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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.

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Two million mph violent galaxy collision in space

…We spoke to the team who captured the event, Dr Marina Arnaudova and Professor Dan Smith from the University of Hertfordshire. Methanol poisoning: Andrea Sella, professor of chemistry at University College London on its impact on the human body. Google UK boss: ‘firms can use AI to help offset Budget tax hike’ Also in this episode: Chemists design world’s thinnest spaghetti, why? We ask co-author, UCL chemistry department’s Dr Adam Clancy to find out... Storm Bert to hit the UK with 70 mph winds, snow and heavy rain. Why Kiwi, a baby orangutan, has travelled first-class to England on a P&O ferry… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Did Russia fire powerful ICBM weapon into Ukraine?

The London Standard’s defence editor Robert Fox on ICBMs, Moscow’s military strategy and future risk. Will Google be forced to sell Chrome? What is ‘sound symbolism’ and why is it important, with Marcus Perlman, associate professor in linguistics and communication at the University of Birmingham Also in this episode: Microsoft has begun opening up Xbox Cloud GamingInspector Gadget voice actor dies at 82 following Parkinson’s battleInstagram users can test recommendations “reset”Mysterious space-like creature wriggling on south coast beach identified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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SpaceX rocket launch: Trump joins Musk at Starbase

Hear SpaceX successfully launch its sixth Starship flight test. Russia’s mobile nuclear bomb shelters. UK technology secretary on potential social media ban for under 16’s. Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 2024 hasn’t taken off so smoothly… Also in this episode: The RSPCA’s chief vet on protecting pets from carbon monoxide poisoning.Why salmonella may actually help fight against bowel cancer.Boki the brown bear recovering well after pioneering brain surgery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Has Putin raised nuclear attack threat?

Putin has approved changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine. We speak to political editor, Nicholas Cecil. Patient blood could repair bones, Professor Alvaro Mata of pharmacy and chemical engineering, at the University of Nottingham, explains the study. Plus, The Game Awards 2024 with culture writer, and tv and games editor, Vicky Jessop. Also in this show: UK snow latest: the “first taste of winter” – Met OfficeMove over Gladiator 2, London’s Hidden Gems: Roman Amphitheatre. Read the article here or watch the video here. Police warn 4x4 drivers to stop chasing escaped emu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Biden authorises Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia

Joe Biden has given Ukraine the green light to use long-range weapons against Russia for the first time. Could pond-life power future space missions to Mars? We speak to Erik Gauger, professor in quantum theory at Heriot-Watt university’s Institute of Photonics and quantum sciences. Plus, hear the voice of King Richard III, created using state-of-the-art technology. Also in this episode: Dark side of the moon: volcanoes erupted on far side for over a billion years Cocoa may protect against negative effects of fatty foods when stressed Now That’s What I Call: A very small Casio smart ring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dr Aubrey de Grey (Brave New World preview)

Evgeny Lebedev joins Dr Aubrey de Grey, a pioneer in biomedical gerontology - the study of life extension and rejuvenation - and co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation. Known for his radical approach to ageing, Dr de Grey discusses his latest research, society’s attitude to the human lifespan and his hopes for future anti-ageing treatments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Zombie fungus from The Last of Us ‘could save lives’

Well… University of Nottingham scientists say that a compound, Cordyceps militaris, also known as caterpillar fungus, could help towards a 'game-changing' cancer drug. We speak to the lead author, Dr. Cornelia De Moor. The UK pledges £79 million to accelerate the energy transition in developing countries. The Royal Observatory tells us how to spot the final supermoon of 2024. Satirical website The Onion has bought the highly controversial ‘conspiracy site’ Infowars. And, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland has called for tighter restrictions on fireworks following the death of Roxie, a baby red panda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Which? launches £3bn legal claim against Apple over iCloud

Consumer group Which? has launched a £3 billion claim against Apple, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law by “forcing its iCloud services on customers” - an allegation Apple rejects and say will defend “vigorously”. The London Standard’s health reporter Daniel Keane discusses a vote by pharmacy owners to reduce hours in row over funding. Also in this episode: How laser tech is powering America’s Cup yacht race - with Keith Williams, chief technology officer at Capgemini EngineeringFlour to be fortified with folic acid tackle birth defectsResearchers discover world’s largest coral in Pacific Ocean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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.