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Experts predict the UK economy will get a boost from ‘busiest ever shopping day’ on Cyber Monday 2023. The Standard’s Health Reporter, Daniel Keane, explains the latest from China after officials insist they have not detected any “unusual or novel diseases”. It comes after a spike in respiratory illnesses and clusters of pneumonia in children. New Zealand smoking ban: Health experts criticise new government's shock reversal.Also in this episode:Disabled astronaut’s prosthetic leg tested amid poison fears for space stationMutated gene thought to exist in just 4% of people could ‘help tackle obesity’More than 100 climate change activists arrested amid two-day blockade of the world’s largest coal port in AustraliaCall of Duty Black Ops ‘will return in 2024, set in early 90s Gulf War’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Friday’s relentless smartphone advertising, and why annual upgrades harm the Earth. WHO asks China for answers about a mystery outbreak of respiratory illness. The quick way to boost brain power after a bad night’s sleep. The AI that watches Youtube for you. Also in this episode:World's biggest iceberg is on the move after 30 yearsAstronomers detect mysterious high-energy particle falling to Earth from spacePeloton CEO apologises after Thanksgiving world record attempt failsStudy: 20 minutes of exercise can boost brain power after bad night’s sleepUK to build new instrument to aid search for life on MarsFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reports Open AI staff warned board of ‘super intelligent AI’. 1/3 of Brits are ‘in the dark’ on Vitamin D requirement. The cancer-fighting nutrient found in beef and dairy. Amazon’s free AI courses. Also in this episode:Dietician Dr Carrie Ruxton on Vitamin D benefits and requirementsAftershocks can occur decades to centuries on from original earthquakesAmazon launches free AI coursesBlue whales return to 'safe' tropical havenOriginal animatronic ET head goes to auctionFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ex-Open AI CEO secures deal in principle to return to his role. The bank card that lets you fund scientific research. How Sony’s tackling fake AI images. Why Google Maps users are upset with app changes. Also in this episode:Binance CEO steps down and pleads guilty to criminal chargesScience Card CEO Daniel Baeriswyl on supporting cancer researchNASA gets closer to laser-based deep space communicationBirth of rhino calf caught on cameraFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh warning as daily global average temperature reaches more than 2 degrees above the pre-industrial norm for autumn. Elon Musk sues watchdog group after major companies pull ads from X. Is it game over for the London MSG sphere? Revealed: The reason drinkers can get a ‘red wine headache’. Also in this episode:Apple Vision Pro release date: later than first thoughtUK to build new satellite to help monitor climate changeMPs warn EV battery production needs to ramp up to prevent decline of UK car industryThe bat that uses its penis as an ‘arm’ during sexRevealed: The reason drinkers can get a ‘red wine headache’Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Altman's weekend drama: sacked by OpenAI, then hired by Microsoft. Tech reporter Mary-Ann Russon’s thoughts on the Sam Altman saga. Police to trial drone tech in the UK. The music that can ward off killer whale attacks. Also in this episode:Young Brits use AI chatbots for school and workNational Trust warns climate change is ‘biggest threat’ to UK heritageFilm, music and publishing bosses discuss risks of AI with GovernmentBlackpink to perform first ever virtual reality concert on MetaFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scientists reckon the woolly mammoth could be reborn using cloned DNA and an elephant surrogate - despite the species dying out 4,000 years ago. 3D-Printing a new robotic hand - bones included. Space Force secretive X-37B plane launch.Do not push the button...fear nuke war ‘would kill 300 million’. Also in this episode:Inside Sweden’s huge recycling HQTrain app’s missing people appealsLeonid meteor shower to light up night skyAttenborough on rare tragopan bird’s colourful dance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Researchers warn of poor mental health and addiction later in life. Will Iceland face decades of volcanic instability? The AI tech to help police detect knives. Why ‘hallucinate’ is the Cambridge Dictionary word of the year 2023. Also in this episode:Astronomers observe ‘fluffy’ planet where it rains sand dropletsThreads begins testing hashtags & trending topicsRise in employers using AI to help recruit university graduates Adobe’s AI tool designed to break apart messy audioLearn more about Iceland's earthquakes here, and see the 'fluffy planet' for yourself here.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boss of the artificial intelligence company co-founded by Elon Musk says they’re working on the next frontier in AI - “superintelligence” that’s as clever as humans. James Webb Space Telescope spots two of furthest galaxies - magnified by gravity. YouTube to label AI-made content.Also in this episode:How much Google pays for Apple adsTikTok banned in Nepal for ‘disrupting social harmony’Growing crops in moon soilCute klaxon for rescued mountain lion cubs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Latest from earthquake-hit Reykjavík with photographer Kyana Sue Powers as Iceland braces for volcano eruption. Oxygen on Mars ‘synthesised by AI chemist’. ‘Last of Us’ fungus pandemic warning. Eating berries link ‘to cut dementia risk’. Also in this episode:Tycoon’s $200 million grant to hunt aliensXL Bully dog ban registerKing’s pioneering ways to restore Balmoral riverKiltmaking AI designs official Scottish tartan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.