibre optic technology is increasingly used to make hair-thin medical devices help doctors peer inside the human body - but the problem is they take a long time to make, until now. Right to Repair: Apple extends self-repair support to Macbooks. Why rare vibrant flowers are blooming on the Atacama Desert in northern Chile and endangered Philippine spotted deer born at Newquay Zoo is doing well.

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PlayStation lawsuit: Sony ‘sued for £5 billion’ over games charges

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:59:00 GMT

Gaming giant Sony is being sued for £5 billion over claims of over-charging for games and purchases while playing the titles. Countdown to first Nasa Moon shot since Apollo 17. Could VR smart glasses help nurses spend more time with patients? Deep brain stimulation study hope to treat depression. Why Mark Zuckerberg’s metaverse avatar looked well basic. Concerns monitors to check sewage in sea ‘not working’. Quartz rock crystals found at Stone Age burial site. Food waste chef is TikTok hit to help inflation-hit families.

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Apple security risk for iPhones, iPads and iMacs

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Update required as Apple admits a major security risk for iPhones, iPads and iMacs that could allow hackers to take complete control of the devices. Plus an Apple iPhone 14 launch date? Marvel’s new She-Hulk series - is the CGI any good? Self-driving vehicles ‘on UK roads by 2025’ could create 38,000 jobs. The evolution of a frog’s brain and how they evade predators in first ever study. One in every ten Reddit users publishes toxic posts. Harmful 'forever chemicals' found in makeup can now be destroyed. A food crop breakthrough ‘could help alleviate food shortages’, Elon Musk’s Twitter claims doubted by online bot researchers and the Pokémon World Championships have started in London.

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Crater of dinosaur-killing asteroid's 'friend' found

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:05:00 GMT

An asteroid crater that could be related to the one that wiped out the dinosaurs has been found beneath the Atlantic Ocean. The five-mile dent to Earth was discovered by Dr Uisdean Nicholson who explains the next stages of investigation. A ‘cannibal’ solar storm is heading for Earth sparking a northern light exhibition in the sky.. Google: Alphabet’s invested more than any one else into Crypto. Why British Bumble Bees have endured a century of stress, how an ancient creature with no bum isn’t our earliest ancestor, and is WhatsApp bringing back your deleted past messages?

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NOPE movie's VFX secrets revealed!

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:01:07 GMT

The VFX supervisor on Jordan Peele’s new UFO film NOPE shares their movie magic secrets. A plasma breakthrough could ‘let humans live on Mars’ and the world’s largest airline goes big on supersonic travel.

The National Grid partners with Energy Exemplar 'to reduce energy costs and supply green demands'. Scientist Dr Katharina Brinkert on why magnets could be used to help astronauts breathe in Space and Nasa rolls out its new giant Moon rocket ready for its maiden flight.

Plus, could billionaire Elon Musk be about to buy Manchester United?

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US vs Russia nuclear war 'could kill billions'

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 12:01:32 GMT

A nuclear war between the US and Russia could 'kill billions', a US study suggests. Models showed that firestorms would release soot into the upper atmosphere blocking the Sun.

Why officials in China requested algorithm data from sites like Alibaba. A new 'People not bots' campaign suggests AI is advancing in the wrong way for customers. Dr Alessandro Siani from the University of Portsmouth explains why better science education could improve covid-19 vaccine uptake. A court rules Twitter to hand over data from a fired executive to Elon Musk and a volcano in Iceland is spewing lava from a heart shaped crater.

Strictly star Rose Ayling-Ellis has unveiled the first-ever Barbie with hearing aids and a young boy who reached the 100 YouTube subscribers mark gets a special plaque from a friend.

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Crypto: Hope for Shiba Inu & Dogecoin?

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:02:26 GMT

Dogecoin & Shiba Inu users might be feeling more positive after the cryptocurrency gained in the past 24 hours. There’s backlash from the public and scientific community following the euthanisation of a walrus in Oslo nicknamed Freya. And ‘Game-changing’ transplant hope as researchers alter donor kidney blood type.

Plus:

UK Flash flood warning as thunderstorms hit over the next few days
Internet providers urged to offer more ‘social tariffs’ to help tackle the cost of living crisis
World leaders meet in New York to try to pass a UN treaty to protect oceans
Why poor sleep could be worse for some people than smoking
How one dog was rescued from the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis

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Formula E technology powers car dreams after South Korea final | Special

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT

As the Formula E World Championships come to an end we’re taking a look at the tech behind the racecars, and how it’s being applied to everyday EVs.

We spoke with Envision Racing, who have teamed up with data company Genpact, to speed up their processes, and help the team become even more sustainable. Managing Director of Envision Racing Sylvain Filippi discusses how the cars are always improving, and how the tech they use is later applied in everyday EVs we see on the roads. Race driver Nick Cassidy, describes what it’s like to drive a Formula E car, and how the race series continues to develop.

This episode is part of the Evening Standard’s Plug it in Campaign looking at how EV’s will shape our future.You can find guides on which one might be best for you: Search “Evening Standard Plug It In” or click here.

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Banned weapons 'sold for cheap on major websites'

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:05:02 GMT

Which? say they have found dangerous and illegal weapons being sold on sites like eBay, Amazon, AliExpress and Wish by third party sellers. We spoke to Lisa Webb a consumer law expert who explains the type of weapons found, how they found the items, the legal ramifications and how the online safety bill could glue the holes and stop this from happening. All sites replied to the charity stating that they are taking action. 'Butterfly Galaxies' entangled and dancing around each other 60 million light years away and how continents were formed by meteorite impacts in the first billion years of Earth’s history. Heatwave: protecting our dogs in this year’s extreme temperatures, including burns to their paws and why dogs must stay away from poisonous algae in lakes. A study of Twitter shows the rise in young adults talking about the cost of living crisis online. Samsung tell us about their new Galaxy Fold 4 and Flip 4 mobile phones. Disney Plus in the US is bringing a new low cost subscription service that comes with adverts.

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US vs China over Joe Biden’s computer Chips Act

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:05:10 GMT

President Joe Biden has signed into US law an act that is designed to boost the production of semiconductors for computer chips in the country. We spoke to tech reporter Simon Hunt for the latest who explains how it’s designed to make the US more competitive with China’s tech and science industry.

A major underwater expedition is being set up to find a super-fast meteor that crashed into the Pacific Ocean back in 2014 that is unlike any other to land on earth… Amir Siraj is an astrophysicist who has been studying the deep space rock. What to expect from Samsung Unpacked. Elon Musk has sold $6.9 billion of Tesla shares, as the saga over his Twitter takeover continues.

Plus:

Spain air conditioning limits
O2 says you can switch your phone at any point, at no extra cost
Extreme UK heat has ‘serious’ impact on wildlife
Wholefoods: How to pay for your food shop with the palm of your hand

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WhatsApp's new avoid your friends feature

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg is rolling out some new features on Whatsapp to make it easier to avoid your friends. You’ll be able to leave a group without notifying and even hide your “last seen” status from specific contacts. Snapchat’s new supervision tool lets parents see who their teens spoke to in the last week.

Extreme UK heat is damaging farmland, produce and wildlife, we spoke to Martin Lines a farmer from Cambridge and, US scientists examine the rare Oklahoma lightning jet bolt that touched the edge of space…

Plus:

-IOS 16 update: a battery percentage on the status bar arrives.

-Food packaging “eco-labels”: Oxford University scientists want consumers to know how their weekly shop affects the planet.

-Huge numbers of spider crabs have been appearing in shallow waters on popular beaches in Cornwall.

-Why a baby's cry of pain is not built into our brain.

-If you have an “exceptional sleeping ability” this job may be for you...

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Elon calls for public bot count on Twitter

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:00:48 GMT

Elon Musk has challenged Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal to a public debate about the percentage of bots on the platform. It’s after Musk’s lawyers put together a 165-page argument about why he no longer wants to go through with the $44 billion deal to buy the social network.

Also on Twitter: hackers may have figured out which fake accounts you’re using.

US Senate approves a money-saving climate change bill, and scientists find a cheap and easy way of capturing carbon.

A pair of beavers are doing their bit to help tackle the UK's water drought by rewilding old farmland.

Beano and EE create a Dennis the Menace comic to help teach children about online dangers.

Consumer expert calls for EU roaming rules for Brits to be made clearer.

Feelin’ feline? Pokémon Go releases huge 3D cats in Japan, and could PlayStation be about to release NFT’s?

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Moon shot for South Korea and SpaceX

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:10:09 GMT

The craft, called Danuri, which means “enjoy the moon”, is South Korea’s “first step” in investigating the extent of its space exploration capabilities. England drought crisis: Source of River Thames runs dry - you can hear more analysis on this story on The Leader podcast. London’s desalination plant breaks down and hosepipe ban as more hot weather looms. Alert over spike in elderly care home patients with dementia given powerful antipsychotic drugs. Physicist apologises for joking chorizo photo was James Webb Space Telescope photo. Interview with Davy Zyw, an author and cyclist with motor neurone disease, discussing his Highlands sponsored cycling odyssey. Shucking great...boom in oyster nurseries filtering polluted water. Bennu asteroid surface ‘resembles ball pit’ after Nasa analysis.

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TikTok ban by UK Parliament

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:02:19 GMT

Interview with Toby Lewis, global head of threat analysis for Darktrace and former deputy technical director for incident management at the UK’s National Cyber Security Defence Centre, on social media risk and old-fashioned voting safety. Could China-Taiwan tensions hit your Christmas list? Nasa says private ISS missions need astronaut chaperones. Scientists urge prostate cancer public health campaign expansion for earlier detection. Millions of household struggling paying for essential telecomms. Pig organs ‘partially revived by scientists an hour after death’. Great Barrier Reef enjoys record coral cover - but remains highly vulnerable. Tourists descend on London women’s house in online booking scam.

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Galaxies probe gazes back 12 billion years

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:07:42 GMT

Princeton University scientists are investigating the building blocks of galaxies 12 billion years ago, or essentially the early days of the universe. It comes as stunning images were released from James Webb Space Telescope, showing a Cartwheel Galaxy and two smaller companion galaxies that were created from an intergalactic collision. Nancy Pelosi Taiwan visit: President’s website hit by cyberattack. Robot surgery test aboard International Space Station. How remote haptic VR for operations works. Privacy legal challenge over police use of London number plate-reading CCTV. Ronaldo and Maguire are most abused men’s football players on Twitter. Tinder cuts plans for ‘metaverse dating’ and in-house digital coins. Strops explained: Why happy children become moody teens.

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‘War and human extinction’ 2070 climate investigation

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:59:14 GMT

A study by the University of Cambridge is investigating links between global temperatures continuing to rise and whether humankind could be edging dangerously close to a devastating “climate endgame”. Future £9 million Royal Navy AI ‘ghost ship’ could ‘make own battle decisions’. Ultra-processed foods dementia link. Mammoth bones show humans settled North America ‘17,000 years earlier’ than known. Logitech G and Tencent Games building cloud gaming console. Clucking great - world’s first carbon neutral supermarket eggs. Nanotech tattoo offers skin-built health monitoring device. ‘Hunting for lost my bitcoin hard drive at rubbish dump’.

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Google to Chrome users: You’re stuck with cookies until 2024

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:59:00 GMT

Google is again delaying its Privacy Sandbox project to switch off third party cookies on the tech giant’s Chrome internet browser by next year, and has instead pushed plans back until 2024. Conjoined twins with fused brains successfully separated in VR surgery. China space chiefs ‘allow uncontrolled rocket booster plunge to Earth’. Super telescope will probe start of Milky Way. Hear rare chimpanzees’ hunting bark to rally group members. Can graphene foam sensors give robot prosthetics human touch? Skate legend surprise singing appearance...with Tony Hawk computer game tribute band. Tributes to Nichelle Nichols, Star Trek’s Lieutenant Uhura, who has died aged 89.

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Instagram reverses its ‘TikTok redesign’

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Instagram is reversing its ‘TikTok redesign’ following a public outcry from users which includes high-profile celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner.

We find out about the ‘revolutionary’ new glasses that allow deaf people to ‘see’ conversations and Google launches a major change to Gmail

A jab to 'cure' genetic heart conditions that cause sudden death could be just a few years away, YouTube’s making it easier for creators to turn longer content into Shorts and researchers develop ultrasound stickers that can see inside the body.

Plus, human-caused climate change made the UK’s record heatwave ‘at least 10 times more likely’ and we might be one step closer to a cure for baldness.

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Meta’s first-ever revenue drop

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Facebook owner Meta has reported its first-ever revenue drop, amid growing competition from TikTok. Meanwhile, Instagram boss, Adam Mosseri, says users’ behaviour is to blame for much-criticised changes to the app.

We speak to an Earth observation analysis expert about the worrying record-breaking temperatures and risk of wildfires being seen around the world - and how they’re monitoring the situation.

The Met Office says UK sea levels are rising faster than before, zombie robot spiders are an actual thing and Russia makes a U-turn on its plans to pull out from the International Space Station... for now anyway.

Plus, details on how to catch the Delta Aquariids meteor shower and why your cold sore is really a bit of history.

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Loch Ness Monster ‘plausible’ say scientists

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists say the Loch Ness Monster ‘could on one level be plausible,’ after a fossil discovery in a 100-million-year-old river system in Morocco.

Professor David Martill from the University of Portsmouth and co-author of the report, tells us how the remains of a plesiosaur could give believers in ‘Nessie’ a bit of hope.

New research suggests gaming time has ‘no link with levels of well-being’, Ashleigh Louise aka #talkswithash tells us about her incredible twitter success and Russia is to withdraw from the International Space Station after 2024.

A study finds dogs ‘might be able to see with their noses’, Saudi Arabia unveils plans for a 100-mile long, 200 metre wide ‘mirrored’ vertical city and why your pet cat might be considered an alien.

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Amazon Prime price increase: All you need to know

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

It’s bad news for Amazon Prime users, the price is going up by a pound a month. The tech giant said the increase was its first in the UK since 2014 and was due to "increased inflation and operating costs".

We hear from Dr Phil Wilby from the British Geographical Survey, one of the scientists who discovered a 560-million-year-old fossil thought to be the ‘first ever animal predator’. They’ve decided to name the discovery after Sir David Attenborough.

Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner have joined a viral campaign calling on Instagram “to stop trying to be like TikTok”, the part-nationalised OneWeb merges with French satellite rival Eutelsat and scientists figure out how to store secret data in ink.

Plus, starchy green bananas could ‘prevent cancers’ in people with a hereditary risk, a study is launched into outdoor swimming as an alternative to antidepressants and we find out why tear drops might reveal more than you think.

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Solved: The mystery of Jupiter's missing rings

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:00:39 GMT

Astronomers appear to have solved the mystery of Jupiter’s missing rings. It had long been wondered why the planet does not have rings like its neighbouring gas giant Saturn - which are largely made of ice.

Researchers from the University of California, Riverside, ran a computer simulation that found the answer was to do with the planet’s moons.

The UK’s largest ever drowning prevention campaign has been launched, the National Trust calls for 'urgent action' to protect Farne Islands birds as bird flu spreads and China moves one step closer to completing its space station.

A ‘game-changing’ new study finds that blood test detect breast cancer earlier than mammograms and a chess robot has an unfortunate malfunction during a competition in Moscow.

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Sun’s ‘canyon of fire’ shoots solar storms at Earth

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:58:52 GMT

Electromagnetic explosions on the Sun’s surface have sparked what’s described as a “canyon of fire” that’s due to blast Earth with three days of solar storms.

Climate crisis: Architects design future buildings to beat extreme heat - interview with David Liddicoat, a partner at award-winning London architecture and interior design studio Liddicoat & Goldhill. Facebook revamp to tempt Gen Z users from TikTok. Snapchat’s cash disappears as profits plunge 25 per cent. Stars (don’t) go out as invention sees through space fog - interview with Dr Eloy de Lera Acedo, from Cambridge’s Cavendish Laboratory. The electric car that slurps up toxic air on every trip. ‘Mindful’ sky animation and mood music pop-up helps London commuters relax. Plans to re-introduce endangered pine martens to England.

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‘Robotaxis’ with video games and vending machines

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:00:31 GMT

Baidu has revealed pictures of a new fully electric, fully autonomous taxi in China. Apollo RT6 comes with a detachable steering wheel, which could allow for more space for things like extra seats, gaming consoles and vending machines. And it’ll be a cheaper car to make than the earlier model - costing £31,000 per unit.

We speak to the CEO and president of Amelia Chetan Dube who says AI can eventually achieve sentience. He also talks about the need for ethics when using artificial intelligence.
GCHQ and the National Cyber Security Centre reckon there are ways to detect child sexual abuse material online within encrypted messages.
Ofcom says Instagram, YouTube and TikTok are now most teenagers’ go-to sites for news.
It’s not been plain sailing for Elon Musk’s Tesla ‘Cybertruck’, but he has revealed they will start being delivered to customers next summer. Elsewhere - Tesla is causing a stir in the crypto world as Bitcoin lost half a percent overnight...
Mojang Studios said NFTs don’t align with Minecraft’s ‘values’ and will not be included in the game.
Nasa’s James Webb Telescope was hit by a micrometeoroid in May and suffered ‘significant uncorrectable' damage to one of its panels.
And for the first time in 70 years, cheetahs are being reintroduced to India.

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Would you eat lab sausages from umbilical cord?

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:06:46 GMT

Would you eat a sausage made in a lab? Well Dann Luining, founder and CTO of Dutch biotech company Meatable has done just that using cells from animals’ umbilical cords. He told us how the technology works, and why they're trying to make cultivated meat.

University College London say their recent study shows there is no clear evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels. We spoke to the lead author of the study, Professor Joanna Moncrieff, who’s worried about the extensive use of drugs and how side effects are impacting people.

The European Space Agency has revealed a robotic arm, which will collect Mars samples before being sent back to Earth.

Plus:

Domestic Abuse charity Refuge are calling on the UK government to continue work on the Online Safety Bill
Samsung Unpacked: At least one foldable expected
The Satellites designed to give more accurate heat maps of the world
13th Century Shipwreck off the coast of Poole given highest level of legal protection
Company called Meta files lawsuit against Meta over its name

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Drone ‘skyways’ plan for UK airspace

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

BT has revealed plans to create a network for a 165-mile ‘drone superhighway’. The tech firm’s working on a comms system which could facilitate dozens of drones in the sky, delivering goods or carrying out services. BT’s Drone Director David Pankhurst talks to us about the ways drones could use the so called ‘superhighway’.

Amazon has filed 10,000 lawsuits against the admins of Facebook groups offering people money and free products to leave fake reviews on the site. The groups are set up to recruit people willing to write false and misleading reviews to artificially boost product ratings and give them more chance of being bought.

Also in this episode:

Snapchat calling and messaging to be made available on the web
Climate Change Committee on UK’s preparation for heatwaves
Researchers discover dormant black hole outside our galaxy
The vitamin supplement that can reduce feelings of depression and anxiety
Roblox reportedly hacked and extorted In Phishing Attack
Netflix’s latest anti-password sharing test lets users ‘buy’ additional homes

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Extreme heatwave risks as highs of above 40C possible

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:02:15 GMT

The UK could reach temperatures as high as 40 degree celsius today as the Met Office has issued a red weather alert. Hammersmith Bridge in London has been covered with foil to protect it from the heat, after the sun caused cracks in the the 135-year-old structure to expand back in 2020. Climate Scientist Dr Eunice Lo from Bristol University explains the health risks associated with the extreme heat.

Elon Musk has revealed in a tweet reply that Tesla is working on bringing Steam to its vehicles. He said that they’re “making progress with Steam integration” and we “could see a demo next month”.

Also in this episode:

TwitchCon returned as an in-person event. We're joined by Mary Kish, Director of Community Marketing at Twitch.
Japan’s plans to re-create earth’s gravity on the Moon and on Mars
MIT engineers find a way to save energy and make water boil more efficiently
Video game companies ‘must do more to prevent children buying loot boxes’
Why some female bears may pick dens near people
Bison are being introduced to ancient British woodland to help tackle the nature and climate crises, we speak to Donavan Wright at the Kent Wildlife Trust

Check out today's new episode of our How To Be A CEO podcast, with 23andme’s Anne Wojcicki.

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UK heatwave national emergency for extreme 41C weather

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Hot weather ‘danger to life’ alert for Britain with record temperatures expected into next week. Researchers at the University of Oxford have identified two drugs they claim could better perform in treating adult insomnia. Shot glass of a beer daily ‘could pose men’s health risk’. Butterflies at risk from ‘catastrophic extinction threats’. How the herd helps orphaned elephants cope with life. Chinese DNA ‘found to match Native Americans’ after fossil investigation. London shoppers face-scanned by police in Oxford Street trial. Vapers dumping e-cigs throwing away vital elements for tech gadgets - report. Faster than a speeding mullet...world’s quickest shark tops 45mph.

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Cosmic ‘heartbeat’ found billions of light-years from Earth

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Far across the universe in a distant galaxy, MIT astronomers have spotted a strange radio signal that keeps firing out towards Earth in fast bursts. What - or who - could be causing them? Wrong kind of rays on the track...are rail delays sparked by solar storms? Tech helping Europe deal with extreme heatwave, plus the Met Office on the UK's rising temperatures. An X-Ray reveals secret Vincent van Gogh self-portrait behind painting. BMW puts heated seats behind £15-a-month ‘paywall’. Don’t download leaked beta version of Skate 4, urges EA. Liver disease linked to risk of dementia. Arctic scientists check count of walruses from space.

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Nasa reveals future for James Webb Space Telescope

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:14:01 GMT

The out-of-this-world technicolour images beamed back from the James Webb Space Telescope are only the beginning of what’s to come, that’s according to one of the Nasa astrophysicist Dr Tom Greene. Elon Musk reveals SpaceX rocket test explosion ‘not good’..as Twitter sues Tesla magnate over $44 deal gone rotten. Brit maker’s award for mobile kidney machines inspired by juice dispensers. After 26 days airborne, is it time for record-breaking wi-fi plane Zephyr to land? Nothing 1 smartphone with translucent back and LEDs hopes to reinvigorate device market.

Gymshark: ‘Mental health barbers’ opens in East End. Fan stats anger after Spotify snaps up music-guessing game Heardle.

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James Webb Space Telescope pics: Deepest glimpse into universe

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:07:35 GMT

Nasa images from the James Webb Space Telescope are the first in colour and allow astronomers to peer back to the earliest images of time itself, nearly 14 billion years old. Predatory Sparrow Iran hack: Who are cyber hacktivists behind breach? Online Safety Bill: NSPCC calls for government to prioritise landmark legislation. The BPI: Record industry court order to block pirate music sites on mobile networks. Barbie doll honouring British conservationist Dr Jane Goodall revealed. Google’s DeepMind: Neural network step towards studying how infants learn. Scale of UK plastic waste recycling revealed. Full emoji keyboard planned for WhatsApp 'Reactions'. How did the lion get his earache treated? With a CAT scan, of course.

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Leaked Uber files ‘reveal secret lobbying of politicians’

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 10:59:00 GMT

Thousands of leaked files reveal top politicians were secretly lobbied at meetings by Uber, while the firm’s former boss is claimed to have ordered a “kill switch” to stop police from scouring its computers. Uber denies having a kill switch, and says it’s made operating changes. Red alert as UK heatwave hits 33C. Nasa: James Webb Space Telescope pics to show the universe as never been seen before. YouTuber Logan Paul turns most expensive Pokémon card into NFT. Squirrels on contraception to limit grey invasive species. Elon Musk’s Starlink launches $5,000-a-month yacht wi-fi. A fossilised Gorgosaurus skeleton - a Tyrannosaurus Rex ancestor - is estimated to fetch between $5 million and $8 million at US auction. Lift off beckons for first Welsh satellite.

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Nasa condemns Russia’s anti-Ukraine propaganda on ISS

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa has strongly condemned the actions of three Russian cosmonauts on the International Space Station, who recently posed with flags considered anti-Ukraine propaganda.

Russia’s state space corporation Roscosmos shared the pictures of the trio holding flags of the Luhansk People’s Republic and the Donetsk People’s Republic - two Russian-backed separatist regions in Ukraine.

Nasa said it “strongly rebukes” Russia using the ISS for political purposes to support its war against Ukraine.

Elon Musk’s 44 billion dollar Twitter takeover’s reported to be “in serious jeopardy.”

The Washington Post says the Tesla founder’s unconvinced about figures for the number of spam accounts on the platform and “some discussions” have stopped.

Also in this episode:

Why the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition is a unique event
How sportspeople are using LinkedIn to share their stories
Volkswagen announces $20 billion effort to build its own EV batteries
Galaxy Watch 5 leak reveals potential features and design
The benefits of on-demand businesses for brands
New dinosaur finding gives clues about why T-rex had small arms

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‘The Third Thumb’ you can control with your brain

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Royal Society Summer Science Exhibit showcases benefits of ‘third-thumb’. Dani Clode’s ‘The Third Thumb’ attaches to your hand and is controlled by your toe using signals from the brain. However, they’re still looking into how the brain copes with an extra body part.

Meta has revealed its latest machine-learning AI can translate 204 different languages at a higher quality than previously achieved. CEO Mark Zuckerburg has called the AI translation a "superpower".

Campaigners are warning the Online Safety Bill going through parliament is on ‘the verge of being unworkable’. Poppy Wood from campaign group Reset told us why they are concerned about some elements of the bill, and exemptions for media outlets.

Also in this episode:

Apple announces new security tool to combat spyware attacks
Study suggests hunger really can make us ‘hangry’
Blizzard will bring back BlizzCon in 2023
The tortoise at Chester Zoo with three legs and wheels to help him move

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Amazon investigated over selling practices

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:03:06 GMT

Amazon is being investigated over concerns some of its selling practices might lead to customers getting a ‘worse deal’.

The Competitions and Markets Authority is looking into whether Amazon is distorting competition by giving an unfair advantage to its own retail business or sellers, compared with other third-party sellers on its UK Marketplace.

Amazon said it will “work closely with the CMA during their investigation” and that sales from its partners continue to grow faster than Amazon’s retail sales.

New data shows about half of people in the UK don’t know that medical cannabis is available in the UK for those with things like chronic pain and anxiety.

Dr Simon Erridge from Sapphire Medical Clinics told us there needs to be more awareness that products are available, because evidence shows medical cannabis can be quite effective.

Also in this episode:

NSPCC warns of a ‘tsunami of online child abuse’ as grooming crimes rise
Study claims exercise at the weekend as good as activity during the week
Year-round ozone hole discovered over entire tropics area
Youtuber creates 1400-singer version of Final Fantasy Track
More dogs in the neighbourhood often means less crime
Stranger Things 4 becomes second Netflix show to hit 1 billion hours viewed

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Drones deliver cancer drugs in 30 minutes

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The NHS is trialling a new drone delivery service, to send chemotherapy drugs to the Isle of Wight. It’s working with drone firm Apian to send the drugs to the island, which will cut the travel time from 4 hours to just half an hour.

Google is warning Windows users to update their Chrome browser immediately. It’s because of a bug which has been given ‘zero-day’ status - which means it's possible, and highly likely, hackers know about the issue and are actively exploiting it.

Also in this episode:

Deadly spider venom treatment for heart attacks reaches next milestone
'Sand battery' could solve green energy's big problem
New website checker launched to combat online fraud
Amazon begins using electric cargo bikes in London
Halo Infinite Forge leaks show new weapon combo system + more
London Zoo’s lioness ‘kicks off’ UEFA Women's EURO tournament 2022

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New hangover prevention pill goes on sale in UK

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 12:01:32 GMT

A new pill designed to stop you from getting a hangover is now on the market in the UK. The tablet from probiotic firm Myrkl is designed to break down alcohol in the gut before it gets to the liver. The CEO of Myrkl said it’s designed for moderate drinkers, and not those planning to get drunk.

The Army is investigating a breach of its social media channels, after its official Twitter and YouTube accounts were hacked. Its YouTube was flooded with videos on cryptocurrency and pictures of Elon Musk, and its official Twitter account retweeted several posts apparently about NFTs.

Also in this episode:

Giant Waterlily grown at Kew Gardens named ‘new to science’
Oxford Uni social psychologist discusses ‘mindless scrolling’ on social media
Tidal power firm achieves major milestone after securing £8m
The humpback whales sharing songs with others
Ubisoft shutting down online services for older games
The “Rise of the Gentleminions” TikTok trend hitting cinemas

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Minecraft YouTuber Technoblade’s farewell to fans

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:00:31 GMT

Minecraft YouTuber Technoblade’s farewell to fans, narrated by his father, hits nearly 3 million views in just a few hours following the 23-year-old’s death from cancer. His dad says his son wrote the message eight hours before passing away.

LGBTQ+ rights campaigners are attacking Amazon on social media because the company’s restricting search results for some gay and trans-related products in the UAE. It comes as London celebrates the 50th anniversary of the capital’s first Pride march, including an augmented reality exhibition using tech from Snapchat. The show will display work from six artists on iconic buildings in Soho.

Plus:

The “Missing Cryptoqueen” has been placed on the FBI’s Most Wanted list
Why Google’s offering $90m to small app developers
Fifa’s been showing off how VAR will work at the World Cup
Astronauts are losing more bone mass in space than initially thought
Flavoured heated tobacco could be banned across the EU
A study suggests 16 and 17-year-olds are more than three times more vulnerable to developing a cannabis addiction than adults
The curse of Vecna hits Netflix… Fans had to wait a little longer to catch the final episodes of season 4

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The killer whale duo’s shark killing spree

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Researchers believe a pair of killer whales off the coast of South Africa have been on a great white shark killing spree. They said the duo, named Port and Starboard, have been murdering sharks and eating their organs, slaughtering at least eight great whites since 2017. Experts believe the whales behaviour is behind a drop in great white shark sightings in the area over the last five years.

The man behind L’Oreal’s Research and Innovation tech team said they’re planning to bring some form of beauty offering to the Metaverse. Guive Balooch told the Evening Standard he thinks there will be a real appetite for beauty in the virtual world.

Also in this episode:

Tesla opens 800th Supercharger location in Europe
‘Napalm Girl’ received final skin treatment, 50 years after Vietnam War
UK’s first mass-produced hydrogen truck unveiled
Work starts on ‘Mammoth’ direct air capture plant in Iceland
Shrimps and worms ‘were among first to recover after largest mass extinction’
Xiaomi phone to use huge 1-inch camera sensor co-developed with Sony
Atari is bundling up over 90 classic games for its 50th anniversary

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New AI cane to help visually impaired people

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:00:43 GMT

A visually impaired university student and entrepreneur has created a brand new hi-tech version of the classic white cane, to help those with visual impairments.

19-year-old Ramneek Kaur Ahluwalia who’s CEO of ‘MyVision’ said it uses AI, LiDAR and GPS technology, and can notify users with audio directions or haptic feedback.

She has secured £10,000 in funding after winning the Samsung ‘Solve For Tomorrow’ national technology competition.

The government’s official advisors on climate change say we’re currently not on track to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

The Climate Change Committee has called for improved policies on energy efficiency and land use, and said there’s still an urgent need to cut demand for fossil fuels.

Also in this episode:

Fashion blogger Maxim Sapozhnikov reveals Monkeypox symptoms after testing positive
VFX artist explains vegas scenes in new Elvis movie
Highly antibiotic-resistant MRSA strain that arose in pigs ‘can jump to humans’
Electric Gamebox launches team Angry Birds game
Social media companies ‘should do more to crack down on car insurance scammers’
The iceberg which lets you show off your favourite artists

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Roe v. Wade: American's urged to swap period apps

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:02:45 GMT

The founder of a tech education company is advising women in America not to use period tracking apps, and increase their digital privacy after the recent law change that allows states to criminalise abortions.

Sinead Bovell, founder of WAYE Talks and UN speaker on tech and the future has been sharing the advice through her social media accounts.

The Roe V Wade decision has prompted a growing number of women in America to swap period tracking apps to ones that claim to have stricter security.

Medical students at the University of Cambridge are using AR headsets to experience realistic procedures. The university has developed a new app with Los Angeles-based tech company GigXR which uses life-like holograms to train students through simulation.

Plus:

PlayStation launches new subscription service at double original price
Overwatch 2 is set to replace the original Overwatch
Study suggests exoplanets may provide habitable conditions for billions of years
Samsung’s next phone will have a removable battery
AI trained to play Minecraft after watching 70,000 hours of Youtube videos
Mysterious lights spotted in sky over San Diego

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How AI at Wimbledon helps fans this summer

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

New AI technology is being used to help tennis fans better enjoy Wimbledon this year. The All England Tennis Club have teamed up with IBM to collect and combine data on player and ball movements using tech like Hawkeye. The stats will be used to give predictions on who might win or lose a match.

A fan hyper-car has broken the Goodwood Hill record with a time of 39.08 seconds. The McMurty Spéirling car beat the record set in 1999 by racing driver Nick Heidfeld in an F1 car.

Also in this episode:

Ofcom: Two thirds of young people see harmful content online, but just 16% report it
Nasa makes history with first rocket launch from Australia
Why space tourism could damage the o-zone layer
Earth’s oldest known wildfires raged 430 million years ago
The gamer recreating Simpsons hit-&-run into an open world game

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Electric car falls from third floor of Shanghai building

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:58:00 GMT

Chinese electric carmaker NIO’s revised a statement it issued following the deaths of two test drivers which emphasised that the accident wasn’t “related to the vehicle itself”. It followed an outcry on Weibo, the country’s version of Twitter, after a car apparently crashed out of the third floor of the company’s HQ in Shanghai. Some users said the statement was insensitive, while others said it pre-empted the conclusion of an investigation.

Meanwhile, Toyota’s recalling thousands of its electric cars over concerns the wheels might fall off.

And a language app says it’s been inundated with users from Ukraine as people in the country look to escape the war there. We speak to Babbel’s CEO, Arne Schepker.

Plus:

Netflix is laying off three hundred staff worldwide and confirmed adverts are coming
Scientists now think Jupiter may have got to its size by ‘eating’ other worlds
A bacterium so big it’s visible to the naked eye has been described as like meeting a human as tall as Mount Everest
A robot called IG-1 can serve up to 80 drinks per hour
Keanu Reeves seems to have changed his mind about NFTs
Several species of tortoises and turtles appear to have found the secret of eternal youth

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Polio: Parents urged to vaccinate children

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:21:48 GMT

Parents of children not vaccinated against polio are being contacted in parts of London after the virus was detected in the city’s sewer system. We spoke to our Health Editor for the latest. Twitter trials ‘notes’ to increase its character limit and an edit button is finally here. Elon Musk says Tesla’s US and German plants have become “gigantic money furnaces” because of Covid-19 supply problems in China. Apple boss Tim Cook’s been talking to China Daily USA about augmented reality; is Apple’s rumoured augmented reality headset actually real? The exact co-ordinates of Ernest Shackelton’s Endurance wreckage under the Antarctic ice have been revealed. Real-time translations is coming to Zoom. Plus, Instagram will now ID you if claim you’re over 18, Meta’s Oversight Board says it’s dealt with more than a million appeals in its first year and Alexa might soon be able to mimic people’s voices… alive or dead.

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Behind the fastest-growing supermassive black hole discovery

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:58:51 GMT

Astronomers have discovered the fastest-growing supermassive black hole of the last 9 billion years - and it's believed to be swallowing the equivalent of Earth each second. We speak to Lead Researcher behind the discovery, Dr. Christopher Olken. Meanwhile, a comet once spotted by the Hubble Space Telescope, and has the width of six Jupiters, is getting closer to Earth to see.

Plus:

Elon Musk: Twitter shareholders are expected to vote on whether he should buy the company
We speak to EE about their giant Wi-Fi rooster at Glastonbury Festival
Speaking at No.10 Downing Street, Rio Ferdinand’s called for a new social media platform to be built because the current giants ‘can’t get a grip on bullying’
Scientists say older people who can’t stand on one leg for more than ten seconds have double the risk of dying
Could a wrist-worn fertility tracker spot Covid days before symptoms emerge?
Why the Canterbury suburbs were home to some of Britain’s earliest humans
Star Wars fans: fancy Darth Vader breathing out of your Tv?

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Just Eat, Fitbit & Discord outage

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:01:53 GMT

Hundreds of big names like Just Eat, Fitbit and Discord experienced an outage today. Content delivery network Cloudflare has taken responsibility. A “Parade of Planets” not seen for 18 years is coming - that’s five worlds lining up in the sky at dawn. An Alzheimer’s breakthrough means the disease could be diagnosed from a single brain scan. South Korea enters the space race and scientists say we may have been trying to communicate with aliens in the wrong way. The UN’s shifted talks on protecting the environment from China to Canada over Covid concerns. How vaping, burning incense and even some cleaning products are causing pollution inside our homes -and it’s making hayfever worse.

Plus, 6,000 people sing and dance at Dawn at Stonehenge to mark the Summer Solstice, the hunt is on for a mate for London’s only female beaver and Fender’s bringing rock and roll to the Metaverse!

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New AI algorithm to combat online hate

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Research has revealed the physiological processes involved in exercise and hunger. Molecules found in mice after they exercised showed a reduction in appetite, loss of body fat and improved glucose tolerance. It's thought this may eventually lead to an ‘exercise pill’.

An AI algorithm is being developed to create safe spaces online. The project will see high tech tools to improve the detection of online abuse.

A mysterious blue spiral in the night sky left by Elon Musk’s dying Space X rocket left people to believe it was a UFO and Protonmail founder, Andy Yen, speaks out against Apple and Google. Scientists are looking at new technology to help type 2 diabetes patients lose weight in their sleep and experts warn a trial will looking into testing women for Group B Strep is at risk.

Plus, a UK taskforce is being set up to tackle to spread of bird flu and physicist have tested the theory of falling fruit in supermarkets.

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Elon Musk’s $258bn Dogecoin 'pyramid scheme' lawsuit

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 12:00:56 GMT

Elon Musk’s been hit with a sudden lawsuit over Dogecoin, and the complainant wants $258bn. It’s been filed in New York by Keith Johnson who claims he was “defrauded” by the Tesla founder who regularly tweeted about the crypto last year as it surged in value before crashing.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan backs a new electric car campaign for the capital, meanwhile, a London-based tech firm claims their Roadvent technology can cut roadside pollution exposure by up to 91%.

Plus:

Imagine being able to interact with your computer without even touching it… Well, it’s possible.
DNA found in 100,000-year-old remains of a polar bear shows they share ancestry with the brown bear.
A beer belly’s not been something to aspire to… but research suggests a beer a day can be good for your gut.
This strain of coronavirus may not give you experiences of long Covid.
Revamping the UK’s data laws: cookies notifications may be on the way out.
Why Amazon are to “fix” Comixology after merging with Kindle.
Bill Gates teases Internet Explorer’s death….

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iPhone: could millions of users be due compensation?

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 12:04:15 GMT

Twenty five million iPhone users in the UK could be in line for compensation with legal action being taken against Apple over battery “throttling”. Consumer champion Jason Guttman’s bringing the case to the competition appeals tribunal.

Mental health in space: why astronauts who’ve been involved in Nasa and ESA missions are going to be assessed by scientists at Loughborough University. Could the origins of Europe's Black Death been revealed? Plus a skeleton with a weapon embedded in its spine is being hailed as a “huge” advance in archaeology. Elon Musk will meet staff at Twitter for the first time since announcing his bid to buy the company. How many animals can you name in 60 seconds? The answer might reveal if you have a brain tumour. The science behind Netflix viewing habits could soon be used to guide doctors in managing cancer. Britain’s “most dangerous plant” has struck again - but what is it and why does it create blisters? And, 18 months after landing on Mars, the Perseverance rover has been caught leaving litter on the Red Planet.

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RIP Internet Explorer

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:00:47 GMT

It’s time to say goodbye to our old friend, Internet Explorer. It was originally introduced in 1995 as the built-in browser for Windows 95. Microsoft has gradually shifted away from the software since it introduced the new Edge browser in 2015 to coincide with Windows 10.

We speak to Volta XR about the technology they’ll be using at this year’s Glastonbury festival. Netflix is planning a real-life Squid Game reality TV show, but without the fatal consequences. Call of Duty comes to London’s Imperial War Museum and Nintendo has been urged to launch an investigation into a ‘drift’ problem affecting Switch Joy-Con controllers.

Plus, scientists say Venus’s Strange clouds are not explained by alien life, rising sea levels threaten 200,000 properties in England and 4.3 million Brits admit to ‘hacking’ their neighbours’ Wi-Fi.

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Crypto crash & Hillary Clinton at London Tech Week

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 12:00:41 GMT

Many major cryptocurrencies have fallen by up to a quarter of their value. The Evening Standard’s Tech Reporter, Simon Hunt, explains what exactly has been happening and which ones have been impacted.

We bring you more from London Tech Week as a global campaign to increase funding for underrepresented founders gets support from none other than Hillary Clinton.

Spotify forms a new ‘safety council’ to look at moderating content following the Joe Rogan controversy from earlier this year. The Marine Conservation Society is calling on specific fishing bans for marine protected areas in the UK. Research shows one in four scam victims is aged 21 to 30 - and many take place on tech platforms.

Plus, Which? says broadband providers are ‘not doing enough to promote low-cost tariffs’ and Amazon is to finally start drone deliveries.

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Does Google's AI chatbot have feelings?

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

An engineer at Google has been put on leave, after claiming one of the company’s AI chatbots can express thoughts and feelings. 41-year-old Blake Lemoine said the ‘laMDA’ chatbot had conversations with him about rights and personhood.

London Tech Week has begun as tech firms meet to show off their products, and collaborate on new ideas. We speak with Theo Blackwell, London's Chief Digital Officer at the event about AI - you can hear the full interview with him on The Leader from 4pm.

Plus: Microsoft showcases new games coming to Xbox, how stars experience their own ‘quakes’, why humans are smarter eaters than first thought, the study aiming to improve tests for antibiotic resistance, and why primates are getting their own Netflix.

In this episode:

Google engineer put on leave after claiming chatbot can express thoughts and feelings
London Tech Week begins
Xbox & Bethesda Game Showcase unpacked
New data reveals stars experience ‘quakes’ like on Earth
Why humans are smarter eaters than previously thought
Study aims to improve tests to predict antibiotic resistance
Study explores animals’ reaction to ‘primate version’ of Spotify and Netflix

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Jurassic World Dominion: living with dinosaurs

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

As Jurassic World: Dominion is released in cinemas, we’re asking the question: could humans feasibly live alongside dinosaurs?

The third and final movie in the sequel trilogy features three characters from the original Jurassic Park film, who haven’t been seen on screen together since 1993.

Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill are reprising their roles as Ian Malcolm, Ellie Sattler and Alan Grant, who now live in a world where dinosaurs live among humans, following the destruction of the island Isla Nebula.

We speak with Palaeontologist Joe Bonsor from the Natural History Museum about the dinos we could live with, those we definitely couldn’t, and how some species would cope with today’s global conditions.

Joe takes us through the science behind climates then and now, between the Cretaceous Period and today, and explains how learning about conditions millions of years ago can help us understand what’s happening to our climate now.

In this episode:

Could humans and dinosaurs coexist?
Coming face-to-face with Velociraptors and a T-Rex
How would different species from different eras react to each other?
What kind of climate did they live in, and could they cope in today’s conditions?
Would the high carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere today suit dinosaurs?
How dinosaurs would migrate to better-suited conditions
Using data from the dino-era to predict climate changes in future
Is there any chance 'dino-DNA' could be used to bring them back one day?

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Stranger Things: Vecna maker explains all

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

As Stranger Things fans get to grips with the new villain Vecna, we speak with the special effects maestro behind the character. Barrie Gower, Creative Director of BGFX discusses the process of creating the practical effects, and how actor Jamie Campbell Bower transformed into the Vecna.

Plus, TikTok’s new feature to help users monitor their screen time, adventurer Justin Packshaw describes his latest mission to Antarctica, and how Twitter is making it easier to buy products on its platform.

In this episode:

Stranger Things: How Vecna was created (0.16)
TikTok adds new screen time management tools to boost ‘digital wellbeing’ (2.04)
Justin Packshaw on his latest Antarctic Discovery (2.40)
Europe’s ‘biggest land-predator dinosaur’ fossil found on Isle of Wight (4.08)
Eating two portions of fish per week ‘linked to malignant melanoma’ (4.51)
Twitter launches ‘Product Drops’ (5.32)
Zero emissions hydrofoil ‘flying’ workboat launched (5.55)

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Monkeypox becomes ‘notifiable disease’

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Monkeypox has been designated as a ‘notifiable disease’ in England, meaning GPs and medics now have to alert local health authorities to suspected cases. So far 302 infections have been confirmed in the UK. The UKHSA said monkeypox doesn’t usually spread easily between people, and the overall risk to the UK population remains low.

To mark Ghostbusters Day 2022 we spoke to Christophe Paradis, animation supervisor from MPC (Moving Picture Company). Christophe played a big part in creating the graphics behind the ghosts on Ghostbusters: Afterlife.

Surfers Against Sewage are warning water quality in our seas and rivers is being ruined by water companies discharging sewage. On World Ocean Day they’re calling for tougher powers to crackdown on sewage discharges.

Also in this episode:

New biodegradable gel could ‘repair damage caused by heart attack’
Red Panda is being driven closer to extinction
Summer Game Fest 2022: Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare II teaser released today
Instagram now lets you ‘pin’ posts to your profile

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Taser drones: aides quit in school stun guns row

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

A group of advisors at the company behind taser weapons have resigned over plans to introduce drones armed with stun guns into US schools. Axon Enterprise's Chief Exec published a blog post last month, explaining how drones could help address school shootings.

Apple has revealed what’s new for iOS16, CarPlay and the new Macbook Air, Elon Musk threatens to terminate Twitter deal, and we speak to Professor Matthew Wills about evolution, and why we may have gotten it wrong.

In this episode:

Apple announces changes to iOS, CarPlay and Macbook Air (0.16)
Advisors walk out over taser-drone proposal for US schools (1.00)
Why most of our Evolutionary data might be wrong (1.33)
Elon Musk threatens to terminate Twitter deal (3.00)
China brings forward launch of solar power plant space station (3.37)
EU agrees on single charger rule for all devices (4.09)
How climate change is altering the Alps (5.00)
Study: Male athletes have stiffer arteries than women of same calibre (5.31)
Prehistoric DNA finds evidence of ancient ‘pizzly bear’ hybrids (6.11)

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Will Apple unveil AR headset at WWDC22?

