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Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg could see the tech giant disconnect from Instagram and WhatsApp.
Well, that’s the possible outcome from an antitrust trial currently taking place and one that the tech boss is giving evidence to.
Scientists have developed AI fingerprint technology to accurately show how cancer cells respond to new drugs, by simply observing changes to their shape.
We hear from Chris Bakal, professor of cancer morphodynamics, from the Institute of Cancer Research.
Blue Origin: Katy Perry to write a song about her trip to space…
Also in this episode:
- Could hypnotherapy and talking therapy be the best treatments for long-term stomach pain in children?
- London’s Sycamore Gap? Police called in to investigate ‘criminal’ felling of ancient oak tree amid uproar
- Hate exercising? Researchers say house cleaning and daily living tasks can help protect your heart health
- When will EA announce Star Wars: Zero Company?
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