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Daily bulletins reporting the latest news from the world of science and technology, from the Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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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8:12

‘Brain Rot’ is Oxford word of the year 2024

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/02

‘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 hoursFancy visiting a tower fit for King Henry I?Japanese artist soothes his ADHD with intricate leaf art Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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13:53

Peter Attia: Medicine 3.0 (Brave New World preview)

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/12/01

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

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9:04

What is AI cyber warfare?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/29

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

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8:57

Russia's brutal attempt to freeze Ukrainian civilians

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/28

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 dataTame Impala frontman launches a very synthy new instrument Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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9:07

OpenAI’s Sora video generator access leaked

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/27

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:FBI arrest one of their most wanted ‘terrorists’ in Wales after

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9:10

Many Black Friday deals cheaper at other times,...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/26

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

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6:59

Storm Bert: major disruption & flood warnings continue

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/25

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

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9:33

Two million mph violent galaxy collision in space

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/22

…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

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8:12

Did Russia fire powerful ICBM weapon into Ukraine?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/21

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 BirminghamAlso in this episode:Microsoft has begun opening up Xbox Cloud GamingInspector Gadget voice actor dies at 82 following Parkinson’s battleInstagram users can test recommendations “reset”Mysterious space-like

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7:37

SpaceX rocket launch: Trump joins Musk at Starbase

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/20

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 poisoningWhy salmonella may actually help fight against bowel cancerBoki the brown bear recovering well after pioneering brain surgery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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8:22

Has Putin raised nuclear attack threat?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/19

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 OfficeMove over Gladiator 2, London’s Hidden Gems: Roman Amphitheatre. Read the article here

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8:13

Biden authorises Ukraine to use long-range missiles...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/18

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 yearsCocoa may protect against negative

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12:32

Dr Aubrey de Grey (Brave New World preview)

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/16

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

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7:25

Zombie fungus from The Last of Us ‘could save lives’

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/15

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

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