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10:01

Met Office: UK snow & ‘freezing rain’ weather warnings

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2025/01/03

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

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8:43

FBI probes New Orleans terror attack & Vegas...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2025/01/02

What we know about the potential link between the Tesla Cybertruck explosion and the New Orleans terror attack.How a groundbreaking DNA test could redefine our understanding of ancient history, with Professor Peter Heather of King’s College London.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

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18:28

AI Trends 2025: Futurist, Professor David L. Shrier...

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2024/12/31

How far has artificial intelligence evolved in 2024? What were the biggest breakthroughs and surprises? And most importantly, what’s next for AI in the coming year? In this episode, Rachelle Abbott sits down with futurist and AI expert David Shrier to explore these pressing questions. 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

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19:17

REPLAY: Wim Hof & Rita Ora: Braving the Ice (Brave...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/30

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. Hosted on

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16:10

Tech & Science Daily’s 2024 health & medical news review

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/27

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 treatmentThe science of happiness revealedTiny robots

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12:53

From Post-War Toy to timeless Christmas Favourite:...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/24

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 creationHow the company make the classic toyDoes

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13:20

Gaming 2024 in review: what’s coming in 2025? (special)

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2024/12/23

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. Hosted

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14:46

Preventing the sixth mass extinction (special)

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/20

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 AICould this tech detect ‘mirror image bacteria’?What conversations are they having with governments?Are alarm

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9:11

Elon Musk disrupts US politics over government funding

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/19

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 Kew mycologist and research leader Dr Anna Bazzicalupo.Also in this episode:US scientists say the moon may actually be older than previously thoughtStudy on employees

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10:00

Why ‘hiccuping star’ captured for first time is a...

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2024/12/18

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

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7:47

Ukraine kills Russian nuclear general with e-scooter...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/17

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 riskDust levels on the Victoria line are ‘worst on Tube’, with The London Standard’s transport editor, Ross LydallHow Saturn’s rings might be keeping a youthful appearanceWaymo robo taxis

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9:30

Mayotte: Cyclone Chido devastates French island

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2024/12/16

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

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17:22

Dr John Krystal: Why ketamine can solve a mental...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/15

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:12

Astro Bot Wins Big at Game Awards 2024

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/13

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

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8:42

Apple CEO Tim Cook meets King Charles

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/12

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

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8:25

‘Medical misogyny’ link to painful reproductive...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/11

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

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9:10

Luigi Mangione: Ivy League graduate charged with murder

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/10

Luigi Mangione, 26, has been charged with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. At a press conference NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch revealed details ofthe 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

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9:16

Apple Intelligence iOS 18.2 update: What We Know

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/09

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

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8:40

UK braces for Storm Darragh: rare red ‘danger to...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/06

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

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7:56

Online stalking victims to get better protection

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/05

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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