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TikTok makes a temporary return to US app stores as legal assurances protect downloads until a ban in April. Scientists reveal how cancer cells escape tumors, paving the way for more effective treatments. The podcast discusses a cooling system inspired by elephant ears that could assist lunar missions. Plus, hear about a man from an uncontacted Amazon tribe who emerges from the forest. Finally, there’s a light-hearted story about two furry London Zoo residents getting dental care!

Will Hosie, Science and technology editor for The London Standard, shares insights into the fierce competition between Donald Trump and Elon Musk in the realm of space exploration. They delve into Trump's ambitious plans for NASA and SpaceX, examining the challenges of Mars missions and the potential fallout between these two visionaries. Hosie discusses the dynamics of NASA’s increasing reliance on SpaceX, tensions in space politics, and the timeline skepticism surrounding Musk's Mars aspirations. It's a captivating overview of a new space race!

David Sinclair, a pioneering Harvard genetics professor specializing in aging, teams up with humorous writer and comedian David Walliams to tackle the intriguing question of eternal life. They explore groundbreaking research on age as a malleable state and share practical tips for reversing biological clocks. The conversation touches on the balance between indulgence and a healthy lifestyle, the impact of diet on longevity, and innovative health tracking techniques that estimate one's biological age. Expect laughter and enlightenment on living well!

Research reveals how mice manage fear responses, uncovering key brain pathways that could aid in treating PTSD and anxiety. The AI Action Summit sheds light on global competition in AI ethics and governance. The moon is under protection for 90 historic sites linked to the Apollo 11 mission, highlighting their significance for future lunar activities. Meanwhile, studies show female downhill mountain-bikers face greater injury risks, and speculation swirls around the release of an affordable iPhone SE 4 and updates to Apple's iOS.

David Shrier, a Professor of Practice at Imperial College London, shares insights from France's first global AI conference. He delves into the geopolitical consequences of AI and the EU's evolving role in regulation through the AI Act. Fascinating discoveries abound, such as the rare gravitational lens surrounding galaxy NGC 6505, while lighter stories include a monkey causing a power outage in Sri Lanka and the unexpected cancellation of a Bryan Adams concert over a fatberg. Plus, OpenAI's heartwarming Super Bowl ad promotes human-AI collaboration.

Dr. Gabor Maté, a renowned physician and best-selling author, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Evgeny Lebedev. They explore how childhood trauma shapes self-limiting beliefs and the anxiety stemming from societal pressures. Maté discusses the impact of modern culture on mental health, emphasizing its toxicity and disconnect from basic human needs. He contrasts emotional repression in Western education with the nurturing practices of indigenous cultures, while also delving into technology's dual role in shaping emotional connections.

Research by Oxford Economics and hardware-maker IBM claims quantum computing could boost economic productivity by over eight per cent in the coming decades - but concerns remain about the ultra-powerful tech’s environmental impact. Record hot January was 1.75C above pre-industrial era. Mummification of pharaohs unwrapped at London hologram show - we speak with Egyptologist Nacho Ares, who is curator of Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition.Also in this episode:Cyber-warrior recruits sought for British armyPolice seize 1,000 stolen devices in smartphone blitzHow BBC host sought refund after ‘cat-fishing’ dating app banDoomscroll...AI scan reveals ‘disgust’ in burned Roman papyrus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachelle Abbott joins London GP Dr Sonia Adesara, who explains the ‘wild west’ culture of online weight-loss jab prescriptions. Plus Louise Edwards, chief strategy officer & deputy registrar at the General Pharmaceutical Council, on tougher new rules to combat unregistered online pharmacies.Endangered Darwin’s froglets, the size of a grain of rice, born at London Zoo - with Dr Ben Tapley, ZSL’s curator of amphibians and reptiles.How AI helped The Beatles secure their eighth Grammy Award.Also in this episode:Major AI breast cancer screening trial ‘to cut waiting times’Source Code by Bill Gates: Microsoft co-founder believes he would have been diagnosed with childhood autismCould You Be Loved named Bob Marley’s most played track in UK this century Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump says he “might” hit Britain with trade tariffs and warned of American levies on EU imports “pretty soon” - we discover how such restrictions might impact with UK tech and services, Dr Ashok Kumar, associate professor at Birkbeck University of London and supply chain expert. Health officials announce 12 new mpox vaccination sites have opened across England. Stranded Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams reveals she’s not walked, sat or laid down for two-thirds of a year while stuck on the ISS in microgravity.Also in this episode: Heathrow third runway toxic air increase warningThroat cancer warning signsWould you let Google make your phone calls? Consumer expert Harry Kind on how AI phone tech could help small business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Questions continue to grow about air safety in the US capital. We hear from Graham Braithwaite, professor of safety and accident investigation, at Cranfield University.Crispr designed gene cutting therapy for some patients with severe sickle cell disease, approved for NHS use. The ‘godfather of artificial intelligence’ issues stark warning that the technology could one day replace humans.Also in this episode:Dr Ashley King, from the Department of Earth Sciences at London’s Natural History Museum, on their analysis of the remarkable minerals found in the famous Nasa asteroid sample, Bennu, which they say unlocks secrets to “the ​starting ​point ​of ​our ​solar ​system”.Acas issues new advice on dealing with neurodiversity at work. A Complete Unknown: Bob Dylan gets a 150% boost in music streaming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.