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Rumours of Apple’s AR headset grow, Goldeneye remake officially coming to Xbox, China launches astronauts to complete space station, and why companies are trialling a 4-day working week - plus more!

We look at the rumours around Apple's upcoming WWDC22 event, the main being a long-rumoured AR headset. We speak with editor of Video Game Chronicle Andy Robinson about the prospect of an N64 remake of Goldeneye coming to Xbox. We also speak to Joe Ryle from the 4 Day Week Campaign about the four-day week trial starting on Monday.

In this episode:

AR headset rumoured ahead of Apple’s WWDC event
GoldenEye HD finally looks set for release after Achievements appear on Xbox
China launches three astronauts to complete its new space station
4 Day Week trial kicks off in the UK
Footballer Chris Smalling sets up fund for eco-friendly start-ups
The Android malware warning from Avast
I Am Groot animated series coming to Disney Plus

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World’s fastest supercomputer smashes speed record

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:02:34 GMT

Frontier, developed at Tennessee’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, can make a billion, billion calculations every second. Over one billion methamphetamine tablets seized across Asia amid growth of illegal ‘Golden Triangle’ synthetic drugs labs. Tech firms must do more to keep women safe online, urges regulator Ofcom. Trolling victims say online abuse lasts at least two years for many - and claim police aren’t doing enough to help. Mini-crab robots developed that so tiny they can scuttle on a coin. Will Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 be world’s biggest folding phone? Royal gold state coach gets cinematic makeover for Queen’s platinum jubilee. Low tech vs high-tech: Lego Optimus Prime 10302 launches.

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How great white sharks beat the megalodon to rule oceans

Tue, 31 May 2022 12:31:20 GMT

Research suggests the megalodon - the biggest shark ever to have roamed the oceans - suffered demise as apex predator after the fearsome great white won the food chain. Find out how! Russia oil ban in latest Ukraine war sanctions. The European Union has agreed to block 90 per cent of Russian oil imports by 2023 - but only what’s tankered by sea and not the product coming via pipelines after protests from Hungary, which largely relies on Kremlin-backed land supply. Crackdown urged over “exploitative” gaming loot boxes. Cyberpunk 2077: sales boost and expansion story leak. How the great white shark beat the megalodon to rule the ocean. Pair of alien ‘super-Earths’ to be scanned by James Webb Space Telescope. Earthquake rocks middle England. Urban eco paradise in Tower of London’s moat for Queen’s platinum jubilee. How an English fish and chip shop became a TikTok hit.

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Prehistoric Planet: behind the scenes

Mon, 30 May 2022 11:57:57 GMT

How did the team behind Prehistoric Planet bring to life dinosaurs that are over 66 million years old? We take you behind the scenes of the joint Apple TV+ /BBC production narrated by Sir David Attenborough and speak to series producer Tim Walker and animation supervisor Seng Lau. Aliens ‘could be common’ on orbiting planets, campaigners claim that English ‘rainforests’ burned down illegally and those infected with monkeypox should avoid contact with pets. Oil prices top two-month highs before EU meeting on Russia sanctions. Robot coffee-makers and librarians plug human workforce gaps. Plus, how a hat box inspired Britain’s mega-telescope.

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Robot makes history painting the Queen

Fri, 27 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

We hear from the maker of the humanoid which created the first-ever painting of the Queen done by a robot. 'Algorithm Queen' is expected to go on display in London soon.

Twitter investors sue Elon Musk and the platform over his takeover bid and Dippy the dinosaur is back in London after a five-year national tour.

Scientists say monkeypox may have been circulating in the UK for years, the iPhone 14 could be delayed due to China’s Covid-19 lockdowns and a Pompeii victim’s genome has been successfully sequenced for the first time. Plus, how AI is being used to help protect coral reefs.

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'World first' double hand transplant

Thu, 26 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

A British man has had a double hand transplant in a ‘world first’ for a scleroderma patient. Steven Gallagher was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease that causes scarring of the skin and internal organs, after he developed an unusual rash about 13 years ago. It’s now been more than five months since the operation and Steven’s condition is improving.

Research suggests most dinosaurs were warm-blooded, Sony goes heavy on PC and mobile gaming and Dyson are working on home robots - other than those capable of doing vacuum cleaning.

There’s hope for certain types of hair loss as an alopecia drug regrows a full head of hair in 40% of patients and the co-founder of a next-generation financial platform tells us why more needs to be done to get women into fintech careers.

Plus, Amazon’s first clothing store opens its doors and you can now choose your Sim’s pronouns.

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North Korea test-fires three ballistic missiles

Wed, 25 May 2022 11:53:37 GMT

North Korea fires three ballistic missiles just hours after US President Joe Biden left Asia. Japan confirmed at least two launches happened early on Wednesday but acknowledged there may have been more.

Experts are telling parents not to worry because monkeypox cases are rare in children, we speak to the designer of Meta’s garden which won gold at the Chelsea Flower show and researchers claim Google Chrome is only blocking a quarter of phishing websites.

Also, Apple confirms its next major event - will we get a first glimpse of their augmented reality headset? Nasa’s InSight lander posts its final selfie in its farewell from Mars and we hear about the underwater drone to carry out the first ever autonomous robotic inspection of wind farm foundations. Plus, there’s a new dinosaur in town and this one is vegan.

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Clubhouse on Russia-Ukraine war information

Tue, 24 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

A room on the Clubhouse App, called ‘Ukraine Sitrep’, is helping hundreds of thousands of people - including many Russians - access objective information about the war. We spoke to Nina Gregory from Clubhouse to find out more.

Whatsapp may soon stop working for millions of iPhone users. Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg is being personally sued over the Cambridge Analytica data breach scandal. How the technology behind the gene-edited tomatoes could one day help food shortages. The AI-driven system to improve the value of recycling.

Plus, how jackdaws use noise to make ‘democratic’ decisions and if you’ve ever fancied time travelling, why it might now be possible via your smartphone.

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Monkeypox cases on the rise

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:12:13 GMT

Monkeypox: 20 confirmed cases in England, with cases predicted to rise. High risk or close contacts are being told to isolate for three weeks. We take a look at the symptoms.

Europe’s first autonomous petrol station launches, we find out how the technology works and why it'll help customers. Clearview AI will delete all facial recognition data belonging to UK residents. The Hubble Space Telescope’s data suggests ‘something weird’ is going on with our universe. Google’s DeepMind says it is on verge of achieving human-level AI. The most detailed review of bumblebees reveals how we should protect our buzzy friends. Ancient Greek artefacts ‘were not hacked’ from temple, says the British Museum. And, Professor Brian Cox weighs in on UFOs.

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Nasa on their Moon mission: VIPER

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa discusses its VIPER moon mission, how hackers threaten our global food supply, Tik Tok’s plans to get into gaming and more!

Nasa has been explaining the details behind its latest moon mission: Viper. It plans to send its lunar rover to the Moon’s south pole, to look for ice and water. There’s a warning the global food supply chain is at risk from malicious hackers targeting ‘smart’ farm machinery. It’s thought the could hack into things like automatic crop sprayers, drones and robotic harvesters.

Plus:

Natural History Museum professor on the discovery of ‘ghost’ fossils
TikTok reportedly plans a ‘major push’ into gaming
$3.5 billion plan for carbon removal hubs in the US
Prehistoric faeces gives a hint about Stonehenge builders' cooking skills
The Artificial Intelligence sleep app that could mean an end to sleeping pills
Dolphins filmed lining up to self-medicate skin conditions with coral

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Costa Rica ‘at war’ with Conti ransomware gang

Thu, 19 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The new president of Costa Rica has declared that his country is at war with a ransomware group. The cybercriminal gang known as ‘Conti’ has disabled agencies across the government since April using ransomware attacks.

Plus, the CEO of a disability rights group has praised Apple for its new accessibility tools. We speak with Kamran Mallick from Disability Rights UK about the new tech, including voice controls, eye tracking and door detection for the blind.

Plus:

‘Closest probe to the sun’ captures ‘breathtaking’ images
Boeing's Starliner to launch uncrewed test flight to International Space Station
EU reveals plans to stop using Russian gas
Tesla opens up its superchargers to all EV drivers in the UK
WhatsApp reportedly testing a new feature that lets you quietly leave group chats

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Is the US taking UFOs more seriously?

Wed, 18 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

As Disney Plus prepares to bring in a cheaper ad-supported subscription service, there are fresh reports about how long its ad breaks might be. According to Variety and the Wall Street Journal, the streaming service will run ads for four minutes on movies or shows that last an hour or less. And, officials in the US appear to be taking UFOs a bit more seriously. Yesterday congress held its first hearing in half a century on unidentified flying objects. Pentagon officials said they encourage pilots and other military personnel to report anything unusual they see.

Plus:

WMO warning as the Planet breaks four climate records in one year (0.52)
Coders take part in 'Robot Dog Olympics' to help develop tech solutions for Army (2.23)
New blood test can detect bowel cancer (3.39)
NASA spacecraft on Mars headed for a dusty demise (4.09)
99-thousand sign petition to bring manned tills back to Tesco (4.56)
Rockstar Games owner responds to 'Save Red Dead Online' campaign (5.31)
The baby penguins born at London Zoo (6.07)

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Mars: Nasa's new search for life

Tue, 17 May 2022 12:03:54 GMT

To Mars: Nasa’s Perseverance will begin heading to a new part of the red planet called ‘Hawksbill Gap’. They hope rocks found here could provide the best evidence of past life. Elon Musk warns his Twitter takeover may not go ahead, until Twitter proves spam bot numbers, and Marvel Studios team up with London’s Science Museum for Black Panther technology experience.

Also in this episode:

Mi5 warns of spies targeting thousands of high tech businesses and government officials
Why jelly fish crushing robots are being made in Japan
How tiny 830-million-year-old organisms found in ancient rock could still be alive
A big step forward in cataracts treatment
Can sniffer dogs detect covid-19?
Hundreds of people spot a ‘fireball’ across the UK sky

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North Korea military tackle 'explosive' covid outbreak

Mon, 16 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

North Korea has drafted in its military to help deal with an 'explosive' outbreak of coronavirus. Experts said it could devastate the country - which has no vaccine programme and limited medical supplies.

Google and Samsung join forces to make it easier to sync fitness data between apps. Scientists say the Tonga eruption was a 'record atmospheric explosion'. Chris Packham is urging us to take part in Greenpeace’s ‘Big Plastic Count’. Gaming: fans track down the developer of Atari 2600's Wabbit. The writer, called Van Mai, is thought to have brought the first human girl to a game.

Plus, how ocean research could boost conservation ambitions, the mobile network letting users lower phone bill by playing games, and, a new species of red salamander has been found in the Panamanian forest.

Timecodes:

How ocean research could boost conservation ambitions (0.43)
Tonga eruption was 'record atmospheric explosion' (2.00)
The mobile network letting users lower phone bill by playing games and watching ads (3.22)
Google and Samsung join forces to make it easier to sync fitness data between apps (4.11)
Red salamander found in Panamanian forest is a new species (5.07)

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Black hole: man behind new Milky Way image

Fri, 13 May 2022 12:10:53 GMT

Elon Musk announces his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter is on ice as he probes the number of spam and fake accounts on the social media platform. Astronomers have revealed a donut-shaped giant black hole at the centre of our Milky Way that’s four million times bigger than the Sun - it’s called Sagittarius A*, a whirling, gaseous gravitational force 26,000 light-years away. We speak with radio astronomy and astroparticle physics expert Professor Heino Falcke, co-founder of the global Event Horizon Telescope. Netflix show-picking algorithms ‘can help satellites see through clouds’. Could world crypto regulation body help tame Bitcoin? Scientists dig up 2,000-year-old scents of ancient Arabia. Eurovision 2022: stress test for first broadcast over 5G. Disabled baby giraffe can walk again thanks to leg braces.

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Crypto crash: Bitcoin cheapest since summer ‘21

Thu, 12 May 2022 11:52:42 GMT

Bitcoin drops to a low of $25,401, and is down more than 45 per cent so far this year - a long way from its $69,000 peak in November 2021.

Can ‘pandemic darling’ Peloton reverse fortunes amid cost-of-living crisis? Scientists want to build a solar power plant in space. Google unveils first Pixel Watch.

Disney Plus reports gaining nearly eight million new subscribers. Facebook-owner Meta ‘tells AR division to prepare for budget cuts’. Drone delivery routes expanded by Royal Mail. Assassin’s Creed gamer says he’s finished all 12 titles ‘without taking single hit’.

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Elon Musk on Trump's Twitter 'freedom'

Wed, 11 May 2022 12:02:45 GMT

Elon Musk says he’ll reverse Twitter’s ban on former US president Donald Trump as part of his plan to make account suspensions a “rare thing”. London rapper Jords and charity Mind want more people to reach out for mental health help - for more information and support, visit mind.org.uk or call 0300 123 3393. End of musical era as Apple discontinues iPod after two decades. How worrying is US nuclear rocket plan to patrol Earth-moon space? Scotland ready to blast off 19-metre ‘microlauncher’ rocket. UK blames Russia over satellite hack. Legacy 3G network will be switched off in 2024.

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Millions of cyber scams taken offline

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:07:29 GMT

New figures from Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre reveal a record 2.7 million online scams were taken down last year. The NCSC said there were 10 times more phishing cons than in 2020 as fraudsters preyed on public concern around the pandemic. How whales once walked the Earth. Bitcoin crash: El Salvador buys dip.

TikTok singer Sam Ryder chosen as UK’s Eurovision 2022 entry. Nasa’s James Webb Space Telescope to capture first colour images. Officer’s terror recorded by smart watch as she fled killer. Apple ‘will stop drunk drivers using iPhone to unlock car’. Megalodon: six-year-old boy finds giant shark tooth on beach.

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Gaming kids 'banned' after 10pm

Mon, 09 May 2022 12:00:27 GMT

Children in China are to be banned from tipping video game streamers without parental consent - and they won’t be allowed to play on consoles after 10pm under new rules imposed by authorities.According to China’s National Radio and Television Administration, it’s part of a regulatory crackdown on web companies to manage how under-18s use technology.

It includes managing youngsters’ peak playing hours and consoles being turned off “forcibly” by 10pm under a concept called “youth mode”.

Analysis suggests hundreds of accounts belonging to the “very worst” Twitter trolls reappeared within days of Elon Musk’s £34.5 billion bid for the social network.

Volunteers monitoring online accounts promoting violence, racism and antisemitism says there’s recently been a surge of activity linked to these profiles, which were previously ejected from the platform.

Bitcoin fell to its lowest level since January on Monday as slumping equity markets continued to hurt cryptocurrencies.

Nasa scientists say they’ve seen for the first time a black hole inside a galaxy reversing its magnetic field...all from 236 million light-years away.

London’s mayor Sadiq Khan begins a US tour aimed at boosting the British capital’s tourism and tech industries.

UK politicians say the rise of online influencers has exposed legal gaps that leave children at risk of exploitation from advertisers.

Scientists say recycling of e-waste must be increased because mining Earth for metals to make new tech gadgets is unsustainable.

Twenty-five years after the launch of the N64 classic GoldenEye, a museum has come up with a way to stop competitors cheating and peaking at others’ progress in split-screen multiplayer mode.

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Apple, Google & Microsoft ditch passwords

Fri, 06 May 2022 12:23:12 GMT

Apple, Google and Microsoft are all taking a major step to get rid of passwords. The tech giants announced they’re expanding support for a password-free sign-in standard from the FIDO Alliance and the World Wide Web Consortium. Meaning you’ll soon be asked for verification by your fingerprint, face scan or a PIN by most platforms and devices instead.

Could an autonomous F1 race be in sight? In line with the 2022 Miami Grand Prix this weekend, we spoke to PoliMOVE about their autonomous racecar which broke a world record for speed. A study finds spending a long time in space changes the shape of your brain and canon tells us about the future of photography.

A massive amount of water has been found below Antarctica's ice sheet for the first time, Elon Musk is to run Twitter following his company takeover and the vaquita - the world's most endangered sea mammal - isn't 'doomed'. Plus, ‘TikTok addiction’ could be real, we’ll tell you about the symptoms.

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CIA asks Russians to slide into DMs

Thu, 05 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The CIA is asking Russians with state secrets to slide into its DMs. The agency posted a set of instructions in Russian on its official Instagram account in the hope of appealing to people who might want to act as informants in relation to Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

The Financial Conduct Authority is warning of an 86% increase in screen sharing scams, they tell us why we should never allow others access to our screens. It comes the same day a cyber security expert is calling on people to ‘drop passwords altogether’ and use other login methods instead.

NASA is sending female manikins to the moon, the Boeing Starliner finally moves near the launch pad for a crucial test flight and ‘Tomb Raider: The Live Experience’ launches in London.

Plus, National Broadband calls on the government to improve digitally deprived areas and Starbucks is set to enter the world of NFTs.

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Elon’s Twitter fees for businesses & government explained

Wed, 04 May 2022 11:58:22 GMT

Elon Musk says there may be a 'slight cost' for businesses and governments using Twitter in the future. Posting on his personal account on the platform, Musk clarified that the site would always remain free for “casual users”.

We hear about the new £5million Virtual Reality centre in the UK. Pippa Bostock, Business Director at the Centre for Creative and Immersive XR at the University of Portsmouth, explains why it’s needed to help plug the talent gap in this growing industry.

The UK government is set to ditch plans to empower tech regulator, Amazon ends Android shopping app digital downloads and the Paramount+ streaming service will launch in the UK and Ireland in June.

Plus, people can now get contact info cut from Google search results, Scientists at Macquarie University in Australia want to build huge telescopes to look into deep space and there’s a Robot chef which has learned to chew, taste and tweak seasoning.

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Helicopter catches rocket then drops it

Tue, 03 May 2022 12:00:14 GMT

Hear the moment a helicopter catches a falling rocket mid-air. Unfortunately, the booster was then dropped into the ocean by mistake. However, Rocket Lab's mission is still being deemed a success as it completed its primary objective of deploying 34 satellite payloads into space.

Elon Musk has been speaking about his plans for Twitter whilst at the Met Gala. This came following reports that more than half of Musk’s Twitter followers appear to be fake.

The EU has accused Apple of breaking competition law over contactless payments - saying they’re abusing their market position. If the charges are upheld, Apple could be fined up to 10% of its global turnover of around $36.6billion.

Bill Gates warns of more ‘fatal’ and ‘transmissive’ Covid-19 variants, the James Webb Telescope will soon face a crucial test and NASA’s Crew-3 prepare for return to Earth. Could Meta be about to drop news on four new VR headsets? Amazon US will pay staff for travel expenses for abortions and other treatments, plus the new invention turning seawater into drinking water with the push of a button.

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Snapchat on ‘leading the way’ in AR

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:05:26 GMT

We speak to Snapchat’s General Manager for the UK, Ed Couchman, who says the camera company wants to ‘lead the way’ in Augmented reality. The firm’s announced a series of new AR tech, including an AR shopping feature called "dress up", as well as a drone that hovers near you and automatically takes photos and videos. We speak with Snapchat's General Manager for the UK Ed Couchman about the tech, and why they're investing so much in AR.

Blizzard are set to reveal all about their first ever mobile Warcraft game next week. On the World of Warcraft Twitter account, it announced all will be revealed on the 3rd of May.

Also in this episode:

World speed record broken for fastest fully autonomous car on a straight track at a Nasa air strip (2.16)
Twitter reports first-quarter revenue following Elon Musk takeover agreement (2.50)
EU, US and other countries announce ‘Declaration for the Future of the Internet’ (3.16)
Gardeners urged to let lawns go wild to boost nature (4.01)
Why Jack Russell terriers have the longest lifespan among pet dogs (4.29)

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New mysterious martian aurora discovered

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

A new mysterious martian aurora has been discovered by a space probe orbiting Mars. The Emirates Mars Mission said their Hope probe has discovered the red planet’s own version of the Aurora Borealis. It’s thought the discovery will answer and raise questions about the planet’s surface, magnetic fields, and solar wind.

Two sisters who are hoping to reforest the planet with their food-waste seed pods have secured £50,000 of funding from the Royal College of Art. Bike and Begum Ayaskan have launched Aerseeds: a project to create and disperse aerodynamic nutrient and seed pods made from food waste to reforest natural habitats.

Also in this episode:

Google to remove URLs with links to personal info, by request (2.09)
Google Chrome hack - how to update your browser (2.44)
Forest loss equivalent to “ten football pitches a minute” recorded in 2021 (3.02)
Discarded PPE could be recycled into new products for the NHS (3.42)
Viruses could spread between more mammal species as climate change worsens (4.34)
Avatar 2 release date and name revealed (5.05)

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Elon Musk urged to ‘clean up’ Twitter

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk is being urged to ‘clean up’ Twitter’s digital town square, once his purchase of the social platform is completed. Tory MP Damian Collins has called on the billionaire to follow through with his pledge to support free speech, and clear Twitter of what he called ‘spam bots’ spreading disinformation on the platform.

A café in Manchester has been transformed into a project to show people how they use their data while using websites and apps. The ‘Ethical Dilemma Café’ has been set up by the Mozilla foundation - offering people free coffee if they give up their personal information.

Also in this episode:

YouTuber's pilot licence revoked after he 'crashed plane to get views' (2.10)
Two giant marsquakes rock the far side of Mars (2.53)
Urgent Warning Issued To All Users To Ignore Text Sent On WhatsApp (3.30)
UK wildlife watchers ‘welcome species that arrive because of climate change’ (4.23)
Why Sega is pulling classic Sonic games from digital stores (4.53)

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Twitter's Dorsey welcomes Elon takeover

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:04:12 GMT

Twitter founder Jack Dorsey has welcomed Elon Musk’s all-but-done takeover of the social media platform. An agreement was reached on Monday for the Tesla owner to purchase the social media platform for $44billion. Professor Charlie Beckett, the Director of Polis the Journalism think tank at the London School of Economics, explains why it’ll be a challenge for Elon - find the full interview with him from 4pm here. A professor working on the next set of experiments for the Large Hadron Collider says she’s hoping they could lead to the discovery of what’s known as ‘dark matter’. Professor Victoria Martin from the University of Edinburgh told us there’s also a chance they could discover a new dimension.

Also in this episode:

Businessmen return from $55m trip to space station after overstaying by a week (2.33)
China’s space agency plans to knock asteroid off course (3.08)
Joe Biden’s plans to give police access to drone-tracking tech (3.35)
Lab-grown meat and insects 'good for planet and health' (4.30)
EE to launch smart glasses in the UK (5.15)

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Is Elon’s Twitter takeover close?

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk’s purchase of Twitter appears to have moved a step closer, as he met with top execs from the social network. They met on Sunday, with the Tesla owner claiming a deal could be done as soon as this week.

A team of scientists on the ISS are carrying out experiments to see if they can grow meat in zero-gravity. The aim is to see if they can create a source of food for future humans who set up colonies on the moon or other planets.

Plus:

The spider which flings females away like a catapult (1.25)
The Large Hadron Collider comes back to life after 3-years of upgrades (1.58)
Why Google, Meta and other big tech will have to explain their algorithms in the EU (2.28)
Nine ‘Pixel Watch’ photos leak (3.16)
Customers of big mobile providers overpay and are underserved (3.49)
Google introduces ‘inclusive language’ function (4.27)

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Earth’s ‘hidden world’ | Earth Day 2022

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:00:11 GMT

In a special Tech & Science Daily episode to mark Earth Day, we explore the hidden secrets beneath the world’s surface with astronaut Jeremy Hansen, from the Canadian Space Agency.

As part of Jeremy’s cave training with the European Space Agency, he has ventured deep underground rocky caves in Sardinia.

The skill and equipment required means not everyone can experience this mysterious place… until now.

Jeremy relives his journey through the caves, explains their relevance for astronaut training and how this -along with space travel- can help protect our planet.

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Tesla profits rocket as electricity prices spike

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:45:11 GMT

Elon Musk’s e-car firm announces bumper $3.2 billion profits for 2022, with customers footing the bill for supply chain hikes. One hour less on your phone daily will make you happier, German study finds. Spanish healthcare worker suffers double Covid in under three weeks. Daredevil pilot cousins race gravity to swap planes in 120mph nosedive record attempt. Nasa’s Perseverance rover snaps rare Mars solar eclipse. Pokémon buys manufacturer of its trading cards as demand soars. Actors band together to save jobs from artificial intelligence deep fakes. Netflicker...how our ancestors created artworks by firelight.

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Netflix customers flee amid cost-of-living squeeze

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 11:18:54 GMT

Netflix blames inflation, war in Ukraine and competition for loss of 200,000 subscribers, sending stock price tumbling over 25 per cent. Next stop: Uranus, space scientists tell Nasa. Prostate cancer: new bacteria link to aggressive illness. Would you trust Alexa to pre-empt your life? Watching TV in future self-driving cars ‘to become legal’ in UK - at up to 37mph. Space treat for Earth’s stargazers as Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn come into view. LOL, it’s the FBI’s internet slang dictionary.

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Space peace: US bans satellite-blasting missile tests

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:45:02 GMT

Vice-president Kamala Harris has announced America will stop using missiles to blast old orbiting satellites for weapons tests, hoping to reducing the risk of galactic conflict between nations. Beanstalk nightmare as ethereum-based stablecoin crashes after $182 million hack. TikTok probed by Department of Homeland Security over child abuse material. How Twitter could look under Elon Musk’s management. Research finds overweight women are at nearly double risk of womb cancer. Was Boris Johnson’s phone targeted by Israeli spyware? Very old PlayStation sparks airport bomb scare.

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Elon Musk offers to buy Twitter

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:57:59 GMT

It’s not over for Elon Musk and his Twitter debut. Musk tweeted that he made an offer to buy the social media site, plus reports show a regulatory filing of $41.39 billion dollars.

In other Twitter news, the NFT of Jack Dorsey’s first tweet isn’t as valuable as some thought. We hear from BPI about its “All About the Music” yearbook 2022 and how Central Cee, KSI & AJ Tracey create millions of streams in the UK.

A study suggests diverse life forms existed on Earth much earlier than previously thought and there’s a rare planetary alignment that will grace the UK night sky next week.

Plus, hear about the green paradise coming to London’s Canary Wharf, with thanks to Cornwall’s Eden Project. Why monkeys who groom themselves may have more empathy, and how a high frequency device called a ‘pinger’ could help save the lives of dolphins.

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NASA: 'Megacomet' travelling towards Earth

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:00:52 GMT

A record-breaking, huge comet has been spotted heading towards Earth, but don’t worry, it will stop before reaching our planet.

NASA, who made the discovery, says its icy nucleus is bigger than any ever seen – measuring around 80 miles across, and 50 times bigger than the heart of most known comets.

A major producer of Apple's iPhone has become the latest manufacturer to halt operations in Shanghai, China’s ‘Earth 2.0’ spacecraft could finally find life on alien worlds and NASA are to test a catapult that flings objects into space at 5,000mph.

We hear from Space Prize who are launching a first of its kind competition to encourage girls around the world to pursue careers in space, a global police sting takes down the ‘world’s biggest’ hacker marketplace and a US cryptocurrency expert is jailed for helping North Korea evade sanctions.

Plus, research finds that 35% of people don’t know what cookies are and celebrity interest helps ‘MoonPay’ become worth billions.

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Twitter’s Crypto Lead on Web3

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:58:02 GMT

We speak to Twitter’s Crypto Engineering Lead on the future of Web3. Tess Rinearson tells us how she thinks blockchain tech will change and adapt plus the challenges of working in such a new emerging field. Nasa is to resume its moon rocket test with modifications today, Meta is to start testing its money-making tools for its metaverse and Apple could be about to reveal its first hints of its augmented reality headset. A study suggests that a psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms can open up people with depression’s brains, Harvard Scientists and the US Space Command confirm the first alien meteorite to hit Earth and researchers ‘crack’ an egg-forging evolutionary puzzle. Plus, more than 50% of people around the world could be suffering from headaches, Epic Games is valued at about $32 billion and a driverless car pulls away after being stopped by police.

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Elon Musk’s Twitter U-turn

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:59:15 GMT

Elon Musk has made a U-turn decision not to join Twitter’s board and the social media company’s CEO says “it’s for the best”. It comes after Musk makes numerous suggests for Twitter Blue.

Moondust collected by Neil Armstrong after he walked on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission, will be auctioned off this week in New York. We hear from the technology, science and space specialist at Bonham’s, who is facilitating the sale of the sample.

The CEO of a tech firm tells us why experiencing real-life events in 3D video games and the metaverse will be the future of how we consume content. The UK is to build a software ‘brain’ for a giant radio telescope and a new ‘killer’ immunotherapy shows promise in attacking hard-to-treat cancer. Plus, speed camera app developers face abuse from UK drivers.

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Human cells ageing 'reversed by 30 years'

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Researchers have found a way to reverse the ageing of human cells by 30 years. They tried a new technique on human skin cells, and managed to partly restore the function of older cells, while renewing their biological age at the same time.

London Zoo is using jumping spiders to try to help people overcome their arachnophobia. The neon-coloured spiders can leap six-times their body length.

Plus, Activision Blizzard is giving a thousand game testers full-time jobs, a dinosaur specialist explains the significance behind the North Dakota asteroid fossil site, a post mortem of ‘extraordinary’ Greenland shark reveals it had meningitis, the new Snapchat lens that can teach you sign language, and Returnal is named best game at Bafta Games Awards.

In this episode:

Cambridge researchers reverse the ageing process in human skin cells (0.16)
London Zoo uses jumping spiders to cure arachnophobia (0.55)
Activision Blizzard gives game testers full-time roles (2.03)
Why the asteroid fossil site in North Dakota is so significant (2.30)
Greenland shark post mortem shows it had meningitis (3.52)
Snapchat launches sign language lens (4.43)
Returnal wins Best Game at Bafta Game Awards (5.11)

Hear the full interview with Natural History Museum Professor Paul Barrett here.

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Asteroid strike dinosaur fossil found

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists reckon they’ve found a fossil of a dinosaur that was killed by the asteroid which sent the species into extinction. It was found at a fossil site in North Dakota - and experts believe the dinosaur was killed and its leg preserved on the actual day the asteroid struck, 66 million years ago.

As the UK Government has announced plans to regulate stablecoins, an expert believes it will hugely benefit businesses. Teana Baker Taylor, director at Crypto UK, said using them to send money abroad will save time and cost, and keep businesses in the country.

Plus Mario Golf is coming to the Nintendo switch, Paramount plans to join the metaverse, astronomers spot the most distant object ever seen, and how mushrooms might communicate like humans.

In this episode:

Dinosaur fossil linked to asteroid (0.18)
What’s the end game for regulated stablecoins in the UK? (0.55)
Mario Golf coming to Nintendo Switch (2.23)
Paramount launching its own space in the metaverse and Star Trek NFTs (3.03)
Pinterest bans climate misinformation (3.36)
Astronomers spot the most distant astronomical object ever seen (4.35)
Covid-19 linked to increased risk of serious blood clots (5.12)
How fungi appears to communicate like humans (5.50)

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3D-printed fingertip with 'human' sense of touch

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Police have issued a warning about cannabis sweets after a 23-year-old who consumed sweets suspected to be laced with the drug died in London. Law student Damilola Grace Olakanmi bought the “gummies” via a messaging app. She and a 21-year-old friend immediately fell ill after having the sweets, which came in packaging branded with “Trrlli Peachie O’s”.

A new 3D-printed fingertip that has a sense of touch like human skin has been created by researchers at Bristol University. It’s been made to produce artificial nerve signals, similar to the ones made by human nerve endings in the skin. It’s hoped the tech can be used in future to massively improve prosthetics.

Also in this episode:

Twitter is adding an edit button (0.45)
First Light Fusion develop cheap new way to generate nuclear power (1.16)
Report claims Instagram isn’t doing enough to protect women from misogynistic abuse (2.50)
Big-screen actors returning in new Lego Star Wars game (3.39)
Lexus to reveal first electric car (4.23)
Barclays warns businesses over scammers targeting invoices (5.00)
Hubble telescope discovers the most distant star ever seen. (5.58)

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UK government's crypto plans

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

UN scientists have announced we are in a ‘now or never’ situation to fix climate change. We spoke with Ian Bateman, professor of environmental economics at the University of Exeter about the IPCC report, and why wind and solar power might be better than nuclear.

Plus - two notebooks owned by Charles Darwin that went missing in 2001, have been anonymously returned to the Cambridge University Library. We spoke with a Cambridge University librarian about how significant the notebooks are.

Also in this episode:

The Royal Mint to create first ever NFT + UK gov to regulate stablecoins (2.50)
Axiom to launch the world’s first all-private space mission to the ISS (3.24)
US Palaeontology professor’s new theory on T-rex’s small arms (4.10)
Study finally proves birds are more colourful near the equator (4.44)
Date set for launch of electric Delorean concept car (5.21)

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Elon Musk buys $2.9 billion chunk of Twitter

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Elon Musk has bought a stake in Twitter worth $2.9 billion. The Tesla boss now has a 9.2% stake in the social media platform. He’s well known for his tweets, and has more than 80million followers.

Plus - a pair of composers who created ‘the unofficial Bridgerton musical’ album using TikTok, have won a Grammy for it. Emily Bear and Abigail Barlow won the Grammy for best musical theatre album.

Also in this episode:

Oxitec’s genetically modified Fall Armyworms designed to save crops (1.10)
Russia to suspend ISS cooperation until sanctions are lifted (2.38)
The official list of Covid-19 symptoms has been expanded (3.15)
IPCC to release new report on action to tackle climate crisis (3.55)
Gemini research finds 1 in 5 Brits own cryptocurrency (4.44)
Test could predict effective cancer drug combinations in less than two days (5.23)
Samsung announces new TVs will include support for NFTs (6.08)

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DreamWorks: Behind the scenes & 'The Bad Guys' release

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 11:59:00 GMT

She’s worked on global hits including Shrek, and now the woman leading tech communications at DreamWorks Animation discusses the importance of data for wowing cinema audiences.

Kate Swanborg, senior vice-president of technology communications and strategic alliances at the US movie giant founded by Steven Spielberg, says there has been a “leap forward” in computer graphics capabilities since the 2001 fairytale hit starring Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy.

Now, similar films contain so much data that by the final cut, half a billion digital files need rendering.

Kate says it’s part of a revolution since characters had something of a “plasticky” finish in the early days of computer animation, to more a realistic - but data-heavy - appearance of fur and water effects.

She also discusses why greater representation for women in the company’s engineering and artist roles is crucial, and the importance of university partnerships to encourage more black filmmakers.

Kate spoke to Tech & Science Daily ahead of the release of animation caper The Bad Guys, featuring a stellar cast including Sam Rockwell, Awkwafina and Richard Ayoade.

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Ronin hack: How safe is your crypto?

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:59:15 GMT

Blockchain network Ronin is investigating how over $600 million worth of cryptocurrency was stolen from its virtual coffers - making it one of history’s biggest virtual heists.

Britney Spears and Justin Bieber’s choreographer is suing Fortnite’s maker Epic Games over character "emotes" in the popular title.

Artificial intelligence art start-up Nebula 41 says anyone can now paint like a digital Picasso, and mint their efforts as an NFT.

Most distant single star detected by the Hubble Space Telescope, and it’s just a billion years older than the universe’s big bang.

UCLA scientists reveal how “electron rain” pouring down on our planet may look beautiful, but poses hazards for satellites and astronauts.

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall open the new headquarters of Facebook’s parent company Meta.

Brits fork out on a record amount on video games last year - and it’s even more than at the peak of the pandemic lockdowns.

Insurers are calling for tough laws on electric scooters, if their legal use is widened beyond current government trials - it follows injuries and battery fire risks from illegal vehicles.

The secrets of parrots’ long lives revealed in a new study by Germany’s Max Plank Institute of Animal Behaviour.

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Dyson's 'air-filtering' headphones

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:54:28 GMT

Chunky Dyson headphones + mask to combat air and noise pollution - but are you brave enough to wear them in public? Russian hackers ‘scanning US energy giants’ for cyber weakness, says FBI. Nasa astronaut returns to Earth after record-breaking year living on ISS. Invisibility Shield: We speak with the British inventor behind the most curious invention of 2022. Plus, Sony's PlayStation Plus subscription has launched. A board game version of the hit horror title Dead by Daylight is now crowdfunding. The man who ‘lost $500,000 life savings to cryptocurrency in QuadrigaCX collapse’. Could eating an avocado weekly cut risk of heart disease?

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Ukraine: Hackers hunted after web host attacked

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:05:25 GMT

Ukrtelecom says as an immediate result of the breach it throttled customers usage to focus on internet access for critical infrastructure and the military.

FBI names Russians wanted over hacking of nuclear plants. Sensory hats to probe astronauts’ brain waves on International Space Station. Elden Ring: speedrunner completes game in 20 minutes (with 15 hours practice). Why the human body’s cells contain ‘tentacles’. Could deal to halt global destruction of nature be close? Type 2 diabetes: new link to early health problems. Climate crisis: ice shelf collapses in east Antarctica for first time. London Zoo residents investigate mystery crates to celebrate children’s classic book Dear Zoo.

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Space: Spiral galaxy 60 million light-years away

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 11:56:33 GMT

First the latest from the Oscars: The reboot of the sci-fi epic Dune’s wins include best visual effects, and with SFX supervisor Paul Lambert previously working on Blade Runner 2049, First Man and Tron: Legacy. Apple TV + Film became the first streaming service to win Best Picture at the Oscars with CODA. Warn kids about social media risks at young age, parents urged. Covid latest: 200,000 more children off school from virus and free testing row. Hubble Space Telescope snaps spectacular spiral galaxy 60 million light-years away. Delight for woman who’s cancer tumour halves in drug trial. Mental health in jails ‘still failing people’, says sister of dead MMA star. NFTs: Nelson Mandela’s original arrest warrant auctioned for $130,000.

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‘Russia targeting critical IT systems and infrastructure’

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:09:26 GMT

The UK and its allies say Russian spies are behind ‘calculated and dangerous’ cyber attacks happening around the world.

Microplastics have been found in human blood for the first time and research has found we naturally switch between social identities - like ‘work mode’ or ‘home mode’ - much quicker than we can switch between different tasks.

Europe agrees to a new law designed to curb Big Tech’s dominance and Samsung might be releasing another foldable or possibly even ‘rollable’ phone. Plus, Apple is supposedly going to introduce a hardware subscription service.

The CEO of a tech firm which creates special light filters explains why too much blue light can hinder your productivity, Britain's loudest bird is making a recovery after almost disappearing from the country twice and Instagram finally brings back the chronological feed – we explain how to get it.

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Male contraceptive pill 99% effective

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Male contraceptive pill 99% effective

A contraceptive pill for males has been found to be 99% effective in preventing pregnancy through tests in mice. The hope is that the breakthrough medication could bring balance to the contraceptive burden.

British tech firm ‘Nothing’ launches the first UK smartphone in five years, hoping to challenge global tech giants. The MoD is pressing YouTube to remove ‘Russian state’ hoax videos of the UK Defence Secretary and paleontologists finally have an answer as to where the world’s most expensive fossil is.

Scientists discover a new species of glass frogs with transparent bellies, people with specific gene mutations are ‘less likely to have children’ and a study finds that apples today are way better than their wild ancestors.

Plus, 5,000 planets have now been discovered outside our solar system, orchards are vanishing from the landscape and a paralysed man asks for a beer using just his thoughts after a brain implant.

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A real world 'invisibility shield'

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

An independent think tank has accused UK ministers of ‘government by Whatsapp’. It comes as the High Court has been hearing claims that ministers are breaching the law by deleting messages and using private accounts for government business.

US securities regulators warn that someone really needs to monitor Elon Musk’s tweets. We hear about the science behind a new DNA guessing game TV show, a British startup says it created an actual ‘invisibility shield’ and PS5/ PS4 system software updates are released globally.

Scientists create a special lettuce to help astronauts avoid bone loss in space, how sounds of nature benefit mental health plus promote environmental protection and YouTube enters the world of free, ad-supported TV streaming. Also, find out how Twitter will now let you record a GIF right from the iOS app’s camera.

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Why dinosaurs were 'just really unlucky'

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:01:17 GMT

US comedian Pete Davidson’s replacement for the upcoming Blue Origin NS-20 space flight will be the New Shepard chief architect, Gary Lai. Lai has been with the space tourism company for 18 years and holds several patents related to the New Shepard rocket's design.

We find out why dinosaurs were “just really unlucky” that sulphur gases and climate cooling sped up their extinction. President Joe Biden says Russia is ‘exploring’ US cyber-attacks. We speak to a scientist in Utah who is getting climbers to help them research the state’s famous rock formations.

Also, how scientists are decoding pig emotions from their sounds, why diamonds may stud Mercury’s crust and data shows that stomach bugs decreased by more than half during the first sixth months of lockdown. Plus, how orangutans use ‘cool’ slang.

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Fortnite’s new season arrives

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Fortnite Chapter 3, Season 2 is finally here. Epic Games has taken the game offline for the new season titled 'Resistance'. It centres around the battle between the IO and The Seven.

The spring Covid booster vaccine launches for over-75s in England. A taxi driver files a lawsuit against Tesla after a fatal crash in Paris. The UN Secretary General says the rush to use fossil fuels because of the war in Ukraine is threatening global climate targets and the CEO of Cellular Goods speaks out against the social media ban on ads for CBD products.

Also, why the UK chicken’s have entered their own sort of lockdown and a former Apple employee is charged with defrauding more than $10 million from the company.

Plus, Glasgow scientists create a simpler way to test mosquitoes for Malaria and China requires Microsoft’s Bing to suspend its auto-suggest feature.

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UK built Mars rover mission suspended over Ukraine invasion

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 13:13:46 GMT

A mission to Mars planned between the European Space Agency and Russian Space Agency has been suspended. A British built rover was due to be blasted into space this year, but the ESA said cooperation with Russia is ‘impossible’ because of the invasion of Ukraine.

Plus, divers are heading to the Titanic shipwreck to collect environmental DNA from the site, and find out what lives there. Marine biologists are hoping to learn about the biodiversity of the wreck, and how the ship has impacted the life around it.

Also:

AI suggests 40,000 new possible chemical weapons in just six hours
Porche’s 718 model to go all-electric
Nasa's giant new SLS Moon rocket makes its debut
New Delta-cron covid variant confirmed
Lithium may decrease risk of developing dementia
Tile release ‘anti-stalking’ safety feature

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This War of Mine maker on $850k Ukraine donation

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Game developer 11Bit Games has raised $850,000 for the Ukraine Red Cross, in just 9 days. It raised the cash purely through sales of its game This War Of Mine, an anti-war title all about surviving conflict. We hear from Pawel Miechowski who called the fundraiser a ‘phenomenon’.

Plus, a crypto compliance firm has suggested sanctioned Russian oligarchs have been using crypto to protect their funds. Elliptic said it is actively investigating crypto-asset wallets believed to be linked to sanctioned Russian officials and oligarchs.

Also:

Bored Ape Yacht Club creates its own cryptocurrency
The fabric that can hear your heartbeat
Netflix to clamp down on password sharing
NSPCC claims Online Safety Bill ‘doesn’t go far enough’
New Covid treatment for people with a weakened immune system
Brie Larson to open her own space in the metaverse

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Ukraine’s cyberarmy 'targets Russian space projects'

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we learn about Ukraine’s cyber-army, targeting Russia's Mars and nuclear projects. Jeff Carr, a US-based cybersecurity and digital warfare researcher describes who they are and what they are doing.

Plus, Mark Zuckerberg says NFTs will soon be available on Instagram. He revealed they hope to bring them to the social network in the ‘near term’ at a conference in America.

Also:

Meta joins UK anti-scams initiative
Oxitec's genetically modified mosquito project gets pilot approval
Met Police forensics tech can detect blood specks on dark clothing within seconds
NASA says US astronaut in space will come home “for sure”
Spotify buys naming rights on FC Barcelona’s massive stadium
Apple Face ID update lets users unlock their phones while wearing a mask

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Why AI 'shouldn't tackle disinformation online'

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:00:15 GMT

This week we hear from journalist and Mozilla Fellow Odanga Madung who uncovered a paid disinformation campaign on Twitter in Kenya. He says social media firms mustn’t rely on AI to tackle the spread of false information online. Also, a brand new dinosaur has been discovered in China.

Fossils show it’s in the same family as the Stegosaurus, with large armour plates and spines.

Plus:

Microsoft’s Direct-Storage API speeds up loading times (2.10)
Ford launching 7 new EVs in Europe (2.42)
Dronecoria: using drones to reforest the world (3.12)
The high tech ambulance using 5G from space (4.26)
How to watch NASA’s live spacewalk (5.05)

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Pete Davidson to fly to space with Blue Origin

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:00:35 GMT

In today’s episode:

Ukraine invasion threatens “vital” climate research (0.16)
Plans for ‘space power station’ and quicker Mars to Earth communication (0.56)
Pete Davidson going to space on Blue Origin (1.32)
Researchers warn of Amazon ‘tipping point’ (1.55)
Fears US astronaut could be left in space (2.55)
Scientists reverse ageing process in mice (3.39)

Plus:

Instagram finally lets moderators on live feeds
Ford to ship and sell Explorer SUVs with missing chips
Samsung to launch new mid-range smartphones this week

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YouTube’s iJustine: How I stayed in the game | IWD 2022

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

In the final episode of our week celebrating leading women in tech and science, we hear from Justine Ezarik, aka iJustine, one of the most successful YouTubers of all time.

iJustine launched 16 years ago and she truly was one of the original queens of the platform. Now, she has 6.98 million subscribers, created over 2000 uploads and has more than a billion views across her channel.

Despite the critics in the early days, Justine persevered and she continues to adapt and evolve now, all because of her love of technology.

Get ready to hear from a YouTube legend.

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A brief history of... Lucy Hawking | IWD 2022

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Next up in our week of special episodes of Tech & Science Daily, we hear from Lucy Hawking, science educator and children’s writer. You’ll also likely be familiar with her father, the theoretical physicist, Stephen Hawking.

