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The TikTok chief executive, Shou zi Chew, has appealed directly to US users to oppose the potential ban of the platform in America.  SpaceX loses Starship, the biggest and most powerful spacecraft ever made.McDonald’s hit by huge global outage leaving people unable to order.Also in this episode:Nothing Phone 2a: iPhone challenger breaks record Giant volcano spanning 280 miles discovered on MarsOfcom says encountering violent online content starts at primary school National Audit Office: Whitehall lacks the skills to implement AIIs the Silent Hill 2 remake coming out in May?Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor of developmental psychology at the University of Bristol, Bruce Hood, reveals the secrets to happiness, but explains why it does take work. US House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide - as platform’s CEO says the move would 'take billions of dollars out of the pockets of creators'.SpaceX to fire up world’s biggest rocket in huge test of Mars ambitions.Also in this episode:Menopause ‘may explain why some female whales live decades longer than others’Scientists warn more research needed on effects of Wim Hof MethodWildlife trust plans a rebrand for slugs and snailsThe absolute worst time of day according to scienceFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Google restricts its AI chatbot Gemini’s election-related answers in an attempt to combat the spreading of defamation. Cheetahs’ unrivalled speed may be explained by their ‘sweet spot’ size. David Labonte, senior lecturer in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London and lead author of the study explains why. Plus, we hear from Nadège Aoki, one of the scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in the US, who are using underwater speakers to help restore degraded coral reefs.Also in this episode:Japanese rocket explodes into dramatic fireball just seconds after liftoffGCHQ releases a puzzle to appeal to potential new recruits - can you solve it? Find out hereA Scottish dialect version of Wordle is scrapped after a legal threat from New York TimesFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Airbnb is introducing a worldwide ban on security cameras inside rental properties from the end of next month. The highly controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother have been detained in Romania after an arrest warrant was issued by the UK.Experts call for action on medical devices prone to biases.Also in this episode:Bird flu virus found in king penguins as scientists fear global spreadWhy piercings have been around much longer than we thoughtShells from Captain Cook’s third - and final - voyage ‘lost for 40 years’ saved from skipUS man gets parasitic worm in brain ‘likely from eating undercooked bacon’Grand Theft Hamlet: A documentary about the strangest Shakespeare adaptation of all timeFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate, Princess of Wales, has released a statement after the controversy over an official image of her and her children that was released on Mother's Day.Oscars 2024: The technology big winners. Scientists look for signs of alien technology in a mysterious perfectly synchronised solar system.Also in this episode:Italians forced to cut back on Mediterranean cooking staple olive oil as prices skyrocketStaff at Alan Turing Institute speak out after four men given top rolesNHS campaign warns of 'silent killer' of high blood pressure Scientists find way to make gold from electronic wasteSea of Thieves is the most preordered game on PlayStation Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Police convoy escorts rogue EV after 35-minute malfunction. Expert explains how space researchers plan to look for water-ice on Mars. Joe Biden wants to “ban AI voice impersonation.” Concerns about ‘mass die-offs’ of farmed salmon. Also in this episode:The Open University's Dr Konstantin Stefanov describes their mission to find water-ice on MarsReport warns Generative AI could ‘supercharge’ climate disinformationChildren of obese parents ‘six times more likely also to be obese in middle age’Expert reveals how to understand your dog’s woofs and whinesFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We speak to Colossal Biosciences about their Jurassic Park-style woolly mammoth de-extinction mission which has passed a technical milestone. Genetic brain ‘switch’ identified that can control anxiety. Space-tourists warned about cosmic radiation exposure. World's oceans reach record temperature. Also in this episode:Colossal's Eriona Hysolli and Professor George Church explain their stem cell breakthroughSpace weather expert Chris Rees on why more warnings are needed about cosmic radiationPolice to send drones as first responders to emergenciesScientists: February 2024 was warmest on record globallyBumblebees ‘teach others to solve puzzles that are too complex to learn alone’Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts: a healthy diet can’t compensate for chronic sleep deprivation. ‘Technical issue’ blamed for Facebook & Instagram outage. Bafta games awards judge explains players choice shortlist. Arctic could see ‘ice-free’ days in next few years. Also in this episode:Bafta games awards judge & Evening Standard journalist Vicky Jessop on the six games shortlisted for the players choice prizeWalking lowers early death risk even if rest of day spent sitting downExperts: Menopause is not a diseaseThe electric muscle era is here: Dodge launches Charger Daytona EVFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple’s set to appeal the decision of the European Commission. ‘Mini organs’ grown from stem cells taken in late pregnancy. MacBook Air gets M3 chip upgrade. MrBeast’s message to creators: slow down! Also in this episode:Professor Mattia Gerli from University College London explains the purpose of growing mini organsSweetened drinks linked to increased risk of irregular heartbeatNothing officially unveils Phone 2(a) smartphoneYouTuber creates portable versions of the Nintendo WiiFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gut bacteria analysis shows improved protection for lockdown newborns. Nintendo Switch 2: New console could arrive in March 2025. Microsoft-backed startup launches free AI chatbot. Killer whale versus great white shark caught on camera. Also in this episode:New US-Russian crew heads to space stationMIT tests show high-temperature superconducting magnets are ready for fusion powerSpotify accuses Apple of scare tactics over new EU competition rulesFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.