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Daily bulletins reporting the latest news from the world of science and technology, from the Standard.
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    NASA accidentally broadcasts astronaut in distress simulation on YouTube

    NASA accidentally broadcasts astronaut in distress simulation on YouTube

    Space agency confirms there’s no real emergency on board the international space station. Gaming giant Steam facing £656m legal claim for ‘overcharging’ UK gamers. How Taylor Swift's Scotland fans set off earthquake monitors. Millions of appointments for common eye conditions placing ‘unnecessary demands’ on struggling GPs. Also in this episode:

    Adam Sampson, Chief Executive of the Association of Optometrists on dealing with common eye problemsPairing shelter dogs together ‘could cut stress and help them find homes sooner’Mobile driver’s licences are coming to New York stateHow being facially expressive may make you a better negotiator
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    • 6 min
    Can astronauts’ bodies actually survive Mars missions?

    Can astronauts’ bodies actually survive Mars missions?

    Organ trouble, radiation concerns and more explained by Keith Siew, a senior research fellow at University College London. Most children can’t name MP and a fifth get political news from TikTok. Elon Musk confirms X will start hiding likes on posts. Also in this episode:

    Natural History Museum’s Simon Loader on the new vegetarian piranha species named after Lord of the Rings villainMan who lost four of his fingers fitted with ‘Hero Gauntlet’ by UK firmThe Insect migration superhighway discovered in Europe
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    • 7 min
    Apple’s AI features explained and why Elon’s not happy

    Apple’s AI features explained and why Elon’s not happy

    Photo ‘clean up’ tool, ‘math notes’ feature and Siri gets a boost. Plus - why Elon’s not happy with the Apple & ChatGPT partnership. Scientists grow ‘mini-guts’ to study Crohn’s disease. How researchers used AI to find elephant “names.” Also in this episode:

    Uni of Cambridge's Professor Matthias Zilbauer explains how they developed 'mini guts' to help them learn about Crohn's diseaseSocial media scammers impersonating ‘every major airline operating in the UK’ - Which?Morning frost detected on volcanoes near Mars’s equatorNew Glastonbury app helps friends find each other – and their tent – more easily
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    • 7 min
    Cancer breakthrough: Glowing dye helps find invisible cells

    Cancer breakthrough: Glowing dye helps find invisible cells

    How the dye works, and why it’s helpful for surgeons with Oxford University’s Professor Freddie Hamdy. Electric headset for treating depression recommended after NHS trial. Appeal for O-type blood donors after London hospitals cyber attack. Also in this episode:

    Flow Neuroscience CEO Erin Lee describes their electric headset for treating depression.Generative AI expected to dominate at ‘momentous’ Apple conferenceYouTube announces new restrictions on gun videosNew skateboarding MMO from makers of Tony Hawk's due this summer
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    • 7 min
    Dr. Rhonda Patrick (Brave New World)

    Dr. Rhonda Patrick (Brave New World)

    Today's episode is with Dr. Rhonda Patrick, a biomedical researcher and health educator from California.
    Evgeny Lebedev and Rhonda discuss how experiments on genetic pathways in worms got her interested in the science of anti-ageing in humans. Plus, Rhonda explains how nutrition can impact our wellbeing.
    To hear the full interview search Brave New World Evening Standard, or click here.

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    • 15 min
    E.coli cases 'likely to rise' after outbreak linked to 'food item'

    E.coli cases 'likely to rise' after outbreak linked to 'food item'

    The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed at least 37 people were admitted to hospital as a result of an E.coli outbreak, and testing indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK are from a single source. We speak to Cath Rees, professor of microbiology at the University of Nottingham about everything we know so far. 
    Starship: Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launches and lands the most powerful rocket ever made.
    The Standard’s Saqib Shah joins us to explain why gamers are racking up views for new video game ‘Bodycam’.
    Also in this episode:
    Why nature groups are launching a legal bid over England’s wildlife lossLook who’s woofing: why scientists are using AI to interpret the meaning of barks
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    • 7 min

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