Lucy created the ‘George’ book series, a collection of fantasy adventure novels based on real science. She’s since gone on to publish many other children’s books but all of them have the same goal, to make science more understandable and entertaining.

Lucy’s latest book ‘Princess Olivia Investigates The Wrong Weather’ is out on 14th April.

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How to find a supermassive black hole | IWD 2022

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

On Tech & Science Daily, we're carrying on our week of special episodes to mark International Women’s Day. Today we hear from Nobel Prize winner, Andrea Ghez, professor of Physics and Astronomy at UCLA.

Andrea is only the fourth woman to ever win the Nobel Prize in physics which she received for her part in providing evidence of a supermassive black hole, with the mass of four million suns, at the centre of our galaxy. Impressive, right?

She explains the years and efforts that have gone into her research and why she still loves what she does over 25 years later.

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Meet 'the mother of the internet' | IWD 2022

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

This week on Tech & Science Daily, to mark International Women’s Day, we’re speaking to some of the world-leading women in their fields. Today is the turn of computer programmer and network engineer, Radia Perlman. She is known by many as ‘the mother of the internet’ - although she’s been trying to shake that title for years.

Radia invented the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) - an innovation that helped make today's Internet possible. Although, she believes it’s not just one person who is responsible for the internet as we now know it.

She explains how she created the STP - and a poem to go along with it - following an ‘impossible’ task set by her boss whilst he was away.

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The woman who invented DNA editing | IWD 2022

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

To mark International Women's Day, this week on Tech & Science Daily, we're hearing from some of the leading women in their fields.

We're kicking things off with biochemist and Nobel prize winner, Dr Jennifer Doudna.

She won a 2020 Nobel prize for her discovery, which is changing the game in the way we protect people, animals and plants from disease.

While studying bacteria in 2012, Jennifer discovered a way of cutting into DNA, and providing it with new instructions to help fight against diseases.

She discusses how she made her discovery, how the technology is being used today to treat blood disorders, and how it could be used in the future.

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'Nuclear terror’ at Ukraine plant - what’s the risk?

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:59:34 GMT

Following Russia’s attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, we hear from Malcolm Grimston, Senior Research Fellow at Imperial College London’s Centre for Energy Policy and Technology. He tells us why it wouldn’t cause a similar disaster to Chernobyl if it was used as a target. Ukraine is to sell NFTs to fund the war and Elon Musk has taunted Russia as the country stops selling rocket engines to the US. A discarded rocket part is due to hit the moon and Fitbit recalls 1.7million ionic smartwatches because of a ‘burn hazard’. Returnal and It Takes Two lead the way with the Bafta Game Awards nominations and a fossil sheds more light on the stegosaurus.

Plus, a pilot using AI could transform cervical cancer screening, Sony and Honda will join forces to make electric vehicles and how noise pollution is causing turtles to experience hearing loss.

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Ukraine asks Xbox and PlayStation to block Russian gamers

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Ukraine’s vice prime minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has asked Xbox and PlayStation to block Russian and Belarusian players in response to the Ukraine crisis. The boss of Binance, the world’s largest crypto-exchange, has ruled out a Russian user ban while Elon Musk has been asked to “turn off” Teslas in the country. A survey finds that electric cars might not be as reliable as everyone thinks, Apple announced a ‘Peek Performance’ event and Twitter might be adding a new built-in podcasts tab.

Plus, powerful warm winds have been seen blowing from a neutron star as it rips up its companion, Facebook shuts down the Campus part of its app and a 68-million year old dinosaur may have injured itself whilst mating.

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Stonehenge's secret finally revealed

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:00:25 GMT

Professor Timothy Darvill from the Department of Archaeology and Anthropology at Bournemouth University tells us about his analysis of Stonehenge which has found it was designed as a solar calendar.

Apple has stopped selling its products in Russia over its Ukraine invasion and OneWeb is facing pressure to call off a launch of satellites from a Russian-run facility later this week.

Meanwhile, Ukraine thanks Elon Musk after the arrival of SpaceX's Starlink satellite equipment and Facebook hopes to stay online in Russia ‘to offer counter-speech to propaganda’. Turns out the ‘closest black hole’ system to Earth contains no black hole and a breakthrough treatment may extend the lives of brain tumour patients.

Plus, the UK is allowing the emergency use of bee-harming neonicotinoid pesticide and there’s been backlash over whether Tyrannosaurus Rex may have been three different species.

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Crypto: Bitcoin overtakes Russian Ruble

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 12:58:41 GMT

Bitcoin has overtaken the Russian Ruble after a crypto market surge coincided with Russia’s currency crashing. The cryptocurrency reached above $41,000 on Monday afternoon, having traded below $35,000 on Thursday. The Ruble fell by around 25 per cent to $0.01, in that same time period reaching a new record low. Hacking group Anonymous says it has shut down a Russian gas supply as its cyber battle continues following the country’s invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, Meta says it will restrict access to Russian state media outlets RT and Sputnik across all its platforms in the EU. Instant messaging app Signal says rumours it's been the victim of a hack are false and an attempt to spread misinformation via less secure platforms. Europe’s Mars rover looks ‘very unlikely’ to launch this year because of planned Russian involvement with the project. We hear how tree frogs have their own inbuilt sunglasses… well kind of. Plus, the stark findings of the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report, Instagram says it will stop supporting the IGTV app and the pain relieving benefits of nostalgia.

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MWC22: fresh questions over Russia ban

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:27:21 GMT

Questions remain over the Russian involvement in the Mobile World Congress amid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Event organisers, the GSMA, said in a statement that it “strongly condemns” Russia’s actions and confirmed that a Russian Pavilion would now not be present at the convention. However, they have not confirmed if a wider Russian presence would be allowed.

Preparations are happening in relation to possible cyber attacks from Russia. Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng will hold talks with the chair of National Grid this week.

Meta has said a hacking group used Facebook to target a handful of Ukrainian public figures, meanwhile Russia demands Google restore access to its media YouTube channels in Ukraine. Elon Musk has provided Starlink satellite-internet service to Ukraine after a plea from the government. Valve CEO Gabe Newell appears to be hand-delivering orders of the company’s Steam Deck hand-held gaming PC. A UN climate change report will show the true scale of the problems. A pregnancy risk app cuts baby loss in black, asian and ethnic minority women. Plus research has found that people with better physical fitness are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.

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How would a Russian cyberattack affect UK?

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 13:00:34 GMT

Ukraine crisis: Online security expert, Richard Bingley from Global Cyber Academy, breaks down the risks to web users and looks at how Vladimir Putin’s internet army operates. Crypto: Stablecoins boost as bitcoin and ether drops after Ukraine attack. Polish video games developer pledges profits for Ukrainian Red Cross to help neighbouring country’s war victims. Earth observation: How satellites are being equipped with AI to peer through thick cloud to stop future wildfires. Anonymous social media trolls could be shut down under new laws. Tech giants need to find “moral compass” to protect kids in metaverse, says Children’s Commissioner. The world’s plane enjoys test flight success to eventually tow hypersonic planes headed to edge of space.

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ISS space peace hope amid Ukraine-Russia crisis

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:55:37 GMT

Four Russian cosmonauts among International Space Station multinational crew are “largely isolated” from Earth crisis, as Ukraine reels from a cyberattack when computer-wiping malware infected hundreds of computers. Artificial intelligence will be at heart of Metaverse, says Mark Zuckerberg. Safety fears after increase in teenage girls reporting online dating assaults. Dippy the dinosaur is back in town...Natural History Museum on return of London’s favourite diplodocus. Rainbow Six Siege esports tournament moved by Ubisoft after fans’ UAE gay rights protests. Shoppers’ post-covid 19 pandemic return to bricks-and-mortar as eBay posts bleak financial forecast. ‘Sedentary’ Gen Z gamers ‘weak skeletons’ risky in battle, says U.S Army Major - but ex-Navy admiral disagrees.

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Sound waves help ‘regrow’ bones

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:21:18 GMT

Hopes the advances in tissue engineering developed by RMIT University in Melbourne could help regrow bone lost to cancer. What caused two high-tech Black Hawk National Guard helicopters to crash near Utah ski slope? Voice bank preserves memories and gives motor neurone disease patients future power of digital speech. Ethics backlash over urban ‘dark stores’ delivering groceries. Study suggests brain could “replay” memories in final moments before death. Hear my song...how the brain responds best to sound of singing. Trawler crews roped in for Welsh conservation project investigating sharks and stingrays.Out of the doghouse...German shepherd’s kennel struck by meteorite on sale for £150,000 at auction.

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Beware our cyberwarfare skills, UK warns Kremlin

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:57:42 GMT

As Russian order troops into eastern Ukraine, British defence secretary Ben Wallace says soldiers are ready to launch a digital strike if Moscow targets UK computer networks. We speak to Richard Bingley, Global Cyber Academy CEO. Quake Country...West Midlands hit by 2.8 magnitude earthquake. Destiny 2: The Witch Queen - outage as 72GB expansion causes gaming downtime. World class pterosaur fossil with 2.5m wingspan found on Scottish island. Crypto: Is energy crisis burning Bitcoin miners out of crypto assets and patience? Moon crash mystery: it’s not our rocket, says China. Why Britain’s hedgehogs are loving cities but suffering ‘steep decline’ in countryside.

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Tributes to YouTube star Jamal Edwards

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:01:24 GMT

The entrepreneur founded SBTV, an online urban music platform, which helped launch the careers of British artists including Dave, Ed Sheeran and Skepta. Donald Trump launches new social media app. Hear schoolchildren beam voices into deep space for alien radio project. Ukraine cyberattacks: US and UK point fingers at Russia. How safe is UK government’s ‘living with Covid’ strategy? Clone of Newton’s apple tree latest victim of Storm Eunice. Revealed: the dinosaur-era virus ‘inside every human’.

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Storm Eunice: why 'sting jet' could be catastrophic

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Meteorologists claim storm Eunice could be as bad as the great storm of ‘87, as highest weather warning is issued. Meta says it now has 300,000 users on its Horizon Worlds VR platform. It’s designed for people with the Quest VR headset, and lets people build custom environments to hang out and play games in. GCHQ warns key industries to tighten up their cybersecurity, as tensions rise between Russia and the west on the Ukraine border. We’re being warned climate change could cause a drop in supply of chocolate, and bananas.

Plus: Hackers target Microsoft teams with trojan malware, our mental speed stays strong until 60, Peloton’s Lanebreak video game finally arrives, and Caspar Lee teases new tech to help brands improve their marketing.

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Nasa to fight flames in space

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:06:36 GMT

NASA say they’re “fired up” for a new mission exploring how to control fire in space. They hope that one day humans can use fire safely on planets like mars and the moon, in zero gravity. Find out about a baby ‘ghost shark’ that’s thought to be ‘very rare’. We reveal the secrets of Stonehenge, from a new London exhibition. PS5 consoles sell out in SEVEN minutes at a UK toy store, The Sims 4 wedding pack will now release in Russia following concern over Russia’s anti-LGBTQ laws, meanwhile the HBO remake of ‘The Last of Us’ PS5 game will not be released for another year. It’s a great year for UK cybersecurity though as government figures show a rise in jobs in the sector. Scientists are a step closer to making ‘neutral organs’. Plus, how Orangutans use tools like humans and the digital artist using AI to create creepily realistic pictures of some of the world’s famous paintings.

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How virtual tech for heart patients works

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 13:15:44 GMT

Surgeons and doctors have been testing new VR tech to practise heart surgery. The technology, which creates a 3D digital double of the heart was found to boost surgeon’s confidence and decision making. Cyberpunk 2077 has finally got a patch with 50GB of improvements. It’s supposed to have fixed glitches, typos, slow loading times and other issues it was released with. Billionaire space tourist Jared Isaacman has commissioned three more SpaceX flights - which could take place by the end of the year. Sony’s new earbuds with a hole in for cyclists and runners who like to be aware of their surroundings. £10-million-pounds is being invested in research looking at vaccines for the world’s deadliest diseases. Parents are being encouraged to create a mental health ‘first aid kit’ to help their children develop emotional resistance. Plus, the study which found chewing sugar-free gum reduced preterm births and the new Nasa images which shed more light on Venus.

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DNA testing of elephant ivory reveals tactics of criminal networks

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:00:00 GMT

A study says pharmaceuticals are polluting rivers across the world. The analysis by the University of York, found pollution in rivers on every continent.

Experts are warning of the psychological tricks used by scammers to get your money, as scams have risen by 17% in the last three months. Barclays says purchase scams are the most common, with an average value of £980. New research suggests people with fewer bouts of depression could be more than a third less at risk of having blocked arteries. Researchers say the majority of children under five are not meeting guidelines for how much screen-time they have each day. A British scientist who helped to create the Oxford/Astrazeneca COVID-19 vaccine is collecting her Damehood. Plus, DNA testing of elephant ivory reveals tactics of criminal networks and Motorola creates a 5G neckband to power lightweight VR and AR headsets.

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Crypto Crime: UK’s HMRC seize NFTs for the first time

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Three non-fungible tokens have been seized by officials at HMRC. It’s believed to be the first enforcement action taken involving the crypto asset, as part of an investigation into VAT repayment fraud.

Polestar has taken a jab at Tesla in its Superbowl advert. In the ad - titled ‘No Compromises’ it gave several promises including ‘No conquering mars’, taking a snipe at Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

A zoo has begun cryogenically freezing genetic samples of endangered animals, to help save them from extinction. Paignton Zoo has teamed up with scientific charity Nature's Safe which has so far frozen samples from 82 species.

It looks like some of China’s tech giants are dipping their toes in metaverse technology.

It’s thought the total market for a metaverse in the country could be around $8-trillion.

NASA’s InSight Lander is believed to be on its last legs, after a huge dust storm on the planet. It’s led to a big accumulation of dust on its solar panels - which it relies on to function

Plus: a warning small pets are at risk of heatstroke as global warming worsens, and the ancient crocodile which ate a dinosaur before it died.

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Elon's SpaceX Starship nearly moon & mars ready

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:59:50 GMT

Elon Musk says the SpaceX Starship - the most powerful rocket ever built - should be ready in the next few months. NASA plans to use the fully reusable vehicle to land astronauts on the moon as early as 2025. Musk, meanwhile, hopes to eventually deploy a fleet of Starships to create a city on Mars. Crypto: Binance to take a $200million stake in Forbes. Winter Olympics 2022: We hear from ‘The Man Who Times the Olympics’, Alain Zobrist, CEO of Olympic Timing for Omega. Plus, a chalk drum from 5,000 years ago is dubbed the ‘most important art find’ in a century, Wordle users have streaks reset as game moves to New York Times website and life could exist on a planet orbiting a 'white dwarf' star. Also, Race Equality Matters tells us about their new tool to help people pronounce names correctly in the workplace and Australia says Koalas are now endangered across most of its East Coast.

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked & Nintendo Direct

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:00:37 GMT

The Samsung Unpacked event saw the announcement of a new lineup of Galaxy phones - the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus. Tomi Adebayo aka ‘Gadgets boy’ tells us all about the new offerings, including what is essentially a successor to the Galaxy Note line - the Galaxy S22 Ultra with an included stylus.

The earliest known evidence of modern humans in western Europe has been found. We hear from Professor Chris Stringer from the Natural History Museum who is part of the international team of scientists who found the fossil molar from a modern human child.

Plus we find out about all the new games announced at the Nintendo Direct event from gaming writer Jasper Pickering.

Also, Nuclear fusion breakthrough opens door to clean and near limitless energy, scientists unveil ‘most accurate virtual representation of the universe’ and a 300-year-old pair of twin asteroids are Earth’s newest neighbours.

The UK’s first 100mph battery-diesel hybrid train enters passenger service and there’s been embarrassment for Tesla, as they’ve had to recall over 26,000 cars due to a windshield defrosting error.

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Crypto: Record-high seizure of $5bn in stolen Bitcoin

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 12:58:00 GMT

Cryptocurrency worth more than $5 billion has been seized by the US Department of Justice in the largest ever confiscation. A New York couple which includes the self-proclaimed 'Crocodile of Wall Street' have been arrested.

A geomagnetic storm has taken out 40 of 49 SpaceX Starlink satellites launched last week and the UK Foreign Office has been the target of a 'serious cyber incident'.

Samsung’s Unpacked and Nintendo Direct’s first ‘Switch-focused’ events take place. An astronaut closes in on record for consecutive days in space and NASA awards the contract to build a vehicle for Mars sample return mission. Plus, how ‘alien-like' life thrives on dead matter in the deep of the Arctic.

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Meet Tinder Swindler victim Cecilie Fjellhø

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:09:29 GMT

Watched ‘The Tinder Swindler’ on Netflix yet? Well one of the women at the heart of the story has been telling us about her fight to protect others from this kind of fraud. Cecilie Fjellhøy, fell victim to Simon Leviev and is still paying off hundreds of thousands of pounds' worth of debts. Also, porn sites will be legally required to verify users' age or face hefty fines under the new Online Safety Bill. How more sleep can help in the battle against obesity and an NFT of Sir Paul McCartney’s handwritten song notes of Hey Jude has sold for over £50,000.

We hear from Coutts CEO Peter Flavel on the environmental challenges the bank faces. UK chip firm Arm sale by Softbank collapses amid competition fears and astronomers think they’ve spotted an ‘invisible’ black hole for the first time. Plus, scientists admit they’re still no closer to knowing for certain what - the largest shark that ever lived – looked like.

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Spotify CEO won’t ‘silence’ Joe Rogan

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:57:38 GMT

The Spotify CEO has condemned Joe Rogan over his use of racial slurs but says he won’t ‘silence’ him. In a leaked letter sent to staff, Daniel Ek, said he will not remove the US podcaster from the platform. He went on to confirm that over 100 episodes of the show had been taken down but said it was Rogan’s decision, after ‘discussions’ and ‘his own reflections on some of the content in the show’. An exhibit is being set up to tell the story of how the famous Millenium Falcon was built - in a small town in Wales in 1979. A UN report says North Korea’s missile programme has been at least partly funded through stolen crypto. Scientists create spinal cord implants that could allow paralysed people to walk and a leading scientist says that criticism of AstraZeneca Covid jab is likely to have killed thousands.The Galaxy S22 will use a material developed using plastic from recycled fishing nets, top companies have been exaggerating their climate change progress. Plus, reports that Amazon and Nike are looking at a Peloton takeover.

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Moon shot Artemis: first landing since '72

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 12:59:00 GMT

European Space Agency’s Phillipe Berthe reveals latest on Nasa dress rehearsal launch for mission to put the first woman and person of colour on Moon. In 2031, the International Space Station will crash back to Earth to save $1 billion. Frozen hunt is on for world’s most challenging shipwreck - Shackleton’s Endurance. Tech billionaires’ bank balances in a day: Zuck ‘loses $29 billion as Bezos trousers $20 billion’. Social media is ruining our mental health and IRL skills, warn schoolchildren. Can regular flu jabs help protect young against future pandemics? Nike sues web trader for selling virtual trainers as NFTs. Stealing parrot is viral hit after flying off with New Zealand family’s GoPro - and filming the whole incident.

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Why did FBI confess to testing iPhone spyware?

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 12:58:49 GMT

Following reports, the Bureau has confessed to testing an “evaluation” licence for the Pegasus iPhone hacking tool by NSO Group...but claims it wasn’t used on an actual investigation. Meta shares plunge amid user drop and #DeleteFacebook trending. Hear about Nasa’s discovery of ‘salty lakes’ on Mars. Britain on alert as snack giant KP says ransomware attack could fuel crisps shortage. The dodgier-looking the website, the more social media users trust source as ‘authentic’, warns AI firm. Conservation groups at odds over shipwreck found off US east coast - is it the remains of Captain Cook’s HMS Endeavour? Listen to this insect-sized robot flap its wings ahead of search-and-rescue training.

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Tiny magnetic seeds ‘guided through brain’ to kill tumours

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:03:24 GMT

Research suggests a miniscule device could reduce cancer recovery times and help patient survival. Winter Olympics: why Beijing’s fake snow guns signal urgent action in climate crisis. FBI tells visitors to 2022 Games to take ‘burner’ phones amid cyber-hack fears. What’s Wordle’s next move after sale of hit web game? Asteroid could keep trailing Earth’s orbit for 4,000 years. Climate crisis: British plants flowering a month earlier. Antarctica’s giving penguins a refuge from global warming.

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Wordle snapped up in seven-figure deal

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:01:49 GMT

Online wordplay sensation Wordle has been bought from its creator by the New York Times, but the media firm hints it may not be free to play in future. Politicians say social media giants ‘should be fined’ for failing to stop online abuse by account-switching trolls. Destiny developer Bungie jumps to Sony in $3.6 billion deal. Another NFT vanishing act as Minecraft ‘Blockverse’ disappears after £1 million sales - will it return? No, minister...joy for Belgian civil servants as evening emails from boss banned. Breathe in the magnesium...alien planet has ‘air made of metal’. Tree-t for arborists as analysis finds thousands of forest species yet to be discovered. ‘Terminate pollution’, Arnold Schwarzenegger urges climate summit.

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Joe Rogan responds after Spotify Covid misinformation backlash

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:04:48 GMT

The podcasting heavyweight posted an Instagram video about his views, saying he actually believes vaccines are safe and promising more balanced perspectives, as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex release a comment on the controversy. Do North Korea photos show powerful missile test from space? James Webb Space Telescope is being calibrated to gaze at its first star system target. President Ronald Reagan’s ‘Nasa Challenger artefacts’ surface 36 years after disaster. OpenSea suggests 80% of free NFTs on site are ‘fraud or spam’? Thailand café serves up bitcoin and ether crypto advice with sponge cake and cappuccino.

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Ukraine cyber attack: UK firms urged to update security

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The National Cyber Security Centre is urging UK firms to bolster their cyber defences, after an attack on 70 government websites in Ukraine. The attack was suspected to have been carried out by Russia - which the Kremlin denies. Scientists in the US have developed a new tool to harness tumour-eating cells, that could fight cancer more quickly. They say using tissue from someone’s own body can eliminate side effects and risk of rejection, compared with most current cancer treatments. SpaceX has revealed it is planning to launch 52 flights in 2022 - which would break last year’s record of 31. Google has given the first mention of its budget Pixel 6a smartphone. Epic Games says it’s creating a new studio to “push the boundaries of graphics and game development forward”. The developer of a popular iPhone game has relaunched it, after receiving a request from the parent of a child with autism. Experts say the NHS’s guidelines for drinking alcohol need to be changed. And the family in Tennessee who claim to own the world’s oldest pig.

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The 'ethical' AI game for mental health

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 13:04:23 GMT

The creator of a gaming app designed to diagnose people’s levels of depression says tech firms should be ethical when it comes to using AI.

Thymia CEO Emilia Molimpakis has designed as a tool to identify people’s mental wellbeing through facial expressions and speech patterns.

Spotify says it regrets Neil Young's decision to remove his music from the streaming platform and “hope to welcome him back soon”.

The Canadian-American says he doesn’t want his songs being played on the same platform that offers Joe Rogan's podcast, which has been known to air vaccine-sceptical views.Wayward SpaceX rocket booster predicted to crash into the moon. Major PPE producer aiming to recycle pandemic waste.

Report suggests iPhones will soon accept contactless payments directly. Robot performs keyhole surgery on pig without human help for first time. Tesla hails second profitable year as ‘breakthrough’, plus astronomers spot mysterious object unlike anything they have seen before.

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Samsung's new Galaxy S22: What to expect

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:59:54 GMT

Samsung is set to reveal its latest S22 series on the 9th February. It's also predicted a new Ultra device will replace the Galaxy Note.

A new study suggests almost 300,000 people in Britain could have a potentially deadly heart valve disease. Researchers say 100,000 people may have the condition without knowing. Facebook’s Libra crypto project may be coming to an end. Will Microsoft honour Activision agreement for COD on Playstation? Data Privacy Week: Why you should read the small print. Should self-driving vehicle companies be held responsible for crashes? Plus, more than 200 new animal species discovered in wildlife ‘hotspot’ - and why Floridians are being warned about ‘raining reptiles’.

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Let it be NFTs: Beatles memorabilia goes virtual

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 13:04:08 GMT

Memorabilia from The Beatles is going to be transformed into NFTs. John Lennon’s eldest son Julian is selling some of the bands items virtually.

The James Webb Telescope has arrived at its destination a million miles from earth. It’s going to orbit the sun, looking far into space for the first ever galaxies. Twitter bans Wordle bot account spoiling the answers for everyone. Omicron variant found to survive on skin and plastic longer than other variants. Microplastic pollution discovered across the globe. Archaeologists warn climate change will damage artefacts, and a home-made lightsaber wins Guinness world record.

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Why are hackers flooding Miami?

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:00:30 GMT

With tensions over Russia’s intentions with Ukraine rising it looks as though bitcoin and stocks are facing a plunge this week. The drop is thought to be down to a ‘cocktail of concerns’ facing global investors. Miami Hack Week kicks off: inviting the best hackers in the states to put new technology through its paces.

Scientists are championing a simple new device for Stoma bags which they say could save the NHS time and money, and ‘revolutionise’ people’s lives.

The World Health Organisation says Covid-19 should not be treated like the Flu, with Dr David Nabaro saying it is still a ‘very, very dangerous virus’. Online Safety Bill: warning that illegal and harmful content could evade new online safety laws. Australia’s richest man buys Williams F1 battery arm, and: is Netflix facing a mass subscriber exodus to Disney?

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Elon Musk's Neurolink enters brain chip human trials

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 13:11:59 GMT

Elon Musk's startup Neurolink preparing for the first-ever human trials of its brain-computer interface technology. Early human trials are due to take place this year and are likely to involve people with paralysis.

Titanic expedition: in a first-of-its-kind study, could scientists discover a new deep-sea ecosystem from wreck materials? We speak to the Chief Scientist leading the mission, Dr Steve Ross.

Twitter unwraps its new NFT profile picture feature for users, and the world’s first space-based film and entertainment studio is set to launch in two years time.

Plus, why life expectancy is outpacing healthy working life and the government invests £100 million into a new electric car battery plant. The UK grandmother who has become the first person in England to use a 'revolutionary' bionic chip - that could help her see again, and how a drone dangling a sausage saved a dog from drowning.

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Jeff Bezos’ quest for eternal youth

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 13:03:25 GMT

A new global report has revealed that millions are dying from drug-resistant infections. We hear from Dr Catrin Moore, Associate Professor at The Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health who is the co-author of the report. Billionaire businessman Jeff Bezos has a new project up his sleeve and this time it involves eternal youth. The Amazon founder - and several others of the world’s richest people - have invested in ‘Altos Labs’ which aims to use cellular technology to “rejuvenate” human life. Sony responds to Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard, an artificial pancreas which is changing the lives of children with Type 1 diabetes and a giant pristine coral reef has been discovered off the coast of Tahiti. Plus, Amazon’s plans to open a fashion store where algorithms will suggest what to try on, the secrets revealed of some ancient Japanese tombs and how classifying snowflakes could help forecast the weather.

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Activision Blizzard: Sony & Microsoft shares fall

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:08:27 GMT

Sony shares have fallen following news that Microsoft is buying Activision Blizzard in what’s being called the biggest takeover in gaming history. A new report from The Royal Society says content removal alone won’t stop misinformation online. We hear from Professor Frank Kelly about what he would like to see in place to help tackle this issue. A man who was behind the wheel in a fatal Tesla Autopilot crash has been charged with ‘vehicular manslaughter’ in the first case of its kind. The ExoMars rover is one step closer to its mission after a successful landing test was completed.

Plus, Facebook has patented a ‘robot eyeball’, the rollout of US 5G service has been delayed near key US airports over flight disruption fears and astronomers find SpaceX satellites are contaminating photos of space more than ever before. Also, how giant pandas stay chubby - and healthy - despite their bamboo diet.

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How to see huge asteroid passing Earth

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:59:02 GMT

A large asteroid - bigger than any building on the planet - is passing by Earth today. 7482 or 1994 PC1 will travel past 1.2 million miles away at a speed of 43,754 miles per hour. US airlines have warned that 5G could ground planes and cause chaos over the coming days when AT&T and Verizon deploy their new 5G service. Five million volunteers are being sought for the UK’s largest ever health research project called ‘ Our Future Health’, a Tesla has travelled 750 miles on a single charge thanks to a new breakthrough battery and Covid-19 may be turning children into fussy eaters.

Plus, the Natural History Museum digitises five million specimens, a new planet is discovered by ‘citizen scientists’ and could we be one step closer to a four-day working week?

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Tonga volcano: Surveillance flights sent in

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 13:04:32 GMT

New Zealand and Australia have sent surveillance flights to Tonga to assess the damage following a volcanic eruption that triggered a tsunami. The Pacific islands are currently covered in ash with power and communications cut.

How Nasa fixed a glitch in their Space Launch System and are one step closer with their mission to send astronauts back to the moon.

The Wordle clones being taken down by Apple, the plea to register over 100 million appliances and the new study that says we’re currently going through the sixth mass extinction.

Plus why deep fakes are harder to spot than you think and why you shouldn’t pay too much attention to ‘Blue Monday’

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Facebook in £2 billion lawsuit over ‘exploiting user data’

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:17:53 GMT

Competition law expert Dr Liza Lovdahl Gormsen launched the class-action against the social network’s parent firm, Meta, at the Competition Appeal Tribunal, accusing it of abusing its market dominance against 44 million users. Massive cyberattack hits Ukraine as Russia tensions rise. A common virus can trigger multiple sclerosis, Harvard study finds. Sir David Attenborough wants you to realise the importance of plants. Londoners warned to limit outdoor exercise amid pollution alert. Search over for Google with £762 million London office purchase. Icefish bonanza in Antarctica as 60 million nests found.

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Kim Kardashian sued over alleged crypto ‘pump and dump’

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:00:50 GMT

EthereumMax denies claims in a lawsuit filed at Los Angeles federal that the reality TV personality and boxer promoted digital tokens for profit. Jonathan Van-Tam to leave his role as England’s deputy chief medical officer. Internet watchdog: 2021 worst year for online child abuse. “Mini” supermassive black hole found hidden in dwarf galaxy. Mirror, manoeuvre...as James Webb Space Telescope readied for action. Pollution in English rivers is worse than anyone realised. Sharks, turtles and frogs at annual Sea Life London Aquarium count and clean.

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You’re spending a third of your life glued to mobile apps

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:13:08 GMT

We spend nearly five hours each day swiping and scrolling away on our phones, a study says. The research also reveals the apps acting as our biggest time thieves. A politician wants influencers and advertisers to be honest about digitally-enhanced photos. Climate crisis: Arctic homes ravaged by permafrost thaw. Astronomers are closer to unlocking Milky Way’s dark matter mystery. Scientists say blood clots could soon be cleared using microscopic robots. Campaigners are calling for an end to smart motorways in the United Kingdom. And cooks, behold the tearless onion...the Sunion.

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Climate crisis: Earth’s past seven years hottest ever

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:01:22 GMT

Data from the European Union’s Copernicus satellite constellation shows 2021 was the fifth worst as greenhouse gases warming Earth’s atmosphere keeps rising. Man’s heart replaced with GM pig organ...patient ‘doing well’. Gamer LAPD cops sacked for ‘neglecting robbery to play Pokémon Go’. GTA-maker buys Farmville firm in record $12.7 billion deal. Huge Roman and Iron Age settlement found by British train tunnel archaeologists. NFT sales hit $25 billion last year, but his crypto craze slowing? Would you live with other hodlers on ‘Cryptoland’ Pacific island?

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Could common cold cells help fight Covid-19?

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:00:00 GMT

An Imperial College London study has found people with higher amounts T Cells created by the common cold may be less likely to get infected with Covid-19...but says people must still get jabbed. NHS app to scan your shopping trolley in childhood obesity battle. Nasa’s James Webb super telescope will scan 13 billion years of space history. A tough “supermolecule” could help revolutionise future scientific discovery. Pokimane gets temporary Twitch ban after Avatar streaming error. The science behind cool-headed pheasants fighting to become top bird. Remains of huge 180-million-year-old sea dragon among Britain’s ‘greatest’ fossil finds.

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Warning over scientists creating ‘risky’ self-spreading viruses

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 12:44:49 GMT

There’s a warning ‘risky’ self-spreading viruses being developed by scientists could have “irreversible consequences” for the planet.

An international team of academics at Kings College London led by Dr Filippa Lentzos say they’re worried about scientists attempting to develop viral vaccines by modifying viruses. At CES Hyundai have been offering people ‘virtual test drives’ of their concept cars using the metaverse. They’ve revealed concepts for new EVs and hydrogen-powered cars. Organisers of the annual E3 event say it’ll be held virtually this year because of the pandemic. A study is warning the number of adults living with dementia worldwide is expected to nearly triple. Social media firms which fail to protect their users could be fined up to £18billion under new online safety reforms. Plus Scientists have extracted human DNA from head lice samples for the first time, VW reveals a release date for its electric camper van, and why phones with physical keyboards aren’t dead.

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Instagram: Timeline changes give users ‘more control’

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 12:59:57 GMT

Instagram is bringing in some changes to the timeline. Head of the social network Adam Mosseri says three new options will be available soon, to give users more control of what they see on the timeline. Researchers looking into the effects fantasy football can have on gamers have found the most avid players had worse mental health than those who played it less. Nottingham Trent University found players who engaged the most with the game were more likely to suffer from low mood and anxiety. BMW has revealed a colour-changing car at CES. It uses ‘E-ink’ which sends electric signals around the chassis to change between black and white. Google and Amazon each partner with car firms to better integrate their tech. Report shows 550% rise in Cryptocurrency exchanges in the last year. Farmers to be paid for ‘rewilding’ their land, why hedgehogs are responsible for antibiotic resistant bacteria, and how dogs can distinguish between languages.

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CES 2022: New PS5 VR headset announced with new game

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:15:08 GMT

CES officially kicks off today with some big announcements planned from the likes of LG, Samsung and Sony this week. The annual Consumer Electronics Show is taking place both virtually and in person this year despite omicron concerns. The new James Webb telescope has passed a major milestone in its mission to find the first-ever stars in the universe. Babies born during first year of pandemic have lower developmental scores. Fresh warning Thwaites Glacier could trigger huge sea level rise, and the 'magic mushroom' drug which could be used to treat depression

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Theranos: founder convicted over false blood test claims

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The founder of a blood-testing startup has been found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud against investors and three charges of wire fraud. Prosecutors say former Chief Executive of Theranos Elizabeth Holmes claimed their tech could detect conditions like cancer and diabetes with just a few drops of blood. Holmes has denied the charges against her but could face up to 80 years behind bars.

How ‘supercomputers’ could tackle the greatest threat to human health – antibiotic resistance. Nostalgia: Why we’re saying goodbye to the Blackberry phone. Two US phone companies agree to delay 5G rollout over aviation crash concerns. Could white blood cells fight off the Omicron variant? Apple becomes first firm to hit $3tn market value; Remember the Y2K bug? Microsoft confirms new Y2K22 issue, and new images have been released of OnePlus 10 smartphone.

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Could booster vaccines become our new normal?

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 13:00:41 GMT

With the emergence of the Omicron variant, we speak to Professor Mike Tildseley, an expert on the mathematical modelling of infectious diseases at the University of Warwick.

How important is mathematical modelling, and what can we expect to see in 2022?

Professor Tildseley is a member of Scientific Pandemic Influenza Modelling group, SPI-M, which advises the UK government and provides forecasts on the Covid-19 pandemic to help politicians decide what public health measures need to be put in place.

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On the road with Malawi’s Covid vaccination vans

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:00:21 GMT

Ros Russell, the Editor of the Evening Standard’s Vaccine for the World project, takes over the Tech and Science Daily this week, to bring you the people behind the scenes tackling Covid-19.

With a fourth Covid wave around the corner, Malawi has stepped up its mobile vaccination campaigns.

Today we’re joined by Charles Pensulo, a journalist based in the city of Blantyre in Malawi.

In an effort to increase the uptake of vaccines, Malawian health workers are taking jabs out to communities. Charles has followed one of the minibuses carrying doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

He updates us on Malawi’s vaccine rollout and why the country is struggling in the face of the Omicron variant.

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Can museums help us to understand Covid-19 better?

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:00:29 GMT

Today we’re joined by Natasha McEnroe, Keeper of Medicine at the Science Museum in London. The Science Museum has been collecting items throughout the pandemic, and is launching a major global exhibition about the Covid vaccine next year.

Natasha explains why these projects are so important and how she has learned the lessons of history - especially from the Spanish flu pandemic of the early 20th century. The Science Museum's aim is to educate the public during this and future pandemics, as well as to promote a better understanding of vaccines.

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Why vaccine companies need to ‘share science’ with Africa

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:00:39 GMT

Ros Russell, the Editor of the Evening Standard’s Vaccine for the World project, takes over the Tech and Science Daily this week, to bring you the people behind the scenes tackling Covid-19.

Today we’re joined by Professor Samba Sow, Director of CVD-Mali, a medical doctor and epidemiologist. In 2020, he was appointed WHO Special Envoy for Covid-19 in West Africa.

As richer countries move on to delivering booster vaccinations against Covid, millions of people in the developing world are still waiting for their first jab.

Professor Sow tells us about his role during the pandemic, his warnings about the virus threat before this one arrived, vaccine hesitancy in Africa and why it’s so important that drug companies help poorer nations by sharing science.

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How the AstraZeneca vaccine was made

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:00:30 GMT

Ros Russell, the Editor of the Evening Standard’s Vaccine for the World project, takes over the Tech and Science Daily this week, to bring you the people behind the scenes tackling Covid-19.

Today we’re joined by Professor Teresa Lambe OBE, co creator of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine.

The team at the University of Oxford lept into action to develop a vaccine in January 2020, before the virus reached the UK in March.

Professor Lambe tells us about her journey through creating the vaccine ‘on a Friday night’, the struggles her team faced and how she felt once she knew that they had successfully created the UK’s first coronavirus vaccine.

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Science of Santa

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 13:00:48 GMT

Sit down, relax and let us take you on a journey to discover the Science of Santa.

Now, if you're like us then you'll be fascinated by Santa Claus. Every year he launches the largest delivery operation in the world. But with the rotation of the Earth only giving him 31 hours, how does he do it?

To investigate we've spoken to one of the world's leading scientists, Professor Don Lincoln. Professor Lincoln is also a physicist and through his studies has worked out what he believes could be the answer.

And with Covid-19, can we help Santa out in any way? Well, we've even spoken to experts from NASA, researchers in quantum physics, and we even take him for a ride in a Tesla.

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Groundbreaking peanut allergy treatment for kids

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Children with peanut allergies across the country will be the first in Europe to receive a new life-changing treatment. NHS England has secured a deal for Palforzia, an oral treatment, which helps to reduce the severity of symptoms including anaphylaxis, after a reaction to peanuts. Early evidence suggests that omicron is a milder variant of covid and the Pfizer jab is approved for use in vulnerable primary school children. Plus, the muscle layer in the human jaw which has just been identified, how ancient mass migration transformed Britons' DNA, and the US investigation into Tesla cars about in-car gameplay. TikTok beats Google to become the ‘most visited’ website of 2021, proof that Christmas carol concerts make you happier and astronomers discover 170 ‘rogue planets’ in the dark universe. Also, the new TV that you can taste…

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New satellite ‘could power flying taxis’

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:58:34 GMT

We’re one step closer to flying taxis becoming a reality. A new Inmarsat satellite due to launch today is set to boost infrastructure networks, in-flight WiFi on planes and secure communications. The British firm says the coverage it will provide in remote areas could also be used to connect autonomous vehicles and the sensors used for flying taxis in the future. In England, the isolation period for people who test positive for covid has been cut from ten to seven days - as long as you test negative on a lateral flow on the 6th and 7th days. Also, new research shows why children seem to have less severe reactions to the virus. A 66-million-years plus dinosaur embryo has been found inside a fossilised egg and why mother seals can recognise their pups' voice from just two days old. Plus the James Webb Telescope launch has been delayed until at least Christmas day - we speak to a member of the development team about what kind of research it will help further… and we find out why wise old elephants keep the younger ones calm.

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Can 5G crash planes?

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Boeing and Airbus Americas are asking the White House to delay 5G rollout in the States in an on-going row over whether or not the tech can crash planes. The companies says “interference could adversely affect the ability of aircraft to safely operate”. The wireless industry group CTIA says 5G is safe and is accusing the aviation industry of fearmongering and distorting facts. WHO Boss Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says 2022 must be the year the pandemic ends. He also warned governments across the globe that they “should invest in preventing a future disaster on this scale".

Also, Giant millipedes as big as cars that once roamed northern England have been identified; Airbnb’s clamping down on New Year’s Eve house parties; and what do you buy a lion for Christmas?

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Can sending human muscles to space help beat ageing?

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Scientists are sending human muscle tissue to the International Space Station to find out why it weakens in zero-G. It follows decades of research into the physical consequences of travelling out of the atmosphere, with astronauts experiencing temporary ageing-like effects.

Final preparations are underway for the much-anticipated, and very delayed, launch of Nasa’s most powerful telescope ever on Christmas Eve. The James Webb was due to head into space in 2007, but technical problems have led to it remaining firmly on Earth.

Also, the Omicron variant’s ability to dodge vaccines may be the reason it’s less effective at harming people’s lungs; apparently, not even Microsoft itself can get hold of an XBox Series X right now and why the biggest creatures ever to walk the earth may have been cold-blooded like lizards.

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How AI predicts future dementia cases

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 13:04:54 GMT

Using machine learning a new study’s found Artificial Intelligence can predict with up to 92% accuracy if a person will develop dementia within two years. TikTok school threat warning: Some US schools are cancelling classes. How the vikings were no match for climate change in Greenland. Good news for creators: Snapchat reveals a new dedicated mobile video editing app. A TikToker has traded her way up from a hairpin to a house. Meta blocks surveillance firms targeting people on Facebook, and the Oxford Union show off AI which can debate for and against its ideas. Plus, experts in Australia have discovered a millipede with 1,306 legs.

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Tech for Christmas: What's not keeping your data private?

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:13:46 GMT

As we approach Christmas we’re being reminded to look into the privacy of the tech we buy. The company behind Firefox, Mozilla, has released its annual list of tech products which may put users’ privacy at risk.Researchers have found the Omicron variant multiplies 70 times faster than the Delta Variant. The team in Hong Kong also found it replicates less well in human lung tissue which could indicate it causes a lower severity of disease. A ransomware attack on a payroll company could threaten the Christmas pay checks for workers at Tesla, Sainsbury’s and Honda, plus how it could be linked to a major software flaw leaving millions of web servers vulnerable to the attack. Cyberpunk 2077 developer will pay less than $2million in proposed class-action settlement. Intel believes the Metaverse will need a thousand-fold increase in computing capability.Also - Ubisoft working on a remake of the stealth classic Splinter Cell, the mars rover makes important rock discovery, and the first ever SMS message goes up for sale.

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Nasa 'touch the sun' & how they handled the heat

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 13:00:49 GMT

NASA says its Parker Solar Probe has become the first to ‘touch the sun’. It’s Parker Solar Probe has successfully flown into the sun’s Solar Atmosphere, Dr Francisco Diego from UCL explains what the probe can learn from the sun, and why it’s so important. Plus - British astronaut Tim Peake issues a warning about space debris. Why Apple and Google have a ‘duopoloy’ over the smartphone market. Scientists find covid infection is more likely than vaccines to cause rare heart problems, and why seven crypto ads were banned by a watchdog. Plus the supermassive black hole altering the path of stars, and fast-food chain Applebee’s promoted the first ‘metaverse meal’.

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Why a needle-less Covid jab offers more protection

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 13:00:12 GMT

Experts at the University of Southampton are trialling a new covid vaccine that doesn’t require a needle, and could prove more effective than current jabs. Their vaccine instead uses a jet of air to give patients their dose. Scientists at the uni say it’s also designed to predict mutations in the virus, and could protect against future variants. MPs have called for ‘major changes’ to the draft Online Safety Bill. Poppy Wood from Reset discusses how important the legislation will be. Is WFH the future for workers? We speak with Zoom about how video-call tech has become so prevalent. Elon Musk announces Tesla accepting Dogecoin as payment, and the giant glacier which could crash into the ocean in 3-5 years. Plus, record temperature recognised for the Arctic, Nike invests in virtual trainer firm, and why Rocket Scientists and Brain Surgeons aren’t what they’re cracked up to be.

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Elon Musk challenged by hyper-realistic robot makers

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:00:35 GMT

A UK robotics firm Elon Musk must sent viral on the weekend, now wants to work on his Tesla Bot project. Elon retweeted a video by Engineered Arts, showing off their hyper-realistic robot ‘Ameca’. We speak to Will Jackson from the company about their plea to Elon for a collaboration. Peleton have responded AGAIN to Sex and the City’s recent bombshell with their own parody advert. Crypto news: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi hacked on Twitter, and how maxnaut missed out on thousands of dollars selling his NFT. Asthma patients experience worse symptoms at night, scientists say. Robots will soon be cleaning train carriages, and all you need to know about the Geminid meteor shower.

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An Asteroid as big as 'Eiffel tower’ over Earth - plus Game Awards winners

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 13:00:44 GMT

An asteroid over 1,000ft tall is due to pass Earth this weekend at over 14,700mph. Omicron: masks are back almost everywhere indoors in England. Elon Musk: influencer? Botox jabs cheating row leads to bans at Saudi ‘Crufts for camels’ pageant. Squashed in space...how sleeping bags could stop damage to astronauts’ eyeballs. Species relying on hydrothermal ‘lungs of the deep sea’ at extinction risk from mining, study finds. And just like that, Peleton responds to SATC storyline.

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Covid 19: 'The world must act now'

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 13:00:24 GMT

The World Health Organisation reports the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has now spread to 57 countries. UCL Professor Andrew Hayward, a member of the government’s SAGE advisory group, warns the strain's doubling time of two to three days is “very fast” and we can expect “a very large peak”. Game Awards 2021: what game has impressed you for its technical capabilities? And why the computer scientist who claims he invented Bitcoin will get to keep crypto billions.

