Shiona McCallum

Shiona McCallum, reporter tracking robo-taxi trials, and Orla Guerin, international correspondent on Syrian camps, join Tony Blakely, epidemiology professor studying genes and longevity, and Chris Mason, political editor covering the UK-China visit. They discuss Iran-Turkey diplomacy and negotiation stances. China lifting sanctions on MPs and UK-China talks. A big genetics study on lifespan. Robo-taxi safety and self-driving challenges.

Alasdair Keane, a commentator on online abuse in sports, discusses the alarming rise of harassment aimed at athletes, especially with the Paris Olympics nearing. He highlights an innovative AI platform aimed at monitoring and combating this issue. Shiona McCallum introduces Project Pixel, where aspiring game designers create impactful mobile games for charity. They also delve into a remarkable initiative in Rwanda utilizing 3D scanning technology to custom-fit prosthetic limbs, showcasing how technology can revolutionize care and support in resource-limited settings.

At a mobile phone industry expo in Barcelona, wearable tech steals the spotlight. They delve into insights on sleep tracking devices and discuss the lack of women in tech. Listeners share tech mishaps, and efforts to bridge the digital divide in Africa with 5G technology are highlighted.