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The European Space Agency has released a series of photographs detailing the universe, snapped by the telescope on Esa’s Euclid probe. Why a good breeze is crucial for health - with airborne pathogens expert Professor Cath Noakes of Leeds University. ‘Catastrophic ecosystem collapse’ ranked top fear for UK forests. Prince William: Unite to fight poaching menace. Also in this episode:Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda live-action filmHow ‘vampire viruses’ work‘Million tons of plastic’ leaking into oceansCops’ chopper spots rare full-circle rainbow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost 300,000 women in England will be offered anastrozole in a bid to reduce their risk of developing breast cancer. WeWork US bankruptcy with nearly $20 billion debts. Spinal pulse implants helps Parkinson’s patients walk again. Also in this episode:New womb cancer test ‘helps pain and anxiety’Under-10s hospitalised with vaping sicknessNo early costings for UK lockdown, says former Treasury economistDoes ‘shipwreck Holy Grail’ hold $20 billion treasure? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elon Musk announces artificial intelligence will being integrate into social network X using a conversational bot called Grok, with software inspired by Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Nasa's Bennu asteroid display at Smithsonian. Survey of coastal cities at sinking risk from rising sea levels. These steps ‘slow ageing by six years’.Also in this episode:Could Star Wars tractor beams solve space junk?Why flu’s easier to treat than cancerCovid-style lateral flow test fights brain tumoursBank’s chatbot answers: Can I speak to the (AI) manager?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rishi Sunak interviews Elon Musk on the dangers of humanoid robots, AI taking jobs, and the benefits of artificial intelligence. Also, FTX founder guilty of crypto customer fraud, chimpanzees gather info like Obi-Wan Kenobi, and AI helps release a new Beatles song.

Elon Musk is set for Downing Street talks with Rishi Sunak today following the AI safety summit. It’s after the Prime Minister said “we can’t be certain” about the risks of artificial intelligence, but there is a possibility they could be on a similar scale to pandemics and nuclear war.Scientists say relics of an alien planet might be under our feet and Nasa astronauts conduct the 4th-ever all-female spacewalk.Also in this episode:Scarlett Johansson takes legal action against AI app that used her likeness ‘without permission’Starfish bodies may more closely resemble a head, study suggestsUsers left confused by mystery TikTok Tako messageSurvey of editors finds big tech poses ‘existential threat’ to UK journalismHow an AI voice filter can let you snack in silence in online meetings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elon Musk & ChatGPT boss attend Rishi Sunak’s global artificial intelligence summit. It’s as the UK pledges £38 million for AI projects including labs in Africa.Scientists make the biggest simulation of our cosmos ever - with the mass of 300 billion galaxies.Chinese researchers say that some children born deaf in the country have finally been able to hear after breakthrough gene therapy.Also in this episode:What your cat is really trying to sayGiza Great Sphinx likely sculpted by wind long before ancient Egyptian artists gave it formA study suggests mobile phone use may affect semen qualityWhy even our bodies hate bad grammar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple unveils its fastest iMac and MacBook Pro models yet. The Standard’s David Phelan was given a special invite to check out the new products.Elon Musk is expected to attend Rishi Sunak’s artificial intelligence summit in the UK.Can humans get pregnant in space? Scientists are one step closer to finding out.Also in this episode:Storm Ciarán latest: Met Office issues ‘danger to life’ warning as Northern Ireland battered by floodingStudy suggests getting angry may help you achieve your goalsTour operator guilty over White Island volcano disaster that killed 22 peopleFacebook and Instagram launch ad-free subscription tier in EUWe finally have some information about GTA 6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Infrared aurora on Uranus necessitates a space mission for further data. Apple's 'Scary Fast' event, Storm Ciaran, and hair follicle sensitivity are discussed. A study on human skin and hair follicles reveals touch sensitivity and its correlation with inflammatory skin diseases. Misinformation on social media and Call of Duty's popularity are also mentioned.

Sackings, a rebrand and paid-for verification: Elon Musk’s first year at X reviewed. Can Twitter's successor survive in the long term? Consumer group Which? uses ChatGPT to create spam PayPal emails. How Meta’s spicing things up on Threads. Intel’s banging new hold music… In this episode:Social media expert Matt Navarra discusses Elon’s first year owning TwitterOur tech correspondent Simon Hunt examines the future of XCharities celebrate as Online Safety Bill finally becomes lawFord hits the brakes on $12 billion in EV spendingRocket company given £3.5m ahead of Shetland space launchIntel reveals new hip-hop hold musicFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rishi Sunak discusses AI benefits and dangers. New supercomputer and Mars discoveries. Updates on space explosion, online safety, and Microsoft's mistake. Satya's decision to leave mobile market, NASA's challenge, and eye-tracking feature on honor Magic 6 phone.