Plus: Literally hotter than the Sun...a two-star space system has been discovered. We reveal Twitter's annual report on 2021, British archaeologists discover a crucifixion victim from nearly 1,900 years ago when Romans ruled Britain. And finally, the boss who sacked 900 staff on a Zoom call apologises.

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Halo Infinite - how much free storage will you need?

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:58:11 GMT

Research by the University of Westminster and University College London suggests patients will more likely reveal delicate health conditions such as STIs to an AI chatbot, but still want an IRL doctor to discuss cancer. Matrix Resurrections title to be released at Game Awards, but is that really Keanu in trailer? Halo Infinite set for release - how much free storage space will you need? No digital romance for Tinder lovers after Amazon AWS cloud outage. Omicron: could UK reproduction rate be higher than thought? Would you shop on TikTok? App unveils first live e-commerce event. Ctrl>Alt>Delete...Hubble space telescope’s been rebooted. Life imitating art as hacker Gary Bowser hit with $10 million Nintendo fine in piracy case.

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US Space Force eye up a Moon base

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 12:59:58 GMT

Is a new Sonic the Hedgehog game called Frontiers on the horizon? speculation for an announcement is around the Game Awards this week. Mina Smallman, the mother of murdered sisters Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman, has spoken out after two police officers were jailed for taking pictures of her dead daughters and sharing them on WhatsApp. Omicron: South Africa data ‘suggests variant results in less severe illness’. Coroner urges social media firms to make internet safer after schoolgirl death. The US Space Force is eyeing a base on the Moon to beat China. Has Trump’s new social media venture really raised $1 billion? Covid booster is Gold for Spandau Ballet’s Kemp as Santa in vaccine push.

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Post-Covid 19, what is ‘Disease Y’?

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 12:54:49 GMT

Professor Dame Sarah Gilbert, one of the inventors of the coronavirus Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine, urges governments not to squander preparedness learning to fight future pandemics. We speak to TikTok on Year of 2021 who reveal the popularity of Nathan Evans and PinkPantheress...but is this a career option? Bitcoin bloodbath: crypto limps into Monday after weekend crash. Nasa approves $400 million funding, including human ‘space reef” after ISS dies. Is that a garden shed on the Moon? Chinese rover spots “mystery hut”. Plane powered by liquid hydrogen planned for transatlantic flights. Singer Grimes releases cold break-up track packed with digs at her ex Elon Musk.

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How Elon's SpaceX broke records for rockets launched in a single year

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 13:11:50 GMT

SpaceX has broken its own record for the number of rockets sent to space in a single year. The latest Starlink launch from Florida marks the 27th for Elon Musk’s private space firm in 2021 - beating the 26 it achieved last year. Experts say booster jabs can offer a good level of protection against the new Omicron variant of coronavirus - a new study suggests it may provide protection from hospital admission and death.

Meanwhile Germany introduces new restrictions for unvaccinated people - they’ll be barred from non-essential shops and public events. Scientists have found cooling after volcanic activity more than 400 million years ago ‘may have triggered a mass extinction event’. The battery design breakthrough that could make electric cars safer, cheaper and more sustainable, and Reddit reveals new ‘live features’ like voting and comment counts. Also, researchers use gene editing to create single-sex mice litters and how plastic pollution is creating new communities of life in our oceans. And - Microsoft Windows tells off users if they try to download Chrome.

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Facebook unshackle crypto &, Jack Dorsey's new kid on the 'Block'

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:00:30 GMT

Meta has reversed its ban on cryptocurrency ads across its platforms - creating a huge boost for the crypto economy. Jack Dorsey’s Square is changing its name to ‘Block’ and major cryptocurrency firms will be questioned by the US Congress for the first time. Scientists believe they’ve found ‘the trigger’ which causes extremely rare blood clots with the AstraZeneca vaccine and Pfizer boss says annual covid vaccinations will be a thing for years to come. Spotify Wrapped is here - and don’t we all know it - plus Christmas shoppers are warned about fake online reviews. Match settles a legal fight with the founders of Tinder for $441million, thousands of e-scooters are seized by the Met and an injured sea turtle has become the first of its kind in the UK.

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Omicron: no need to ‘freak out’ says Pfizer scientist

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:00:31 GMT

The scientist behind the Pfizer jab has told the public not to ‘freak out’ over Omicron. Dr Ugur Sahin, the co-founder of BioNTech, stressed that it is likely vaccines will still provide protection against the variant. Women’s safety campaigners have launched a petition to bolster the UK Online Safety Bill. Seyi Akiwowo, CEO of Glitch - a UK charity that aims to end online abuse particularly for women and girls - tells us why more needs to be done. It comes as twitter announces it will remove images tweeted without consent. Elon Musk has made a controversial joke about whistleblowers whilst promoting Tesla’s new ‘Cyberwhistle’. The worst street in the UK for broadband is revealed and Twitch gets a new tool to detect people evading bans. Plus why the builders of Stonehenge had a bit of a sweet tooth and good news for iRobot Roomba owners… it now knows how to avoid your Christmas tree.

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Omicron: why vaccines could struggle

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:00:32 GMT

Markets have fallen after the Moderna chief executive said that existing covid vaccines will struggle with Omicron. WHO Covid-19 special envoy for vaccine research, Dr Samba Sow, tells us what we know so far about the variant. We find out about the new Twitter boss - Parag Agrawal - after the departure of the tech giant’s co-founder Jack Dorsey. The mystery of ‘where the Earth’s water comes from’ might’ve been solved by a team of researchers at the University of Glasgow. MI6 say that more help is needed from the tech world to combat potential threats and how you get your hands on a 170ft yacht - for the right amount of crypto.

Plus, why algorithms used in UK government decision-making are about to be revealed, Meta is ordered to sell Giphy and a new human support robot by Toyota gets its first trial in a UK home.

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Happy Cyber Monday!

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:01:42 GMT

Online retailers look set for a happy Cyber Monday, after data suggested Black Friday sales are currently on track to beat the last two years. A vaccine chief says that all adults in Britain are to be offered booster jabs to step up the battle against the Omicron Covid-19 variant. We hear from astronomer, presenter and author VirtualAstro about how anyone can get into stargazing and you don’t even need a telescope to do it. Plus experts are warning how online marketplaces can be a ‘hotbed’ for dangerous products, how more work needs to be done to create green jobs, Australia’s plans to unmask trolls and a Banksy-inspired NFT which is driving ‘seismic’ change in the art world.

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Amazon Black Friday siege + Covid fears over new mutant strain

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:15:07 GMT

It’s the day we’ve been waiting for - Black Friday - but across the UK, Extinction Rebellion’s been blockading 13 Amazon warehouses. An XR spokesperson claims the action is to draw attention to the e-retail giant’s “exploitative” practices, as well as the “wastefulness” the cyber sales extravaganza. But if you want to find a good deal, we’ve spoken to Katie Watts from Money Saving Expert. Covid: a mutant variant in South Africa that has doctors in the UK very worried. PinkPantheress tells us about her rise to music stardom on TikTok like Lil Nas X and Doja Cat. Twitter says it’s solved the ‘disappearing tweet problem’. A study’s claiming women struggle more with daily tasks like ‘using the phone’ than men as they age. If you are in Belgium this weekend, you won’t find an Uber. And, why musicians may want to slow down the tempo of their tracks.

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Bombshell crypto ban & Nasa explain asteroid threats

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:00:53 GMT

Following NASA’s successful mission to deflect an asteroid, an astronomer working on the mission has told us how likely a collision is, and why we need to be prepared. Professor Alan Fitzsimmons also discusses the second phase of investigations, which comes after the rocket collides with the asteroid Dimorphos. India is expected to ban almost all private cryptocurrencies. It’s as leaders in the country are planning to create an official digital currency. A man is to be given the world's first 3D printed prosthetic eye at London hospital. A cannabis drug trial for brain tumours gets green light. Ban to be introduced on default passwords for smart devices. And, a mosaic found on farmland “Most exciting roman discovery in a decade”.

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Nasa's first asteroid blasting 'DART' mission

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 13:03:28 GMT

NASA has officially launched its first ever asteroid deflection mission. The space agency’s ‘DART’ rocket launched from California, and is due to reach its target in September next year. The mission is a trial in case of space rock heads towards Earth in future. We speak to the team behind Robot 'teleport' tech that lets you hug loved ones anywhere in the world. New guidance has been issued for drug which can cut the chances of pregnant women having a miscarriage. Samsung to build £12billion computer chip plant. Warning of computer games and console shortage this Christmas. Study finds tropical trees grow less in warmer climates, and therefore taking less CO2. And, Albert Einstein's notes on theory of relativity sell for over £10m.

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Covid: Positive signs for new AstraZeneca treatment

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 13:00:22 GMT

We speak to the Executive Vice President of AstraZeneca who says they're working on new antibodies to help better protect vulnerable people from covid-19 for around 12 months. It’s as the pharmaceutical giant opens a brand new £1billion Research and Development centre in Cambridge. It’s designed for a range of projects involving AI technology and advanced robotics. Good news for IBS patients: study finds bacteria can be used to identify effective diet changes. Do your chores: do household jobs hold the key to better brain function? Clean up your act - Lush deactivates social media accounts over online safety. How sugar-loving microbes could be the future of powering our cars. Dodge to start production of first 'e-muscle cars' in 2024 as it phases out petrol sports cars. And, the Octopus-inspired fabric that can change colour to match its surroundings.

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Adele prompts Spotify changes, and 'Bitcoin City' on a volcano

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 13:09:30 GMT

Spotify has stopped shuffling albums automatically after a request from Adele. She’s called on the streaming service to make the change, so music fans can listen to the tracklisting as it was intended. Some Tesla drivers were literally locked out of the cars over the weekend. It’s after an outage struck the app - which was promptly fixed. President of El Salvador outlines plans for volcano-powered 'bitcoin city'. All new UK homes to be built with electric car chargers under new law. DuckDuckGo to bring in new tool to stop app tracking. Instagram and Facebook messenger facing a longer wait for end-to-end encryption. Scientists discover new 'weird, hot, black ice' phase of water.

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Abba star Björn on tech helping musicians get paid

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 13:00:09 GMT

The Swedish musician is building copyright software with fellow producers, using £1 million funding from Spotify and YouTube. New star wars: US Space Force satellite jammers to knock out Chinese and Russian comms. Climate change conspiracies appeared on Facebook during Cop26 eco summit. We’ll hunt criminals down with your Fitbit data, Scotland Yard warns...but could it frame the innocent? Dyson launches VR store to test out virtual vacuum cleaners and hairdryers. Crypto consortium bid to buy constitution fails as price of rare 1787 document rockets. Nightmare before Christmas as Crazy Frog makes comeback.

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HIV breakthrough after NHS jab approval

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:01:53 GMT

Thousands of people living with HIV will be eligible for the six times-a-year shots, so they’ll no longer need daily pills to keep viral load low. Apple right-to-repair bombshell: what does it mean for your iPhone, and why is this happening now after so much pushback? Biggest space ship in history set for orbital launch in New Year, teases Elon Musk. A deceased rhino is helping scientists to save her species after dying at 40 years old. Prince William: British overseas territories “on front line” of climate crisis. Los Angeles gets arena name-change after $700 million crypto investment...as Ethereum crowdfunding bid to buy US constitution raises $13 million. Sustainable chocks away as RAF sets world record for first successful flight using synthetic fuel, but how eco-friendly is it?

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Why Amazon will ban Visa credit cards

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 13:02:20 GMT

The e-retailer says UK-based Visa credit customers cannot buy goods after 19 January in a Brexit-based commissions row - we speak to the Evening Standard’s City Editor Oscar Williams-Grut on what this means for customers. Resident Evil Village and Call of Duty: Warzone in running for Game Awards 2021 amid pandemic surge in console purchases. Dog and bone for 21st century...meet Dr Ilyenag Hirskyj-Douglas, the canine computing expert who built a videophone for her faithful labrador. TikTok updates software in bid to curb dangerous viral dares. Vaccine research sparks record number of cyberattacks. And make it snappy...how your fingers are the fastest part of your body. Blur star Damon Albarn: I’ve seen climate change in action as Iceland glacier melted.

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ISS space emergency as Russia blasts satellite

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:59:08 GMT

Panic as Moscow defence chiefs bomb old space hardware 280 miles above Earth into 1,500-chunk shrapnel cloud, sending seven on ISS scrambling for ‘lifeboat’ escape pods. Xbox at 20: What are the 70-plus classic titles Microsoft has repurposed for newer consoles? Netflix hit Tiger King to be turned into five-act mini-opera. Are you ready to clock-on for work in the metaverse? Bitcoin has major upgrade...as crypto’s value slumps again. Activision deploys anti-cheating tech to ban crooked CoD gamers, but is it spyware? Spectacular Leonid meteor shower expected to light up skies with visibility from Earth...with a clear sky.

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Xbox 20th anniversary revamp, plus a $10K Gucci console

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:00:15 GMT

Microsoft is celebrating 20 years of its Xbox console on Monday, and it could be time to dust off your very old 360 CDs because the company’s also updating some of its relatively ancient titles. World’s biggest spaceship fires up all engines for first time. China’s developing a mega-ship able to launch satellites into space and retrieve boosters from ocean. The 1.5C global heating pledge is ‘barely alive’ after Cop26, warns Greenpeace boss. Apple is bricking iPhone Face ID if you try and fix yourself. Childhood cancer survivors ‘at greater risk of ill health as they age’. FBI probes ‘ongoing situation’ after hacking breach sends thousands of emails. The Bureau is investigating how hackers compromised its network to send deluge of fake messages warning of cyberattack.

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Vinyl crisis: Is Adele fuelling a global LP shortage?

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:12:31 GMT

Adele and Ed Sheeran’s impact on the vinyl shortage means that smaller artists face an even bigger wait when it comes to pressing. A lack of availability of materials and supply chain issues means there’s currently a global backlog. Couldn’t the big guys just use an NFT? Scientists say that an asteroid near Earth is actually a chunk of the Moon and researchers have found a way to make sustainable, biodegradable, vegan glitter with the same shine as the original. Why PS5 shortages could be about to get a lot worse, a new therapy that has reversed paralysis in mice and SpaceX’s internet-from-space initiative - Starlink - launch 53 more satellites. Plus Vodafone says it’s set to become the largest provider of ultra-fast broadband in the UK and how you could soon take a trip back in time to ancient Greece.

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SpaceX historic launch: Meet the 600th human blasted into the cosmos

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:02:31 GMT

Four astronauts blasted off on Wednesday night - after being delayed by nearly two weeks. The 600th person to travel to space - astronaut Matthias Maurer - talked to us before his historical launch on a SpaceX rocket. Elon Musk goes through with the results of his Twitter poll and sells $5billion of his Tesla shares. We speak to the retired GP who has discovered a dinosaur with an ‘unusually large nose' and find out about the study that’s given hundreds of patients with rare diseases a diagnosis for the first time. Plus, the new ‘soft robots’ which could be used to go inside the human body, the world’s most premature baby, venomous sharks found in the River Thames and an ancient hangover cure unearthed by archaeologists.

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Capitol riot: Prince Harry says he warned Twitter boss

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:00:08 GMT

Prince Harry says he warned Twitter boss Jack Dorsey ahead of the Capitol riot in January. He claims he emailed the CEO saying that the platform was allowing a coup to be staged - a day before the attack.

Google has won a £3billion legal fight over UK iPhone ‘data misuse’, one of Apple’s original computers has sold at auction and scientists have made a groundbreaking breakthrough with inflammation.

Plus the latest scientific crossing of Antarctica, how we’re one step closer to a potential ‘Britcoin’ and all about Sir Peter Jackson selling his visual effects studio - Weta Digital. And, the app which can match your photos of your pet with classic works of art.

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SpaceX capsule & crew return to earth after 200 days

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:00:05 GMT

Four astronauts have safely returned to earth after 6 months onboard the International Space Station. Their return paves the way for four replacements who could blast off as early as Wednesday.

Environmentalists call out the Cambo oil field project for jeopardising deep sea life. How choosing the right bedtime could impact your heart, Can air travel ever really be green? Plus members of notorious cyber gang REvil have finally been caught, endurance swimmer and ocean advocate Lewis Pugh on the magnitude of COP26. We'll also tell you the reason why thousands of phone boxes - including a number of those iconic red ones - have been saved from closure and why Instagram’s ‘plant a tree for every pet pic’ trend might not be all it seems

Hear Lewis Pugh's 'coldest swim on earth' here

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Elon Musk's Twitter poll drives Tesla down

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:00:20 GMT

Be careful what you poll… A vote on Twitter by Elon Musk has urged him to sell 10% of his stake in Tesla in order to pay tax. The poll was done in response to a "billionaires tax" proposed by US Democrats. The successor to the Hubble Space Telescope is set to launch in six weeks... after more than a decade of delays. Astronaut Wang Yaping has made history by becoming the first Chinese woman to walk in space. The US offers bounty of up to $10m for information on hacking group known as ‘DarkSide’. Has frozen semen from the 1960s repopulated an extinct species of cow? Why SpaceX has had to delay four astronauts’ return to Earth. A mysterious app climbs top of the charts but no one really knows why. And, a nine-foot-tall joystick breaks records.

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Roblox: Music festivals in the metaverse

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:00:21 GMT

If you baulked at those £200-plus Adele concert tickets, how about watching KSI and Ava Max for nothing....the catch? It’s all in the popular cartoon-like social gaming world Roblox. We speak to global head of music, Jon Vlassopulos on the line from Lisbon’s Web Summit. The Evening Standard’s City news editor Simon Freeman talks VR and future tech with Web Summit CEO, Paddy Cosgrave. Ancient ‘shipyard’ building galaxies found 11 billion light years away. Tech bosses face criminal charges ‘within months not years’ of new internet safety laws, warns Culture Secretary Dorries. Hoping for gains, New York mayor wants his first wages in bitcoin. Up, up and away for Israeli startup using hot air balloons to capture frozen carbon above the clouds. Highly endangered chicks hatch at British zoo...only 200 remain in wild.

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Why Nintendo can't fulfil Switch Christmas demand

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:59:41 GMT

Why Nintendo says it can’t keep up with Christmas Switch demand. Just when you thought dealing with one pandemic was quite enough, it’s being suggested governments can use their Covid-19 knowledge to tackle future public health crises. Metaverse is a load of hype, says Microsoft president. British man on Twitter hacking charge now held over $784K crypto heist. Critical thinking must beat power structures in climate fight, says UN secretary-general António Guterres. Break out the Scrabble...Squid shame as gamer with familiar username attacked by trolls.

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Web Summit: Crypto & Climate are hot topics

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 13:00:32 GMT

#WebSummit2021: crypto’s the big thing plus climate ideas at Lisbon's Covid-era mega expo. Facebook says it will shut down its facial recognition database. Biden: China and Russia showed lack of leadership with Cop26 no-show. #Cop26 art of the possible: how hydroelectric dams-on-wheels are saving lives in Malawi. Nasa races to fix Hubble Space Telescope after safe mode reboot. And,Jay-Z joins Instagram...but who’s the single (ladies) account he’s followed?

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Facebook whistleblower on how extreme opinions shape your news feed

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 13:00:08 GMT

Frances Haugen is suggesting her former boss Mark Zuckerberg step down as she reveals more on the dark arts influencing the social network’s internal algorithms. The Queen tells Cop26 climate summit leaders: ‘Rise above politics to save planet’. SpaceX astronaut medical alert as Nasa delays ISS launch. It’s being reported that Apple’s side-lining the iPad to push iPhone 13 production. Why has Elon Musk gone viral on Chinese social media? Red light, don’t buy the spin-off crypto...Squid Game token collapses. Meanwhile, SoftBank is investing $93 billion in a crypto-gaming non-fungible tokens platform. Bat squeaks bird of year prize from feathered rivals.

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Extreme heat and mega floods are ‘new normal’

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 12:59:08 GMT

A World Meteorological Organisation report warns heat waves over 50C to become usual as global warming shapes planet. Cop26: ‘One minute to midnight for climate crisis, warns Boris Johnson, despite controversial tax breaks for flights. Solar System’s fastest trick or treat for costumed astronauts aboard International Space Station. James Bond GoldenEye game no longer verboten under 90s German censorship ban. Sega and Microsoft look at creative mega gaming empire. Hello...is it streams you’re looking for? Pre-order album record for singer Adele. Wombles swap Wimbledon Common litter picking to go plant-based for day with Sir Paul McCartney.

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Space mission Cosmic Kiss - next stop the moon?

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:00:15 GMT

Mark Zukerberg’s announcement that Facebook will now be known as ‘Meta’ has sparked a huge reaction - both serious and comical. We find out from an astronaut why trips to the moon might be closer than we think. Europe investigates UK chip-designer sale and a new species of early human who lived 500,000 years ago has been named by scientists. Also why giant pandas are black and white, Jupiter’s swirling ‘Great Red Spot’ far deeper than we realised and how one business is using robot waiters to combat the staff shortage. Plus we tell you about a new feature that can turn your selfies into videos of the undead.

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Another day another Facebook drama

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:00:44 GMT

Another day another Facebook drama. The social media site orders its staff to ‘preserve all internal communications’ as legal threat looms. The company has been under scrutiny since a former employee shared thousands of its documents to politicians and the media. Why we’re about to embark on a new chapter in physics and it’s been 50 years since Britain’s only ever satellite rocket launch. Twitter is giving paid ‘Blue’ subscribers early access to more new features. Also, how digital art is helping one man cope with Parkinson’s and the Sir David Attenborough polar ship, aka Boaty McBoatface, makes its debut. Plus, Instagram finally gives everyone the ability to add links directly to stories and how you can now get your hands on a hoverbike.

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The world’s first ‘thinking’ robot

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:00:12 GMT

Japanese scientists have created the first ever ‘thinking’ robot. The machine was able to move around and dodge barriers on its own - thanks to the use of its brain-like neurons. Scientists in China claim to have built the world’s first programmable quantum computers. Microsoft says that 59% of UK firms will miss the 2050 net zero target. TikTok and Snap try to prove they’re not like Facebook. Apple reveal new ‘shareplay’ feature. Ministers face High Court battle over WhatsApp use. And, new report finds singing lemurs have rhythm like humans.

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Space latest: Have we found the first planet outside our galaxy?

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:08:59 GMT

Nasa scientists may have found signs of what could be the first planet ever to be discovered outside our galaxy. If confirmed, the world would be thousands of times further away than the many exoplanets we have found so far. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has revealed his latest Blue Origin venture. The NSPCC says “safety is not a priority” for those at the top of Facebook. Why The Recycling Association says the PM had "completely lost the plastic plot". Marine Conservation Society and Whale and Dolphin Conservation charities are asking policymakers to #ListenToTheOcean. MPs say that UK research will be frozen because of delays to Brexit negotiations. And finally, Facebook hire Britney Spears’ lawyer to fight an upcoming TV series.

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Tesco: suspected hack of website and app

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:00:54 GMT

Tesco shoppers were left frustrated over the weekend as the website and app were both down. The UK’s largest supermarket said its online services were affected due to an “attempt to interfere with its systems”.

What are the new measures meaning fewer scam phone calls?, MPs prepare for whistleblower’s Facebook revelations. Levels of climate-warming greenhouse gases in the atmosphere reach record highs. Tesla pulls its new Full Self-Driving beta due to software 'issues'. Australia’s plans for parental consent for minors on social media. And finally, how to avoid the wait and get Microsoft's new OS now...

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Halyna Hutchins: Calls to ban blanks in Hollywood after death

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 12:05:25 GMT

Top movie director Paul Feig has joined calls for blanks to be banned from movie sets. It’s after the death of 42-year-old Halyna Hutchins on the set of new movie Rust. Trump's new social network overwhelmed with trolls before official launch. Bitcoin Boom: the latest on the crypto's recent rise in value. Twitter sets up spaces for all users.Triceratops skeleton sells for $7.7million to US buyer. Ai-Da robot freed from customs in Egypt.Tax on big tech companies to be scrapped in favour of new global rules.New health app that rewards users with shop vouchers. Scientists examine physics behind ducks swimming in a row.

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Why Apple and Google are making their own chips

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 12:00:51 GMT

Youtuber Arun from Mr Whose The Boss tells us why Google and Apple have begun making their own processing chips, and what the thinking is behind Samsung’s new Z-flip colours.Donald Trump sets up his own social media, after being banned by Twitter and Facebook. It’s going to be called TRUTH social.UK childrens charity the NSPCC says social media companies don’t take child safety seriously enough. Elon Musk gets the green light for underground Tesla Tunnels.Woolly mammoths extinction caused by climate change, not humans.50% of Brits search online for answers to contentious questions before asking another person. Did the Vikings discover America before Columbus?

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Google's first Pixel Pro device with an AI focus

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:00:47 GMT

We take a look at Google’s brand new Pixel 6 devices, which come with the tech giant’s own Tensor processor, a new array of cameras and updates for five years. Facebook has been fined over £50million for not providing enough information to the competitions watchdog over its takeover of Giphy. Facebook urged to publish research into harm its platforms cause to children. How VR could be key in future cancer treatments. Amateur investors to be warned off Crypto. How old-tech could make its way into our currency, and, an Orionid meteor shower is set to peak.

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Apple Unleashed: All you need to know

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 12:03:02 GMT

We look at the brand new Apple Macbooks and Airpods - as fans rejoice at the return of ports. Charlotte Henry from the MacObserver gives us the lowdown on the new tech, including the brand new Airpods. Boris Johnson pitches green investment opportunities in the UK. How an infrared helmet could help dementia patients with memory loss. NASA’s Lucy probe in trouble as problems emerge with solar panels. Armchair astronomers: we need your planets. Vienna Tourism Board sets up Onlyfans. Diver discovers 900-year-old sword off Israel Coast. First check-out free store launched by Tesco. And, The £19 iCloth?

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Big week for Techtober & Greta rick-rolls climate crowd

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 11:56:04 GMT

It’s the busiest week of the month known in the industry as ‘Tech-tober’ - as Apple, Google and Samsung all hold launch events this week. We speak with tech Youtuber Supersaf about what’s coming up. Facebook to hire 10,000 to work on ‘metaverse’. FIFA hints at new video game series. Is iPhone-scanning tech a threat to democracy? British Museum will display the ‘world’s oldest surviving map of the stars’. Ford transforming UK factory into electric-car powerhouse, and Greta Thunberg rick-rolls crowd at climate concert.

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Twitch hack: why is the word ‘pizza’ everywhere in leaked files?

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:00:33 GMT

An investigation by Motherboard finds an intriguing explanation about all the fast food references in the Amazon owned e-sports platform’s 125GB data dump. Nasa’s asteroid hunter Lucy is ready for launch, first stop: Jupiter. Pollution expert on how billionaires’ space tourism rockets are contributing to killing Earth. Climate crisis: rich countries forecast to belch more pollution into air this year despite eco pledges. Avicii: late EDM icon’s father confirms tribute concert to support young mental health. Universal Soldiers...US troops to get Microsoft’s futuristic augmented reality goggles. Rude awakening for Canadian woman as plunging meteorite smashes on to her bed.

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Prince William: tech tycoons should ditch space tourism to save Earth

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 11:59:25 GMT

Heir to throne's broadside against space race to colonise new planets. Feel awkward haggling for a discount with a salesperson? Do it with AI. Earth 2100: forecast materials will run out to make phones, solar panels and heart pacemakers. Cheat death with healthy heart diet rich in nuts, seeds and tofu, says study. Spike in child Covid infections but drop for older teens and young to middle-aged adults. Astronomers spy new Jupiter-sized gas-giant planet in our Milky Way galaxy. Where’s Wally...mission to count walruses from space. Professor Dame Sarah Gilbert picks up a tribute for her vaccine work by meeting penguin namesake.

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Shatner in space & EVE online's boss on 'The Metaverse'

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:13:55 GMT

We’re at Retail Week Live in London’s North Greenwich, kicking off by meeting CCP Games boss Hilmar Pétursson, maker of space quest EVE, to talk about the increasingly blurred lines between our real and digital worlds. William Shatner’s due to blast off from a Texas launch pad in a Blue Origin rocket. Global chip shortage: It might be a bit harder to get your hands on Apple’s shiny new iPhone 13 soon. There’s a strange radio signal coming from the centre of our galaxy and scientists don’t know what it is. Who remembers that time Elon Musk broke the “unbreakable” window of his Cybertruck during a public demo?

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How this futuristic broadband spy plane ‘can fly for six months’

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:05:14 GMT

Inventors behind the Zephyr reckon the solar-powered military spy plane could stay airborne for incredibly long period to beam down civilian broadband into hard-to-reach parts of the world. Shetland’s rocket dram...Scotland’s most northern whisky islands seals space deal. Floating alien jellyfish and smell of Black Death takeover Tate Modern to explore art and science. Carcass of supersonic WWII Nazi V2 rocket blasted from Germany discovered in English field. Facebook wants to alert users when Instagram is down rather than rely on third parties. Pub offers drinkers pints and crisps in exchange for gadget e-waste. Humans 2.0 as exoskeletons boost walking skills for amputees.

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Did Russia steal the plans for the Oxford Covid vaccine?

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 12:00:06 GMT

Did Russia steal the plans for the Oxford-Astra Zeneca Covid vaccine and clone it to create their own Sputnik V version? Expectant mums are being urged to get a jab as it’s revealed nearly a fifth of all critically ill patients with Covid in England are pregnant women. Blue Origin’s released footage of William Shatner getting ready to become the oldest human to ever fly into space. Brace yourselves… the Earth’s about to get hit by an enormous solar flare. OceanX reveals more about a “massive” mysterious creature filmed during a search of a shipwreck in the Red Sea. The first lunar rocks brought back to Earth in more than 40 years appear to have revealed a secret. Nuclear and particle physicists are working on an Electron-Ion collider that will let them see the quarks and gluons found inside protons. And finally, will electric cars ever appear in the Fast and Furious franchise?

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Chernobyl: robot dogs help scientists clean radiation fallout

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:05:16 GMT

Interview with Tom Scott, professor of Nuclear Materials at the University of Bristol, who’s returned from his fourth site visit in Ukraine. Twitch data hack: now Amazon blames ‘configuration error’ for data leak. Well done, Britain - you’re eating less meat and it’s helping save our planet. China Moon shot: Chang’e-5 robot has collected ‘youngest lava’ from lunar surface. Major discovery as Nasa’s Perseverance rover finds evidence of Martian lake. Elon Musk says he’ll move Tesla from California to Texas after California Covid row. Listen up, Apple! Microsoft to study your right to repair Windows computers and Xboxes.

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Twitch data heist: Amazon probes 'source code hack'

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 12:04:08 GMT

The tech giant’s engineers are scrambling to discover how a hacker found a way into its e-sports streaming platform to apparently post the valuable source code online. Now British MPs ask Facebook whistleblower to ‘break wall of secrecy’ in evidence. Have digital art-lovers been scammed for thousands in NFT ‘Evolved Apes’ sale? Suggestive jokes, dodgy character names and flirting removed from World of Warcraft. Interview with Ireland rugby star Brian O’Driscoll on how data’s deployed to analyse ‘big hits’ in contact sport. Better protection from Covid if you’ve had virus and been jabbed, study finds. Fetch the lemon mayo...crayfish among invasive species ‘pushing lakes to ecosystem collapse’

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TikTok and Snapchat told to ‘ban harmful content’

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 12:15:56 GMT

Twitch and OnlyFans also told to ensure footage linked to child abuse, terrorism and racism does not appear on their platforms - or face fines. Senator says Facebook faces “Big Tobacco moment” after whistleblower’s user safety bombshell. Kanye West wearables: rapper ‘plans Donda-branded smart watches and activity monitors’. Amazon opens Lidl-style British bricks-and-mortar department store. Scientists win Nobel Chemistry Prize for molecule-mirroring work. Real Welsh dragon - a 215-million-year-old dinosaur the size of a chicken is world’s oldest carnivore. More time spent exercising helps children think better, study finds. ‘Genius’ dogs are experts at memory recall tasks - can they beat internet-addled humans?

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What caused the Facebook outage?

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:35:15 GMT

What caused the Facebook outage? Mark Zuckerberg has apologised for the global outage that took the entire company offline. Climate change wins the Nobel prize in Physics awarding the three researchers with nearly a million dollars. Drones free-fall from the sky during a light show in China. Electric brain implants have the world abuzz after being found to cure one woman’s depression. 2035 is the year Boris Johnson believes all UK electricity will come from clean energy sources. A UAE satellite is destined for the asteroid belt. COP26 will showcase art created from South Pole snowfall – from over two centuries ago. Also, it’s a trip into outer space for one Russian movie crew.

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2021 Nobel Prize winners, plus an inspiring space Barbie

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:33:21 GMT

The Nobel prize has been awarded jointly to two US scientists who figured out the mysteries of how people feel touch and temperature. A whistleblower who leaked a trove of Facebook's secret files has revealed her own identity. Could this be the first launch of a hypersonic missile from a nuclear submarine? A top climate scientist has quit the Science Museum in London’s board over fossil fuel sponsorship. Music prescriptions for people with neurologic injuries and diseases like Alzheimers. The original voice of Siri joins the campaign for a more accessible web. Plus, Barbie inspires young girls with zero-gravity flight.

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Leaked Facebook files: Bieber among celeb content ‘linked to negative feelings’

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 12:00:57 GMT

The latest on that trove of internal Facebook research documents unearthed by the Wall Street Journal, which its being reported reveal followers of social media celebrities experience greater negative feelings about themselves. Thinking tout loud...Ed Sheeran’s using blockchain to fight concert ticket scalpers. It IS safe for people to get the flu and Covid vaccines at same time, NHS clinical trial finds. X-ray scientists reveal secret letters between Marie-Antoinette and rumoured Swedish lover. GTA Remastered Trilogy could be a ‘step closer’ after South Korea name registration.

No time for special effects...Daniel Craig says he never got used to 007 tech wizardry. SpaceX Dragon cargo ship zooms back to home to Earth from ISS packed with research cargo.

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Apple Pay hacking warning for iPhone users

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:00:17 GMT

Cyber scientists from Birmingham and Surrey Universities claim to have found a tap-to-pay flaw they say could allow hackers to make unlimited contactless payments - all paid for by you. Volcano latest: University College London scientist on La Palma eruption after danger zone visit. Can this ‘super cycling suit’ help cyclists beat the clock using F1 technology? Actress ‘settles TikTok lawsuit over voice used without her permission’ on viral text-to-speech feature. How ‘furious floods’ shaped the surface of Mars. You could soon pop to cinema to catch Games of Thrones on silver screen, says Vue boss. Visually-impaired former X-Factor contestant uses smart glasses to see daughter’s face in HD for first time.

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Amazon defends design of $1,000 rolling robot

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:21:14 GMT

The e-retail giant is denying leaked reports its own developers believe its new autonomous robot Astro is “terrible and will almost certainly throw itself down stairs”.

Nasa’s asteroid hunter is being prepared for its 12-year mission. Mercury flyby planned for British-built spacecraft. Covid: bereaved relatives welcome PM’s pandemic inquiry appointment pledge, but say urgency is lacking. Study suggests children from disadvantaged areas shorter than their rich peers. Terrifying giant prey-killing ‘hell heron’ discovered as new species of dinosaur. Eager beavers...rare animals found for first time in Britain since Guy Fawkes.

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Instagram Kids: safety campaigners react to 'toxic' plans

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:01:57 GMT

The UK’s Kidscape and Rap Project discuss Facebook’s announcement that the firm’s put its controversial project on ice for now. TikTok hits one billion monthly users. New Covid alert as study reveals smokers ‘80% more likely’ to get admitted to hospital. Beam me up, Bezos...William Shatner ‘could blast off with Blue Origin’. Was the rise of dinosaurs helped by volcanic eruptions? This hamster is trading cryptocurrency...and you won’t believe the gains.

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Fans of EDM star 3lau ‘could earn Bitcoin-style royalties'

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:01:26 GMT

Hundreds of music fans are being offered micro-royalties for signing up to blockchain music platform run by the crypto speculator Justin Blau. Nasa is launching its most powerful Earth observation satellite. China power crisis causes Apple and Tesla suppliers to stop production. Hear how Natural History Museum scientists discovered a ‘coffee table’ dinosaur. ‘Dangerous levels’ of cocaine and ecstasy found by scientists in Glastonbury Festival’s river. Disney is rebooting ‘Flight of the Navigator’ with Black Mirror star Bryce Dallas Howard in the directorial cockpit.

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Hillary Clinton and rebalancing gender in tech

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:25:24 GMT

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joined a panel chaired by Accelerate Her, a network designed to rebalance gender in the technology sector. The Evening Standard’s business reporter Naomi Ackerman spoke to their CEO, Elka Goldstein. Plus, Apple’s fighting proposals that would force it to ditch its unique power cord for the iPhone and iPads in Europe. The Brave New World NFT, created by Bjork collaborators and digital artists Warren Du Preez & Nick Thornton Jones, goes up for auction today. Twitter says it’s exploring ways of showcasing NFT's. A man trying to get an AI device credit for inventions has been dealt another blow in the UK courts. Why a track created by a psychologist and a music producer may reduce physical pain. And, we have the release date for the new Super Mario Movie.

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Dragon's Den's Tej on start-up advice and weird tech

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:13:55 GMT

Tej Lalvani tells us about the weirdest Dragon's Den pitches, what companies he would invest in now, and the future of health tech. We also speak to health tech company Eupnoos, an app that will allow people with a smartphone understand the health of their lungs, by simply blowing into their phones. Plus, Lithuania’s telling people to throw away their old Chinese phones and never buy another one. Fortnite fans hoping to see their favourite game back on the Apple App store are going to be disappointed. A comet first spotted earlier this year could be the largest ever seen. And Amazon’s teamed up with Billie Eilish to create a new limited edition Echo Studio voice assistant.

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How Lasers could soon power our energy

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:01:01 GMT

What if we could generate energy through quantum lasers? We speak to the CEO of Marvel Fusion who’s doing just that, plus we speak to Zulu Forests who are building new habitats through technology and science. A volcanic eruption on La Palma could last 'up to 84 days'. Nasa’s making changes as we move into an era of private space exploration. It appears life on Mars never stood a chance. And, if you’re missing your Nokia 3310 then you’re in luck.

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Can tech stop climate change? & Snoop Dogg's gone crypto

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 12:28:12 GMT

It's Day Two of London Tech Week where climate change leads the agenda! Tessa Clarke from food sharing app Olio tells us how can small actions can create big changes.

Evacuees on the Canary Islands have been talking about their horror as a La Palma volcano erupted. China’s version of TikTok is limiting under 14’s to just 40 minutes a day on the platform. Why the world's richest man, Jeff Bezos, plans to give away $1 billion a year for the next decade. Amazon seems to have accidentally leaked the existence of two new Kindles. Research suggests bitcoin mining produces as much electronic waste as a country the size of the Netherlands. Snoop Dogg appears to have outed himself as a cryptocurrency influencer. And, here's another musical surprise - Swedish House Mafia’s teaming up with Ikea to “democratise creativity and music production”.

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We're at London Tech Week!

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:14:49 GMT

We're kicking off London Tech Week with the festival's Carolyn Dawson MD at Informa Tech. What can we look forward to?

Plus, London Underground’s first major expansion this century has opened, we speak to the Transport Secretary. French defence minister, Florence Parly, called off a meeting with British counterpart, Ben Wallace, as the international fallout continues after the UK, US and Australia agreed a new deal to develop nuclear-powered submarines. New data suggests the UK tech sector raised £13.5bn in the first six months of the year. Doctors are going to use a remotely operated robot, which will use machine learning and artificial intelligence - to carry out check-ups on care home residents in Scotland, with Alzheimer’s disease and other conditions. And, why the Royal Mail’s getting back on its - electric - bike.

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Tributes to Sir Clive Sinclair; and hear the Bowie Stylophone

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 12:06:40 GMT

Sir Clive Sinclair has died at the age of 81 from cancer. Elon Musk has paid tribute, as well as Microsoft boss Satya Nadellla who said Sir Clive inspired him to become an engineer. Plus, Wikipedia says it’s been “infiltrated” by a group trying to control information about China. The home version of Microsoft Office has been given an October 5th release date - and you won’t need a subscription. Astronauts reveal what it’s really like to live and work on the ISS. Facebook’s identified a new front in the misinformation war. Netflix is being sued over a single line of dialogue in The Queen’s Gambit. And, check out the sounds of the new David Bowie Stylophone.

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US, UK & Australia gang up on China in Security Pact

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:28:38 GMT

Joe Biden, Boris Johnson and Australian Prime Minister teamed up to form a special security pact to share advanced defence technologies, SpaceX makes history again with an all civilian amateur spaceflight. El Salvador take to the streets to protest against Bitcoin as legal tender, Fauci shuts down Nicki Minaj over claims the Covid vaccine could make you impotent. ES Magazine's groundbreaking NFT. Plus, the humble Bandicoot comes back from the dead.

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Apple’s iPhone 13: Is it all hype?

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:18:26 GMT

Is Apple’s iPhone 13, dubbed “Hollywood in your pocket”, what we’ve been waiting for? We speak to Charlotte Henry from Mac Observer. Rishi Sunak tells us about tech investment and zoom quizzes. There could be a breakthrough in the battle against Ebola in West Africa. An investigation into the safety of driverless cars in the US appears to be expanding. Artists and off-road E-vehicle engineers are teaming up to fight climate change with a giant ship! And why an asteroid that killed the dinosaurs was lucky for snakes.

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Spyware attack: You may want this Apple IOS update. Plus potty-trained cows?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:07:12 GMT

Hold up, you may want to update your Iphone. Apple have dispatched an emergency patch for IOS users after the discovery of malware on the phone of an unidentified Saudi activist in Canada. If you’re waiting for a blue tick on Twitter, your time may be now. Following a Wall Street Journal investigation Facebook says it’s “phasing out” so-called White List exemptions from the social network’s posting rules. Engineering works are taking place at the ancient Stone Henge, how do you turn a film known for its Hollywood magic special FX into a theatre show? And, why have researchers potty-trained cows?

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Fortnite creators Epic Games appeal Apple court ruling

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:00:07 GMT

Fortnite creators Epic Games have filed an appeal against the recent court ruling with Apple. A federal judge decided the firm violated the Apple App store’s terms by offering in-game currency direct. Meanwhile, Apple’s Iphone13 is expected to be announced tomorrow. Dame Cressida Dick’s accusing tech firms of failing to do enough to protect users from terrorism. A mum who lost all four of her limbs has been given a bionic arm. Google forces another Discord music bot offline, and, how are Gen Z’s discovering new music today?

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PlayStation Showcase 2021: Star Wars, Project Eve & Gran Turismo 7 for PS5

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:00:48 GMT

The former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has told MPs and peers he’s having to explain to children the meaning of the horrific abuse he receives online. PlayStation Showcase: Sony announces new Star Wars, Project Eve and Gran Turismo 7 for PS5...plus GTA V delays. You’ll need some powerful hardware to run photorealistic gaming, says tech expert GadgetsBoy. How creepy are Facebook’s new smart sunglasses? Amazon offers to pay $1.2 billion college fees for 750,000 US staff. NHS lung cancer patients to receive breakthrough tumour-stopping drug. Best way to airlift a five-ton rhino wins satirical science prize.

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AI: How gaming characters are getting hyper-realistic faces

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:59:28 GMT

Street Fighter V and Dark Souls are among games using the software more normally used to make gruesomely realistic customisations to photos. Could Mars farming tech help grow food in Earth’s deserts? Voice of a generation: children rally outside Parliament to urge political action on climate crisis ahead of Cop26. Microsoft warns Azure customers that security flaw could have let hackers access their data. Noise from traffic and trains is being linked to higher risk of dementia. Brexit: No more cheap holiday calls as Three is latest mobile firm to re-introduce Euro roaming. Facebook is that you...Twitter tests ‘Community’ groups feature for users to discuss common interests.

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Taliban: the social media battle against hashtag propaganda

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:11:40 GMT

Cybersecurity analysts are urging tech platforms to act faster in the battle against digital extremist content and hashtags that spread so fast online. Chaotic debut for Bitcoin in El Salvador as crypto value plunges. Online harm: Priti Patel urges G7 to hold tech giants to account for child abuse content. Amazon rides online shopping boom...but pays just a few million more in corporation tax. British astronaut Tim Peake honoured as comic book character. Child asthma: research finds obesity may effect the body’s response to medicine. How robot dogs are being trained to 'think' as autonomous rescuers of the future.

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TechEX Day 2: 'Facebook killer' social network and swearing ducks

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:58:22 GMT

We’re at day two of TechEX 2021 where we meet Socialblox, a Dutch startup taking on Facebook. We also speak to the maker of a smart bracelet that can help people avoid polluted routes. Plus, El Salvador is now accepting Bitcoin as legal tender, NASA’s Mars Rover has picked up its first ever rock sample – but can they get it back to Earth? Could we soon see the end of pop-ups asking you to accept cookies, and ducks in Australia have learned how to swear.

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Internet of Things: We're at the UK's biggest IOT expo

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 11:58:59 GMT

We are at TechEx 2021: Find out about shoebox-sized satellites controlling IOT devices back on Earth using tiny amounts of power, and the challenges of hosting a Covid-era conference. Firefly’s released a new video of the rocket that exploded in mid-flight last week. If you’ve been lurking on the comments pages of some newspaper’s websites, you may well have come across pro-Kremlin trolls trying to spread misinformation. Prospective parents in the UK may soon be able store eggs, sperm and embryos for up to 55 years. Vacuum killer...Dyson’s ‘developing a robot that can climb stairs’. Former PlayStation boss says PS5 development will cost about $200 million.

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ABBA: How their revolutionary ‘Abbatar’ concert will work

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:30:16 GMT

ABBA’s ‘revolutionary’ motion-capture concert will ‘de-age’ the group to their prime of 1979, how the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine technology used to design the jab could treat cancer, Joe Biden warns 'climate crisis is here' after 50 killed in Storm Ida. Virgin Galactic missions have been grounded, meanwhile, the Firefly rocket exploded after launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Plus, could those with brains less responsive to signals from their internal organs more likely to hold negative views about their appearance?

