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

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

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-checkingHow 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 catFor all the latest news head to standard.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 healthLess grey seal pups born at popular coastal breeding groundFor the latest news head to standard.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

...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 ChinaGMB’s Dr Hilary Jones on dangers of ultra processed foodsPaperclip-sized chameleon on conservationists’ 2025 watchlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 cancerAlso 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 holesBrazilian nun becomes world’s oldest living person at 117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 costsUndersea wilderness ‘being lost’ in Scotland’s coastal watersWorks such as Hitchcock’s first ‘talkie’ Blackmail and a Popeye classic among US copyrights expiring in 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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.Image created by Headliner AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 ‘to treat brain bleeds’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Father Christmas embrace the new designs and technology?How do they compete with digital gaming?Their plans for the future and the use of AIGrowing up with a Scalextric set and family relationshipsWhy Simon thinks Scalextric can survive the demands of technology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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 OfficeThe RSPB reveal its ‘nature wins of 2024’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 to start in Japan from 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 systemSix rare giant catfish surface in Cambodia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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

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

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

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 scientistsAlso in this episode:Future cost of driving in UK capital as new tunnel charges revealedDementia was leading cause of UK deaths in 2023, analysis showsChatGPT owner OpenAI launches artificial intelligence video generator, Sora Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 information.

‘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.

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.

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 carnivoresWhy has the University of Bath studied the sale of lone bananas as “sad singles”?Three-year-old ‘chef’ becomes viral TikTok sensationJudy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers go on display in London Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 for more information.

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 20 years on the runTikTok to block beauty filters from under-18’sMinistry of Sound to host fundraising rave for DJ ‘legend’ Ashley Beedle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 lineBah, Humbug! Shrewsbury’s famous tombstone from A Christmas Carol destroyed by vandals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 creature wriggling on south coast beach identified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 or watch the video here.Police warn 4x4 drivers to stop chasing escaped emu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 effects of fatty foods when stressedNow That’s What I Call: A very small Casio smart ring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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

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 EngineeringFlour to be fortified with folic acid tackle birth defectsResearchers discover world’s largest coral in Pacific Ocean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 FreeveeCould 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 scientistsOysters make a triumphant return after 100 years of local extinction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 SportingPlans for sewers to heat London buildingsUK 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 & founderWhy 2024 is set to be record hottest year Metal detectorist strikes gold with UK-shaped nugget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 launchedEmperor penguin pops up in Australia...over 2,000 miles from home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 recoverTobacco and Vapes Bill being introduced to ParliamentWindows Server 2025 bug link to Microsoft ‘blue screen of death’ ‘Hungriest’ black hole found in deep spaceAngry crows...why scavenger birds hold long grudge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 vehiclesNHS call to speed up 999 stroke call timeNasa scientists await rebirth of ‘zombie’ star Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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