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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 retiresStudy shows that cockatoos have 30 different dance movesHubble Space Telescope captures photos of a comet visiting from another solar system Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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.A FOI request reveals a phone 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.Read more: What was said in the water report? All the key points.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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 19Also 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 AppBlood test for early signs of pancreatic cancer trialled by UK doctorsNew GPS tracking of Australian birds reveals a remarkable 38-hour journeyYoung homeowners turn to TikTok for design inspo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 hereThere are new bees, wasps and butterflies in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic ParkAnd a new snow leopard cub has been born at The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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