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Facebook claims part in helping 175 Afghan citizens flee from Afghanistan

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:31:57 GMT

Facebook claims it played a part in helping 175 Afghan citizens flee from Afghanistan. Apple strikes a deal with Japan's Fair Trade Commission to allow links for signup websites not included in the App Store. Being double jabbed halves your chances of catching long Covid. A code to protect children’s data online and their privacy has come into full effect from today, and, if you thought you were going to be getting sporty with the Tesla Roadster this Christmas, you'll have to wait.

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Afghanistan: Popular YouTuber named among dead in Kabul airport bomb

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 12:14:07 GMT

Journalist and vlogger Najma Sadeqi named among at least 183 people killed in the suicide attack. Instagram requires users’ date of birth but is it too little, too late to keep children safe on social media? Explicit trailers by adult performers make under-18s more vulnerable to inappropriate content, warns NSPCC. Hacker hands back nearly £250,000 ‘after selling a fake Banksy as an NFT’. Bitcoin: El Salvador backs $150m crypto fund. Denmark launches first high-tech DJ school that’s just for women and non-binary people. One of Europe’s oldest sloths celebrates very cute birthday at Bristol Zoo Gardens with a veggie cake.

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Covid strain alert as scientists discover new South African variant

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:00:34 GMT

Scientists have named the variant C.1.2, which they say is spreading with a concerning number of mutations. Internet addiction: young Chinese gamers are furious at Beijing’s tough new screen time rules. The Children’s Commissioner for England is calling for age verification to stop young eyes seeing explicit adult content. Salt substitute ‘could prevent thousands of strokes and heart attacks’. Can dogs give an early epileptic seizure warning by change in owner’s smell? Child mental health: actor Stephen Fry calls for walk-in centres for Mind charity appeal. British pigeons are ‘mistaking Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite dishes for bird baths’.

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Spaceport 1: Historic launch for British rocket before giant leap into orbit

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:00:53 GMT

History is made as a test rocket honouring computing pioneer Ada Lovelace is fired as part of a project called Spaceport 1. A study reveals risk of blood clots ‘much higher’ with Covid than after jabs. Microsoft warns thousands of cloud computer customers are risk from security flaw. Small firms now rent-a-robot for half the price of a human worker...with no back-chat or tea breaks. Apple performs legal flanking manoeuvre ahead of Fortnite ruling as tech giant strikes App Store deal with small developers. Alright for sum...Apple chief Tim Cook enjoys $750 million payout. Thousands of spider crabs mass off Cornish coast in spectacular natural phenomenon.

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Could hot new exoplanets spied far away support alien life?

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:03:02 GMT

Astronomers have discovered a new class of planets outside our Solar System, we speak to the lead researcher from the University of Cambridge. The World Health Organisation warns time is running out to discover origins of Covid-19. Fitbit unveils £170 post-pandemic fitness tracker. Facebook reportedly considering setting up commission to monitor election ads and misinformation. NFT sales surges but experts warn of Bitcoin-like bubble. Study reveals how light pollution from the modern world is killing insects. Spare a thought for this frog with the world’s worst nickname - what is it?

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Greta Thunberg: media needs better storytelling to fight climate crisis

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:13:16 GMT

The Swedish climate activist urges the world’s press to push more stories about the growing climate crisis on to the front pages of newspapers and websites. Scientists develop “nanobubble” tech to boost water quality in Mexico City’s Aztec-era canals and cut toxic emissions. Could Covid-19 vaccine protection wane in those first jabbed as winter approaches? GameStop’s meme stocks soar in late day trading surge. More than 1,000 people test positive for Covid-19 after Latitude Festival starring Wolf Alice and Chemical Brothers. Is Virgin’s fabled 600mph Hyperloop one step closer to reality? Grumpy reindeer and a 1.6-ton rhino among 9,500 animals checked at Whipsnade Zoo’s annual weigh-in. Inventor’s device to rapidly stop blood loss from stab wounds wins Dyson design award.

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Online abuse of children at record high, says NSPCC report

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:02:45 GMT

The NSPCC is calling for the government to toughen its plans for new internet laws after Freedom of Information replies from UK police forces showed a nearly 70 per cent increase in offences involving sexual communication with a child. Facebook’s most popular link read by Americans was a vaccine conspiracy. Extreme rain in Europe has been worsened by humans. Nearly 5,000 Covid cases linked to music festival starring Jorja Smith and Gorillaz. Cambridge University to lead UK’s largest autism study. Ex-Microsoft man’s warning to UK government and police over Exchange server hacking threat. Astrophysicist Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell is only second woman awarded world’s oldest science prize.

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UN fears Taliban will use biometric tech to hunt ‘collaborators’ in Afghanistan

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:02:31 GMT

The United Nations has raised concerns the Islamist group will use fingerprint scan devices to identify people who helped coalition forces. Surveillance: UK civil liberties groups demand ban on facial recognition. PayPal now allows British users to trade cryptocurrency. Hear young Covid-19 patients share stories of the long-terms effects of the disease. Beijing cracks down on China computer chip-maker amid regulatory probe. Vintage tech: 101-year-old car buff compares riding 1915 Ford Model T with electric Mustang Mach-E. Disintegrating icebergs boom with a snap, crackle and pop, says endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh.

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Elon teases humanoid ‘Muskbot’ to take over repetitive work

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:00:08 GMT

If you thought one real-life Elon Musk was quite enough...get ready for the Tesla Bot he claims will have “profound implications for the economy”. Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Liquid says it’s lost nearly $100 million in hacking heist. Get ready for olfactory VR as a London tech firm adds smell for virtual fire safety training. Nasa halts SpaceX work on moon taxi after Blue Origin lawsuit. Covid chaos: South Korean boy band BTS officially cancel Map Of The Soul world tour. Internet of Things: web-connected wellness or a spy in your shopping basket? Sea snake attacks on scuba divers may be ‘misdirected courtship behaviours’. Baby bat chat, they babble away just like human infants, study finds.

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Ex-Netflix staff charged over alleged $3m insider trading ring

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:00:10 GMT

Investigators have charged three ex-Netflix staff over an alleged insider trading ring said to have netted $3 million. The US Securities and Exchange Commission also names two associates of former workers in court papers. Keep interested in your work because dementia risk is ‘lower for people in mentally stimulating jobs’. How’s your swing? World’s first robot squash coach will give you a mean serve. Lonely locked down fruit flies ‘eat more and sleep less’ when they are on their own. Study backs effectiveness of Pfizer Covid vaccine for nursing home residents. Climate crisis: CFC ban in 1980s prevented apocalypse, and, 'Fitbit for cows' is helping farmers cut emissions.

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Boston Dynamics’ backflipping robot shows off new parkour routine

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:01:41 GMT

The tech firm’s humanoid robot, Atlas, has been showing off its clambering skills doing parkour back-flips - and also falling flat on its face - during practice runs. Aspirin trial hope for treatment for aggressive breast cancer. T-Mobile says hackers stole more than 8 million customers’ personal data. Experts call for focus in funding long Covid research. Ageing cuttlefish ‘can remember the details of last week’s dinner’. Sight risk fear for children of mothers with diabetes. New prehistoric ‘Hobbit’ creature is among three post-dinosaur discoveries.

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Afghanistan: Facebook says it's banned content related to Taliban

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Facebook says it’s banning Afghanistan’s Taliban and all contents relating to the hardline Islamist group as the social network now considers it a terrorist organisation. T-Mobile: we’ve found source of data breach. Jeff Bezos is suing Nasa over it’s moon taxi deal with rival Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Five children among victims ‘hurt in Tesla crash’ at British school car park. Twitter redesign: social network says it will have another go after users report headaches. Tinder says dating app will rollout widespread verification of lonely hearts. Buying a pint shouldn’t mean handing over your personal data, says privacy watchdog.

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Skygazers get ready for stunning Jupiter in the night sky

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 12:00:40 GMT

After last week’s meteor shower, this week amateur astronomers will - weather permitting - be treated to a very clear view of Jupiter in the night sky. Musk says Starship ready for flight in next few weeks. Climate crisis: July sets world record for hottest month ever. China regulators told to root out games claimed to ‘distort’ the country’s history. Amazon’s palm print recognition raises privacy concerns among US senators. Smart cams spy pine martens for the first time since the Victorian era.

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Lewis Pugh's 'code red' Arctic swim for Earth's climate crisis

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:05:58 GMT

We’re joined by endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh, who’s attempting to make the coldest swim on Earth to highlight the speed of climate change, braving the Arctic Cricle wearing nothing more than swimming trunks and a woolly hat. Poly Network heist: now ‘white hat’ hacker has returned most of $600 million in crypto. Encrochat bust: chart-topping rapper Nines admits plot to import 28kg of cannabis. Top secret! Could flying police officers in jet packs soon swoop down from the skies to arrests criminals? Fitness and health: calorie-burning ‘peaks earlier and declines later’ than previously thought. Sad tale of the lonely mammoth who died alone in the frozen Arctic 17,000 years ago after being kicked out of his herd.

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Hackers astonishingly return $260 million in crypto after huge online heist

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 12:01:01 GMT

Whoever’s behind one of the world’s biggest crypto heists returns more than a third of $613 million in digital coins they stole, according to the firm at the centre of the hack. ‘Foldable future’ or pointless invention adding to e-waste mountain? Samsung unveils new flips phones. Could the odds of Earth getting hit by an asteroid be higher than thought? New guidance for helping identify and treat rare blood clots linked to AstraZeneca jab. Phishing button will allow dodgy emails to be flagged to government cyber experts more easily. Non-slip tiles stop bats from plunging off rooftops, and, primates go ape for striking up a conversation with pals.

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Perseid meteor shower: some serious space drama

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 12:07:44 GMT

Are you in the mood for some serious night-sky drama, well you could be in luck on Thursday night with the stunning Perseid meteor shower. The phenomenon is caused by the dust from a comet travelling at 130,000mph. We spoke to Patricia Skelton an astronomer from the Greenwich Royal Observatory. Crypto heist: Hackers steal $600 in digital tokens. DeFi crypto crime has hit a record high. Amazon ‘to pay shoppers hurt by others’ products up to $1,000’. Top public relations director at Chinese social media giant Weibo arrested. Could Geronimo the condemned alpaca be saved by being donated to science? This robot chameleon changes colour to mimic its surroundings.

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Italian police bust fake crypto Covid pass groups on Telegram

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:59:18 GMT

Officers say they shut down 32 black market groups offering counterfeit paperwork to subscribers for up to 500 euros in crypto or online vouchers, and four people are being investigated on suspicion of fraud and forgery. ISS mission: Boeing eyes August launch date for its Starliner space capsule. Climate crisis: Government minister refuses to say if UK oilfield licence sets a bad example to other nations. Samsung boss granted parole to leave prison on Friday after serving 18 months for bribery. Anchovies, herrings and pilchards face extinction as seas get warmer, study finds. “Miracle plants” grown to create giant sponge capturing carbon in Europe’s biggest peat bog. Call to make electric charge points as iconic as London’s black cabs and red phone boxes.

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SpaceX: World’s largest rocket getting ready for Earth orbit

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:58:26 GMT

At 400ft tall, the largest rocket ever built is given a launchpad test assembly ahead of its historic upcoming round-the-Earth orbit. Huawei suffers record revenue plunge amid US sanctions and chip shortages. Cold floor...Russia starts operation to lay undersea fibre optic cable through Arctic seabed. Water pipes could carry broadband cables to avoid digging up roads. Scottish downpours sought for training autonomous cars to drive in bad weather. The sound of music helped supports many people’s mental health during lockdowns. Is your headphone use making you feel lonelier and more isolated from other humans?

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Earth's critical ocean system 'on the brink of collapse'

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:09:55 GMT

Climate scientists report the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation, which helps moderates Earth’s temperature, is at its weakest in 1,600 years and is reaching a tipping point that could devastate the long-term health of our planet - we speak to Dr Niklas Boers, of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. Meet former paratrooper Jon Noble, an Iraq war veteran left paralysed who’s been given a new lease of life thanks to a robotic arm. Hacking: Senators seek sanctions against countries harbouring cybercriminals. Space: Astronomers spy an ‘ocean world’ outside of our Solar System and rocky planet with half the mass of Venus just 35 light years away. Could too much self-control could hinder athletes’ performance? How a Norfolk parish inspired the naming of Colneyvirus, a bacteria-eating virus that could help overcome people’s resistance to antibiotics.

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Diabetes: Scientists trial 'artificial pancreas' run by your smartphone

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 12:00:56 GMT

Researchers at Cambridge’s Institute of Metabolic Science say the automated portable device, worn externally, can help people living with both type 2 diabetes and kidney failure by more effective reduction of blood sugar levels. You’re spending a third of your waking life glued to TV and streaming. How an anti-snoring machine is reducing the need to give Covid patients invasive mechanical ventilation. Child safety alert over cheap, unbranded toys bought online. The Ether cryptocurrency neared two-month high ahead of major blockchain protocol change. Major study finds ageing societies ‘afford more advantages to men than women’. From D-Day spying to keeping tabs on China...UK opens first space command HQ in Buckinghamshire.

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Activision Blizzard: Top boss leaves Call of Duty firm amid ‘bro culture’ scandal

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 11:59:44 GMT

The creators of World of Warcraft say J Allen Brack left to “pursue new opportunities”, which comes amid a lawsuit against the tech firm alleging sexism and harassment in the workplace. Bitcoin and beyond: SEC chief Gary Gensler calls on Congress to help rein in crypto ‘Wild West’. How microwaves can be used to blast away Covid in ambulances much faster than disinfectant. MoD pays ‘ethical hackers’ undisclosed sums to find flaws in bid to avoid cyberattacks. Could cheap Covid drug help women combat heavy periods? Just a small increase air pollution is being linked to heightened dementia risk. Oxford vaccine co-creator Dame Sarah Gilbert among superstar STEM women immortalised with a new Barbie doll.

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Google teased a glimpse of the Pixel 6 with updated AI

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 12:12:59 GMT

Google has teased a glimpse of its upcoming Pixel 6 smartphone featuring AI updates and a chunky camera bar reminiscent of a Noughties-era Nokia to house sensors and lenses. The entire city of Wuhan in China is to be tested for coronavirus, and two large international news agencies have been hired by Twitter to combat misinformation. Shares in two of China’s biggest online gaming firms have slipped after a state media outlet called them “electronic drugs” and “spiritual opium”, a campaign to help parents better understand online safety issues has been launched with the backing of video gaming giant Electronic Arts, the UK's NHS Covid-19 app is being updated so fewer contacts will be instructed to isolate, and, Olympic champion Tom Daley has joined a call for donations to fund a “groundbreaking” trial of a cannabis-based drug to treat an aggressive form of cancer.

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Zoom reaches $85M settlement in ‘Zoombombing’ user privacy case

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:07:21 GMT

The video conferencing giant Zoom has agreed to pay $85 million and improve security to settle a lawsuit claiming it violated user privacy by sharing personal data with Facebook, Google and LinkedIn. Artificial intelligence set to assist screening for breast cancer. Afterpay: Twitter founder Jack Dorsey in Australia’s biggest buyout. Watchdog rejects Blue Origin protest over Nasa lunar contract. Musk says “Epic is right” as SpaceX tycoon takes sides in battle with Apple. Plastic creates ‘evolutionary trap’ for young sea turtles trying to survive their early years, and, listen to four huge coal-fired power station cooling towers being demolished.

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Space chief on UK’s first “spaceport” and eco impact of its rocket launch

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:00:43 GMT

Britain is a step closer to opening its first ‘spaceport’, and while there won’t be humans aboard a converted Virgin 747 just yet, it will take off with a satellite-carrying rocket strapped to it for release into low-earth orbit. International Space Station made wonky by botched Russian module docking. Pandemic shopping: You really have been paying more online. Israel tells France it’s looking into claims NSO spyware was used against President Macron. Research finds dramatic difference in body fat between rich and poor children. Doctors are reporting 99% of pregnant women admitted to hospital with Covid-19 are unvaccinated. Internet users not yet ready to give up Rickrolling as craze hits a billion views.

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Space: Mystery flashing light found behind a supermassive black hole 800 million light years away

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:06:52 GMT

Astronomers from Stanford University say they have detected light behind a black hole deep in space for the first time after telescopes picked up “luminous echoes” 800 million light years away. Tsunami warning after earthquake hits Alaskan peninsula. Top meteorologists are warning the United Kingdom could swelter with summers over 40C on a ‘regular basis’ despite efforts to fight global warming. Sony reveals it has sold more than 10 million PlayStation 5 consoles. White House calls on America’s critical companies to boost cyber defences. Former eBay security boss over jailed for cyber-stalking company critics. Could the 890 million-year-old sponge fossil be the earliest animal life?

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Biden: Future cyberattacks could spark ‘real shooting war’ on US

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:55:28 GMT

President Joe Biden’s warning a future cyberattack on the United States could spark what he describes as a “real shooting war” with a “major power” after a series of attacks on major US targets affecting national infrastructure. Child sex abuse imagery fuelled by predators coercing children, warn Internet Watch Foundation. MPs to probe Government approach to tackling internet harm in Online Safety Bill. Experts fear Covid-19 restriction relaxation improves vaccine resistance. Could trendy Japanese natto beans help boost body’s fight against Covid infection? Amphibious Swedish airlift helps doomed frogs flourish in England again. This app tells you if your pet is not feline like the cat’s whiskers.

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Did virtual tech during the pandemic make some feel ‘lonelier’?

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:10:26 GMT

Research suggests older people relying on purely online contact during the pandemic actually made them feel lonelier as a result. Bitcoin leaps 12% to test recent peaks as ether hits three-week high. Hunt’s on for meteor after five-second light show leaves Norwegians awestruck. There’s more plastic in your seafood than you realise. Broadband issues hit 15 million customers last year amid pandemic WFH reliance. Smart speaker tool alerts users to home appliance product recalls. Back to the Noughties as Nokia announces revamped 6310 keypad phone for £50.

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A like is not enough: Zuckerberg plots future Facebook ‘metaverse’

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:11:28 GMT

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg says he wants to turn the social network into an all-enveloping virtual world so users spend even more time inside its walled garden. Boeing's Starliner space capsule to attempt second uncrewed test flight to space station. How satellites are monitoring Earth’s ‘breathing’ from hundreds of miles up. South Korea vows crackdown on crypto tax dodgers to help fund rising welfare bill. Author Jeanette Winterson says AI will soon be clever enough able to write fiction stories. Cholesterol in middle aged ‘linked to Alzheimer’s more than 10 years later’. Now Britain is blasted by lightning and flash floods to break heatwaveJoy as trapped seagull hunting easy food is freed from behind car’s engine grille.

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The European Space Agency on their Transformers-like Quantum satellite

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 12:09:01 GMT

We speak to the European Space Agency about the Eutelsat Quantum, with on-board software that can be reconfigured depending on data demand. Nasa scientists have calculated how thick the crust of Mars is - and the result might surprise you. Could daily Covid-19 testing of pupils be ‘just as effective' at controlling transmission as isolation? Ofcom says telecoms firms must do more to support people struggling to pay mobile and internet bills. Reddit, is that you? Twitter trials suspiciously familiar ‘upvote’ and ‘downvote’ buttons. Millions of English households are suffering from overheating as summers get hotter - what can be done? Newly-hatched pterosaurs may have been able to fly fresh out of the egg - with better flight acrobatics than adults.

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Celebrity Twitter hack: 22-year-old British man held in Spain

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 12:01:09 GMT

Following an FBI and Secret Service probe, police in Spain say the suspect was arrested over the hacking of 130 celebrity Twitter accounts, including Kanye West, Barack Obama and Elon Musk. Bitcoin u-turn for Musk as tycoon says Tesla may take crypto-for-cars after all. Nasa’s Perseverance Mars rover is revving up its drills for first rock sample mission. Progress stalls on getting people moving as millions die from inactivity. Social media audio app Clubhouse is now open to all without an invite. Extreme weather: listen to hail stones ‘the size of golf balls’ smashing through a British family’s conservatory roof. Stinky Bay and Crazy Mary’s Hole among gloriously ribald names helping plot a new Ordnance Survey map of Britain.

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China suffers floods after biblical rains - worst in 1,000 years.

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:06:33 GMT

Large parts of Henan province in China have been submerged, with at least a dozen people dead in Zhengzhou and thousands evacuated. EU chiefs want to make Bitcoin transfers easier to trace with new ID checks. Top lawyers want tough new rules making Airdrop ‘cyberflashing’ a sexual offence. China pushes back against Microsoft hacking claims over plundering of company email inboxes...but is coy with evidence. Eating red and processed meat ‘increases risk of heart disease’. Secret dig in English countryside finds rare Jurassic starfish 60 miles from seaside. Lockdown pet problems: RSCPA dealing with influx of guinea pigs.

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Blue Origin: Wally Funk's 60-year space dream comes true

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:11:05 GMT

The history-making aviator’s biographer on Funk’s boundless enthusiasm and why her rocket mission is many decades overdue. Jeff Bezos says he’s ‘ready not nervous’ for Blue Origin space trip. Hubble’s technical trouble is fixed to bring space mega-telescope back online. Please don’t delete vital NHS Covid app to dodge ‘pings’, urges pandemics expert. Long-distance drone deliveries to your home are being plotted. And, pay-by-fingerprint with this biometric credit card.

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Warning for vulnerable on ‘freedom day’ as Covid-19 cases explode

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:59:01 GMT

As Covid restrictions are lifted in England and revellers queue at midnight to get into nightclubs, Macmillan says one-in-five cancer patients fear being unable to return to normal life amid rising infection rates. NHS App that displays vaccine status hits milestone of 10 million users. Last-minute training for Blue Origin’s civilian crew ahead of suborbital blastoff. Israeli tech firm’s spyware ‘used to target journalists’ smartphones’. Crypto crackdown: Binance ditches ‘stock tokens’ amid global tightening of laws. Drone swarms operated by UK commandos go underwater and through the air in combat training. Vaccine drive: Cornish choristers raise cash for 10,000 jabs.

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Pandemic ‘has long way to run’, warns Professor Chris Whitty amid new lockdown fear

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 12:14:01 GMT

As the United Kingdom prepares to unlock on the 19th July and record numbers of Britons get their jabs, Professor Whitty is urging caution amid concerns about a “vaccine escape variant”. Half of first wave Covid-19 hospital patients developed a complication, study reveals. ‘I’d delete my harmful social media if I didn’t need it for work’, says Brit winner Celeste. Blue Origin blast-off: teen takes place of mystery $28 million passenger. Nasa warns ‘wobbly moon’ will spark increased floods in US coastal cities. Motion of the ocean...scientists are recording Earth’s ‘pulse’ on seabed. Battle of analogue vs digital as WWII Spitfire plane takes on F1 ace Max Verstappen.

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Hubble's in trouble: Nasa toils to fix the space telescope

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:00:40 GMT

The super-spyglass, launched in 1990, is in trouble after a software crash - and it’s not like you can turn it off and on again. Alexa, take me to sub orbit...Bezos to make history with pilotless Blue Origin space flight. Fears that fewer people who’ve had Covid-19 are getting their vaccine. Well that was Fleeting...user apathy means Twitter’s disappearing posts feature is gone. Young web users being trained to spot online disinformation. Keeping your brain active may delay dementia by five years. Archaeologists identify 9th Century cave house as Anglo-Saxon saint’s des res.

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Mystery over $70 million ransomware gang’s web disappearance

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:59:34 GMT

Both the ransom website for victims to deposit bitcoin and the blog by the gang known as REvil are now offline...days after a phone call between Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin. Alcohol is being linked to more than 740,000 new cancer cases. High blood sugar levels raise heart attack risk by ‘reprogramming the body’s stem cells. Do not flush that fish...unwanted pets morph into giant problem for US lake. Fastly fiasco: now Bank of England wants a cloud computing crackdown. Branson’s launchpad bike ride was fake news, Virgin Galactic admits. Grunts of happiness as seal wounded by plastic disk around neck released back to wild.

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UK police seize bitcoin worth £294 million in gang probe

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:57:10 GMT

London’s Metropolitan Police say they’ve now made two record cryptocurrency seizures worth the equivalent of more than $400 million after receiving intelligence about the transfer of criminal assets.

SolarWinds hack: now firm says unknown hackers exploited new security flaw. ID verification call on social media to stamp out online abuse. Welcome to Branson’s orbiting hotel...Virgin tycoon raises prospect of lunar inn. Aviation authorities approve Blue Origin's licence for human space travel ahead of Bezos flight. First baby beaver born on English moor in four centuries. ‘Like new’ Super Mario 64 game sells for record $1.5 million at auction.

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Sir Richard Branson hails ‘magical’ flight to edge of space...amid fears of environmental toll

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:58:23 GMT

Sir Richard Branson has hailed the “magical” experience of flying to the edge of space aboard Virgin Galactic’s first fully crewed flight, but eco campaigners are concerned about its carbon footprint. Amazon restores service after thousands of customer complaints over global outage. Chinese tech firms with one million-plus users must have a government ‘security review’. Why are tech giants buying up millions of Covid jabs? Twitter is appointing a ‘grievance officer’ in India to comply with new government rules. Jupiter mystery: how scientists cracked 40-year-old investigation into planet’s x-ray bursts.

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Flying sports car: the pilot on driving science fiction into reality

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:00:19 GMT

Professor Stefan Klein has turned science fiction into reality by designing and flying his prototype AirCar - he tells us what it feels like to drive and pilot a real-like Transformer. Prostate cancer: study finds new drug combination attacks disease on two fronts. Covid-related tweets have topped 112 million in UK during pandemic. A Scottish company’s mission to sweep up 50-year-old space junk. More over 50s wanted for the tech sector but they’ll need to skill-up. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is backing the right-to-repair your device instead of buying new. Sainsbury’s is no longer selling CDs and DVDs in the supermarket.

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Does Trump’s big tech lawsuit make any legal sense?

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:08:14 GMT

Former US President Donald Trump is suing tech giants Google, Twitter and Facebook, claiming that he is the victim of censorship - but law experts are saying the legal paperwork is hard to work out. Twitter’s under court order to reveal clear details about its anti-hate speech strategy. How China’s ‘midnight patrols’ use face scanning to check young gamers are tucked up in bed. Groups of men watching football cited in more positive Covid results. Is global warming changing the shape of our brains and bodies? Climate crisis: North America’s killer heatwave ‘virtually impossible without climate change’. You can help cancer scientists with their research by playing an online game.

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Pentagon scraps Trump’s $10 billion ‘Jedi’ contract with Microsoft

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:58:04 GMT

The US Defence Department has cancelled its $10 billion Jedi cloud-computing project, reversing the Trump-era award to Microsoft. China’s WeChat deletes university LGBT+ accounts amid gay content censorship fears. China reveals rocket plan to bump asteroids posing Earth safety risk. British Airways reaches confidential settlement in massive data-breach compensation claim. It’s-A Clear, Mario! Nintendo unveils upgraded Switch with OLED screen. Santa’s home sizzles as Lapland records hottest day in over a century. Henry, is that you? Why the human brain sees faces on inanimate objects.

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View to an AI kill: Robot software deployed by British Army

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:56:29 GMT

Artificial Intelligence has been used by British soldiers for the first time during a live-firing drill in Estonia. Global ransomware attack: 1,500 businesses feared hit. Diamonds are for 2.7 billion years as ancient gems reveal Earth’s time capsule. Israel sees drop in Pfizer vaccine protection but effectiveness in stopping hospitalisations. Twitter loses legal protection over Indian users’ tweets in High Court libel drama. Mini-submarines will hunt for Antarctic explorer Shackleton’s doomed Endurance ship. Smart foam ‘skin’ lets robot repair itself when injured.

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Hackers suspected of global ransomware attack make $70m dark web demand

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 11:58:32 GMT

Cybercriminals who allegedly orchestrated mass extortion hitting hundreds of companies 'gained access to networks through a Miami IT firm'. Amazon boss Jeff Bezos steps down with $199 billion fortune to focus on space race. Aspirin ‘could cut mortality risk in cancer patients by 20 per cent’. Single bout of exercise may help protect against bone cancer, study suggests. China orders Didi rideshare app download suspension over ‘illegal harvesting of user data’. Researchers hail ‘life changing’ treatment for painful skin condition. Social media platform TikTok is tripling maximum allowed video length from one to three minutes.

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World's leading women target big tech over social media abuse action

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:06:58 GMT

American tennis legend Billie Jean King, former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard, along with British actresses Thandiwe Newton and Emma Watson are among women urging Facebook, Google, TikTok and Twitter to tackle harassment. WHO chief warns of fresh Covid wave in Europe amid spike in cases. Climate emergency: Antarctic heat hits record temperature. Israeli PI charged in global hacker-for-hire scheme wants plea deal. Student designs lifesaving high-tech device to rapidly stop blood loss from stab wounds. Where there’s muck there’s...perfectly preserved 230 million-year-old beetles found in dinosaur dung. Rare white puffin spotted on remote Scottish island.

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Billionaire space battle: Branson vs Musk in satellite race

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:57:16 GMT

Virgin Orbit has launched its space mothership Cosmic Girl and a rocket to successfully blasted seven CubeSats into orbit, but he’s playing catchup with Musk’s Starlink. Avoid contact with pet cat or dog if you have Covid-19, say experts. In their 17,000mph lab, astronauts on board International Space Station demonstrate genome editing. How an AI-powered app could help cut NHS waiting lists for patients with chronic breathing problems. Why a unique Amazon eagle faces being starved into extinction. Sir Tim Berners-Lee sells web source code as an NFT for $5.4 million.

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SpaceX launch fail: Musk in a spin as chopper enters danger zone

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:00:42 GMT

Elon isn’t happy: SpaceX had to reschedule its latest launch after a helicopter flew into the rocket’s restricted area - with just seconds before blast-off. A top British police chief says big tech are not investing in technology to prevent abusers sharing of indecent images of children. Dinosaurs may have already been in decline up to 10 million years before their extinction. Black holes eating neutron stars “like Pac-Man” have been detected. Remains of a 5,000-year-old plague-carrying hunter-gatherer has been found. The humanoid robot ‘Pepper’ has been “paused”’, and, a new ‘smart cane’ has been unveiled for the visually impaired.

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Crypto gangs duped gamers to steal $2 million in mining heist

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:04:45 GMT

Anti-virus firm Avast are saying cybercriminals have been loading up smash hit games with crypto-mining malware Crackonosh. But what is it?

Apple have released a list of products that may pose a risk to your pacemaker. Twitter faces another problem in India over police complaint over a controversial map. Scientists say the clouds on Venus are “too dry” for human life to exist. A new interactive map of deposits of minerals is being launched to help make smartphones. And, astronomers spot a new type of supernova in the sky.

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Binance respond after UK crypto ban

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:00:10 GMT

The world’s biggest crypto-exchange responds after being hit with a ‘regulated activities’ ban by Britain’s financial watchdog.. Microsoft’s customer service tools were compromised by the same Solarwinds hackers. The price of the Origins of the Web NFT has soared as we approach a closing sale. How a new spinal implant could put a stop to severe pain and invasive treatment. Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic flights are even closer. The Mobile World Congress returns to Barcelona, and, meet the woman known as a ‘Human Swan’.

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Microsoft Windows 11: All you need to know

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:59:48 GMT

Microsoft’s made it official! Windows 11 is on its way and it’s being broadly well received by users with features including the ability to bring Android Apps onto your PC. But, some are shocked at its size... A Kent University study has given a date to the origin of coronavirus. A star is born: astronomers pinpoint when light first came to the universe. Fake reviews: are Amazon and Google UK doing enough to stop them? A 140,000 year old skull and jaw discovery could shed new light on human evolution, The Duke of Cambridge announces a date for the inaugural Earthshot Prize, and, find out why T-Rex is even cooler.

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McAfee death: Letter ‘Q’ on Instagram sparks conspiracy theories

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:58:40 GMT

As social media fills with conspiracy, Catalan authorities insist “everything indicates” John McAfee took his own life. A giant letter “Q" on Instagram sparked some to believe it was referencing the QAnon theory. Despite the leaks, Microsoft will unveil Windows 11 today, a UK Overseas Territory rich with wildlife – home to carnivorous ducks and albatrosses - is now getting a protected status, the European Space Agency’s call out for new astronauts attracted more than 22,000 hopefuls, a British company’s developed a system to detect coronavirus in airports, the US “seized” 33 news sites which it claims were Iranian government propaganda channels, and, Rembrandt’s painting ‘The Night Watch’ has been restored by AI.

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Spy hero Alan Turing is the first LGBT person on a UK banknote

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:01:24 GMT

A giant artwork of Alan Turing’s been installed at the heart of the UK’s spy base HQ as the wartime hero becomes the first LGBT person to appear on a banknote. Turing is considered the father of computer science and his work cracking the Nazi Enigma code helped bring the Second World War to an end. Amazon’s takeover of the iconic MGM movie studio may have hit a snag. New Twitter scheme could allow creators charge fans for extra content. An air purifier is in hot water with the UK’s advertising watchdog over a Covid commercial. More than a hundred baby squids are travelling through space to the ISS, but why? Tinder’s making moves with ‘Hot takes’, and, Mongoose mothers don’t know who their children are.

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China’s gone harder in crypto bank crackdown

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 11:58:17 GMT

China wants to take tougher action on the illegal trading and mining of crypto with banks being told to stop supporting transactions. World Hydrography Day: One fifth of the world’s entire seabed has now been mapped. Researchers say negative political social media posts will more likely go viral over supportive ones. Has the re-introduction of Tasmanian devils to an island backfired? An online scam victim support tool is now available on Twitter. Signalling 2024: The London underground is getting 4G mobile coverage throughout the network, and, fancy a bit of nostalgia? Find out how Final Fantasy IX is being resurrected.

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Snapchat, TikTok, Reddit and YouTube encourage young people to get vaccinated

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:00:36 GMT

After what’s being hailed a “phenomenal” success in getting young people into vaccination centres, Snapchat, Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube are partnering up with the UK Government and NHS to get more young adults jabbed. The first person in the world to receive a covid vaccine has been reflecting on her moment in history. The team behind a crewless AI repeat of the Mayflower’s journey to the US are vowing not to give up after their ship had to turn back at the weekend. Boris Johnson says a new National Science and Technology Council will cement the UK’s place as a “science superpower”. Nasa’s still trying to figure out what’s wrong with the Hubble telescope. Activists have been demonstrating outside London’s Science Museum over its decision to accept sponsorship from an oil firm. And, could a Gaelic-speaking voice assistant be on its way?

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China’s space station is go, next stop the moon

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:00:26 GMT

China’s CCTV channel captured the moment three Chinese astronauts docked at the Tiangon Space Station. The state are building their own space station because the US won’t let them work with NASA. Meanwhile, China’s teaming up with Russia to construct a base on the moon called the International Lunar Research Station. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s “deeply concerned” about the misuse of facial recognition tech in public places. Using AI Spotify’s bought a start-up that creates preview clips of podcasts. You’re not on the list: Why Bruce Springsteen’s barred those with the AstraZeneca jab from his gigs. Paleontologists discover a GIANT rhino (heavier than four African elephants), Facebook’s Oculus Quest is getting a big update, And...Tamagotchi is making a comeback!

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China’s first crewed space mission in 5 years blasts off!

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:00:42 GMT

China’s first crewed mission to space in five years has launched from the Gobi desert. Three astronauts are heading to the Tianhe space station, but what will they be doing up there? Could a group of cells found in a human baby embryo be the reason why some pregnancies fail? El Salvador’s hit a bitcoin roadblock with The World Bank. Following Apple, Amazon’s own app store will also take a smaller cut from their independent app developers. Researchers warn thousands of mobile health apps have “serious problems with privacy”. Clean Air Day: how can we encourage motorists to go electric? And, a charity re-introduces the 1000th dormouse to the wild.

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Has Microsoft’s Windows 11 been leaked?

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:58:47 GMT

Details of Microsoft’s next operating system appear to have been leaked - days ahead of its official launch. We take a look at what’s out there. Doctors experimenting with a Covid-19 treatment called Regeneron say it could save lives. You can now get your hands on Amazon’s own coronavirus testing kit used by their employees during the pandemic. Scientists say Killer Whales have best friends just like us. Student privacy battle: non-profit urges US schools and colleges to stop filming students during exams. Nintendo’s teasing us again with a trailer for Zelda’s sequel to Breath of the Wild. And, good buoy: a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy centre opens for post-op pups.

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The origins of the internet are being put for auction as an NFT

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 11:58:56 GMT

The inventor of the World Wide Web’s putting the original files that created the global network up for auction as an NFT. Sir Tim Berners-Lee’s digitally signing source code documents written by himself three decades ago. Why top scientists have welcomed the UK government’s decision to delay so-called “freedom day” in England. The boss of LinkedIn says businesses’ are more sympathetic, with an increase in “remote working” on job descriptions. China’s first space station crew are preparing for lift off this week from the Gobi desert. Apple’s iOS 15 privacy controls should make data protection easier for users. Businesses are not doing enough to protect the public from ransomware attacks, says a top UK cybersecurity firm, and, how fantasy football has kicked off in crypto.

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Sea of Thieves S3 is coming with Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 12:00:03 GMT

Sea of Thieves fans...Season 3 is on its way with a Disney Pirates of the Caribbean spin-off, in a new free expansion of the game coming June 22nd. Microsoft showed off Halo Infinite’s multiplayer action at the E3 2021 event, plus even gave a release date. Repairing damage: WhatsApp push out their massive encryption campaign. Amazon’s cloud gaming service Luna’s being made available to Prime subscribers in the US… at least for 7 days. How a new calculator could better predict heart attacks, and, remember when we thought the Xbox X looked like a fridge? Well, now it is one.

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Space: Alert over mega-planet pinball blizzard when sun dies

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 12:00:09 GMT

Space scientists suggest four giant planets locked in orbit around their star are destined to be sent ‘pinballing’ around their solar system when this sun dies. Source code stolen by hackers from Fifa 21 gaming giant Electronic Arts. Canadian police broke law using controversial facial recognition software, regulator finds. Venus as Earth’s decoy...ESA probe will investigate if 450C planet was once habitable. Dengue fever cases cut by 77% in mosquito trial. New diagnostic test could improve survival chances for lung cancer patients. ‘CryptoPunk’ non-fungible token sells for nearly $12 million at Sotheby’s auction.

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G7: ‘Sleeping giant’ of digital eco security is critical issue says former Blair advisor

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:00:36 GMT

World leaders have touched down on British soil for this year’s G7 summit in Cornwall - we examine the key challenges. Cloud computer apologises after revealed a single person and software bug caused web meltdown that took world’s biggest websites offline. Biden ditches Trump’s attempt to ban TikTok and WeChat. Major cyberattacks in Europe doubled during pandemic. Elephant herd packed their trunks and off they went across China - but why?

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Bitcoin tax bomb ahead as crypto approved as legal tender

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:00:17 GMT

Bitcoin’s at a three-week low amid signs of investor caution, as America’s IRS wants more tax transparency and El Salvador backs bitcoin as currency. No TikTok on your government-issue phone, says Senate in new China tech bill. Colonial123? Mystery of single password that let hackers into Colonial Pipeline’s mainframe. Britain goes online...but what were they peaking at in 2020? ‘Glastonbury-style’ surge for vaccine bookings as over-25s jam NHS booking service in scramble for jabs. Alzheimer’s research: scientists say brain’s immune cells ‘could hold the key to slowing progression’ of disease. Mars technicians plans to run off a reusable space rocket on a 3D printer.

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Major internet outage takes websites around the world offline

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 12:00:50 GMT

Multiple international websites including the British government’s main .gov site, PayPal, Reddit and media outlets were hit with a massive outage. Apple WWDC event: Chinese users lose out on privacy and tracking features under communist laws. ‘Block emails from boss’ feature among upcoming Apple software updates. Colonial Pipeline hack: most of $4.4m Bitcoin ransom recovered - but value lost in crypto crash. Bezos bros to blast-off on Blue Origin’s first human flight. AI ‘may be able to calculate Covid-19 variant death risk’. How tiny creatures were cryogenically frozen in permafrost for 24,000 years. Biggest dinosaur ever found in Australia was 100ft long.

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China crackdown blocks crypto social media accounts

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:00:25 GMT

A string of crypto-related accounts on China’s Twitter-like Weibo platform were blocked over the weekend, as Beijing stepped up a crackdown on bitcoin trading and mining. Cancer breakthrough: new drug ‘stabilises 90% of rare tumour type’. YouTuber Logan Paul goes boxing distance over eight rounds with Floyd Mayweather - and walked on wearing rare Pokémon card. Facebook and Amazon told to pay their way for Covid relief by G7 finance chiefs - but could loopholes scupper big settlements? Virtual stickers show if online lonely hearts have been Covid vaccinated. How an organic future farm startup smashed its crowdfunding target to boost biodiversity and help us eat better.

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Sonic Boom! Supersonic passenger flights are coming...

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 11:49:26 GMT

Sonic booms are set to ring out above us once more as supersonic flights will be here by the end of the decade, according to United Airlines. Arctic sea ice is ‘thinning up to twice as fast as previously thought’. Twitter finally launches ‘undo tweet’ option – but you will have to pay to use it. Charlie Bit My Finger NFT sale pays for sending brothers to university. Puppies are born ready to communicate with people, research suggests. And, causing a stir online - Freddo, is that you? a very cute ‘chocolate frog’ discovered in Papua New Guinea jungle by scientists.

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Nasa desires Venus missions to explore hottest planet

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 12:00:34 GMT

Two research trips are planned to the solar system’s hottest planet where the 500C temperatures can melt lead. Squid and ‘water bears’ are being blasted up to the International Space Station to understand rocket flight effects on humans. From the Desk of Donald J Trump is no more as ex-President’s blog is shut down. Biden to face off with Putin IRL over ransomware threat. A psychiatric drug may prevent bowel cancer, researchers say. The world’s lakes are ‘losing oxygen rapidly due to global warming’. A study finds echolocation can help blind people navigate everyday tasks.

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Dogecoin price explodes as joke crypto hits Coinbase mainstream

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:01:00 GMT

The meme’s cryptocurrency’s price explodes by 20 per cent after Coinbase adds the token its professional trading platform. Panic at 13 million feet as ISS robot arm hit by space junk. President Biden to suspend Trump’s Arctic drilling leases in Alaska. World’s largest meatpacker points finger at Russian hackers in cyberattack amid BBQ shortage fears. One week for Amazon US customers to opt out of mass wireless sharing ‘surveillance’ network. Selling something on eBay? You can no longer use PayPal from today. Robot dog working with a human colleague helps experts understand dangerous environments.

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Climate change: Thousands of heat-related deaths worldwide every year

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:00:33 GMT

Scientists say data from 43 countries reveals shocking relationship between man-made global warming and the risk of death from extreme heat. Nasa reveals a fresh peek into the heart of the Milky Way. Cyberpunk maker reports slump in quarterly profit amid Playstation Store ban. Is new Tesla camera-based software monitoring drivers using Autopilot feature? TikTok given a month to respond to claims of EU consumer rights breaches. Twitter experiment finds correcting misinformation makes problem worse.

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AI plots biggest space map of dark matter by bending light across universe

Fri, 28 May 2021 12:00:47 GMT

Space researchers have created the largest map of the invisible material making up 80 per cent of the universe. US Senate pushes forward sweeping tech bill aimed at curbing China. Code reveals Twitter plans $3 fee for new Blue subscription that could include ‘undo’ feature. No mirror needed to signal and manoeuvre as robot cars join real traffic for first time. Eight million people died from smoking in one year - as record numbers take up habit. Street art murals brought to life, Back to the Future-style, using face-swap tech. Splat! How your bugs squished on your licence plate are helping survey rare insect populations.

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Microsoft chief: AI surveillance like Orwell’s 1984 could be three years away

Thu, 27 May 2021 12:00:08 GMT

The tech giant’s president fears automated spying on private citizens if politicians do not get to grips with the march of artificial intelligence. Facebook to take action against users repeatedly sharing misinformation as Biden’s spies hunt Covid source. QAnon slogans are disappearing from mainstream sites, say researchers. German scientists claim to have solved Covid vaccine blood-clot puzzle. Climate crisis boiling point as world nears maximum working temperature. Police investigate ‘arson attack’ at Tesla’s German Gigafactory. Scientists hail ‘entirely new and promising way’ to combat heart failure. Stephen Hawking’s office and archive saved for the nation...including his Simpsons script.

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China’s AI emotion detection cameras breach Uyghurs’ human rights, say campaigners

Wed, 26 May 2021 12:00:31 GMT

Human rights advocates express shock as a probe shows authorities in Xinjiang are using advanced software, sensors and lenses to probe a prisoner’s emotional state. Plasma power of a “fake star” could charge future gadgets after scientists discover cooling system. White House boosts pipeline cyber protections in Colonial hack fallout. Norway urged to cancel ‘cruel’ minke whale hearing experiments. Meme stocks are back as GameStop jumps more than 16 per cent. US high school photoshopped yearbook photos to preserve ‘modesty’ of female students. First Tasmanian Devils born in the wild of Australia mainland in 3,000 years.

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Fortnite maker vs Apple – judge hears closing arguments in explosive legal drama

Tue, 25 May 2021 12:00:35 GMT

A case centring on App Store charges could result in a landmark legal ruling affecting users’ value for money. Russia warns Google has 24 hours to delete banned content in Kremlin row. Police officers target Twitter’s India office over social media flagged as “manipulated”. Blind man’s vision partially restored by light-activated gene therapy and algae cells. Big tech’s ‘deplatforming’ of politicians has been banned by a US state governor. After 880 million views and 14 years on YouTube, ‘Charlie bit my finger’ is deleted but lives on as £500,000 non-fungible token. If you hate the sound of chewing, a study finds it could be because of your brain’s ‘supersensitive’ wiring.

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Crypto crash: Bitcoin recovery stalls as China orders halt to digital mining

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:00:16 GMT

Cryptocurrencies fight to recover after a weekend of applause from Tesla boss Elon Musk was unable to counteract selling pressure and China’s crackdown on Bitcoin mining. India tells social media companies: don’t name variant after our country. A shot at love...White House partners with Tinder to encourage vaccination. Branson’s Virgin Galactic rocket plane flies to edge of space. Robot paramedic used for first time to carry out chest compressions in ambulance. Look to the heavens this month to be wowed by a “super moon”. Scientists hope new tool to find alien life could be packed on future space missions. Study shows dogs can be trained to sniff out coronavirus with 94% accuracy.

