Chief political correspondent, Rachael Burford, on Sir Keir Starmer’s response to Elon Musk - and why the Tesla boss has targeted Britain. CES 2025: Nvidia, Samsung AI assistants - if you fancy a real-time recipe on a cooking show - and the robot cat that can cool down your coffee. British woman receives first liver transplant for stage four bowel …

The Met Office’s Alex Deakin on the latest weather warning news, UK snow warning and the impact of rare freezing rain. Former deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg steps down as Meta’s chief global affairs officer. Are nanoplastics impairing the effect of antibiotics? Tech & Science Daily is joined by Professor Lukas Kenner and PhD student Nikola Zlatkov to dis…

What we know about the potential link between the Tesla Cybertruck explosion and the New Orleans terror attack. How a groundbreaking DNA test could redefine our understanding of ancient history, with Professor Peter Heather of King’s College London. Meet Hilda, the first IVF calf, who could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in dairy farming. Als…

What’s next for AI in the coming year? In this episode, Rachelle Abbott sits down with futurist and AI expert David Shrier. David is a Professor of Practice in AI and Innovation at Imperial College Business School, Co-Director of the Trusted AI Alliance, Academic Director at the Centre for Digital Transformation, and a Visiting Scholar at the MIT S…

In this replay: A preview edition of our Brave New World series, Evgeny meets Wim Hof to learn more about the Dutch athlete’s ‘Method’; a combination of breathing and cold-water immersion that he claims can have health and psychological benefits. Rita Ora also joins the show and talks about her own experience using Wim’s techniques as part of her w…

Welcome to Tech & Science Daily’s health and medical news review, where you’ll hear selected stories and interview highlights from 2024. In this episode: AI assistant for Alzheimer’s patients, world-first lung cancer vaccine given to UK patient, cancer breakthrough: glowing dye helps find invisible cells, Musk’s Neuralink brain chip fitted to parap…

Founded in post-war Britain by Trevor Francis, Scalextric has entertained families worldwide for generations. But in an era of rapid technological advancements, digital gaming, and AI, can this iconic brand stay on track? Will Scalextric remain a festive favorite in the years to come? To explore these questions, we’re joined by Simon Owen, Head of …

What are the gaming highlights of 2024 and what can we expect in 2025? From the big beasts such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and EAFC 24, to indie gems Balatro and Animal Well, we look at the hits - and misses - of the year. In this special episode, we’re joined by the London Standard’s culture and gaming writer, Vicky Jessop. Vicky also discusses …

On this special episode, we're joined by Alex Dehgan, CEO of Conservation X Labs. Alex explains their new technology, a handheld molecular lab that can fit in the palm of your hand, which they claim can help towards preventing the sixth mass extinction. In this episode: What is a sixth mass extinction? What is the Nabit technology, and how does it …

Elon Musk has been fomenting a revolt over a bipartisan federal government funding bill opposed by incoming president Donald Trump, in a direct challenge to the authority of Republican house speaker Mike Johnson. Ghost palms and toothy toadstools are among new species that were named by Kew’s Royal Botanic Gardens in 2024. We’re joined by Kew mycol…

Research lead author Dr Charlotte Angus, from the Astrophysical Research Centre at Queen’s University in Belfast, on the giant “hiccuping” star, which has been documented for the first time. Scientists research ADHD treatment to find out what actually works best - the London Standard’s health reporter Dan Keane explains all. Also in this episode ‘1…

A top Russian general was assassinated, in an attack claimed by Ukraine, using an e-scooter bomb in Moscow. Plus, what are mysterious ‘blimps’ spotted on Russia’s border with Estonia? We’re joined by The London Standard’s defence editor, Robert Fox. Also in this episode: More than 6m properties in England face flood risk Dust levels on the Victoria…

Met Office operational meteorologist Nick Silkstone on Cyclone Chido, the worst extreme weather event to hit the French territory in 90 years. The prefect of Mayotte, Francois-Xavier Bieuville, said on Sunday that the death toll would “certainly be several hundreds, maybe we will reach a thousand, even several thousands.” A new class of magnetism c…

Host Evgeny Lebedev meets Dr. John Krystal, professor of neuroscience at the Yale School of Medicine, to discuss Ketamine, what it is, and how it can solve a mental health epidemic. This is a special preview taken from our sister podcast, Brave New World. To hear the interview in full just search: Brave New World Evening Standard. Hosted on Acast. …

The Game Awards 2024 took place in Los Angeles on Thursday evening. Astro Bot came out on top for wins, and during the ceremony, the first trailer for the heavily teased new CD Projekt Red game The Witcher 4 was released. For everything you need to know, we’re joined by The London Standard’s Culture and Gaming Writer, Vicky Jessop. Patients with sl…

Apple boss Tim Cook met King Charles on Thursday at Apple’s HQ in London - it came after Cook told The London Standard that the wealth of the capital’s tech and creative talent makes it a “great hub” for the artificial intelligence revolution. Puberty blocker ban for children with gender dysphoria made indefinite. The world’s most famous watch, mad…

The Women and Equalities Committee of MPs says “medical misogyny” is leaving women and girls in unnecessary pain for years due to a lack of awareness surrounding painful reproductive conditions. We spoke with The London Standard’s Emma Loffhagen, who recently wrote about the rise in period tracking. The British Army has fired a laser weapon from an…

