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Twin-engine drones are being tested by the British Antarctic Survey to carry out research into global warming and marine ecosystems. Heightened avalanche risk from skiers & snowmobile adventurers. Obesity & rooting teeth alert for child health decline.Also in this episode:Mercury looks like ‘disco ball’ in new Nasa picsSponge test for oesophageal cancer diagnosis‘Magnetic anomaly’ found under New Zealand lakeNuke test ‘chemically fingerprints’ gin to beat fraud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it possible to live forever – and would you even want to? Evgeny Lebedev is joined by David Walliams to explore the science and ethics of age reversal. He also meets longevity pioneer Dr David Sinclair, who gives advice on how to extend lifespans - and tells David Walliams how to reverse his biological clock.This is a preview of our Brave New World series. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everything we know so far about the Clapham alkali attack, and St John Ambulance explains what to do if you ever witness, or are the victim of, a chemical attack.A study suggests a malaria vaccine is highly effective in young children.The secret to why some dogs live longer than others.Also in this episode:Amazon and Meta stocks surge after results, while Apple dropsClimate campaigner Greta Thunberg speaks out about her trial Bedbugs scare at government office building The most romantic love songs ranked, according to Spotify playlists Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first PlayStation State of Play event of 2024 has taken place and we’ve got all the details. Some of the big announcements include; Until Dawn, Sonic x Shadow Generations, Death Stranding 2, and the latest instalment of the Silent Hill franchise.We speak to Professor Oliver Lemon from the National Robotarium about the AI robots designed to assist the elderly in hospitals passing the testing phase with patients. Why Harry Styles, Adele and Taylor Swift’s music could disappear from TikTok.Also in this episode:Nasa says a potentially hazardous asteroid is heading towards EarthInternational expert panel for AI Safety report unveiledPoll shows more than half of students used generative AI to help prepare assessmentsThe smelly cheeses facing extinctionFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Delaware judge has ruled that Elon Musk cannot keep a $55 billion Tesla pay package.UK musicians offered protections over royalties in a new streaming code of practice. Researchers reveal why insects are attracted to lights.Also in this episode:New ‘hell chicken’ species upends understanding of dinosaur extinctionDaily servings of this popular Korean food may lower obesity risk in menMicrosoft quarterly gaming revenue up 49% following Activision purchaseHow a bloody Mary can help fight off food poisoningSome of the 118 new emojis coming to iOS 17.4Sesame Street’s Elmo is inundated with feelings of existential dread onlineFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elon Musk says that the first human patient to receive a brain chip from his company Neuralink is recovering well.Scientists say the Moon is actively shrinking and crumbling.First evidence of Alzheimer’s being transmitted between humans in medical procedures is found. Also in this episode:Study finds link between having a dog and girls’ physical activity‘Ancient lake’ discovered on Mars by Nasa’s Perseverance roverNew JWST images reveal galaxies in detail so stunning it’s ‘mind-blowing even for researchers’England's hedges would go around Earth ten timesMerger between Amazon and Roomba maker iRobot collapsesThe first pet-only musician to get a multi-million-dollar record dealFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government has announced that disposable vapes are to be banned in the UK to protect children's health. Japan: Moon lander Slim comes back to life and resumes mission.X blocks searches for Taylor Swift after explicit AI-generated images of her go viral.Also in this episode:The Sahara dust cloud heading to the UKWhy playing music could give you a sharper brain in older age World's largest cruise ship sets sail from Miami but there are concerns over its methane emissions This year’s solar eclipse set to block the sun out for over 30 million peopleGerman company aims for rocket launch every month from Shetland IslandsWhy rats love selfies tooFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Faithful’s dilemma: why some facial features make you look more trustworthy. The brain cancer blood test that could speed up diagnosis and treatment. Apple begrudgingly accepts EU ruling on third party app stores. Also in this episode:Ingenuity helicopter's Mars mission is overThe new weight-loss injection approved for the UKInstagram’s ‘Flipside’ feature lets users create private profileAstronomers spot ‘old smokers’ among hidden starsSwapping shells for bottle caps: how Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbishFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Streaming platform nets 13 million subscribers in the final three months of 2023. NSPCC warning: young people calling Childline about AI deep fakes for the first time. Meat versus plants: what did our ancestors really eat more of? Also in this episode:NSPCC CEO Sir Peter Wanless calls for better child protection ‘built in’ to AI modelsOxford Vaccine Group director says UK ‘unsafe’ from future pandemic threatsTreatments that improve mood could help those with Crohn’s and colitisStudy: Cold water swimming could be beneficial for menopause symptomsWorld's first IVF rhino pregnancy 'could save species'Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

White House confirms Joe Biden did not record ‘robocall’ message. Amazon fined in France for ‘excessive’ surveillance of workers. 11-year-old boy hears for the first time thanks to gene therapy. New planets discovered which could sustain life. Also in this episode:‘Drip pricing’ set to be banned as part of online shopping reformsDoomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnightNintendo sets date to shut down online play for 3DS and Wii U New emperor penguin colonies found by satelliteFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.