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Fed’s crypto crackdown: save some of those epic gains for tax

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:00:12 GMT

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell is turning up the heat on cryptocurrencies amid tax and capital gains reform proposals. Apple boss Tim Cook due to make historic court appearance in blockbuster Fortnite payments trial. Talking on the Moon...phone network planned for lunar explorers. British spy chief accuses Facebook of giving a “free pass” to terrorists over encryption plans. Professor Danielle George, president of the IET, on why your modern lifestyle owes everything to the wonders of AC power. Co-working startup WeWork reports $2 billion loss ahead of stock market debut. After launching in 1995, it’s goodbye to Internet Explorer as Microsoft’s browser is retired.

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$4.4m bitcoin ransom sent to pipeline hack gang

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:59:29 GMT

The boss of Colonial Pipeline says the firm sent the cryptocurrency to cybercriminals amid fears about how long the shutdown crippling its US East Coast network might last. Air taxi! New rules could allow futuristic flying cabs by 2024. Leaky and poor battery life...Apple Powerbeats 2 earbuds customers get compensation payout. Space telescope with a utilitarian name reveals iron and nickel in comets 300 million miles from Sun. Linux, is that you? Google’s Android software gets a new look that lets users forget the past. Deep drill: earthquake researchers bore five miles through the ocean floor to set a new depth record. Royal College of Art study participants give thumbs up to using extra 3D-printed digit for greater efficiency.

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Elon Musk impersonated by crypto-scammers in multi-million bitcoin fraud

Wed, 19 May 2021 12:00:32 GMT

Consumers tempted to try and turn a quick profit in the highly volatile crypto space are being warned to stay alert to a growing number of scams with pretend celebrity backing. I’m ‘flattered’ but the SolarWinds hack wasn’t us, says Russia’s spy chief. Meet Hubble’s successor - the James Webb Space Telescope is set to become the most powerful spyglass in the cosmos. The Terminator’s back to fight management speak: Arnold Schwarzenegger tells British Cabinet minister ‘no one knows what COP stands for'. Why smuggled coral seized by customs now grow at London Zoo. Drone ‘Mayflower’ boat will retrace Plymouth Pilgrims’ transatlantic voyage from England to America. A Grand Theft Auto V player speedran the whole game in nine hours - without being hit once.

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Online pornography: Meet the father fighting for age access checks

Tue, 18 May 2021 12:00:48 GMT

Campaigner Ioannis Dekas has joined forces with YouTuber Ava Vakil in a legal bid for age verification so children can't watch adult content. Milky Way galaxy’s birthday is now super-accurate thanks to new dating method. Influencer Jake Paul investigated over Instagram post of “illegal driving” on beach protecting endangered turtles. Artificial intelligence uses time and weather data to predict out-of-hospital heart attack risk. A study reveals how a mother’s genetics can influence children’s height, lifespan and disease risk. Don’t mention the cones...Waymo self-driving taxi struggles to identify small hazards. And, a humanoid robot powered by AI has cut the ribbon for its own art exhibition.

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Heart disease now top cause of death in women worldwide

Mon, 17 May 2021 12:00:44 GMT

Experts are calling for urgent action to tackle cardiovascular disease and its devastating impact on female mortality. Move over Perseverance - China lands its Zhurong rover on Mars. As SpaceX plans first (nearly) orbital Starship rocket flight from Texas to Hawaii. Bitcoin bloodbath as cryptocurrency hits three-month low after Musk exit. Greenpeace probe finds dumped British household waste dumped and burned in Turkey. The $150 billion mega-merger set to shake-up Hollywood’s battle for streaming dominance. How sharks use Earth’s magnetic field as ocean-mapping GPS.

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James Charles fans sent me online death threats, claims YouTuber’s ex-producer

Fri, 14 May 2021 12:00:15 GMT

A producer who worked for internet star James Charles alleges she received online death threats after going public with her lawsuit against the beauty mogul. WhatsApp says the clock is ticking for users to accept updated privacy rules. Fossilised footprints 58 million years old reveal the earliest evidence of sea mammals. The 4.6 billion-year-old Winchcombe meteorite created during the birth of the Solar System is going on public display after raining down on an English country town. Nasa’s Perseverance rover is using its smart arm to conduct lab tests on Mars. Cryptocurrency crime is down...but be alert as new DeFi fraud hits record high. And, scientists say people with a healthier heart are better at solving logic problems and have faster reactions.

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Brain chip ‘allows paralysed man to write on screen using his brain’

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:00:41 GMT

Scientists are claiming a paralysed man has used his brain to write on a screen at speeds almost as fast as someone bashing out a text on a smartphone thanks to a computer-mind interface. Elon Musk says Tesla will no longer accept bitcoin due to fossil fuel use. Why delaying second Covid vaccine doses may save lives. How an Antarctic greenhouse is helping future astronauts grow salad on the Moon, and back on Earth - the US Environmental Protection Agency releases climate report delayed by Trump. Instagram adds pronouns option to user profiles. And, Nasa can’t keep up with demand for private space travel.

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Warning over teens getting stuck in tiny toddlers’ swings for bizarre TikTok craze

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:00:23 GMT

In TikTok weirdness, fire chiefs warn crews are being diverted from 999 life-saving calls to help free teens wedged into children’s playground swings - while their pals film. Drive for Doge? Elon Musk polls internet about accepting joke crypto to buy a Tesla car. China computer chip crisis: Apple, Google and Microsoft call for the U.S to go self-reliant. Study shows that long-term prescription medication for insomnia does not improve sleep. ‘Pay-by-palm’ touch technology now available in Amazon IRL shop, but can you really delete your biometric data? The age of Britain’s most famous naked giant has been revealed by archaeologists. And Gentoo penguins have been expressing their love with the courtship ritual of gifting pebbles.

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Millions of Apple customers could be owed cashback in App Store 'overcharging' lawsuit

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:00:05 GMT

Apple is facing a billion-pound legal claim after being accused of breaking UK competition law by “overcharging” millions of people for software in its App Store. Under-13s Instagram would be devastating for child mental health, U.S. states warn Zuckerberg. Gene therapy treatment study offers a lifeline to children without an immune system. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has confirmed that as of Monday, people in England who travel abroad will be able to use the NHS app to demonstrate they are fully vaccinated Nasa’s Osiris-Rex probe on a mission to drop an asteroid time capsule for analysis by future humans. Made in Chernobyl vodka seized by authorities, and, TikTok stole my voice for text-to-speech function, Canadian actor claims.

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Elon Musk claims SpaceX will take Dogecoin for Moon mission - but is it one big meme?

Mon, 10 May 2021 12:00:16 GMT

Elon Musk tweets his rocket company SpaceX will accept volatile joke cryptocurrency Dogecoin as payment...is it a wind-up? Huge Chinese rocket booster that sparked re-entry mystery tumbles back down to Earth. Race to bring fuel pipes back online after 100GB ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline. Clubhouse launches Android app as downloads of voice chat platform plunge. Digitised bat pathogens will help track risk of future pandemics for new museum project. Amazon says 10 billion fraudulent product listings have been blocked by e-retailer this year. Microsoft at last updates family of 26-year-old icons untouched since Windows 95.

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Spy chiefs warn smart cities are tempting targets for a hack

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:00:30 GMT

The National Cyber Security Centre warns traffic cams and parking sensors in increasingly smart cities pose a risk of being hacked in ransomware attacks. Covid-19 spreads to rural Indian villages amid oxygen shortages, vaccine production worries and new fears about strain spread to UK. Chinese rocket chaos latest: It’s due to land somewhere this weekend, but no one knows where. No masks and key workers are guests of honour at the Brit Awards 2021. How a chicken-sized desert dinosaur was a brilliant nocturnal predator thanks to its awesome hearing. Meet Deana Puccio, former top Brooklyn sex crimes prosecutor and founder of the Rap Project, who wants parents to have honest chats with their children about online risk and pornography. Mental Health Awareness Week: Just 20 minutes soaking up nature will boost mood - we speak to Go Jauntly co-founder Hana Sutch.

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Success! Musk’s monster SpaceX Starship Mars shuttle makes vertical landing

Thu, 06 May 2021 12:00:37 GMT

SpaceX has successfully managed to take off and land its SN15 vertically after four previous tests rockets were destroyed during tests. Why is meme-based cryptocurrency Dogecoin that can’t be spent anywhere soaring to all-time high? Mystery of whether Facebook’s algorithms amplified Trump’s violent rhetoric in conspiracy groups. Peloton is recalling treadmills following a child’s death. Millions of internet users have a security risk in their living room - that old router, warns a consumer watchdog. Stone Age remains of a toddler buried with a pillow nearly 80,000 years old are Africa’s oldest grave. Ant-omatic for the People...R.E.M singer helps name gender-neutral insect to celebrate human diversity.

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Is your weekly food shop killing the Amazon rainforest?

Wed, 05 May 2021 12:00:45 GMT

Supermarket bosses are threatening to boycott goods from Brazil as anger grows over land reforms feared to fuel rainforest destruction. Twitter receives record number of responses for poll on rules governing world leaders. He’s back online! Donald Trump launches new blog-esque “communications” platform. Dozens more SpaceX Starlink satellites launched amid space junk collision and light pollution concerns. Latest on China’s out-of-control space rocket - where will it land? Blue carbon: the greatest pollution-fighting process you’ve never heard of. The lion queen....London Zoo welcomes new Asiatic lioness for global breeding programme of endangered species.

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eBay sales could be made with bitcoin or even NFTs

Tue, 04 May 2021 12:00:31 GMT

After a booming weekend for crypto, eBay says customers could soon buy second-hand goods on the auction site with Bitcoin or non-fungible tokens. No pre-nup could see a record-breaking divorce settlement for Microsoft founder Bill Gates and ex-wife Melinda Gates after 27 years of marriage. 3D heart scans to give 100,000 NHS patients faster treatment amid concerns over doctor exodus fuelled by Covid work stress. Fears out-of-control Chinese rocket falling to Earth could shower cities with debris. Royal Marine turns real-life Rocketman as Navy tests gravity jet-powered flying suit. Baseball stadiums are trialing a vaccine passport to verify fans’ Covid vaccine status. Internet is hooked on wholesome ‘sign wars’ in Canadian small town.

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Ransomware hacking: World’s biggest tech firms advise detectives

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 11:58:28 GMT

Global coalition of tech firms and national security agencies calls for “aggressive and urgent” action to stop criminals hacking schools and hospitals for Bitcoin. “Don’t let your guard down” - Scientists warn immunity takes a while to develop after first Covid shot. Social media racism: Tech giants face being fined millions for failing to block abuse. This strange new Tetris keypad technique is helping retro Nintendo players break world records. Mars mishap and a scramble at Mission Control as Nasa’s Ingenuity helicopter fails to fly. World’s first airport without any IRL view of the runway - it’s all done remotely 70 miles away. Happy birthday to ‘sea level’ - the mapping standard celebrates 100 years.

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Call for ID checks on social networks to stop online abuse

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 12:00:11 GMT

Tech experts want social media users to verify with their real ID, but at what cost for those in despotic countries with human rights risks? Buzz Aldrin and Tim Peake lead tributes to Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins, who has died aged 90. Billion-year-old fossil that looks like mince could be oldest animal ever found. Dr Helen Fisher from King’s College London on her new study linking childhood air pollution exposure and poor adult mental health. Climate crisis: World’s glaciers melting faster than ever as sea levels rise at alarming pace. Time to get those pandemic bones and joints moving again amid fear of Covid-era “binge sitting”.

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Google seeks lawsuit block over iPhone ‘Safari browser data tracking’

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:00:51 GMT

Google is hoping to block a Supreme Court legal action over claims it secretly tracked millions of iPhone users’ internet activity. Podcast celebrity Joe Rogan slammed over anti-vaxx conspiracy. Self-driving cars given green light for motorways in 2021. ‘Red Dwarf’ asteroid-catcher launched by China to test future space mining missions. Journey to the Centre of the (Cornish) Earth: Super-drill inspired by Jules Verne to bore for electricity and heating. Ultra-hot flares on the Sun reveals magic of the solar heating process that keeps us warm on Earth. Radar scanners used to hunt for Genghis Khan’s tomb are deployed to save polar bears.

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Diverse Siri, extra emojis and slower battery death in Apple’s iOS update?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 12:00:49 GMT

Apple unveils a more inclusive set of Siri assistants, enhanced tracking protection and promises to stop iPhone batteries dying so fast - if you have a compatible device. Hotter than hell...scientists discover mega-planet that can vaporise metal. Shift workers more likely to test positive for Covid-19 and end up in hospital, study finds. Man buys Google for $3...and it was easier than you think. Jeff Bezos is bitter that Elon Musk has been awarded Nasa’s Moon shot contract. New Cold War space race heats up as Russia and China invite experts to join lunar HQ plans. The secret of Tyrannosaurus rex’s killer jaw grip revealed by 3D scans.

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Anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories: Science lessons strike back

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:00:13 GMT

Schools in the United Kingdom will get free teaching materials to help challenge fake news fuelling vaccine hesitancy. Why India is asking Twitter to take down tweets critical of its COVID-19 handling. Facebook and Google are ‘failing to take down scam adverts’, says consumer rights watchdog. China is building a 13,000-satellite web router mega-constellation to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink. Nasa’s little helicopter Ingenuity completes its longest mission yet on Mars. (Not so) pink supermoon set to brighten night skies. Constant gardeners are the happiest, study finds.

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Blast-off for Nasa/SpaceX rocket - with a heavy metal soundtrack

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:00:07 GMT

It's a milestone for space history as four astronauts on a Nasa/SpaceX mission to ISS are the first crew to blast off in a recycled private spacecraft. Can a Tesla car be ‘tricked’ into driving without a human on-board? The Unhurt Locker: Underwater “Telexistence” bomb disposal robots will help humans work remotely while being able to feel the fuse. Back to the Cold War for Call of Duty as shoot-em-up franchise release 80s-era Warzone update. How artificial intelligence is helping unlock the ancient mystery of Dead Sea Scrolls. Victorian-era bacteria collected by Arctic explorers is helping scientists make future medicines.

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AI posing risk to our way of life faces Europe ban

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:00:13 GMT

The European Commission wants to stop “unacceptable” robot software that manipulates human behaviour or uses “subliminal techniques”. Licence to meme: MI5 joins Instagram. Earth Day: Joe Biden to host a virtual summit with 40 world leaders to fight climate change. A climate supercomputer is being built by the UK’s Met Office weather service and Microsoft. Teenagers who are big social media users often drink more, study says. Alexa, give me a short back and sides...Amazon opens London hair salon. Rare woolly piglets born in Whipsnade Zoo’s post-lockdown baby boom.

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TikTok hit by landmark legal claim over ‘non-consensual collection of children’s data’

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:00:17 GMT

The former children’s commissioner for England launches a legal claim against TikTok over allegations it illegally collected personal data from millions of children. UK Instagram users will soon be able to filter out racist and sexist DMs. ESA astronaut ready for blast-off in recycled SpaceX capsule. Skygazers will have a chance of catching a shooting star as the annual Lyrids meteor shower is scheduled to appear. Vast underwater sea meadows are being planted to encourage seahorses to combat habitat destruction by hobby boat anchors. Tile demands US Senate competition probe into Apple over rival AirTags. Dogecoin in the doghouse as the meme-based cryptocurrency slumps after hashtag-fuelled record surge.

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What we can expect from Apple’s ‘Spring Loaded’ event

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Apple’s set to unveil a string of new devices in what some analysts are predicting will be “an action packed” event. It’s likely the tech giant will officially release its iOS 14.5, which promises to unlock an iPhone while wearing a mask through Apple Watch. Plus, Facebook and Reddit take on audio social networking-site Clubhouse, Nasa’s Ingenuity helicopter to be ‘pushed to the limit’, WHO warns a deadly Covid variant that can beat current vaccines is ‘a matter of when, not if’ and, Google makes it possible to hang out with Pac-Man or Hello Kitty in your living room.

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Nasa makes history with Ingenuity's first powered flight on Mars

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Nasa’s Ingenuity helicopter has had its Wright Brothers moment after it successfully launched off Mars. The test was the tiny helicopter’s baby step towards proving powered flight on another world. Plus, why young people who’ve previously had Covid-19 are to be deliberately re-infected with the virus, Facebook set ‘to launch audio-social products’, two men killed in Tesla, which officials say had no one at the wheel, and the Lord of the Rings MMO is officially cancelled.

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Human cells grown in monkey embryos ‘raise ethical concerns’

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:00:34 GMT

Scientists have grown human cells in monkey embryos. Researchers from the Salk Institute in California have produced what’s known as monkey-human chimeras, but some ethicists are raising concerns, saying this type of work “opens Pandora’s box to human-nonhuman chimeras”, plus previous coronavirus infection ‘doesn’t fully protect young people against reinfection’, scientists calculate how many billions of T-rexes roamed the Earth and, live 3D holograms are allowing friends kept apart to dine together again.

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Avoid catching Covid ‘by staying garlic-breath distance away from others’

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:00:52 GMT

Can you smell your friend’s breath? Then you’re probably close enough to catch Covid. That’s according to scientist Dr Julian Tang who says people should employ the "garlic-breath" test to measure if someone is too close and could transmit the virus. Plus, a study finds magic mushroom compound performs at least as well as antidepressant, the Evening Standard’s Jim Armitage on why Coinbase’s stock exchange listing is such a big deal for cryptocurrency and, scientists figure out why dinosaurs with ‘ridiculously long’ necks were able to fly.

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Ludwig Ahgren breaks Twitch record for most subscribers

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:00:47 GMT

Ludwig Ahgren has live-streamed on Twitch non-stop for 31 consecutive days. In doing so, he’s broken the platform’s record for having the most paying subscribers - hitting more than 280,000. Plus, hear what a spider web sounds like, Apple and Samsung confirm special events this month, a man sues Detroit police over his wrongful arrest based on facial recognition tech, and ‘fairy lights’ in the night sky turn out to be Starlink satellites.

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Microsoft’s $16bn takeover of AI firm behind Apple’s Siri

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:04:50 GMT

The artificial intelligence and speech tech firm behind Apple’s Siri has been bought by Microsoft for $16 billion. The purchase of Nuance Communications is the second largest in Microsoft's history. Plus, the Kent coronavirus variant 'spreads more easily, but doesn’t make you more sick,’ Japan plans to release into the sea more than a million tonnes of radioactive water, Cyberpunk 2077 ‘will sell for years to come’ and, why the latest dinosaur discovery has been dubbed ‘Monkeydactyl’.

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Nasa’s helicopter ‘safe and healthy’ as it prepares for Mars flight

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 12:00:24 GMT

Nasa’s tiny helicopter it hopes will prove powered flight on another world is possible is gearing up for its first attempt to take to the Martian skies. Ingenuity had been scheduled to fly on Monday but a tech issue during a rotor test means the Nasa team is now hoping for a Wednesday launch at the earliest. Plus, more than half of children think gaming should be part of the school curriculum, but parents aren’t so sure, Nintendo warns of a possible stock shortage of Switch consoles this year and, with the help of robotics, transforming a Transformer has finally got easier.

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Gagarin ISS anniversary launch: Astronaut describes being “catapulted” into space

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:00:04 GMT

It’s a big day in space history - marking 60 years since Russian Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space, and also 40 years since the launch of Nasa’s first space shuttle. How women are crowdsourcing their own security for protection against street predators with app SafeUp. Egyptologists announce the discovery of a 3,000-year-old royal city thought lost forever beneath the desert. Ocean study will use underwater microphones to monitor whale migration and disintegration of icebergs. Monkey tennis: Elon Musk releases video apparently showing a macaque using his brain implant controlling a video game. Twitter launches Milk Tea Alliance emoji as anti-Beijing protest movement grows.

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Twitch will ban video game streamers for ‘severe misconduct’ that happens offline

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:00:53 GMT

Twitch says it will ban users for offline offences such as child abuse, threats of mass violence or membership of “hate groups” that happen entirely away from the site. Facebook says it does not plan to notify half-billion users affected by data leak, Carbon dioxide pollution hits record high despite pandemic lockdowns, a mystery of the exoplanet born ‘far away from current location’ is zooming through deep space. Rugby player develops a tech wearable to monitor head trauma. How the Ganges river dolphin's rare hearing powers helped it fight extinction, plus scientists reconstruct oldest female DNA from remains more than 45,000 years old.

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More than 1.5 million YouTube videos violated content rules

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:00:36 GMT

The Google-owned platform says some 1.6 million out of every one billion pieces of content uploaded were flagged and deleted for sexual abuse, misinformation and hate speech. A new search tool lets Facebook users check if their data was among half a billion users hacked. The health regulator NICE says opioids should not be prescribed for phantom chronic pain. Google, Facebook and Amazon face a new regulator in a bid to curb tech giants’ dominance. The E3 gaming expo will be streamed to everyone for free this year without paywalls. Nasa’s Ingenuity mini-chopper snaps its first colour photo of Mars, and, forget smartphone map apps - a Bronze Age slab found in cellar is one of world’s oldest 3D maps.

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Facebook data hack: Latest on 533 million accounts exposed

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:00:37 GMT

Millions of social media users are being urged to keep an eye out for fishy emails and dodgy feed activity after personal account details, including phone numbers, were splurged over the internet. A five-minute breast cancer jab is being rolled out. NASA’s Mars helicopter Ingenuity survives first night in sub-zero Martian weather. Russia will use space conference to push forward plans for China moon base. Moscow extends throttling of Twitter until mid-May over Navalny protests. Sexual violence is promoted on most used pornographic websites, legal study finds. The $1 parts causing a worldwide PlayStation and Xbox chips shortage. Plus, how chemical weapons gas ended up in a Welsh landfill.

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Want to visit space? An ESA astronaut tells us what it'll take

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 12:00:11 GMT

The European Space Agency is looking for a new cohort and applications are now open. Thomas Reiter, ESA astronaut and advisor to the Director General, tells us what it’ll take to make the cut of the agency’s most diverse team yet. Plus, new evidence of meteor particles reaching Antarctica 430,000 years ago, a living robot’s been created out of frog skin cells, and coins unearthed in Rhode Island may help solve one of the planet's oldest cold cases.

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‘World’s biggest’ video game cheating gang raided by police

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:16:03 GMT

Police in China and the tech giant Tencent say they have busted $10-a-day cheating hacks ring allegedly netting $76 million for codes to games including Call of Duty and Fortnite. No intergalactic experience required: first all-civilian crew ready to buckle-up for SpaceX flight. Another super-rocket fail for Elon Musk as exploding prototype scatters debris over miles in Texas.

Rise of ‘extortionware’ as hackers seek to embarrass victims for cash. DNA can be collected from air so could help enforce social distancing, scientists discover. Fears child had finger on nuclear button as gibberish tweet by US Strategic Command sparks panic. A digital Gormley in your living room...sculpture park recreated virtually in Minecraft for those unable to visit.

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Close encounter with Earth could cause ‘asteroid quakes’ on Apophis

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:00:56 GMT

Earth’s been given the all-clear for the next century, with NASA dismissing the threat from a particularly menacing asteroid. But we’ll still have a close encounter from Apophis in 2029 and Marina Brozovic from Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory tells us it's the space rock that’ll be more likely to experience a shudder as it passes by Earth. Plus, light coming from an explosion three billion years ago has illuminated a ‘goldilocks’ black hole, long-term weightlessness causes the heart to shrink and, Donald Trump’s back - on his own terms.

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WHO report: ‘Extremely unlikely’ Covid-19 came from Wuhan lab leak

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT

The World Health Organisation says its ‘extremely unlikely’ Covid-19 came from a lab leak in Wuhan, China. The Associated Press reveals details of a leaked report from a WHO team who visited the city to study the origins of the virus. Plus, a Suez Canal video game aims to capture the ‘gargantuan’ task of freeing the boat, a mass experiment shows how music festivals post-Covid can go ahead, and Elon Musk hints at another Starship launch.

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Facebook security probe reveals China cyber spies in malware attack on US-based Uyghurs

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 13:04:02 GMT

An investigation by Facebook security researchers shows Chinese hackers used spyware to target Uyghur activists and journalists living in the United States. Twitter’s Jack Dorsey launches own online poll during Congress grilling. Six-month-old babies are youngest participants in Pfizer’s trials of children’s Covid vaccine. Rare elephant breeds being driven to extinction by ivory poachers, conservationists warn. Three-minute gadget deliveries by drone being tested. Facial recognition: 700-year-old Scottish skulls found in graveyard dig have faces reconstructed. Do not try this at home - the video game streamer online for 10 days.

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Anti-vaxxer myths: US states urge Facebook and Twitter to improve misinformation fight

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:00:26 GMT

Attorney generals for 12 US states accuse Facebook and Twitter of failing to stop misinformation spreading about coronavirus vaccines. Computer says you’re fired: union warning over rise of the AI boss. Digital self-defence classes lead online fightback for women and non-binary people. Nasa’s Mars helicopter Ingenuity has a tiny piece of Wright brothers’ first plane stowed aboard. Stop sign where no-one stops is Twitch sensation. Knights who say NFT...John Cleese hopes to make fortune from ‘absurd’ digital art token boom. Wool not pulled over medieval eyes after sheepskin discovered as anti-fraud weapon.

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Colorado mass shooting: anger over YouTube 3hr livestream

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:00:27 GMT

YouTube is being criticised for allowing a lengthy, graphic livestream of the tragedy in Boulder, Colorado, as Twitch deleted the footage. Scientists warn there’s a rising risk of wildfires in colder countries from climate change. Cyberpunk 2077 in 8K over Steam? If you’ve got the bandwidth now you can, maybe. It’s Mars or bust for SpaceX rockets by 2030, says Elon Musk. You can buy a Tesla now with bitcoin instead of olde worlde cash or credit. ‘I’m no longer a Mac’...as Noughties computer ad actor defects to PC. Get ready for District 10 as long-awaited dystopian sci-fi thriller sequel is being written right now.

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Dark web warning over Covid-19 shots and fake vaccine cards

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:59:41 GMT

Security researchers have revealed that fake vaccine cards and what are claimed to be Covid-19 shots are being offered for sale on the dark web. Nasa’s Mars helicopter Ingenuity gets first taste of Red Planet atmosphere ahead of historic maiden flight. Hot ticket: Thousands flock to see Iceland volcano eruption aftermath. ‘Just setting up my twttr’: Twitter boss sells first-ever tweet as NFT for £2 million. Zoom meetings: A third of WFH staff wore pyjamas or no trousers to chat with their boss, survey finds.

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Elon Musk denies Tesla cars spy on China ‘after military base ban’

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:00:09 GMT

The Tesla boss - or ‘Technoking as he likes to be known - has spoken out after reports the electric cars were banned from Chinese military bases because of their surveillance camera capabilities. Social media Covid-19 fraud warning after thousands scammed by hackers. Study finds hearing could be loss another indicator of coronavirus infection. Research reveals -195C post-match ice chambers aren’t as good as claimed...you might just get a cold. WFH consumers ‘let down’ by biggest broadband providers during pandemic. Sophia the humanoid robot has drawn an artwork due for auction as a non-fungible token.

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World’s first mission to clean up space junk set for launch

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:00:58 GMT

The world’s first mission to clean up space junk is ready for launch. Dr Jason Forshaw from Astroscale, the firm behind the mission, tells us how they’ll go about tackling the enormous clean up. Plus, a new study shows the massive fires in Australia led to record pollution levels in the atmosphere, while ESA says they’re research shows smaller fires could be having more of an impact than first thought, and Richard Garriott becomes the first person to travel to the North Pole, South Pole, ISS and the deepest point on Earth.

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Listen to Nasa’s first recordings of its rover driving on Mars

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:58:08 GMT

The clangs and rattles of Nasa’s Perseverance rover driving across the surface of Mars have been recorded for the first time. The audio also contains an unexpected high-pitched scratching noise and engineers are investigating whether its been caused by electromagnetic interference. Plus, Super Mario comes to life at Super Nintendo World in Japan, Gorillas are the real winners of the GameStop stock surge, scientists attempt to get a better view of space by going deep underwater and, a new study finds if there’s a link between toddlers’ screen time and behavioural issues.

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What water trapped on Mars means for Nasa's mission

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:59:22 GMT

The discovery that several oceans’ worth of ancient water may reside in minerals buried below the surface of Mars could help the current mission looking to find evidence of life on the red planet. Planetary geologist at London’s Natural History Museum Dr Joel Davis says the new study fills a gap in knowledge of where water on early Mars disappeared to. Plus, could lightning strikes occurring over a billion years have provided the spark of life for early Earth, scientists grow miniature tear glands capable of crying and, why the regent honeyeater has lost its tune.

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Future battlefields of space and cyber tackled in Boris Johnson’s defence review

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:00:55 GMT

Boris Johnson is setting out plans to radically boost the UK’s military cyber capabilities, which he says will be comparable to the emergence of military air power a century ago. Global Cyber Academy boss Richard Bingley says the UK’s been slow to react to new threats, which are hard to overstate. Plus, News Corp strikes pay deals with Facebook for its news, cheerleader's mum accused of making deep fakes of rivals to get them kicked off the squad and, Elon Musk will now be known as Technoking of Tesla.

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Oxford scientist insists Covid-19 jab is safe after some countries suspend use

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:00:46 GMT

One of the scientists behind the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine is insisting the jab is safe, after several countries suspended its use. Professor Andrew Pollard, from Oxford University, says with 11 million doses given there has been no increase in the number of blood clots they would normally expect. Plus, the largest asteroid to pass by Earth this year will be at its closest this week, the worst sandstorm in a decade is choking China’s north and Beijing's air quality index has reached its max, and Epic Games teases a Neymar skin for Fortnite.

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Digital artist Beeple reacts to $69m sale of JPEG artwork

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 13:00:43 GMT

Modern artist Mike Winkelmann, known popularly as Beeple, reacts as his picture - which exists only as a digital token - goes under the hammer at Christie’s, Netflix looks to crack down on password sharing. An alien planet far across the universe has created a new atmosphere for itself - but it’s quite polluted. Twitter will compete with Clubhouse as it prepares to launch audio platform Spaces for users to chat with strangers. Roblox shares soar - and the gaming platform’s boss is now worth $4.6 billion. Scientists unravel mystery of 2,000-year-old telescope dubbed ‘world’s first analogue computer’.

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Nasa’s Perseverance rover beams home sounds of rock-zapping lasers

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:00:21 GMT

Hear Perseverance deploying its Martian rock-zapping lasers thanks to an on-board microphone. USA Moon shot: Nasa completes booster assembly for its Artemis mega-rocket. Russia is slowing the speed of Twitter amid anti-government protests. Snapchat and NHS launch body-scanning augmented reality lens to encourage organ donation. Thousands of bowel cancer patients to swallow tiny cancer-testing cameras to beat disease. And, aming platform Roblox set for strong US market debut.

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Criminals are grooming ‘Generation Covid’ to launder cash via social media

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:59:34 GMT

Beware cyber gangs are preying on young people to launder money. Online fraud victims suffer an ‘emotional toll’ - even if they get their money back, says consumer watchdog. Online etiquette expert Alex McCann discusses the pitfalls of moaning about colleagues on work Slack chats or over-sharing on Zoom. Russia and China announce plans for a moon base as Nasa confirms the plan to fly American astronauts on the upcoming Soyuz mission. Consumer victory to make electricals last longer as ‘right to repair’ law ready for summer. Banksy art burned, destroyed, and sold as Bitcoin-style digital token in livestream stunt.

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Your Instagram pics are helping Facebook's AI teach itself

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:00:29 GMT

A billion Instagram photos are being used by Facebook’s artificial intelligence to teach itself identification skills. Fireball scientist tells how he doorstepped residents to collect lumps of flaming asteroid. Post-Trump, new US climate change envoy John Kerry urges global action to cut pollution. Tesla stock tumbles by a third...while GameStop ‘meme shares’ jump by 40 per cent. Gaming tech used in Fortnite promises immersive update of Shakespeare play. Rural community sets up office in cow field to protest over ‘snail speed’ internet.

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‘Active threat’ warning for US email users after China cyberattack

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:00:14 GMT

The White House says Americans face an ‘active threat’ of email cyberattack from China. All countries must play their part in the vaccination fight to beat Covid, says Britain’s former chief medical officer Professor Dame Sally Davies. Research finds oxygen will disappear from Earth in a billion years, but it’s unlikely humans will be around. Step away from the keyboard - Twitter is testing the ‘undo’ option for sent tweets. Elon Musk loses $27 billion and top spot as the world’s richest person as technology shares plunge. The world’s oldest known wild bird hatches chick at the grand old age of 70.

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YouTube boss: We’ll lift Trump ban if violence threat falls

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 13:00:32 GMT

YouTube chief executive Susan Wojcicki says Donald Trump’s suspension from the platform could be lifted if the threat of violence falls. After the deadly Capitol Hill riot on January 6th, the former President’s account was suspended for violating YouTube’s incitement of violence policy. Plus, scientists investigate a new coronavirus variant detected in 16 people in the UK, nine great apes at San Diego Zoo are vaccinated against Covid-19, and rockets, high-altitude balloons, and spaceplanes could set off from UK soil in just a few years.

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Third time unlucky: SpaceX’s Starship finally lands, but then explodes in a fireball

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:58:58 GMT

Elon Musk’s futuristic Starship soared more than six miles after lifting off from the southern tip of Texas. Then, after what seemed like a perfect landing, it exploded with such force it was tossed into the air surrounded by a ball of flames. Plus, scientists pinpoint the location of particles on the sun that are potentially hazardous to air passengers, bats equipped with minicomputers reveal echo hunting techniques, and WhatsApp launches video calls on its desktop app.

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How to hitch a free ride to the moon with a Japanese billionaire

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:00:16 GMT

Yusaku Maezawa, a billionaire online fashion tycoon, wants eight people to join him on an all-paid-for mission to the moon in 2023. He’s calling for artists to apply who are ready to “push the envelope” creatively and be willing to help other crew members do the same. Plus, we join the Black Mamba Anti-Poaching Unit in Africa as they launch the ‘virtual ranger’ to protect endangered animals, Daan Roosegaarde’s Urban Sun project beams light into cities that can clean spaces of Covid-19 and, glow-in-the-dark sharks are discovered in New Zealand.

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Space hurricanes could spell trouble for the ISS

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 13:00:43 GMT

Space hurricanes hundreds of kilometres above the North Pole could make things difficult for astronauts on the International Space Station. Space scientist Professor Mike Lockwood explains how the surprise discovery could also impact us here on Earth. Plus, a single shot of the Pfizer or Oxford vaccine is more than 80% effective at preventing hospital admission among the over-80s, Twitter expands its use of warning labels to target misleading coronavirus vaccine tweets, and scientists claim Neanderthals had the ability to perceive and produce speech like us.

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‘My blood ran cold’: Scientist recalls moment Novichok was discovered

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:01:16 GMT

Professor Tim Atkins says his blood ran cold as he learned the deadly nerve agent Novichok had been discovered in Salisbury three years ago. He went on to lead the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory’s investigation into the poisoning of a former Russian double agent, and says he came out of it ‘a slightly different person’. Plus, an expert on chemical and biological attacks warns Covid-19 could be used as a biological weapon, a SpaceX launch aborted again and, a 10-second video artwork sells for $6.6 million.

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Bill Gates: I’d rather invest in vaccines than Bitcoin

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:00:24 GMT

Bill Gates says he’d rather invest in vaccines than Bitcoin. During a live chat on social network Clubhouse, the Microsoft founder told host Andrew Sorkin he doesn’t choose his investments on the basis of whether they would be worth more to others. Plus, the FDA allows the Pfizer vaccine to be stored and transported at warmer temperatures, it wasn’t just Nasa’s Perseverance rover that landed on Mars - millions of people did as well, and embattled Cyberpunk 2077 runs into yet more trouble.

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Dr Fauci: We can vaccinate our way out of this pandemic

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:56:55 GMT

America’s top infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci says we can vaccinate our way out of the coronavirus pandemic, but he’s concerned anti-vaxxers could prevent us from reaching that goal. Plus, the hidden message on the Nasa Perseverance rover’s parachute revealed, Facebook and Google must now pay for news in Australia and, how 30,000 elephant 'selfies' will help in conservation.

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Nasa’s Mars mission's next steps: will it find life?

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:00:50 GMT

Nasa’s Perseverance rover is about to start its long-awaited Mars mission and Dr Kelsey Moore from the agency’s Jet Propulsion Lab is one of the scientists involved in looking for evidence of past life on the red planet. She tells the Standard what exactly their looking for and how likely it is they’ll find it. Plus, Spotify says its open to alternative models for calculating how artists should be paid, Sony is launching a new virtual reality system for the PlayStation 5, and we debunk the story behind the viral ‘un-scented’ perfume.

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After years gazing at Mars, Nasa unveils what it sounds like

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 13:01:13 GMT

Nasa has released audio of the first sounds recorded from the surface of Mars. A microphone on the Perseverance rover captures a gust of wind on the red planet, and the audio has had a wider impact than the scientists anticipated. Plus, Facebook re-friends Australia, WhatsApp users will be cut off if they don’t accept the new terms and conditions, and Twisted Metal fans could soon be bingeing on a TV series based on the iconic game.

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Covid vaccines ‘cut risk of hospital admissions by up to 94%’

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:58:33 GMT

There’s more good news on the efficacy of the Pfizer and AstraZeneca jabs: researchers say both are having a “substantial effect” on hospital admissions and the risk of serious illness. It comes as a roadmap to ease England’s lockdown measures is to be detailed today, but the plan has already been met with mixed reviews. Plus, cyber fraudsters are switching from big money scams to ‘silent stealing’ on a massive scale, NHS doctors are the first in the world to use reanimated hearts to save the lives of six children, and a new study finds people who hold extremist attitudes tend to perform poorly on complex mental tasks.

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Nasa on rover touch down - latest on Perseverance mission

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:00:52 GMT

Now Perseverance’s work begins, but how does it avoid punctures on the craggy Martian surface and send samples millions of miles back to Earth? Nasa explains. Forty dead, millions without power and water in Texas after extreme winter storm, as White House links to climate change. Britain’s first coal mine for 30 years is being planned, inflaming tensions over environmental impact versus local jobs. Meet the YouTuber who built the world’s largest working PS5 console weighing a quarter of a ton.

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'Seven minutes of terror': Nasa on Mars Rover as it makes final approach

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:00:02 GMT

Floating down to the Red Planet by parachute is the tensest part for Mission Control after 300 million-mile journey. Banned Down Under: Facebook blocks Australian news content in payment row with government. Million-year-old mammoth’s teeth that look like a shoe sole are the oldest specimens ever DNA tested by Natural History Museum. Nintendo announced new Mario title and refreshed Zelda game for Switch.

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Exclusive Nasa Mars rover interview: How robot driving experts control Perseverance from Earth

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:00:50 GMT

Meet mobility systems engineer and rover planner on the mission Tyler Del Sesto, part of the team at Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California. Scientists fear reopening all schools could push up the coronavirus infection rate. TikTok accused by a European consumer watchdog of breaching users’ rights on a ‘massive scale’ and failing to protect children from harmful content. North Korea in the frame over of hacking Pfizer to get hands on Covid-19 vaccine data. Revealed: the tiny spy trackers embedded in marketing emails secretly watching you - and how to fight back.

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Nasa’s Perseverance rover has laser eyes to hunt for life on Mars

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:00:23 GMT

The probe currently whizzing towards Red Planet has a ‘head’ equipped with laser eyes and a super-strength vaporiser to hunt for Martian chemicals and organic compounds. Fake five-star Amazon reviews offered on sale for the price of a pizza, investigation finds. Top WHO doctor says super-fast Covid tests ‘will pave return towards normality’ but those without a vaccine passport will be able to travel less. Harvard scientists think a mega-asteroid that wiped out Earth’s dinosaurs ‘came from edge of Solar System’, helped by Jupiter’s gravity field. Swimming robot investigates impact of global warming on break-up of world’s biggest iceberg. Researchers find tropical wasps babysit for neighbouring nests.

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Scientists in Japan investigate earthquake leaving one million without power

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:30 GMT

Scientists in Japan are assessing the damage of a magnitude 7.3 earthquake that struck near Fukushima on Saturday night, we ask Dr Stephen Hicks, an earth sciences expert at Imperial College London, about the risk of aftershocks. Curing Covid is simple compared to beating climate crisis, warns Bill Gates. UAE Mars satellite: Probe’s first pictures of Red Planet are emailed back to Earth. Routine CT scans can find early signs of lung cancer in 70 per cent of patients, study reveals. Pensioners are playing classic Xbox titles online to help them connect with families during Covid. Forget the golf course as a presidential hobby, Joe Biden’s more interested in playing Mario Kart at Camp David.

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‘Astonishing’ Stonehenge discovery suggests its original site may be in Wales

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:00:06 GMT

Experts believe they may have recovered the true origins of Stonehenge. The ancient monument’s smaller bluestones originally formed an even older, long-lost monument in the Preseli Hills in Pembrokeshire, Wales, 175 miles away. Plus, a mission to head to an icy moon of Jupiter thought to potentially home extraterrestrial life gets a launch date, find out how good you are at mindreading, and lovers beware: online romance scams are on the rise during lockdown.

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Cyberpunk 2077 developer’s source code on sale for millions of dollars

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:00:16 GMT

The maker of Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt Red, has capped off a difficult few months by confirming it's the victim of a cyberattack. The hackers are reportedly auctioning off stolen source code from the firm for potentially millions of dollars. Plus, how the Himalayas disaster showcases climate change in action, all the Covid virus in the world would fit in a coke can, and while pigs might not fly, it appears they can play video games.

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China’s Tianwen-1 spacecraft is second probe in 24 hours to enter Mars’ orbit

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:00:06 GMT

China’s Tianwen-1 spacecraft is set to become the second probe to enter Mars’ orbit in 24 hours. It's so far travelled 288 million miles to reach the planet, with the mission’s aim to explore for underground water and evidence of possible ancient life. Plus, astronauts of the future may be tucking into food from 3D printers, the WHO says the virus that causes Covid-19 isn’t from a lab and why scientists want to cull Pablo Escobar’s hippos.

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UAE’s Mission to Mars: We go behind the scenes.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:59:43 GMT

The woman leading the United Arab Emirate’s first Mars mission tells us how their mission is attempting something never done before at the red planet. Sarah Al Amiri (UAE Minister of State for Advanced Sciences and Emirates Mars Mission Science Lead), spoke to us as their Hope probe finally reaches its destination this afternoon. Plus, a hacker has tried to poison the water supply of a Florida city, Facebook says it’ll ban conspiracy theories about all vaccines, and will there be an Anthem 2.0?

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UK’s first space rocket in fifty years readies for flight

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:00:21 GMT

The UK’s selected what would be the country’s first space rocket since the Black Arrow in the 1970s. Aerospace giant Lockheed Martin’ picked out the RS1 for the attempt, which could launch from the Isle of Unst later this year.

South Africa has stopped distribution of the AstraZeneca vaccine due to a new strain of Covid-19. Scientists say the strain accounts for 90% of new cases there, with around 2,000 people finding out that the jab offers "minimal protection".

Plus, Cryptocurrency Dogecoin’s hit a record high, after Elon Musk and Snoop Dogg apparently gave their backing.

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UAE’s first Mars probe races through space to unravel mysteries of Martian life

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 13:00:12 GMT

The UAE’s first Mars satellite is zooming towards Red Planet to hunt for signs of life - we speak to their Emirates Mission director for the latest. Climate change link to helping Covid-carrying bats flourish in China forests, say scientists from the University of Cambridge. Facebook shutdown in Myanmar after military coup to stop opposition organising resistance. Revealed: How far Nasa astronaut really hit a golf ball on the Moon 50 years ago, thanks to HD photo technology. Meet archaeologist Simon Roper, a language expert and YouTube sensation whose fascinating verbal time machine reveals how medieval Londoners spoke.

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Breast cancer is now the world’s most prevalent form of the disease

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:59:02 GMT

Scientists say breast cancer is now the world’s most prevalent form of the disease, and urge people to get a check-up if they’re worried after staying away from the doctor’s surgery during the pandemic. Mysterious streaks on the surface of Mars could be caused by Martian landslides, say Nasa scientists. New anti-cheat software rolled out by Call of Duty’s publisher Activision amid gamer anger over ‘aimbots’ hacking scandal. TikTok says users who cannot prove they are aged over 13 years old will be blocked in Italy after girl dies using the video platform. AI spy cameras will monitor Amazon delivery drivers to cut crashes and ‘improve behaviour’. Thrifty locked-down shoppers are trading second hand goods like never before as eBay profits soar. German sniffer dogs detect ‘odour’ of Covid-19 with 94 per cent accuracy.

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SpaceX Starship in fireball crash after launch fail

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:00:52 GMT

Another SpaceX Starship super-rocket ends up in a fireball after a spectacular landing fail. Jeff Bezos steps aside from leading Amazon hands reins to cloud computing boss amid record sales. GameStop party’s over: Shares nosedive as regulators called in to investigate Reddit’s amateur investor army. Childhood exposure to pollution linked to decline in thinking skills in older age, according to University of Edinburgh research - we speak to Jemima Hartshorn, founder of Mums for Lungs. Boston Dynamics’ robodog Spot fitted with arms and grabber to pick things up via remote control. Low-tech problems for high-tech art...manga and anime art at risk in Japan amid critical artists’ pencil shortage.

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Call of Duty rocked by ‘aimbots’ cheat scandal as top gamer quits

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:00:02 GMT

Call of Duty hit by allegations of cheating in online tournaments, including the use of unfair ‘aimbots’, now a top player has very publicly quit its Warzone contest. WHO experts visit Wuhan animal disease centre in probe examining Covid-19 origins. Pandemic mental health alert: children as young as eight being treated by accident and emergency for self-harm. For wellbeing tips: childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk. Mask-wearing iPhone users will soon be able to unlock their screen using an Apple Watch. Shares app Robinhood raises $2.4 billion from venture capital amid Reddit amateur investor boom. Bomb-sniffing spinach programmed to send alerts to scientists. Passion killer...research finds traffic noise drowns out crickets’ courtship songs.