Luigi Mangione, 26, has been charged with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. At a press conference NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch revealed details of the investigation, alongside New York mayor Eric Adams, who also highlighted the risk of 3D-printed ‘ghost guns’. A new way of mapping activity and connections between different regi…

Get ready for a second release of Apple Intelligence AI features with the iOS 18.2 software update. The London Standard’s tech reporter Saqib Shar joins us to discuss what we know so far. Plus, is Apple going to work with Sony on PlayStation VR controllers? Elon Musk joins Donald Trump and Prince William at the Notre Dame reopening ceremony after a…

The forth powerful storm in less than two months, Storm Darragh will bring winds of up to 90mph to Wales and parts of South West England. A newly described reptile species… with an interesting set of teeth, Tech & Science Daily is joined by the Natural History Museum’s Dr Marc Jones. Astronomers say galaxies crashing together 12 billion years ago c…

Victims of the crime of stalking are to be given better protection, including the right to know the identity of their online harasser. In this special episode, taken from our sister podcast, The Standard, host Mark Blunden speaks with activist Nicola Thorp, to discuss her experiences of being stalked online, and also Catherine McLaughlin, director …

‘Brain Rot’ has been announced by Oxford University Press as their Word of the Year for 2024. But what does it mean? The impact of EV road tax changes & future of motoring with two experts. Plus, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew lands in the UK. Also in this episode: Scientists discover a planet that completes a year in just 21 hours Fancy visiting a tower…

We're previewing another episode from season three of Brave New World. Evgeny Lebedev is joined by Peter Attia: a longevity expert, physician, and bestselling author. They discuss “Medicine 3.0” — Peter's blueprint for good health — and how happiness is essential to longevity, not just a bonus. “It doesn’t matter how healthy you are,” Peter says, “…

Dr Ben Goertzel, CEO of the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance and founder of SingularityNet discusses AI cyberattacks in war and a new grants scheme to accelerate the emergence of human-level artificial general intelligence and ‘superintelligence’. Plus, Happy birthday ChatGPT, National Trust picks 49 good causes to receive Sycamore Gap sapling…

The Russian missile attack that left more than a million Ukrainians without power. We spoke to defence editor, Robert Fox. Benralizumab: First new asthma attack treatment in 50 years… with health reporter, Dan Keane. Why kidney cells ‘can make memories too’ - with neuroscientist and study lead author, Dr Nikolay Kukushkin, from NYU. Also in this ep…

OpenAI’s video generator, Sora, had its access leaked by early testers. Why? One in seven concerned about someone they know driving with below legal vision, new figures reveal. Tech & Science Daily spoke to Adam Sampson, chief executive of the Association of Optometrists. Storm Conall: flooding causes road and rail chaos. Former GB para-athlete, Jo…

Nine out of 10 Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other times of the year, according to research by Which?. Rob lilley-Jones, consumer expert at Which? discusses its research. One-in-20 single women are choosing IVF treatment, according to a new study. Earth’s ‘mini moon’ slips away for 30 years. New ultrasound technique lets expe…

The storm brought winds over 80mph and “devastating” flooding to the UK as warnings continue. We speak with independent flood consultant Heather Shepherd. Microsoft 365 down, many users left unable to access emails on Outlook. UK PM Starmer confirms plans for drink spiking to become a specific offence. Also in this episode: Does rainfall lead to ‘d…

…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…

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 …

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…

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 …

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-t…

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. Hos…

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 …

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 fun…

President-elect Donald Trump has handed Elon Musk the job of running a new 'Department of Government Efficiency' as part of his new cabinet. The London Standard’s deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi joins us for the latest. Plus, we head to Lisbon to speak to Web Summit co-founder, Paddy Cosgrave. Also in this episode: Amazon pulls the plug on F…

A new law has been proposed to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill is calling for terminally ill people, who are expected to die within six months, to be given the right to choose to end their life. Cop29: Starmer not ‘telling people how to live’ to reach new emissions goal. NHS pill to help people stop smoking with The London St…

World leaders are heading to Baku, where they face pressure over delivering finance for poor countries to cope with climate change and increasing their ambitions on emissions cuts. We’re joined by Dr Simon Lewis, professor of climate change science at UCL. NHS doctors could ‘spend more time with patients’ thanks to AI helper. Could red wine prevent…

New DNA analysis of the moulded remains of victims in the 79 AD Pompeii disaster after Mount Vesuvius erupted - undertaken by Germany’s Max Planck Institute and Italy’s Universita di Firenze - has revealed new details about their sex, age and ancestry. Online harm: could Australia-style social media ban to protect under-16s ban work here? Tech & Sc…

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 …

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 …

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 l…

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 fro…

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 landsca…

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 c…

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 dentis…

In a post on X Apple CEO Tim Cook announced “powerful new features” across iPhone, iPad and Mac. Could AI smile-changing features influence romantic attraction? We speak to the lead author of the report. The fertility rate in England and Wales has fallen to its lowest level since records began. The London Standard’s health reporter, Dan Keane, expl…

Apple is offering a ‘bug bounty’ of $1 million for anyone able to hack into the tech giant’s AI intelligence network. Over 120 dead in Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines as Vietnam braces. Nasa astronaut released from hospital after eight months in space. Also in this episode: New chronic pain treatments for childhood cancer patients investiga…