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Why the UK government is reviewing the emergency alert. The celebs who’ve got their Twitter blue ticks back. The graphene “tattoo” that could help hearts keep their beat. And the new tea blend that allegedly tastes of “stale cigarettes”. Also in this episode:Millions of low-income families missing out on cheap broadband1912 Titanic inquiry plans sell for £195,000Northern Lights illuminate the UK skyShort activity bouts ‘can help type 1 diabetes patients with blood sugar levels’Researchers develop way to break down masks using fresh air and electricityThe end of Winston Churchill’s favourite tea blendFollow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Extinction Rebellion’s demands as part of ‘The Big One’ eco-event. ChatGPT makes marking coursework ‘virtually impossible’. The Facebook groups selling five-star reviews for cash and products. Elon Musk teases second SpaceX Starship launch ‘in a few months’. In this episode:XR’s Nuala Lam on their protest plans and government demandsHarry Kind from Which? explains fake review Facebook groupsCan wearing the right sports bra increase running performance?Scientists may finally have answer to how chromosomes get their X-shapeStudy reveals insights into sealed ancient Egyptian animal coffinsCat who ‘saved’ owner’s life among finalists in National Cat AwardsFollow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does the brain react to football headers? Simple test could show your risks of developing cognitive impairment. Nasa says its satellite didn’t cause flash of light over Kyiv. The French company offering fine dining…in space. In this episode:Manchester Metropolitan University’s Institute of Sport explains football header studyTwitter’s legacy blue ticks finally set to be removedMice sent to ISS reveal possible link between gut bacteria and bone lossStem cells that ‘get stuck’ may be the reason hair turns grey as people ageDonald Trump releases second wave of NFTsFollow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ghostwriter977’s 'Drake' and 'The Weeknd' track dropped from Spotify, Apple Music and others. Why we need to act quicker to slow biodiversity loss. UK businesses urged to beef up their cyber security. Stranded Indonesian fishermen survive for six days without food or water. In this episode:Old NASA satellite set to fall to Earth Dr Robin Freeman from the Zoological Society of London explains biodiversity studyLosing weight can put type 2 diabetes in remission ‘for at least five years’Planets hosted by stars with low metallicity ‘may be more suitable for life’Netflix reveals when password sharing crackdown will finally be rolled outFollow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

German artist Boris Eldagsen’s AI photography entry. Could WhatsApp become blocked in the UK? Elon Musk claims he’s working on ‘TruthGPT’. The boy who got trapped inside an arcade machine. In this episode:Element CEO Matthew Hodgson on Online Safety Bill encryption concernsStudy: poor diet linked to 14 million cases of type 2 diabetes globallyNew shape-shifting antibiotics in the battle against superbugsMystery solved: what were the blue spirals seen in Alaska’s night sky?Follow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What caused Netflix's Love is Blind live reunion failure? Hear the UK’s national alert ringtone before Sunday. Why Elon Musk’s playing down Monday’s SpaceX launch. Why greener jet fuel will reduce passenger demand. In this episode:We speak to Imperial College London about how air pollution is damaging at all stages of lifeFuture MND cure ‘possible’ amid ambitious strategy by Doddie Weir’s charityAngry Birds maker Rovio agrees £625m takeover by SegaWhy Spotify is shutting down HeardleFollow us on Twitter #TechScienceDaily  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this promotional episode brought to you in partnership with E.ON Next: What is eco-anxiety? Should we feel powerless about climate change? Can small, green changes make a big difference? Climate Researcher and Comedian Dr Matt Winning, and Clinical Psychologist Dr Patrick Kennedy Williams discuss the concept of eco-anxiety, how it affects young people, and the best ways to deal with concerns about the environment. In this episode:·      How eco-anxiety can affect us and our motivation·      Gen-Z’s awareness of the climate crisis·      How humans have recognised climate changes throughout history·      Why we’re not powerless when it comes to climate change·      How sharing your concerns with others can helpAlso on the Tech & Science Daily feed is a meditative audio resource provided by E.ON Next. If you want more just search “Power up for Change” in your podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a bonus episode featuring a green noise guided meditation, brought to you in partnership with E.ON Next. If you heard our episode on Eco-Anxiety and How to Deal with It, you’ll know that E.ON Next have created something of an audio toolkit for when eco-anxiety, or anxiety at large, starts to mount.And that’s what we have for you today - a mindfulness meditation. Here for you when you need to reduce stress, address anxiety and improve your well-being. So if you feel you need it now, or at a later date, this chance to take a pause will be waiting. Ready for you to use for rest, renewal, or just a moment of calm to yourself.If you want more just search “Power up for Change” in your podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The European Space Agency's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer mission has successfully launched after rocket and probe blasted off from French Guiana - following the first attempt being scotched by bad weather. The Open University's Dr Ben Dryer, who’s worked on the Juice project, explains the critical one-second launch window and mission challenges. AI sharpens first photo of supermassive black hole. First driverless(ish) car for Britain - at £18 a month. AI helps ID British therizinosaur by dental records, with the Natural History Museum’s Simon Wills.Also in this episode:Ghana first to approve Oxford University malaria vaccineHearing aids ‘help protect from dementia-linked hearing loss’Danger work...scientists poke sleeping bears for blood clot study Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed Covid’s new Arcturus sub-variant has arrived in Britain. While presently there are under 100 known UK cases, it’s thought to be the most infectious strain yet. Interview with Ashley Johnson, CEO of Applied Atomics, the London start-up making space rocket fuel from water. Astronauts to live in Nasa’s fake Mars for a year. Once-in-lifetime bloom of Ethiopia’s edible tree at Kew Gardens, with research leader Dr James Borrell. Also in this episode:Universe’s cosmic growth map backs Einstein’s gravity theoryParkinson’s diagnosis technique breakthroughClicking hell...mouse use link to stress levels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.