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Silver is new GameStop in Reddit war on Wall Street wolves

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:00:03 GMT

Wall Street silver rush as Reddit’s amateur investor army moves on precious metal to dent Wall Street after GameStop victory. Voice-changing headset aims to beat internet child predators as mother warns how abuser befriended and murdered her 14-year-old son. Megarocket has a new date for Nasa’s ‘hot fire’ test to check Moon-worthiness after launchpad fail. With just a word and a hashtag, Elon Musk sends Bitcoin rocketing amid claims cryptocurrency is ‘on the verge’ of mainstream. Doorbell surveillance row: Now 2,000 US police departments are linked into Amazon’s Ring network. The 48,000-year-old teeth revealing ancestral links between Neanderthals and modern humans after Natural History Museum research.

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Novavax vaccine 89.3% effective against Covid, including new strains

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 13:00:33 GMT

TikTok’s Dr_Will6, better known to Imperial College London colleagues as Dr Will Budd, has been educating the world about Covid vaccines on the social network – and he says ‘very happy” about the Novax injection shown to be 83.9 percent effective in trials, including against the ‘Kent’ and ‘South African’ variants. Plus, Apple boss Tim Cook hits out at those seeking to make a profit from personal data, PlayStation 5 exclusive Returnal release date pushed back, and naked mole-rats found to speak in different dialects

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How Redditors gamed the stock of Gamestop

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:00:33 GMT

Across most of America, GameStop is just a place to buy a video game. But on Wall Street the troubled retailer has become a battleground where swarms of smaller investors see themselves making an epic stand against the 1%. Plus, Apple is to roll out a new privacy feature to stop iPhone apps secretly shadowing users. Marking Data Privacy Day McAfee’s 2021 Consumer Security Mindset report shows how many had not used any cybersecurity solutions last year. Nintendo sued over ‘systemic problems’ with Switch controllers and, the Doomsday Clock remains at its closest point ever to midnight.

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Covid-19: Another Disease X 'could be around the corner’

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:00:02 GMT

A leading scientist says another pandemic-causing ‘Disease X’ could be around the corner. Mark Woolhouse from the University of Edinburgh says it's a matter of when, not if and this pandemic might be a virus they don’t even know about yet. Plus, there were signals on Twitter that Covid-19 was circulating before it was officially announced, earning more than $75K a year could buy you happiness, and scientists have created two more embryos of the world’s most endangered mammal.

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Twitter launches Birdwatch where users can flag ‘false’ content

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 13:00:27 GMT

Twitter is turning to its users to help combat fake news. The platform has launched Birdwatch, where people can flag tweets they believe to be misleading, provide evidence to the contrary and discuss them with others, on a separate site. Plus, Facebook News, featuring the Evening Standard, launches in the UK, regular naps are linked to better mental agility, and take a walk with Dolly Parton as Apple launches celebrity-guided workouts.

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SpaceX breaks world record for most satellites sent into space

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:00:20 GMT

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket has launched a record 143 small satellites into a polar orbit from Florida, beating the previous record of 104. It's also the firm's first dedicated ‘rideshare’ mission, where it offers to transport packages to orbit for $1m. Plus, creators of humanoid robot Sophia plan to mass produce the AI robots by the end of the year, scientists believe there’s a new homegrown strain of Covid-19 in California, we speak to the professor working on a laser to remove cancers; and, Cyberpunk 2077's latest patch creates more problems for players.

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Facebook encryption child abuse warning from NSPCC

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 12:59:40 GMT

Children’s charity the NSPCC is warning a move to encrypt Facebook Messenger and Instagram chats will mask online predators. Security expert Brian Higgins on malware discovered inside government-issued laptops used by children to home-school during Covid-19 pandemic, which reportedly connected to Russian servers. SpaceX now has a ‘constellation’ of 1,000 internet-beaming satellites orbiting Earth after launching 60 at once. Lockdown loneliness: Neuroscientist Dr Byron Creese talks about a University Exeter and King’s College London study revealing how over-50s are suffering anxiety and depression. And, a Black Mirror-style chatbot being developed by Microsoft aims to digitally resurrect deceased loved ones.

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Twitter: We made mistakes fuelling Capitol riots

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 13:00:34 GMT

Twitter’s admitting it didn’t move fast enough to quell conspiracy theories that sparked the Capitol riots. QAnon’s hoards are being urged to “go back to your lives” after Trumpian reckoning did not materialise. A Call of Duty champion gamer is retiring at 25 years old with thumb problems caused by too much time playing on consoles. Are ‘sniper bots’ snapping up new PS5 consoles before you can get your hands on one? Meet the AI expert preparing young people to beat the robots in the workplace of tomorrow. Satellites are helping count elephants and beat the poachers from hundreds of miles above Earth

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Biden’s DC inauguration AI tech lockdown

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:00:28 GMT

Washington DC is in tech lockdown for inauguration day as cybersecurity experts reveal behind-the-scenes artificial intelligence strategies to stop repeat of Capitol violence. Nasa Moon shot faces delay after hydraulics problems found to cause ‘megarocket’ misfire. Buzz Aldrin walked on the Moon and now the 91-year-old astronaut gets his Covid-19 jab. Beware the passive-aggressive Zoom eye roll because new software lets bosses scans people’s emotions and tiny expressions for ‘biosurveillance’ software. Netflix Tiger King star Joe Exotic misses out on Trump pardon...he had a limo waiting outside prison.

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‘Strong signal’ of space radio waves offer clues to universe’s backbone

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:00:21 GMT

‘Strong signal’ of space radio waves found far, far away at edge of universe, offering clues to how cosmos is made. Bumble unblocks politics filter after vigilantes used it to catfish Capitol riots suspects. We speak to UCL’s Dr Angeliki Zarkali about a new eye tests helping predict Parkinson’s-linked brain decline 18 months before it starts. Trump orders probe into security risks of Chinese drones in US government UAV squadrons. Paper maps? Trump administration issues doomsday space directive for when all the GPS satellites crash in space. First look at Wallace and Gromit’s cracking augmented reality app offering a ‘new form of storytelling’.

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Virgin Orbit reaches space with satellite rocket launch…as Nasa’s ‘megarocket’ test fails on launchpad

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 13:00:54 GMT

Warning over fake coronavirus vaccines as UK police reveal spike in elderly being targeted. Get ready for 24hr coronavirus vaccination centres..but mind your stress levels. Branson’s Virgin Orbit reaches space with satellite rocket launch…as Nasa’s ‘megarocket’ tests fails on launchpad. WhatsApp delaying privacy changes amid user back lash…as Signal goes down under download pressure from new sign-ups. Deliveroo’s value shoots up by billions as investors pump in cash ahead of stock market floatation. You have zero followers: Joe Biden starts his Twitter account from nothing at the weekend, but has nearly 1 million followers today.

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Samsung unveils Galaxy S smartphone, Apple Macbook news & NASA Mars digger is declared dead - plus more!

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 13:00:55 GMT

Samsung unveils its flagship Galaxy S smartphone, and it's the first model that works with the S-Pen stylus. The release has raised questions over whether this is the first step to phasing out the separate Note handset range. Plus, Apple is reportedly planning a major redesign of its MacBook pro this year, Google has completed a $2 billion takeover of fitness wearable maker Fitbit, the Riders Republic release is delayed, and the Mars digger is declared dead.

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Twitter Chief on Trump ban, Pokemon is 25 with Katy Perry & the world's oldest animal cave painting

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 13:00:35 GMT

Twitter chief Jack Dorsey says banning Donald Trump from the platform is the right decision… but it sets a dangerous precedent. Mr Dorsey tweeted that "having to take these actions fragment the public conversation," adding that while he took no pride in the ban, "offline harm as a result of online speech is demonstrably real.” Plus, Airbnb cancels reservations in Washington area ahead of inauguration, Cyberpunk 2077 announces first major update, and Archaeologists find world's oldest animal cave painting.

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YouTube bans Trump, Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer mode, & Nasa confirms rare triple-star exoplanet

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:00:22 GMT

YouTube is the latest tech giant to suspend Donald Trump’s account. The video platform says the President’s account will be taken down for “a minimum of seven days” due to concerns about “the ongoing potential for violence”. Plus, Indian Jones video game teased, Cyberpunk 2077’s multiplayer mode details revealed, CES 2021 highlights such as success of Sextech, and Nasa confirms the existence of a rare triple-star exoplanet.

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CES 2021: Tech to help us through a pandemic, Twitch “TheGrefg” concurrent record & Capitol Hill crackdown continues

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:00:21 GMT

The Covid-19 pandemic has emerged as an early theme at CES 2021. From Samsung’s trio of robots aimed to improve life at home - including pouring you a glass of wine at the end of a long day - to LG’s autonomous CLOi Robot that uses ultraviolet light to kill germs in high-traffic areas. Plus, tech giants continue their crackdown on those involved in last week’s insurrection of Capitol Hill, a massive data leak exposes 400GB of information scraped from more than 214 million social media accounts, and bitcoin investors are warned they could lose all their money.

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CES 2021 kicks off its first ever virtual event today, Parler's taken offline & spot a trio of planets tonight

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:00:18 GMT

The world’s biggest consumer technology show is turning to tech to help it adapt during a global pandemic. CES 2021 kicks off today, and it will be entirely virtual for the first time ever. Plus, far-right social media platform Parler is squeezed offline as Amazon becomes the latest tech giant to remove its support, scientists in Japan investigate a new mutant coronavirus strain, tonight’s the last night to see a rare trio of planets meet in the sky and a study shows ‘Grumpy Cat’ may have been unable to communicate his emotions.

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Capitol siege: internet sleuths & police use spreadsheets and PDFs to hunt suspects

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:00:58 GMT

Internet spreadsheet detectives pool resources to hunt Capitol invasion Trump mob - as the hunt intensifies to track down suspects over the invasion of the Capitol building, internet detectives are teaming up to aid the police investigation. Donald Trump’s back on Twitter…but Facebook have banned the president until he leaves the White House. Research suggests Pfizer/BioNTech is effective against highly-infectious Covid-19 mutations. New world’s richest person Elon Musk suggests WhatsApp users to swap over to Signal as Facebook reveals privacy changes. Sony’s new AI television ‘mimics human brain’. And, Scientists believe our Ice Age ancestors feeding leftover meat to wolves during harsh winters may have played a role in the domestication of dogs more than 14,000 years ago.

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Trump latest: social media block after deadly Washington DC invasion, Tesla beatbox customisable horns, & facial recognition CCTV sees through facemasks

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 13:06:03 GMT

Social media giants block Trump after deadly Capitol Hill invasion we speak to Richard Bingley, chief executive of UK-based Global Cyber Academy and Meaghan Spencer, the Evening’s Standard’s Social and SEO Editor. The facial recognition cameras able to identify people wearing facemasks. Elon Musk’s SpaceX monster Starship rocket fires up engines. Trump presses ahead with oil drilling permits in Alaska wilderness. The house that Bezos built: Amazon plans to construct affordable homes. Tesla’s new customisable Beatbox horn revealed by TikTok user Sydonce using Ludacris, the new update allows drivers to blast other road users with bespoke sounds - even goats

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UK Covid mutant strain US spread, Julian Assange denied bail, Minecraft Earth to close

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 13:09:02 GMT

Georgia is fifth state to report case of mutant strain of Covid-19 first found in UK. A court has denied Wikileaks founder Julian Assange bail, despite his extradition being blocked to the US. YouTube u-turn as streaming platform reinstates talkRadio page after ‘review’ over Covid ‘misinformation’. Trump bans transactions with eight Chinese apps including Alipay. Minecraft Earth will shut down this summer as fewer people on street in lockdowns. Pineapple leaves are being turned into disposable drone parts.

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Brexit: shops in EU refusing to deliver to UK, latest Samsung Galaxy S21 news & social media censorship

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 13:01:52 GMT

Online shops are refusing to deliver to Britain after Brexit over tax changes. Samsung will go virtual for its launch of the Galaxy S21 with its 8K video capability and 108MP camera. Report reveals thousands of hours of government internet shutdowns and social media censorship in 2020 cost economies $4 billion. Clock on for a shift at the International Space Station from the comfort of your armchair in VR goggles. Fortnite developer Epic Games buys abandoned shopping mall for new headquarters. World’s 500 richest people added nearly $2 trillion to their bank accounts last year, led by Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk. The Mooch moves to Bitcoin - former Trump spokesman Anthony Scaramucci launches cryptocurrency fund.

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New Covid vaccine rollout latest, and there's a Bitcoin goldrush - plus more

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 13:00:47 GMT

Here's what's on today: A British pensioner is first man in the world to receive the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine shot. Microsoft fears Russian hackers in Solarwinds breach viewed its source code. Bitcoin surges to record high as speculators fight feared Covid inflation. Nasa releases spooky sounds of the noise a supernova makes. SpaceX will try to ‘catch’ its Super Heavy rocket using the launch tower. Japanese developers finally release a PlayStation One gaming they have been working on….two decades late. Plus more!

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Elon Musk says Apple rejected potential Tesla deal, Cyberpunk 2077 news, KFC KFConsole, plus more!

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 12:56:28 GMT

Tesla boss Elon Musk says he tried to set up a meeting with Apple to see if they’d consider buying the car maker. But, chief executive Tim Cook rejected the request. After a turbulent few years, Tesla’s market value is now $616 billion. Plus, Cyberpunk 2077 sells 13 million games, Joe Biden won’t inherit any of Donald Trump’s @POTUS followers and, KFC brings its KFConsole to life.

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New COVID variant ‘could more easily infect children’, Fortnite Black Panther & Apple's self-driving car

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 12:45:32 GMT

Scientists say the new mutant coronavirus strain discovered in the UK could more easily infect children. Experts say that data indicates it may be able to better spread among youngsters than other strains, but that analysis is still ongoing. Christopher Walken has revealed he’s never sent an email or text. Plus, Antarctica can no longer lay claim to being Covid-free, Apple ‘renews focus on self driving car’ and, Black Panther makes its debut on Fortnite.

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How to see Jupiter and Saturn’s ‘Christmas Star’ great conjunction

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:00:25 GMT

Stargazers are being treated to a once-in-generation spectacle on Monday as Saturn and Jupiter appear in the night sky as if they’re nearly touching. Nasa’s Dr Henry Throop explains how to see the 'Christmas star’. Plus, Tesla debuts into the S&P 500, over 2 million PUBG Mobile accounts banned in a week, and how the pandemic changed our conversations on Twitter.

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Cyberpunk 2077 pulled by Sony, US ‘grave risk’ from computer attack and AI Top Gun inspired spy plane

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 13:00:09 GMT

Sony pulls Cyberpunk 2077 from PlayStation Store after glitches backlash. US government and private companies at ‘grave risk’ from massive cyber-attack, officials warn after Treasury spying scandal. Twitter tests Spaces ‘chat room’ feature for conversations with strangers. Scientists’ warn goliath factory ships are stripping oceans of marine life in quest for fish. Zoom lift 40-minute call limit on free accounts over festive period.

Artificial intelligence Top Gun co-pilots American U-2 spy plane with human for first time. Peak inside the vast Indiana Jones-style warehouse storing Science Museum artefacts.

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Wuhan bats COVID probe by WHO, Facebook vs Apple privacy war & NASA spacecraft points to life on Saturn

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:00:36 GMT

World Health Organisation scientists will take samples from bats and other animals in Wuhan to discover how COVID-19 spread across the world, hoping to prevent future outbreaks. Data from NASA’s Cassini spacecraft reveals Saturn’s moon Enceladus could support life in its subsurface ocean. Facebook takes out full page newspaper attack ads in a row with Apple over the way users are tracked. Vodka and toothpaste from thin air: London’s Science Museum showcases tech that captures fumes to turn them into everyday objects. Heathrow third runway court case - campaigners fear 700 extra daily flights. Fitbit turns user ‘stress’ data into music for a soundtrack to 2020.

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Call of Duty Warzone update, Twitter goes wild for German Brexit satire & US government’s hobbled anti-hacking software

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:00:17 GMT

Billions of dollars were spent on US government’s hobbled anti-hacking software, which spies still managed to find a way around with trojan horse. EU rules mean yearly checks for Big Tech firms on how they are tackling harmful content. Virgin Media reveals record 2020 data usage as Britain stayed home amid pandemic. Call of Duty: Warzone Season One “battle pass” update features new scenarios, maps and weapons. Royal Mail launches post-by-drone ‘skyports’ to access remote locations Study shows kangaroos communicate with humans in similar way to domesticated animals. Twitter goes wild for German Brexit satire of The Crown trailer - with Boris Johnson mocked as ‘The Clown’.

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Covid 19 mutation: what is it?, US Treasury ‘spied on for months’ & meet the football-playing lockdown chickens - plus more

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 13:00:36 GMT

Virus mutation latest: Top immunology professor on latest developments. Developments that Treasury and Commerce departments hack were ‘part of months-long espionage campaign’. Online platforms failing to protect users or remove harmful content face multimillion-pound fines and being blocked in UK under new laws. Amazon-owned Zoox reveals first robo-taxi without a steering wheel with 16-hour battery life. Institution of Engineering and Technology release league table of most eco-friendly countries. Bored chickens given footballs for kickabouts to keep them occupied while cooped up in bird flu lockdown.

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#Google outage, Russian spies in frame for Treasury email snooping, Apple Fitness+ launch and NYPD RoboDog - plus more

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 13:00:10 GMT

Russian hackers are in the frame for spying on Treasury emails - as White House calls emergency meeting. EA swoops in to buy Dirt Rally-makers Codemasters. Rare services outage for Google products, including Gmail and YouTube. Apple launches Fitness+ services for Watch. New smart bands light up and vibrate to enforce social distancing. Virgin Galactic’s rocket fails to launch as space attempt aborted. NYPD deploys first robodog and as already been deployed to help human colleagues in a hostage stand-off. Quintessentially English museum in Black Country becomes an international TikTok hit with quaint videos of life from days gone by.

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Scientists ‘devastated’ over HIV response in COVID-19 vaccine; Disney new releases & is swearing good for you?

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 12:54:43 GMT

Researchers in Australia are ‘devastated’ after a vaccine they were developing produced a false positive HIV response in participants. They say despite the jab having no possibility of causing HIV infection and it being ‘safe and producing a robust response’ against Covid-19, they’re abandoning the vaccine. Plus, Disney unveils plans to stream a galaxy of new series and films, the Geminid meteor shower set to be the best in years, and why swearing is good for you, especially in 2020.

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SpaceX’s Starship ends in explosive crash-landing, Cyberpunk 2077 & Video Assistant Referees in football, plus more

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:57:12 GMT

SpaceX’s Starship blasted off several miles into the air from a remote corner of Texas, but the six-and-a-half minute test flight ended in an explosive fireball at touchdown. Even so, Elon Musk hailed the launch, tweeting afterwards: ‘Mars here we come!’ Plus, Cyberpunk 2077 finally launches, Facebook labels anti-trust lawsuit ‘revisionist history’, and Alexa learns the rules of football.

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Shock as AirPods Max unveiled, Halo Infinite release plus Google & Facebook could face multi-million $ fines

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:00:31 GMT

Apple has released its first over-the-ear, noise cancelling headphones, the AirPods Max. Their eye-watering price and even the design has been met with a frenzied reaction of shock and ridicule. But if history is anything to go by, Apple will have the last laugh. And, doctors discover patients of mystery illness have traces of lead and nickel in their blood, Google and Facebook could face multi-million dollar fines in Australia and Halo Infinite finally gets a release window.

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‘Millions’ to be vaccinated against Covid-19 in the UK by end of next year

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:57:38 GMT

The UK’s Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said the coronavirus vaccine is ‘the route out’ as he marked the start of the rollout of the coronavirus vaccine in the UK. 90-year-old Margaret Keenan became the first patient in the world to receive the jab, and Mr Hancock said millions more could receive it by the end of next year. Plus, Donald Trump ‘came close to revealing secrets of an alien Galactic Federation,’ Japan funds AI to boost its tumbling birth rate and, mixed reviews for Cyberpunk 2077.

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How an agony aunt chatbot is helping teenage girls through the pandemic

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:54:11 GMT

In just 25 weeks this year, the Covid-19 pandemic wiped out 25 years of progress in everything from health to the economy, according to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Girl Effect’s Jonathan McKay says for adolescent girls in developing countries the impact is particularly stark, but an agony aunt chatbot is helping them through. Plus, a mystery illness sweeps through a town in southern India, a space mission could reveal clues to the origins of the universe, and how a beer and crisps pairing could help tackle climate change.

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Listen to an exploding star - and see a rare ‘Christmas Star’, & meet the TikTok doctor debunking anti-vaxxers - plus more

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Here’s what the plasma inside a neutron star sounds like, thanks to MIT scientists. Facebook to ban false claims about Covid-19 vaccines after criticism of becoming hotbed for conspiracies. Facebook says it will start removing false claims about Covid-19 vaccines to prevent what the social network calls “imminent physical harm”.

Meet the London doctor who’s using TikTok to fight Covid anti-vax conspiracy theories. Dog owners will need to manage their pet’s post-lockdown ‘separation anxiety’ when they return to work. The two largest planets in our solar system are set to align in a conjunction for the first time in 800 years to create a “Christmas Star”

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Hackers hit COVID vaccine supply chain, Taylor Swift Spotify pages hacked & Amazon cloud spy tech - plus more

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Hackers have tried to infiltrate the coronavirus vaccine distribution chain. Twitter expands hate speech rules to include race and ethnicity. Amazon build cheap cloud spy tech for bosses to make sure workers wear facemasks. Dua Lipa and other Spotify artists’ pages hacked by Taylor Swift ‘fan’ Chinese researchers quit U.S. after spies target Biden team. High-def streaming hurts the planet - drop your resolution to cut pollution, report says Teenager’s £100,000 crowdfunding campaign for statue honouring the ‘mother of palaeontology’

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Covid-19 vaccine set for UK rollout, your Spotify ‘best bits’, Bad Bunny & Fortnite’s Star Wars epic - plus more

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 13:00:28 GMT

Covid Pfizer vaccine approved for use next week in UK, care home residents and health workers at front of queue. Netflix content given age rating by algorithm for parents to cut sex and violence scenes. Spotify, Apple and Tik Tok release their year-in-review ‘best bits’. Salesforce to buy workplace app Slack in $27 billion deal. China’s Chang’e 5 lands on the moon to collect the first fresh lunar rock samples in decades. Lab-grown fake ‘chicken’ is approved to go on sale. Fortnite’s season 5 gets Star Wars treatment with new characters and weapons.

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World Aids Day: fears for HIV treatment amid Covid crisis

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 13:00:21 GMT

Microsoft files patent to record and score meetings on body language. World Aids Day: Global solidarity amid concerns for treatment as frontline services stretched. One of biology’s biggest mysteries ‘largely solved’ by DeepMind AI. Astronauts could stop burning underwear in Nasa plans to make first space detergent. Australian telescope maps deep space at record speed. Australia, US to develop hypersonic missiles to counter China. New monolith pops up in Romania - alien or artist?

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Cyber Monday: How to avoid getting stung, Spotify trials Stories & China’s Chang’e 5 moon return

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 13:00:10 GMT

Cyber Monday ‘deals’: Don’t believe the hype and do your resesearch, says Which? consumer expert. Step into actual Super Mario World in Florida - Nintendo to open experience for fans at Universal Studios next year. Spotify testing new Instagram-esque Stories feature. Huawei ban from UK 5G network brought forward by British government. China’s Chang’e 5 enters lunar orbit for historic attempt to return moon samples. Mysterious monolith that was found in the remote Utah desert has been removed by an ‘unknown party’. Cher has helped move the ‘world’s loneliest elephant’ from a miserable zoo in Pakistan to a Cambodian sanctuary following social media campaign

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Black Friday: Scam warning, #DiaperDon - Trump’s furious; & Minecraft style farming, plus more

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 13:00:57 GMT

Experts are warning shoppers to be wary of scams as they shop online during what retailers are expecting to be their biggest Black Friday sale yet. Promon’s Tom Lysemose Hanson says not clicking on links in emails and doing your research before downloading store apps are some of the easy ways to stay safe. Plus, Donald Trump’s furious with Twitter as #DiaperDon trends, mink in Denmark are resurfacing from their graves, and Hope's mission to Mars is going so well, its planning to collect some bonus space data.

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TikTok introduces epilepsy feature, Black Friday deals using your voice & space worms? plus more

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:00:48 GMT

After coming under fire earlier this year over a ‘seizure challenge’, TikTok is offering a new feature to its users who have photosensitive epilepsy. The tool will allow people to tailor their profile so that videos that could act as a trigger for a seizure are automatically skipped. Plus, robots could be the next front line workers, voice assistant users get special Black Friday deals and, space worms give an insight into how our genes behave in space.

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Elon Musk marks world’s second richest man with a Space X rocket launch

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:00:16 GMT

Elon Musk has pushed Bill Gates down to third place on the Bloomberg Billionaires index as his personal fortune soared by $7.2 billion dollars. It came as Tesla shares soared after it was announced they’d be added to the S&P 500, sending the company’s market value above $500 billion. Plus, how hackers are 3D printing your house keys from your Facebook photos, a treasure trove of ancient arrows found in Sweden and Google Stadia says 400 games are in development.

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Snapchat takes on TikTok with Spotlight, PS5 deliveries 'go missing' & China launches moon mission - plus more

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 13:00:44 GMT

Snapchat has become the latest competitor to TikTok, launching its own short form video feature Spotlight. And, for at least the rest of the year, users who create the most engaged-with content could receive a share of $1 million a day being handed out by the firm. Plus, China launches its ambitious mission to the moon, Amazon investigates after PlayStation 5 deliveries are reported missing, and a black monolith stuns officials in Utah.

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How does the Oxford vaccine work?, Space X sea cartographer satellite goes to space & K-pop's aespa launch AI avatars

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 13:00:01 GMT

AstraZeneca and Oxford University report their vaccine could prevent up to 90% of people getting Covid-19, so how does it work? And, while we wait for the jab to be rolled out, scientists warn that as we head into winter, keeping a window cracked open could reduce the risk of infection by 70%. Plus, Space X launch a sea cartographer satellite and, K-pop band aespa introduce fans to their AI avatars.

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Instagram graphic content increase, PS5 delays, dementia tech innovations & blue whales blossom

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 13:00:13 GMT

Figures reveal Instagram removed almost 80 per cent less graphic content about suicide and self-harm between April and June this year than in the previous quarter - after Covid restrictions meant most of its content moderators were sent home. Many customers trying to get hold of PS5 were left disappointed after online retailers sold out of the console. NordPass reveals people are still using ‘123456’ as their password. Facebook campaign by the Mines Advisory Group helps protect people living near minefields. Sensor-packed homes and apps help people living with dementia stay safe. Pods of blue whales spotted in South Atlantic Ocean again after being decimated by hunters in 20th Century.

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Sony’s PS5 launch, Oprah Winfrey’s virtual Obama interview & what's your cat's chat?

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:02:00 GMT

Sony’s new PS5 is available to buy in the UK from today, with new titles including Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Apple to pay $113m to settle iPhone ‘batterygate’. Lyft’s Thanksgiving travel ads receives backlash amid US pandemic crisis. Free SIM cards help disadvantaged schoolchildren stay online amid families' Covid financial struggle. Former President Barack Obama talks to Oprah Winfrey on Apple TV by the magic of green screen tech. Twitter throttles back on rollout of disappearing ‘Fleets’ feature. Alexa developer’s MeowTalk app to translate miaow could be the cat’s whiskers for feline chat

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Social media grilled by senators, bitcoin booms, TikTok parental controls & a robot to help social distancing

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:00:31 GMT

Facebook and Twitter chief executives are grilled again by Senators, who attacked their corporate policies. Donald Trump fires a top election security tech official who contradicted him. Bitcoin hits nearly a three-year peak, and closes in on a record high value. The French flying ‘Jetman’ has died in a training accident in Dubai. TikTok has added tougher controls for parents to keep tabs on their children.

Dinosaurs would have continued breeding on Earth when they were wiped out by asteroid, study finds. A robot is enforcing mask-wearing and social distancing at store in Japan.

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Musk rakes in billions as astronauts dock with ISS, Christmas work parties on Zoom and QR codes at the chemist.

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:00:42 GMT

Elon Musk breaks into top three world’s richest people as Tesla stock soars. Virgin Galactic announces postponement of key test flight of its spacecraft because of a surge in Covid-19 cases in New Mexico. Pharmacy CVS has become the first retailer in the US to allow customers use PayPal and Venmo QR codes for checkout payments. Social network founders Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey will appear once more before members of the Senate Judiciary Committee over speech moderation on their platforms. Companies are turning to Zoom video-conferencing to organise their festive get-togethers at a time of zero-contact. Huawei sells budget phone-maker Honor. French radio station in online obituaries gaffe.

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Covid tests keep Musk from Nasa launch, TikTok gets brief Trump reprieve and drones spy on sun-seekers

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:01:41 GMT

Four Nasa astronauts blast off for the ISS on the first non-demo SpaceX flight. Microsoft says state-backed hackers from North Korea and Russia have been targeting organisations working on a coronavirus vaccine. The Trump administration has extended a deadline for ByteDance to restructure ownership of its short-form video app TikTok in the US amid legal battle. Ticketmaster UK fined $1.62m for failing to keep its customers’ personal data secure. YouTube ditches ‘rewind’ video for pandemic-hit 2020. Lifeguards will fly drones on Sydney’s famous Bondi beach to ensure sunbathers stay socially distanced. Kickstarter has finally replied to some customer service complaints - from seven years ago.

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‘Planet hunter’ space telescope given green light to explore worlds outside our solar system

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 13:00:28 GMT

The planet hunter, the world’s first space telescope, has been given the green light to study atmospheres of planets outside our own solar system. Professor Giovanna Tinetti says it’ll give a fuller picture of what exoplanets are made of, how they were formed, how they evolve and provide us with a better understanding of our own planet too. Plus, a two-million-year-old skull of a distant human cousin is discovered, Elon Musk ‘tests positive and negative for Covid-19 and, TikTok survives another day in the US.

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SpaceX to launch ISS ‘taxi service’, ‘factory-in-a-box’ could churn out 600 vaccines a minute & robot monster wolves

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:00:34 GMT

Elon Musk’s aerospace company is to send four astronauts into low-Earth orbit on a Crew Dragon capsule and Falcon 9 rocket on Sunday - the first commercial human spaceflight system in history. Plus, a ‘factory in a box’ could produce 600 doses of RNA vaccines a minute, black and Asian ethnicities are up to twice as likely to be infected with Covid-19 and, a town in Japan deploys robot monster wolves to protect against hungry bears.

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Apple’s M1 chip to have a ‘profound impact’ on Macs, Russia’s Covid-19 vaccine ‘92% effective’, a new monkey already critically endangered

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:00:11 GMT

Apple’s M1 silicon chip promises a profound impact on performance of their computers. The tech giant says this will include better battery life, instant wake from sleep mode and the ability to run iOS apps. Plus, Russia says its Sputnik V vaccine is 92% effective against Covid-19, the newly discovered Popa langur is set to be listed as critically endangered and Santa prepares for a socially distanced Christmas.

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Covid jab could be rolled out by Christmas, Xbox Series X launch, & a moon that glows in the dark

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:00:38 GMT

England’s deputy chief medical officer and the UK’s health secretary have cautiously raised hopes a coronavirus vaccine could be rolled out by Christmas. Former director of the World World Health Organisation's cancer programme Karol Sikora says the vaccine is ‘elegant’ but has some downsides. Plus, loser.com now redirects to Donald Trump’s Wikipedia page, Xbox Series X launches in the UK, and Jupiter's Europa moon may glow in the dark.

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Virgin Hyperloop’s first passenger journey, mouthwash could fight coronavirus, the first electric wingsuit takes flight

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:00:38 GMT

Virgin Hyperloop has trialled its first every journey with two passengers on board. The pair were strapped to a pod as they hurtled down a 500 metre track at 100 miles per hour. Its hoped the system could eventually transport people at 670mph. Plus, how mouthwash could be a secret weapon against coronavirus, the first electric wingsuit takes flight and, a stolen 4 billion-year-old meteorite returns to its owners.

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Facebook’s double-click misinformation crackdown, bionic piano gloves and $1 billion Bitcoin mystery solved

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 13:18:13 GMT

New measures to fight election misinformation on Facebook are announced as YouTubers are accused of profiting from peddling election falsehoods. Nearly $1 billion worth of Bitcoin sent in a mystery transaction is revealed as going to the US government. Peleton are earning big profits from an at-home pandemic workout boom. SpaceX launch US Space Force satellite, as Elon Musk promotes Tesla tequila. The Brazilian concert pianist who can play Bach again thanks to 3D-printed bionic gloves.

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Mystery over $1 billion Bitcoin transaction, why tunes give us the chills - and fancy a glass of Klingon bloodwine?

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 13:00:13 GMT

Facebook has added warning labels to both Trump and Biden posts as protests flare at ballot-counting centres in US presidential election. Someone just made a Bitcoin transaction of nearly $1 billion that could be linked to Silk Road on the dark web. Finally, an answer to mystery radio waves beamed across the galaxy? Nintendo’s bumper profits during lockdown, and how a British company is teaming up with Santa’s tech elves to magic up some socially-distanced Christmas cheer. Neuroscientists find out why songs make us go all wistful and do you fancy stocking up the cellar with Klingon bloodwine?

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Gremlins in the US election computers, the Covid-era middle class private flights boom and swimming burritos

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 13:00:00 GMT

As election fever grips the US, some states have suffered IT problems causing waits at polling stations, while President Trump is once more reprimanded by Twitter for “misleading” tweets. How a NASA astronaut voted in space and the 5G drones British firms say could beam down high-speed internet. TikTokker reprimanded by ads watchdog. The downfall of mobile video app Quibi. The middle class private charter boom and how scientists have spotted a rare ‘swimming burrito’.

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Covid cybersecurity alert, pandemic job tips on TikTok and a chatbot for lonely people

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:02:20 GMT

Britain’s National Cybersecurity Centre battles wave of Covid crime. How pandemic jobseekers are turning to TikTok to fine-tune their interview skills, while Amazon is taking on more staff in the boom. Is that a normal cough or a Covid cough? A new documentary follows the struggles of neuroscientist trying to map the human brain. How a children’s song is the most popular on YouTube and meet Steve Worswick, the developer who built an award-winning AI chatbot that lonely people are confiding in.

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Fake Biden video suckers Twitter users and the flying car bringing Back to the Future to life

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 13:00:00 GMT

More than 1 million people have viewed a fake Joe Biden rally video. Facebook sees revenue grow amid pandemic bounce. Scientists use Tinder’s swipe left and right swiping feature to help improve to quality of images used to investigate illnesses such as dementia. Citizens Advice warns scammers and tricksters are flourishing during Covid. The flying sports car that can go from road vehicle to aircraft in just three minutes and has flown 1,500ft in the air during a test flight. League of Legends final goes live in Shanghai and meet Disney’s creepy skinless robots that eyeballs you during conversation.

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Free-floating planet excites astronomers, Star Wars becomes art & octopuses taste with their tentacles

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 13:00:56 GMT

A new planet has been discovered floating ‘untethered’ around the Milky Way. How medtech for people with diabetes is helping give elite cyclists an edge. New Mandalorian 2 series on Disney+ inspires an oil portrait now hanging with Star Wars greats in a project by the National Portrait Gallery. The socially-distanced robots giving you the best view in the house of a new art show. How a year of protests and the pandemic influenced 2020’s biggest game, and why octopuses can taste with their tentacles.

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Jack Dorsey on social media bias, Grand Theft Auto dreams, and a song inspired by a Nasa robot dying on Mars

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:00:50 GMT

Social media giants in focus as bosses are grilled by senators about what can and can't be said on their platforms - who calls the shots? The FBI issues a warning to hospitals already stretched to the limit dealing with Covid patients of a "credible threat" from hackers. Why devising Grand Theft Auto scripts gave a writer strange dreams. How the "death" of Nasa's Opportunity robot inspired an emotional song and why automated bots are replacing people to vet loan applications from businesses suffering the financial fallout of the pandemic.

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The hunt for ‘weird’ life on Saturn & why Apple wants Google’s web search crown | Wednesday, 28th October 2020

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:00:42 GMT

Nasa reveals a bizarre new molecule found on one of Saturn’s frozen moons, spied from a megatelescope back on Earth. President Trump fails to stamp out TikTok as the social media app eyes expansion. Just ‘Apple it’? Macbook-maker develops search engine to rival Google. Snapchat survey shows how lonely many people have become during the pandemic, but is technology a good placebo for human contact? Gorillas remember a friendly face, even years after last seeing them. Hook-up app Tinder unveils new video calling function.

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Nasa finds water molecules on the moon, but what does that mean for the future of lunar exploration? | Tuesday, 27th October 2020

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:00:07 GMT

Molecules of H20 have been detected on the sunlit surface of the moon using an infrared telescope, but what does that mean for the future of lunar exploration? A new Space Calendar is being launched to keep track of big events, The Orionid meteor shower is still going so set your alarm, plus over 100 murder hornets were found and removed from a nest in Washington.

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Nasa using artificial intelligence to help classify new craters on Mars | Monday, 26th Oct 2020

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:00:20 GMT

Artificial intelligence helps Nasa classify new craters on Mars, the International Space Station turns 20 this week, Imran Khan requests a ban on Islamophobia on Facebook in a letter to mark Zuckerburg, UK PM Boris Johnson accused of bias as he's expected to outline his trust in the likes hydrogen, clean cars, offshore wind power and much more to fix climate change and in America, Dr Anthony Fauci says a Covid vaccine result could come by the end of this year.

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Huawei Mate 40: first flagship phone WITHOUT Google services | Friday, 23rd October 2020

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:00:24 GMT

Huawei unveils their first series of their flagship to launch since Donald Trump’s intervention. A Dutch security expert claims he guessed the President's Twitter password on his fifth attempt. Social media platforms summoned over alleged censorship over Hunter Biden story. Can the President kill the internet? Millions of Brits go into tough coronavirus restrictions. Quibi - TikTok for adults gets culled. And the songbird that’s both male and female.

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Nasa appear to have made “exciting new discovery” on the Moon | Thursday, 22nd October 2020

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 12:00:04 GMT

Nasa says they have made an “exciting new discovery” about the Moon and plan a big event to tell us what is it soon, Astronaut Chris Cassidy and 63 of his Crew have safely touched back down on earth after a 196 day mission, incredible photos are released of the moment the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft touched an asteroid this week and PayPal are now accepting crypto currency.

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Nasa spacecraft makes historic touchdown | Wednesday, October 21 2020

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 12:00:01 GMT

Nasa spacecraft has made an historic touchdown on an asteroid dodging boulders the size of buildings to collect samples of cosmic rubble, Google is slapped with an antitrust Lawsuit by the Justice Department, Vivo is making waves in Europe rolling out its phones to 6 new countries and, Fortnitemares is back for Halloween.

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Robin Hood hackers donate ill-gotten gains to charities | Tuesday, 20th October 2020

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:00:24 GMT

Hackers have announced on the Dark Web that they have donated money, which was taken as part of a ransomware attack, to charities. Although, at least one of the charites has said that it will not accept any money from illegal activity. Playstation have released a new theme for the Playstation 4 that honours the Black Lives Matter movement. Scientists have determined the scariest film of all time. US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has invited people to play Among Us on Twitch. Amazon has announced the winner of the 2020 Amazon Kindle Storyteller Award in the UK. And Japan has announced countermeasures following a cyber attack by the Russian intelligence.

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US election: Social media censorship or due diligence? | Monday, October 19 2020

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Social media is at the centre of the misinformation narrative ahead of November’s election. Coronavirus updates as infections increase across Europe. Black men urged to join prostate cancer study. The peak of the Orionid meteor shower hits this week. NASA is landing a probe on an asteroid. A 2000-year-old etching of a cat found in the Peruvian desert. And, 2k games adds in-game commercials.

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Women bear brunt of pandemic knock-on effects | Friday, October 16 2020

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 12:00:13 GMT

An Evening Standard investigation has revealed the full scale of the crisis facing working mothers as a result of the pandemic. Women-founded companies have been hit particularly hard as they battle to care for their children and keep jobs at the same time. Plus, Russia claims the British coronavirus vaccine could turn people into monkeys, 3D holograms could be the future of live events, and PlayStation unveils the new UI for PS5.

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Why the Hunter Biden allegations are being "censored" on social media | Thursday, 15th October 2020

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Twitter and Facebook restricting posts connected to a tabloid story ahead of the election. The satellite and rocket with a chance of colliding. The latest ISS residents get there in record time. The UK to build 'space petrol station'. Virgin Galactic readies its next venture. Is it too late for a ‘circuit breaker’ lockdown? How a blood test could predict severe coronavirus symptoms. Sega is 60. And what will the top tech toys be this Christmas?

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iPhone 12 comes with a bionic chip but no headphones | Wednesday, 14th October 2020

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:56:16 GMT

Apple launches four new handsets all with super speedy 5G. Jeff Bezos’ rocket gets another test launch. The latest ISS recruits blast off from Kazakhstan. The ‘water bears’ that can survive radiation. A British man loses hearing after suffering from coronavirus. A vitamin D trial to see if the supplement can help the fight in the pandemic. Twitter shuts down several fake accounts purporting to be from black Trump supporters AND X Box X gets backwards compatibility.

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The iPhone 12's expected to launch tonight, here's what we know | Tuesday, 13th October 2020

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:00:56 GMT

New chips and 5G for the smartphone giants, but what else will the hotly anticipated device do? Chinese rivals Huawei announce the launch event for the Mate 40. Can coronavirus help us understand our seas better? Is Iceland about to send another travel disrupting volcanic eruption our way? Have scientists found the key to ending mosquito bites? And, the free to play game that raked in 100$ million in two weeks.

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The EU to tackle the power of Silicon Valley | Monday, 11th October 2020

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Brussels is reported to be drawing up a list of the worlds most powerful tech firms – in a bid to impose new regulations. The UK's outlined a 3-tier coronavirus lockdown system. Seven nations say end-to-end encryption on social media could be harmful. How to see Mars shining bright tonight. Why you could be asking Google to tie your shoelaces. And Doctor Who is getting new games.

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US military dogs trialling augmented reality goggles for combat | Friday, October 9 2020

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 12:00:21 GMT

The US army is trialling new tech for their combat dogs. Augmented reality goggles developed by Command Sight are being tested so handlers can give commands from a distance. Soldiers see what the dog sees through a video stream, giving directions via a visual indicator inside the dog’s goggles. Plus, the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to the World Food Programme, human ‘microevolution’ means babies are being born without wisdom teeth and, Fall Guy: Ultimate Knockout season 2 launches with a medieval theme.

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Boeing 747: British Airways’ Queen of the Skies takes off for the last time | Thursday, October 8 2020

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:01:05 GMT

British Airways' final two Boeing 747 planes departed on their final flight from Heathrow on Thursday. Their retirement was brought forward as the coronavirus pandemic wreaked havoc on the aviation sector. The fleet will be replaced with a quieter, more fuel efficient model as BA works towards a zero-carbon emissions target. Plus, the US congress warns the big four tech giants are creating a ‘monopoly’, Clean Air Day sparks new ways for schools to go green and, the Draconid meteor shower is set to light up our skies.

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QAnon pages banned on all Facebook platforms | Wednesday, 7th October 2020

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 12:00:19 GMT

Facebook has stepped up the battle to move the fringe conspiracy theorists off its sites. SpaceX inks deal with US Department of Defense. September was the worlds hottest on record. London scientists hoping to track genetic data of coronavirus to safeguard hospitals. The two-metre-long, toothless dinosaur giving clues about evolution. Is the iPhone 12 coming? Apple announces a virtual event. Netflix getting rid of one judgemental feature. And Super Nintendo World gets an opening date, finally.

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Unmasking online coronavirus misinformation as Trump leaves hospital | Tuesday, 6th October 2020

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 12:00:10 GMT

President Trump is out of the hospital but is he out of the woods? We take a look at some of the Covid misinformation floating around the net. Back in the UK, government's latest coronavirus gaff involves test and trace and a really big Excel spreadsheet. How a London addiction centre is helping gamers. Instagram has its tenth birthday and Apple updates the masked face emoji to give it a smile. Will you get your X Box X in time?

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What is dexamethasone and why has it been given to Donald Trump? | Monday, October 5 2020

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump’s doctor, Sean Conley, says the President is being treated with dexamethasone, a steroid typically given to patients with severe cases of Covid-19. It's added to the confusing and at times contradictory updates on Mr Trump’s health since he was admitted to hospital three days ago. Plus, Proud Boys takes on a new meaning, Mars is closer to Earth than it will be for 15 years, and the Nobel Prize is awarded for medicine.

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Donald Trump’s age, weight and gender ‘put him at higher risk of severe Covid-19’ | Friday, October 2nd 2020

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 12:00:59 GMT

Donald Trump has tested positive for Covid-19 and experts say he has at least three risk factors for contracting it severely: his age, weight and gender. At 74-years-old and medically obese, the US President is at a higher risk of hospitalisation or death. Meanwhile, his Democratic challenger 77-year-old Joe Biden, is also taking precautions after sharing a debate stage with him on Tuesday. Plus, 20,000 Amazon employees test positive for coronavirus, how lettuce could provide a morale boost on Mars, and a $23 million toilet is set to blast off to the moon via the ISS.

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Google’s Pixel 5 ‘designed with effects of a pandemic in mind’ | Thursday, October 1st 2020

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 12:00:25 GMT

Google’s vice president Rick Osterloh has officially announced the Pixel 5, and he says it’s been designed with the effects of a pandemic in mind. While they didn’t predict the coronavirus crisis, they did anticipate an economic downturn. So, the latest model has lost some of its headline features to make it more affordable. But, the Evening Standard’s Mark Blunden says it will still pay to shop around. Plus, Neanderthal genes linked to severe Covid-19, scientists discover a spider web of galaxies around a supermassive black hole, and what to expect from the latest release of Apple's emojis.

