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6:55

Ten dead as volcano erupts on Indonesian island of...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/04

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 headphonesPolestar boss requests more government support for electric vehiclesNHS call to speed up 999 stroke call timeNasa scientists await

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15:12

Dame Helen Mirren: 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to...

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2024/11/02

On this 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

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9:56

Crackdown on Snapchat predators urged by NSPCC

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2024/11/01

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 &

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8:54

Spanish floods ‘could be worst in country’s modern...

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2024/10/31

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

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8:49

Spain flash floods are deadliest in decades

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2024/10/30

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 stickersWoody the puffin saving dog on Rathlin IslandTikTok founder becomes China’s richest man Hosted on Acast. See

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9:06

Apple Intelligence and iOS 18.1 finally arrives

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2024/10/29

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 Hosted on

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6:24

Apple’s $1 million ‘bug bounty’ to hack Intelligence AI

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2024/10/28

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 investigatedGreenhouse gas levels surge to new record - UN‘Major success’ as endangered bongo calf born at UK safari parkLondon Zoo’s escaped parrots recaptured 60

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8:59

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is finally here

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/10/25

Freelance culture journalist & game reviewer, 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

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9:34

Disposable vapes to be banned from June

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2024/10/24

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

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9:35

Experts call to abolish twice-yearly clock change in UK

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2024/10/23

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

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7:20

Why a ‘solar membrane’ will cover London Stadium

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2024/10/22

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

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8:42

Mutant 'bullycats' warning as pet trend heads to UK

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2024/10/21

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

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16:17

NuCalm’s Jim Poole: Anxiety & why the brain ‘knows...

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2024/10/19

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

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8:12

Could ‘electric wallpaper’ cut your energy bill?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/10/18

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

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7:46

AI assistant for Alzheimer’s patients

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2024/10/17

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 visitsMicroplastics ‘found in dolphin breath’Call of Duty Black Ops 6: every multiplayer mode

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7:21

Esa’s Euclid space telescope maps 14 million galaxies

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2024/10/16

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-DaAlso in this episode:Cambridge University Museum of Zoology lets visitors ‘chat’ with extinct exhibits through AIHigh-tech new Piccadilly line train arrive in London...covered in

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9:24

Life on Jupiter moon? Nasa’s Europa Clipper mission...

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2024/10/15

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

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5:48

SpaceX Starship rocket booster lands in ‘mid-air’

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2024/10/14

SpaceX mega-rocket booster lands ‘mid-air’ in test launchPlus! London’s £4.5 billion Thames super sewer opensA 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 cancerCharity urges change to prostate cancer

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42:34

(Interview) will.i.am and Fyilicia on the AI...

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2024/10/12

On this very special episode we’re in conversation with the producer, rapper, singer/songwriter and entrepreneur,will.i.am. We’re also joined byFYI.AI’s Fyilicia, an artificial intelligence voice assistant who has joinedwill.i.amon 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 bywill.i.amand software developer, Sunil Reddy.In this episode:will.i.am’s relationship with AIThe story behind

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9:18

Is your mobile number putting you at risk?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/10/11

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

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