Tech and Science Daily | The Standard

3,8 (5)
TECHNOLOGIES
TOUS LES JOURS

Daily bulletins reporting the latest news from the world of science and technology, from the Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

-1 J

‘World’s first’ social media ban for under-16s

Australia is set to introduce what’s described as the world’s first laws banning under-16s from social media, citing risks to child physical and mental health. Mpox: fourth UK case found in London. Cuba total blackout as Hurricane Rafael downs power grid. Also in this episode: Steve O’Hear: a tribute to ‘remarkably talented’ London tech journalist & founderWhy 2024 is set to be record hottest year Metal detectorist strikes gold with UK-shaped nugget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 min
-2 J

How Musk & Rogan helped power Trump’s win

Tech & Science daily looks at Donald Trump’s presidential election digital communications strategy in comparison to the media gameplan deployed by his rival Kamala Harris. Communications expert Mark Borkowski, founder of Borkowski PR, examines the campaigns, Elon Musk’s backing and Trump’s all important decision to bet big on podcasts, notably Joe Rogan. Plus, snow finally falls on Japan’s Mount Fuji after record warm spell - insight with University of Glasgow earth sciences expert Adam Smith. Also in this episode: Morning & evening exercise ‘could cut bowel cancer risk’World’s first wooden satellite launchedEmperor penguin pops up in Australia...over 2,000 miles from home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 min
-3 J

Fears of ‘Russia jet parcel bomb test run’ after depot fires

Authorities in Poland claim four people arrested over incendiary devices that started fires in Birmingham and Leipzig were staging dress rehearsals for a Russian plot to attack a transatlantic flight. Get checked for prostate cancer, urges GB Olympic hero Sir Chris Hoy. First ferret birth for cloned animal. Also in this episode: Smoking: it takes longer than you think for body to recoverTobacco and Vapes Bill being introduced to ParliamentWindows Server 2025 bug link to Microsoft ‘blue screen of death’ ‘Hungriest’ black hole found in deep spaceAngry crows...why scavenger birds hold long grudge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 min
-4 J

Ten dead as volcano erupts on Indonesian island of Flores

At least 10 people died after a volcano on the island of Flores in eastern Indonesia erupted spewing explosive plumes of lava and forcing authorities to evacuate nearby villages. Royal Navy missile shoots drone in first-of-kind operation. NHS test iPhone adapter to check patients for throat cancer. Also in this episode: Supermarket staff banned from wearing headphones Polestar boss requests more government support for electric vehiclesNHS call to speed up 999 stroke call timeNasa scientists await rebirth of ‘zombie’ star Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 min
-6 J

Dame Helen Mirren: 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to see GPS' (Brave New World preview)

On this preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren. Now, this is a bit of a break from the usual guests on Tech & Science Daily, but in this wide ranging conversation Evgeny and Dame Helen discuss everything from the evolution of technology, ageing, to the contemporary media landscape and social media. “It’s so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS” Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 min
1 NOV.

Crackdown on Snapchat predators urged by NSPCC

Child protection charity the NSPCC is urging Snapchat to get tougher on predators targeting children amid an increase in police reports about grooming on social media messaging platforms. Tech & Science Daily speaks with Rani Govender, NSPCC policy manager specialising in online child safety. More than 200 people are confirmed dead in Valencia floods, as Spanish authorities fear further rainfall could hamper rescue efforts. Also in this episode: AI lorry tech hope to save lives of cyclists & pedestrians, The London Standard’s transport editor Ross Lydall reportsChildhood sugar rationing ‘could cut adult disease’Robots ‘with insect brains’ could have Mars missionRare glimpse inside China’s Tiangong space station Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 min
31 OCT.

Spanish floods ‘could be worst in country’s modern history’

At least 95 people have died in Europe’s deadliest floods since 2021 - and possibly the worst to hit Spain in modern history. Michael Marks, professor of medicine at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and consultant in infectious diseases at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases in London, talks to Tech & Science Daily about the first case of ‘a more spreadable strain of mpox’ which has been detected in London. Also in this episode: Have dating apps killed love at first sight? The London Standard investigates US election: Elon Musk summoned to court over $1m giveaways to registered votersRussia fines Google more than world's entire GDP for blocking YouTube accounts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 min
30 OCT.

Spain hit by deadliest flash floods in decades

At least 51 people have been killed after torrential rain caused flash floods in southern and eastern Spain, although the exact number remains unclear. London Korean Film Festival: Director of cult classic Save The Green Planet on AI of the future. Plus, China's youngest astronauts reach space... Also in this episode: Halloween: UK’s leading dentists urge parents to swap treats for stickers Woody the puffin saving dog on Rathlin Island TikTok founder becomes China’s richest man Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 min

Tout afficher (1,1 k)

Mark Blunden

Animation

3,8

sur 5

5 notes

Not good

25/06/2023

Amy True Crime Review

Shallow and poor researched overview of science topics

Daily bulletins reporting the latest news from the world of science and technology, from the Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.