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The Presidential debate row's spilling into the online world| Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 12:00:18 GMT

US Democrat candidate Joe Biden’s team has sent a letter to Facebook, angry at their alleged inaction in safeguarding the election. Also, The ISS’s desperate middle of the night search for a leak. Is a super enzyme coming to eat all of our plastic? David Attenbourgh's warning about the "grave danger" facing the world. Are women being unethically targeted by eggs freezing firms? Britain’s first hydrogen train makes its debut. AirBnb hit with UK tax bill. Amazon letting you book virtual experiences. And some PlayStation 5 rumours.

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Rapid coronavirus testing for low/middle income nations – Silver bullet for pandemic? | Tuesday 29th September 2020

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 12:00:02 GMT

WHO will deliver 120 million Covid-19 tests to developing nations. Microsoft 365 back up after outage – what does this mean for WFH life? Paying with your palm – Amazon’s new trick to make payments totally digitless. Life on Mars – we look at research from an Italian study. Why are some people left handed? Jetpack paramedics coming to the Lake District. New Jurrasic World themed ride announced by Universal Studios and FarmVille coming to an end.

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Clock to block TikTok stopped again – Trump’s ban halted by US Federal Court | Monday 28th September 2020

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:00:22 GMT

The video sharing platform stumbles on after a federal judge issued a temporary injunction on the US government's attempt to remove it from stores. 64 world leaders make huge commitments to protect the environment from 64 but critics say some important ones missing. How some smartphone users are fixing their own devices despite alleged ‘planned obsolescence’. Uber wins its appeal to keep operating in London. The launch of shoebox-sized satellites. Coronavirus news – new drugs and the NHS app. Dynasty Wars 9 announced and is WhatsApp bringing in expiring photos?

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Facebook’s planning an ‘artificial reality’ for wearers of its smart glasses | Friday, 25th September

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:00:22 GMT

New documents reveal Facebook is looking to change people’s perception of the world. The firm appears to be planning for wearers of its smart glasses to be absorbed in their own ‘artificial reality’ as they go about daily life. Some critics are calling the plan ‘very black mirror’ but others welcome the tech as a new way to stay connected. Plus, Amazon’s new security drone raises privacy fears, the world’s first hydrogen powered commercial airplane takes flight, and Fortnite prepares to celebrate its 3rd birthday.

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The UK's coronavirus tracing app doesn't work on older phones | Thursday, September 24 2020

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 12:00:39 GMT

The UK’s health secretary, Matt Hancock, has already been forced to defend technical issues with the rollout of the contact tracing app. After months of delay, now people with older phones say they’re having issues downloading it. But Matt Hancock says this is a ‘tipping point’ in the fight against coronavirus, which is seeing a second wave across Britain. Plus, Google launches a Covid-19 data layer for maps, downloading iOS 14 could mean losing Fortnite, and a new project means you can ‘listen’ to images of the Milky Way.

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$50 billion wiped from Tesla as Elon Musk claims cheaper EV ready in three years | Wednesday, September 23rd 2020

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 12:00:36 GMT

Elon Musk has claimed a more affordable electric car from Tesla will be ready ‘in about three years’. But, his claim at his annual ‘Battery Day’ event did little to excite investors who wiped $50 billion from its market value. Plus, Facebook removes fake accounts that tried to disrupt US politics, Tom Cruise is heading to space, Nasa astronauts avoid a potential collision with space junks and, and Last of Us celebrations renamed amid the pandemic.

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‘Horrible experiment’ appears to suggest Twitter’s image crop tool is racially biased | Tuesday, September 22 2020

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:00:34 GMT

Twitter is investigating after a ‘horrible experiment’ appeared to suggest its image cropping tool was racially biased. A San-Francisco-based programmer tweeted two examples of a picture where President Barack Obama was cropped out when he appeared in an image with Republican Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, saying it was ‘another example of racism manifesting in machine learning algorithms’. Plus, a ‘crazy’ year leads to record sea ice melt in the Arctic, the Halo Infinite delay could mean new features and, North America might soon see an explosion of super pigs.

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UK Coronavirus cases surging again – are restrictions coming back? | Monday 21st September 2020

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 12:13:35 GMT

Britain’s top coronavirus advisers warn of a need to get new infections under control. President Trump’s WeChat ban blocked over free speech claims. TikTok gets a reprieve through a Oracle/Walmart deal and a promise to give money to US education. 28 days without spots on the sun – as we enter a new solar cycle. The asteroids flying by. China is losing Australian space tracking stations. Electric and hybrid sales over take diesel cars in the UK for the first time. Could banks verify your identity using just your face? The wealthiest 1% creating the bulk of our emissions - are we surprised?

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Woman’s death in German hospital thought to be first from a ransomware attack | Friday, September 18 2020

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

A German hospital is thought to have recorded the first death - directly or indirectly - from a ransomware attack. A woman died after the hospital’s IT systems failed following an attack by hackers and she had to be transferred to another city for treatment. Plus, 53 million tonnes of plastic waste could enter waterways every year by 2030, a new reality show plans to send the winner to outer space, the Ig Nobel prize winners are announced and, All Stars Super Mario 3D launches to mixed reviews.

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PlayStation 5 launch marks start of console war with XBox Series X | Thursday, 17th September 2020

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:00:28 GMT

Sony has revealed its PlayStation 5 will be released just two days after XBox Series X and have the same price tag as its rival. It marks the start of 2020’s next-gen console war - and Sony’s armed itself with the latest instalment of Final Fantasy as well as the highly anticipated Hogwarts Legacy. Plus, hackers target the global video game industry, the discovery of a new mass extinction event and Nasa makes a surprise discovery in the orbit of a dead star.

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Apple’s Fitness+ should have rivals worried, experts say | Wednesday, 16th September 2020

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 12:03:18 GMT

Apple unveiled a number of new products at its latest virtual event but its the new Fitness+ service that experts say should have rivals worried. The subscription-based workout platform runs off the Apple Watch, which saw two new models released on Tuesday evening. But, iPhone fans will have to wait a few more weeks to see any new updates. Plus, Kim Kardashian West boycotts social media, Scientific American endorses a presidential candidate for the first time and scientists discover the oldest known fossilised animal sperm.

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Take me to your planet? The world reacts to the possibility of life on Venus | Tuesday 15th September 2020

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 12:02:13 GMT

Nasa's so excited, it wants to make the planet a priority for space missions. And will Mars be next? the Evening Standard talks to the UCL team recreating the red planet's extreme conditions in London’s commuter belt for a future search for life. If 2020 wasn’t stressful enough, an asteroid is entering earth's orbit on Thursday. Creating super livestock from super sperms. LG’s winged phone to rival Samsung. YouTube’s TikTok rival soft-launches in India. And what are big tech companies doing to neutralise their carbon footprint?

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TikTok has rejected Microsoft as their preferred US buyer | Monday 14th September 2020

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The parent company of the video app TikTok has opted for Oracle over Microsoft after Trump forced it to sell the app. British chips bought by the Americans – they’ve promised jobs for the UK. Should social media companies be doing more to combat harmful online video? Worrying news out of Greenland as ice breaks off. Coronavirus surging again – how long can this go on for? And could Instagram start charging?

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Microsoft says Russia, China and Iran are behind hacking attempts on more than 200 organisations | Friday 11th September 2020

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:01:19 GMT

US political parties were among those targeted, after Microsoft security software thwarted most of the attempts. And travel firms are also being blasted for failing to secure their websites despite previous cyberattacks. Reforms have been proposed to alter laws in the UK targeting online abuse. A new study suggests the public's confidence in vaccines is improving in the UK and Europe, but there are "hesitancy hotspots". The professional gamer, Ninja, returns to Twitch, while Ubisoft announces a collaboration with the rapper Stormzy for Watch Dogs: Legion and releases its Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake. The NFLStreams subreddit on Reddit gets banned. We hear about two UK-made nanosatellites the size of a shoebox, and why is NASA buying moon dirt?

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China demands Twitter investigate ambassador’s ‘like’ of pornographic video | Thursday, 10 September 2020

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 12:02:44 GMT

China is demanding Twitter investigate a ‘hack’ after the account of its ambassador to the UK liked a pornographic post. Liu Xiaoming retweeted an official statement condemning the ‘attack’, saying: ‘A good anvil does not fear the hammer’. Plus, Portland bans facial recognition tech, Apple makes its own face mask, the world’s animal populations are in ‘freefall’, and a search of 10 million solar systems has turned up no signs of life.

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Oxford Vaccine trials "paused" as patient experiences adverse reaction | Wednesday 9th September 2020

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Oxford scientists have had to put the stoppers on their trials of a new Covid vaccine as a UK Patient has had an adverse reaction, Apple files a counter lawsuit accusing the makers of Fortnite of being greedy, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is back - this time in virtual action, plus Sonic the Hedgehog is about to turn 30 and we could be about to get some extra added bonus games, and a very unusual earthquake appears to have rocked the states all the way from New jersey to Brooklyn.

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South Korea-based PUBG decides to ditch Chinese Tencent and publish all games in India itself | Tuesday 8th September 2020

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 12:00:22 GMT

After PUBG Mobile and Mobile Lite were banned in India last week citing security concerns, the corporation now wants to work directly with the Indian government to find a solution. New reports suggest businesses of the future will be based on a mix of AI tech, and robots could be introduced to help care for the elderly after Pepper was a hit with older adults. And talking of bots, Amazon's autonomous delivery vehicle Scout has a development boost. Also, an aquanaut wants to build the marine version of the ISS, and a new floating Apple store opens in Singapore. Get your lightsabers ready as The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu launches today on PS4. Did a Chinese rocket booster land dangerously close to a school playground? And, it's Star Trek Day 2020!

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UK ‘likely to have coronavirus vaccine by early next year’ | Monday, September 7th 2020

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:00:43 GMT

UK health secretary Matt Hancock has dramatically raised hopes of a Covid-19 vaccine in the coming months. He told LBC radio it was ‘looking up’ that a jab could be available soon after trials if it's approved - potentially by early next year. Plus, Virgin Galactic’s next crewed test flight planned for October, 90s game Doom played on a pregnancy test and, cheating on Fall Guy: Ultimate Knockout to be stamped out.

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Facebook’s US election ad ban ‘wont stop spread of fake news’ | Friday, September 4th 2020

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Experts warn Facebook’s bid to stop misinformation in the week leading up to the US election by banning paid political ads will do little to stop the organic spread of fake news. They also say - and the President agrees - it’ll limit the ability to counteract bogus claims at crunch time. Plus, the FTSE 100 makes gains despite a sudden sell off of tech stocks across the Pond, the moon is rusting and it might be Earth’s fault and, grinning turtles make a comeback.

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Social media giants fail to remove 95% of anti-vaccine misinformation | Thursday 3rd September 2020

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The Center for Countering Digital Hate and Restless Development said their Failure to Act report shows social networks are failing in their own misinformation policies. A new £500-million funding package will support trials of a 20-minute test for Covid-19. Also as tensions continue to escalate between India and China along its disputed land border, the Indian government has blocked more Chinese phone apps. A quantum breakthrough means the world is one step closer to having a totally secure internet. By the year 2245 half the planet's atoms could be digital data. Wildfires have set a record for carbon emissions so far this year. And Europe's Vega rocket is back in action, as SpaceX set to launch 60 Starlink satellites today.

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FBI takes down social media accounts "connected to Russian Intelligence" | Wednesday 2nd September 2020

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:00:01 GMT

The FBI says its foiled attempts by a group with links to the Kremlin to "interfere in US public debate" with the shutdown of several accounts on Facebook and Twitter. In India, Facebook execs face a grilling over hate speech and political bias. New research suggest steroids could reduce risk of death by 20% in Covid patients, ZTE drops the worlds first Selfie camera phone and Joe Biden jumps into Animal Crossing on Nintendo.

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Facebook's threatening to scrap sharing news in Australia | Tuesday 1st September 2020

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

New Australian media laws could mean Facebook rips news sharing from its pages there in a row over whether the social networking giant, and Google, pay for certain services, Ubisoft's apologising for imagery that showed a terrorist using a fist raised in a similar way to Black Power activists. Actress Bella Thorne says sorry for leading OnlyFans users up the garden path about $200 photographs; plus Elon Musk's latest invention for Tesla means speed limit signs will be detectable while on autopilot.

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Tik Tok beauty hacks are being given a health warning | Friday 28th August 2020

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Doctors and dentists are among medical experts in the UK warning people not try some Tik Tok beauty hacks at home. They say advice encouraging people to do things like whiten their teeth with bleach, or use eyelash glue on lips, can be harmful. Also, Amazon's new fitness band can analyse your emotions by listening to your voice, Countdown's Susie Dent's been giving Alexa lessons in local dialects, and Katy Perry's busy week's rounded off with the release of a new video game.

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Fortnite launches Season 4 with a new Battle Pass from its App Store | Thursday 27th August 2020

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Today sees the launch of the new season of Fortnite, which as teasers had previously revealed will have a Marvel theme and it’s the first time in Fortnite's history that an entire season will be themed around an existing IP.

The White House has announces significant funding over the next 5 years in a dozen scientific centres dedicated to the study of artificial intelligence and quantum information science and why flat faced dog breeds popularity may be their undoing.

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China accuses US U-2 spy plane of trespassing into no-fly zone | Wednesday 26th August 2020

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Beijing has accused the US of sending a U-2 spy plane into a no-fly zone to "trespass" on live-fire exercises. Also, AI vs. a human fighter pilot... who won? Scientists find out how our perception of probability changes our ability to make decisions. Then in gaming, possible new modes for Call of Duty have been leaked, and ArenaNet bring Guild Wars 2 over to Steam. How much has Bella Thorne made on OnlyFans in less than a week? Could you handle less screen time if it meant winning $1000? And a 166 million-year-old dinosaur bone has been discovered in Scotland.

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Google ‘will always pay the tax its required to pay’ | Tuesday, August 25 2020

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Google’s UK boss Ronan Harris insists the tech giant will always pay the tax that it's required to… but that it was up to the government to decide on the amount. Tech firms are facing accusations they don’t pay enough in the countries where they operate but Harris says for Google, the ‘bone of contention’ is that most of their payments go to California. Plus, UK police are getting a new Taser ‘that’s more painful and has a higher risk of hitting passers-by', the Earth has lost 28 trillion tonnes of ice in 23 years and pregnant women might have to cut caffeine altogether.

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Can convalescent plasma treatment help boost Donald Trump's re-election chances? | Monday, August 24 2020

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:02:47 GMT

Donald Trump has issued an emergency order making it easier for doctors to treat Covid-19 using the blood plasma of those who’ve recovered from the disease. But, while the president may hope this new push could help him make up ground in the polls… studies show the treatment is far from a breakthrough. Plus, AI could block harmful content as its being live streamed and, did a Russian cosmonaut spot UFOs from the ISS?

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Mark Zuckerburg faces another grilling in Congress | Friday 21st August 2020

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

It's emerged Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerburg's faced more questions in congress over why the company bought rival Instagram. Netflix has apologised after thousands campaigned to get a poster for new film Cuties removed due to its portrayal of an 11 year old girl, US news providers ask Apple to take less of their profits through subscription services and China's Alibaba tries to smooth the path for long term peace with Donald Trump.

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GCSE students line up for ‘dream” Tech jobs | Thursday 20th August 2020

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

As 950,000 pupils receive their GCSE results, “the dream” is to land a job in tech, according to a new Samsung survey, Google's tackling troubles with its G-suite services including Gmail, Its official, Apple is the world's biggest company, Elon Musk’s Space X has raked in some extra funding, AirBnB's gearing up for what would be the biggest share sale of the year, and much to residents disgust Florida Keys is about to be invaded by 750 million genetically modified mosquitos.

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Covid-19 Loss of smell “much more profound” than other infections | Wednesday 19th August 2020

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Scientists think losing your sense of smell with Covid-19 could be an indication the disease affects sufferer's brains and nerve centres. Is Honey better than an antibiotic? President Trump’s TikTok battle rumbles on. Apple Music is getting a remix. Will your car be driving you to work? Do antibiotics affect birth control medicines? Meanwhile, Californian Uber users may not be able to ride from this week after a dispute over workers rights. And after a quarter of a century, we say goodbye to Internet Explorer!

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UP-cycling takes on a whole new meaning as Space X focuses on Rocket Recycling| Tuesday 18th August 2020

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

SpaceX is launching a record-breaking rocket mission, with an emphasis on recycling, Kanye West's taking on Tik Tok with ideas for a religious themed rival, the US tightens restrictions on Huawei’s access to chip technology, and Epic v Apple - who will win the gaming battle?

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Have we recorded earth’s hottest temperature ever? | Monday 17th August 2020

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:40:23 GMT

Google pens a letter to Australians saying new laws could harm their internet freedom. The Wakashio splits in two – endangering Mauritian wildlife. Is mindfulness doing more harm than good? Facebook's under fire for alleged ‘political bias’. Cornavirus research questioning whether lockdowns are making kids more susseptible to allergies. And your country needs you! UK coronavirus vaccine trials need more people.

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Epic’s legal challenge as Apple removes Fortnite from its App Store | Friday 14th August 2020

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:06:22 GMT

One of the world's most popular games on iPhones was taken down after makers Epic games offered an update that let players buy in-game currency at a lower rate if they bought direct - bypassing Apple. TikTok's US employees are planning to take on the Trump administration, as they say its executive order would make it illegal for their employer to pay them, but the administration has yet to reply to the accusations and find out why life’s a beach with new tech for flip flops.

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Bats caught in Thai caves as researchers probe coronavirus origins | Thursday, August 13, 2020

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 12:03:40 GMT

Researchers probing the origins of coronavirus have caught 200 bats in caves in Thailand. They hope to find a close match to the disease that will help shed light on the pandemic that has so far infected more than 20 million people and caused the deaths of 748,000 worldwide. Plus, Facebook and Instagram step up efforts to combat the spread of misinformation, WeChat plays down a looming US ban, and a faraway galaxy that looks like the MilkyWay could re-shape our thinking about how galaxies evolve.

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Experts urge caution of Russia’s newly approved coronavirus vaccine | August 12, 2020

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:20:00 GMT

Russian President Vladimir Putin says his daughter is one of the first recipients of a newly approved coronavirus vaccine that could begin rolling out in October. But experts are cautious about the claim, warning an unsafe jab could further worsen the pandemic. Plus, Twitter rolls out new tools to help curb abuse, a new cousin of the T-Rex has been discovered in England, and the Halo Infinite release is postponed to next year.

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Apple boss Tim Cook joins billionaire club as stocks soar | Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Tim Cook has been welcomed into an elite club... The Apple boss has hit billionaire status, joining Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and Microsoft’s Bill Gates. The tech giants are enjoying soaring share prices amid the pandemic as the world shifts online. Plus, calls grow to ban killer robots, Nasa followers mistake Jupiter for a pizza and, Google could start monitoring your baby’s heartbeat.

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Could Twitter be gearing up to buy TikTok? | Monday 10th August 2020

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

There are reports Twitter's entering the race to buy Tik Tok, but can the social media giant even afford it? How a potential TikTok ban has got sales booming for VPNs. Are we edging towards better Alzheimer's treatment? The potential rise of deadly bacteria in our oceans, and the potential loss of popular fish n chip staples from our seas. How coronavirus is affecting valuable climate research. And the oil slick devastating an island in the Indian Ocean.

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Donald Trump gives US firms 45 days to stop doing business with TikTok and WeChat. Friday 7th August 2020

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 12:00:26 GMT

The US President signed executive orders targeting the two Chinese apps to “protect national security”. So what exactly do the orders say? Ireland welcomes TikTok's plans to build a data centre, while Mark Zuckerberg becomes a 'Centibillionaire' after the rollout of Instagram Reels. SpaceX launches another 57 Starlink satellites, and a couple of others hitch along for the ride. EA Sports announces UFC 4 release and Dr Disrespect returns to streaming. Also we find out where a 240-million-year-old "stubby crocodile with a very, very long neck" used to live.

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Facebook and Twitter restrict Trump accounts over 'harmful' covid misinformation | Thursday 6th August 2020.

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The social media platform's removed posts from President Donald Trump that claimed children are 'immune' from the coronavirus. Meanwhile the US Secretary of State has outlined plans to ban "untrusted Chinese apps" from US app stores, as TikTok says it wants to open a data centre in Ireland. A new report though suggests a complete re-think of how data is collected and used is needed to prevent tech giants dominating our lives. Also, is there racial inequality in AI? And an FBI swat team raided the house of a YouTuber. Sony says Covid has vastly increased its game sales for PS4, while Capcom announces a series of characters from Rival Schools will join Street Fighter V. Find out about superbolt lightning in Jupiter's clouds... and which animal has been given the green light by the government to be re-introduced in Devon?

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Beirut explosion: What is ammonium nitrate and what makes it dangerous? | Wednesday, August 5 2020

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The likely cause of a devastating explosion in Beirut appears to be thousands of tonnes of ammonium nitrate that Lebanon’s prime minister says was left lying unsecured in a warehouse for six years. The chemical is commonly used for fertiliser.. So, what needs to go wrong to cause a disaster like this one? Plus, Nasa astronauts speak of their surprise at splashdown, Google+ users could receive $12 and scientists discover eleven new colonies of emperor penguins.

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Donald Trump demands ‘substantial portion’ of US TikTok sale | Tuesday, August 4th 2020

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:17:16 GMT

Donald Trump is demanding a cut from the sale of TikTok’s US unit if Microsoft - or any other American firm - buys it. The President also warned if there’s no deal then he’s banning the app from next month. Plus, hospitals around the world fended off millions of cyberattacks at the height of lockdown, a new supersonic jet could fly to Sydney from London in five hours and, Fortnite finally releases drivable cars.

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"Thanks for flying SpaceX." How Nasa's astronauts returned to Earth in the first splashdown in 45 years |Monday 3rd August 2020

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

We hear about the astronauts' 19-hour journey from the International Space Station and what was so different about this landing. Also how it's left Nasa optimistic about the future of human spaceflight despite an unexpected off-shoot to the mission. Trump 'plans to act' on security risks posed by Chinese software in social media apps while Microsoft is in talks to buy the US arm of TikTok and the company's owners ByteDance decide to move their head office to London. Egypt invites Elon Musk to visit the country so they can prove the pyramids weren't built by aliens, and Sir David Attenborough's back with a new TV show.

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More massive growth in Lockdown for tech titans | Friday 31st July 2020

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 12:01:41 GMT

Profits for the three months run up to June have been revealed by techs “big four” and after questions of how big is too big came up in congress it has emerged they are doing even better than expected. Should they pay for services like news though? Australia thinks so and just passed a new law, plus New York congress woman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is back in action and is fighting for the US Military to stop targeting and trying to recruit youngsters on Twitch

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Big tech grilled over ‘harmful’ power as Donald Trump ‘watches closely’ | Thursday, July 30 2020

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump, a long time critic of the big tech companies, says he’s ‘watching closely’ as bosses of Facebook, Amazon, Google and Apple are grilled over accusations their companies stifle competition. The President has urged Congress to crack down on them at an antitrust hearing - otherwise he’ll do it himself. Plus, Nasa’s mission to Mars is underway, a ‘life-changing’ rapid

coronavirus test could be available by Christmas, and a quarter of Britain’s mammals are facing extinction.

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The FAANGs are out at the US Congress | Wednesday 29 July 2020

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Tech titans Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple all face Congress as questions are raised about "how big is too big"? The quartet have reportedly racked up $5tn dollars between them. Also, the US is recommending two ex-Twitter colleagues are released after being accused of spying for Saudi Arabia, Kodak recieves US government backing for a stab at pharmaceuticals and it looks like the UK could be poised for space flight soon.

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Google's laying nearly 4000 miles of cable underwater to make the internet run faster |Tuesday 28th July 2020

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Google's new subsea cable will connect the US, the UK and Spain in a “significant upgrade” to current internet infrastructure. There’s been a discovery of kelp off the coast of Scotland, Ireland and France that has survived since the last Ice Age. We find out about some seriously-detailed martian maps that are going to help NASA's Mars 2020 rover land on The Red Planet, and hear about the UK researchers selecting the samples that'll be brought back to Earth. Also, why is daily internet use making older adults happier? We find out just how successful Valorant's launch was, and about a new rank system being introduced to the game. And not one, but two, whale stories! First, Talequah is pregnant again... she's the orca that stole everyone's hearts by carrying a dead baby calf with her for thousands of miles, and as the Natural History Museum gets ready to re-open, it's dusting off the 25 metre-long whale skeleton that hangs in its entrance.

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Twitter users are holding a 48-hour "walkout" over anti-Semitic posts shared by Wiley | Monday 27th July 2020

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

In protest at Twitter’s alleged “slow” response to anti-Semitic posts by grime artists Wiley, some of the platform’s high profile users are holding a 48-hour protest. Hong Kong’s launched their version of the Nasdaq as the US focus on China's tech titans increases and all eyes turn to Nasa's Perseverance Rover which is just days away from launching towards Mars.

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Pentagon reveals they still have a team of UFO hunters | 24th July 2020

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The Pentagon is found to have a team searching the skies for alien life form, despite claiming it was disbanded back in 2012. Also, Microsoft released more than 8 minutes of gameplay from upcoming Halo Infinite release as part of its Xbox Games Showcase and why scientists have made good use of the world in lockdown.

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Can China's Mars launch see it catch up with the US in the space race? | Thursday July 23rd 2020

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 12:00:40 GMT

China's blasted an unmanned probe towards Mars in its first independent mission to visit another planet. The country’s most ambitious Mars mission yet is a bold attempt to join the United States in successfully landing a spacecraft on the red planet. Also, Find out why professional sports organisations have been urged to tighten their cybersecurity. The Digital Secretary has said a change in US president is unlikely to see sanctions against Huawei eased. Plus, the sight of foxes rummaging through our rubbish bins for food isn’t an unfamiliar one, and now scientists say it may have been around for 42,000 years.

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Can we predict cancer years before symptoms show? Wednesday 22nd July 2020

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Chinese researchers say they’ve developed a blood test that can detect cancer mutations years before symptoms appear. Twitter is cracking down on far-right conspiracy theorists. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos sees his wallet bulge as he makes £10,000,000,000 in just one day. And researchers discover more about an Asteroid that hit 800 million years ago

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Are new laws needed to stop coronavirus conspiracies on social media? | Tuesday 21st July 2020

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

MPs say an online harms regulator should be appointed to hold social media platforms to account over misinformation. The US government imposes trade sanctions on 11 companies it says are implicated in human rights abuses in China. Greta Thunberg says she’s giving away the one million Euros she received for winning the Gulbenkian Prize, and in other environmental issues a new study has found an estimated 94,000 microplastics flow down sections of the River Thames every second. Also, the rapper Logic retires from music and signs an exclusive seven-figure deal with Twitch, SpaceX successfully launches South Korea's first military satellite, while the MoD contracts Airbus UK to create and launch one for the British forces. Guess how much three of the joysticks from the Apollo 11 command module sold for at auction? And scientists accidentally create... a hybrid fish.

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UAE spacecraft blasts off for Mars| Monday 20th July 2020

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

A United Arab Emirates spacecraft blasts off from a site in Japan on its journey to Mars. The spacecraft named Amal, or Hope, marks the start of the seven-month journey to the red planet.

An experimental drug trialed on critically ill coronavirus patients has prevented their disease from progressing in 79% of cases. KFC has teamed up with a Russian bioprinting firm to create the world's first laboratory-produced chicken nuggets. The UK government has admitted that England's COVID-19 Test and Trace programme has broken a data protection law.

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FBI Joins the hunt for the twitter hackers | Friday 17th July 2020

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

The FBI says it's launching an investigation into a Twitter hack that hit around 130 high profile accounts, including Barack Obama and Joe Biden. Meanwhile, it's reported Donald Trump may have been protected from the same cyber attack because of extra security already imposed on his account by the social media giant. Also, the UK government says it's "95% sure" Russia's behind attempts to steal data on coronavirus vaccine work. And Facebook's adding reminders to wear face masks in public to its news feed.

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Was the Twitter hack an inside job? |Thursday 16th July 2020

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

After the Twitter accounts of high profile users like Joe biden, Kanye West and Elon Musk got hacked, questions are being asked as to whether the Bitcoin scam was an inside job?

Plus what are the mysterious "campfires" captured on the closest ever images taken of the sun, and scientists competing over the age of the Universe have new data to work with as the Chilean Atacama Cosmology Telescope gets to work.

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China says UK banning of Huawei "disappointing and wrong.” | Wednesday 15th July 2020

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

China has responded after the UK banned Huawei from the 5G network.calling it "disappointing and wrong.” Meanwhile, President Trump's told reporters he was the reason for the UK's decision. Plus a millionaire 33 year old Tech CEO is believed to have been found murdered in New York and Nasa reveal 6 things you didn't know about the first ever aircraft set to land on Mars next year.

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Grant Imahara, former co-host of the TV science show Mythbusters, dies suddenly aged 49 |Tuesday 14th July 2020

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Reports suggest Grant Imahara who co-hosted the Discovery Channel science show passed away suddenly following a brain aneurysm. It’s a big day for Halo fans…Microsoft has brought Halo 3 to PC. Boris Johnson's set to make a major U-turn and bar Huawei from Britain’s 5G network, and we explain the issues surrounding Huawei, 5G and the UK. Why are numbers of women gamers in Asia growing faster than their male rivals? Also the Japan-based cryptocurrency exchange making BAT tokens available for trading, the likelihood of a large earthquake striking Southern California, and now you can visit "baby dragons".

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Tech boss quits after footage of him hurling racist abuse at Asian family goes viral | Monday, July 13 2020

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 11:45:01 GMT

Silicon Valley CEO Michael Lofthouse has stepped down after footage of him hurling abuse at an Asian family celebrating a birthday at a restaurant in California went viral. After his initial apology was criticised by some for not being genuine, the Solid8 boss quit and he says he’s since enrolled in an anti-racism program. Plus, Ubisoft launches a string of new games as it deals with reports of a toxic culture at the firm, three countries launch missions to Mars this week and new research has found Covid-19 antibodies may only last a few months.

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Juice WRLD fans crash Spotify, Apple Music with his new album release | Friday 10 July 2020

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

A rush for Juice WRLD's new album appeared to break streaming giants Spotify and Apple Music, with fans claiming they couldn't access the tracks shortly after the rapper's posthumous record was released. Chinese officials are warning of another virus discovered in Kazakhstan, that could be more deadline than Covid-19. And Instagram is all set to shut down the promotion of LGBT "conversion therapy."

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The world risks exceeding 1.5C global target | Thursday 9th July 2020

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

The world is heating up much faster than expected according to a new climate forecast and risks exceeding 1.5C in the next 5 years, Facebook slammed for being “too reactive and piecemeal” when it comes to hate speech and offensive content. Plus the UK and Australia team up to investigate practices of the facial recognition app Clearview AI.

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New comet Neowise could be visible with naked eye | Wednesday 8th July 2020

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Earthbound stargazers rush out with telescopes to find New Comet Neowise after Nasa Astronauts post pictures on Twitter, Nasa’s Curiosity Mars Rover starts a new road trip of discovery and Tik Tok deletes a collection of videos found to be using a "sickening" anti-Semitic song that amassed over 6.5 million views.

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Tik Tok pulls out of Hong Kong, and could the US ban the platform? | Tuesday 7th July 2020

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

TikTok will no longer be available for download in Hong Kong after China placed sweeping national security laws on the territory. Will the US follow suit? Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the government is “looking at” banning Chinese social media apps. China’s accused of trying to persuade high-profile individuals to back Huawei’s integration into the UK’s 5G network, and one of Silicon Valleys more secretive firms, Palantir, confidentially files paperwork to go public. Also NASA’s Hubble telescope finds a new galaxy far, far, away, Earth’s magnetic field can change ten times quicker than we first thought, and why is Arctic Siberia heating up faster than the rest of the world? And it’s the stuff of nightmares for some… a photo of a human-sized bat is freaking out the internet.

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US sanctions on Huawei could lead to phasing out from Britain’s 5G network | Monday, July 6 2020

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

The culture secretary warns US sanctions on Huawei are likely to have a ‘significant impact’ on the firm’s ability to play a role in the UK’s 5G network. Oliver Dowden told LBC he’ll be discussing the findings of a report on the Chinese tech firm with the Prime Minister, who has been under enduring pressure to halt the company’s involvement over concerns it presents a security risk. Plus, the Hubble telescope captures a fluffy galaxy, $330,000 pledged for space fragrance perfume and, a Sony factory churns out a PS4 every 30 seconds.

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Twitter removing ‘master/slave’ from programming language | Friday 3rd July 2020

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Twitter is the latest tech company to rethink their programming terminology to remove racially sensitive terms. It follows the conversation around Breaker founder Leah Culver, which we first talked about back in June on Tech and Science Daily.

Also: a new space tourism company plans to take you to the edge of space in a balloon, Fortnite launches a Captain America skin, and a partial lunar eclipse will be visible July 4th, Independence Day.

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The black hole that eats ‘a sun’ EVERY DAY | Thursday 2nd July 2020

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

The fastest-growing black hole in the universe now consumes the equivalent of a sun every day, according to new research.

Elsewhere in space, scientists have observed the remnants of a former gas giant found orbiting a star - while still others have found quantum fluctuations interacting with physical objects for the first time.

Plus:

Amazon have withdrawn their new game from the market after poor feedback. Facebook defends policies in the wake of boycotts by corporations. The British House of Lords have classified video game loot boxes as a form of gambling. And Zoom has promised to improve security, after concerns by customers.

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Robots to help care for patients in pandemic | 1st July 2020

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 11:45:00 GMT

A lab will open to research new ways to care for people at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. With the coronavirus crisis meaning human contact is limited, researchers hope to find affordable tech to support vulnerable people remotely. Also, Google Glass could be making a comeback, Disney says they have the best deepfakes yet to use in big budget films, and Myanmar fossils reveal striking features of prehistoric insects.

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Indian Tik Tok users devastated as 59 China made apps are banned in India | Tuesday 30th June 2020

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Indian Tik Tok users are devastated that the app has been banned in their country. Creators are being forced to turn to instagram and Youtube as 59 china-made apps are now blacklisted due to tensions between the two countries.

Meanwhile YouTube have taken down the channels of prominent white supremacists and Reddit have also jumped on the 'Ban wagon' taking down 2,000 individual forums - including r/The_donald which has long been a digital meeting point for Mr. Trump’s supporters. In space news, scientists report they may have discovered diamond rain on Uranus, and the answer to why a supernova-ready star suddenly cooled.

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Youtube star Shane Dawson apologises for his offensive content | Monday 29th June 2020

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Youtube star Shane Dawson has posted a 20 minute apology video on his channel for racist and offensive content - but he's been shot down by Jada and Jaden Smith, the mother and brother of Willow Smith, over footage of him pretending to masturbate over the 11-year-old on twitter. Plus, South Korean K-pop girls' group Black Pink’s comeback sets a world premiere record on YouTube, and, Quibi fails to live up to promise despite launch investment of $1.75bn.

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Jenna Marbles quits YouTube over offensive videos | Friday, June 26 2020

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Jenna Mourey, aka Jenna Marbles, has apologised to her 20 million YouTube subscribers and quit the platform over offensive videos posted in her channel’s early days. She’s taken down much of her early content and addressed videos of her wearing blackface makeup and slamming women who ‘slept around’. Plus, Twitch bans users over sexual assault claims, Virgin Galactic celebrates another successful spaceship test flight, and two ‘super-Earths’ have been discovered close to our own Earth.

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Highest ever UV levels could be seen on last day of UK heatwave | Thursday 25th June 2020

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 11:45:00 GMT

The UK is sweltering thorough a summer solstice heatwave, which the Met Office warns could see UV levels spike to record levels. Its website says the index rarely hits a maximum of eight, but on Thursday in parts of the South West, it could reach a level nine. Plus, diamonds that feature in the Crown Jewels may be ‘super deep’ gemstones, a moon orbiting Jupiter could host life, and Olympus

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Former UK chief scientific advisor warns easing lockdown ‘extraordinarily risky’ | Wednesday 24th June 2020

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 11:45:00 GMT

As the UK races to save summer, the former chief scientific advisor to the Government Sir David King says this is an ‘extraordinarily risky’ move. He says our focus should be on eliminating the virus before a likely second wave hits in winter. Plus, locked-down Brits are spending a quarter of their lives online, production ends for the iconic Segway, and Twitter continues to target Trump tweets.

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Apple confirms Macs will shift to using their own chips | Tuesday, June 23 2020

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:45:43 GMT

Apple boss Tim Cook confirms the firm is moving away from Intel chips to its own ARM-based processors. It says this is good news for developers and mean Apple can offer new features on its computers as well as improved performance. Plus, more highlights from WWDC 2020, Google workers petition against providing services to police departments, Facebook faces its own calls to stand up to racism, and a new coronavirus vaccine for animals.

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Did TikTok and K-Pop teens troll President Donald Trump? | Monday 22nd June 2020

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 11:45:50 GMT

Donald Trump’s comeback rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has prompted a big question: Did teenagers, TikTok users and fans of K-Pop music troll the president of the United States? They claim they reserved tickets for an event they were never going to attend, but Mr Trump’s team have blamed the media and protesters for the low turnout. Also, a ‘chilling’ report on cyber crime reveals huge sums were paid to hackers last year, an alternative Covid-19 test is being trialed in the UK, and all eyes are on Apple as they launch a virtual WWDC 2020.

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Cyber state attack on Australia blamed on China | Friday June 19th 2020

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 11:45:59 GMT

Australian PM Scott Morrison sends out a warning down under as China appears to be responsible for a major state cyber attack on their businesses and "all levels of government",

Matt Hancock gives UK Trace and track app to Apple and Google after NHS version fails, Apple rejects Facebook gaming app - again and Juneteenth celebrated as a Google Doodle.

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Twitter launches voice notes on the social platform | Thursday 18th June 2020

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:45:50 GMT

In a move the company says will let people find new ways to tell stories, Twitter's testing out a voice function on its iOS app. Soundbites of up to 140 seconds long are now being allowed, with the first one being released on the platform's own account. Also, Xbox has revealed the new start-up sound for its next console, and some think it sounds like the PS4's. People who rely on social media for information about coronavirus are apparently more likely to believe conspiracy theories and breach lockdown rules. Google’s to donate more than 175 million dollars to racial equity initiatives. And US astronauts on the ISS are looking forward to their first new toilet since the 1990s.

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Zuckerburg pledges to push people to the polls | Wednesday 17th June 2020

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:45:49 GMT

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerburg reveals plans to push 4 million people to the US polls creating the "largest voting information effort in US history". Users will be able to switch off political adverts in the run up though, Royal Ascot finds a way make tech work for them as they reopen on day two and Elon Musk may face a battle to keep investors happy as registration for Teslas cars take a lockdown hit.

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Dead by Daylight - Chapter 16 - is almost here | Tuesday 16th June 2020

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:45:11 GMT

Chapter 16 of Dead by Daylight - the horror game created by Behaviour Interactive - lands later on and we have a little teaser until the full release this afternoon. Elon Musk is getting his own way again with his new Tesla Model S car getting the long range seal of approval from the EPA and the EU is expected to reveal its full spectrum of competition concerns this week over Amazon as the online selling platform is felt to be monopolising online selling.

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Twitter cracks down on state-backed propaganda | Monday June 15th 2020

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 11:45:44 GMT

Twitter has announced that its removed more than 30,000 accounts from the platform being used to spread state-backed propaganda. The social media site said the accounts which had been removed were linked to China, Russia and Turkey also new research has revealed one in three Britons has been targeted by scammers since lockdown began, with a 19% increase in contacts about bogus testing kits, vaccinations and government refunds.

And why Google has been forced to apologise for hiding a photograph of Winston Churchill.

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The PS5 is finally revealed | Friday June 12th 2020

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:45:06 GMT

Sony's taken the wraps off its next generation console the PS5, with it's "bold" new look. Social media memes have already started, comparing the machine to objects like a wi-fi router and a duck beak, but the game previews, including a new Spider-Man with Miles Morales, have gone down very well. Also, 170,000 Twitter accounts have been binned by the platform over claims they were spreading propaganda for China. The inventor of the World Wide Web, Sir Tim Berners Lee, says the coronavirus pandemic has revealed the “gross inequality” of a world where half the population can’t get online. And geologists are trying to work out what’s caused a lake in India to suddenly turn pink.

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The master/slave debate: Is tech language "racist"? | Thursday 11th June 2020

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:45:38 GMT

A row's breaking out among developers over some of the language used in the technology industry. It follows a tweet from the Breaker podcast app founder Leah Culver who says she's no longer going to use terms such as "master/slave" to describe setups and processes. Also, Following IBM’s announcement it’s stopping development of facial recognition tech, Amazon’s also putting the brakes on its own system. Google’s launched the public beta for Android 11. Scientists have made a breakthrough that could help us understand how the universe began. And Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Warzone Season 4 have gone live across all platforms.

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Twitter is to recognise Juneteenth as a holiday "forevermore" | Tuesday June 10th 2020

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:45:50 GMT

Twitter boss Jack Dorsey says the social media giant, and his other company Square, are to recognise Juneteenth as a holiday. The date, June 19th, commemorates the day the last slaves in the US were told they were free following the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Also, 35 Democrats in the House of representatives have signed a letter calling for federal agencies to stop surveillance of George Floyd protesters. The London scientist leading one of two UK bids to develop a coronavirus vaccine hopes to have his ready within a year. Google’s admitted there’s a problem with its Pixel Buds. And what's in store for players of Destiny 2?

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Mysterious space signals 'have a pattern' | Tuesday 9th June 2020

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 11:42:57 GMT

Scientists say a mysterious radio signal has a pattern, repeated over a 157-day cycle. FRB 121102 is coming from a galaxy 3 billion light years away and has no known explanation. Also, Microsoft says its taken “immediate action” after its new Artificial Intelligence system confused two mixed-race singers. Twitter’s started censoring posts that connect 5G with coronavirus. IBM says it’s going to top developing facial recognition tech, following the George Floyd protests. And Nintendo's security breach in April might have affected more accounts than previously thought.

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Huawei Celebrates 20 years in the UK | Monday 8th June 2020

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:40:31 GMT

Huawei is celebrating 20 years of trading in the UK, while also dealing with a security review. EA Sports is taking action against racist usernames used by some online players. Study shows that consumers believe that chief executives should be held personally responsible for cyberattacks. Scientists have developed a new method of transporting and storing vaccines, that could aid low-income countries. A lack of software updates is seeing smart-appliances being thrown out before they break down. And, a new study has shown a link between receptive negative thinking and dementia.

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Bill Gates lends a hand to raise $8.8 Billion for Covid 19 Vaccine | Friday 5th June 2020

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:45:37 GMT

As Boris Johnson hosted the Gavi Vaccine Alliance Summit in London, Bill Gates dug deep to donate $1.6 billion towards finding a Covid 19 solution. Also, Elon Musk takes Amazon boss Jeff Bezos to task, claiming the site's "monopoly" must be broken up. A controverisal hydroxychloroquine scientific paper has been withdrawn. And its Part II in our Lunar Eclipse series.

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Snapchat won't feature Donald Trump posts in ‘Discover' | Thursday 4th June 2020

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 11:45:34 GMT

Snapchat has joined other social media giants taking a stance on controversial posts by President Donald Trump. His content will no longer appear on the platform’s ‘Discover’ page, with Snap saying it will not amplify voices that incite racial violence. Also, social media platforms are failing to act on reports of fake news, half of UK adults report disturbed sleep during lockdown and, scientists discover largest and oldest known structure built by Maya civilisation.

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Mark Zuckerburg hosts Trump talks with US civil rights leaders | Wednesday 03 June

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 11:45:30 GMT

US civil rights leaders are said to have walked away "disappointed" following a video chat with Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg over the George Floyd protests. The social media giant is standing firm on its policy of not censoring some of Donald Trump's posts, despite arch rival Twitter doing just that. Also, Google is being sued for 5 billion dollars over privacy claims in California. Plus, have you ever skived off while working from home? US tech companies are stepping up the ante to clamp down. And Sega release the 'strangest' handheld console yet.

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Instagram blocks posts that include phrase ‘Black Lives Matter’ | Tuesday 2nd June 2020

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 11:45:51 GMT

Social media platforms are struggling to manage the explosion of posts around protests against George Floyd’s death. Instagram’s anti-spam tech automatically deleted posts on the topic Black Lives Matter, Facebook employees hit back at Mark Zuckerberg’s ‘inaction’ over the US President’s tweets, and Twitter suspended hundreds of accounts it believes to be inciting violence. Also, Grindr removes its ethnicity filter, UK experts warn against scammers amid launch of the NHS test and trace program, and Nasa astronauts say the Crew Dragon capsule has that ‘new car smell’.

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Toy dinosaurs sell out after NASA SpaceX launch | Monday 1st June 2020

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 11:45:08 GMT

Toy stores are reporting astronomical sales of dinosaur figures after one was spotted floating in the cockpit during the Nasa/Space X launch to the International Space Station. The sparkly TY Beanie Baby apatosaurus, named Tremor, was being used by crew members as a zero-G indicator. Also, Amazon blames a "bad actor" for racist abuse appearing on its site, a new blood test for prostate cancer, and hope for the world's rarest primate.

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SpaceX NASA launch postponed | Friday 29th May 2020

Fri, 29 May 2020 11:45:00 GMT

Astronauts were stood down with 16 minutes to go as SpaceX and NASA postponed their first attempt to launch crew from US soil since 2011. Meanwhile Donald Trump is due to sign an Executive Order to restrict social media platforms from censoring posts, following Twitter's 'fact-check' on two of the President's tweets. Also: the drone company delivering PPE to hospitals, a lockdown boost for streaming services, rumours of Sony's PS5 games showcase and a blow for Huawei's US 5G plans as senior executive faces extradition.

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Tech bulletin | Thursday 28th May 2020

Thu, 28 May 2020 11:45:00 GMT

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Tech bulletin | Wednesday 27th May 2020

Wed, 27 May 2020 11:45:00 GMT

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