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New research claims that mega satellite constellations spew copious amounts of aluminium oxide gas in the atmosphere and it could deplete the ozone layer.Fernando Auat Cheein, associate professor in robotics and autonomous systems at the National Robotarium at Heriot-Watt University, discusses their new AI tool which uses videos to predict harvests.First patients in the UK receive a new ‘revolutionary’ device to stop acid reflux.Also in this episode:Alzheimer’s disease on mother’s side linked to ‘increased risk’ of the conditionGreece heatwave: Death toll rises to five as locals fear tourists ‘underestimating’ record temperaturesFirst 'major lunar standstill' in nearly 20 years set for this weekendFollow us on X or on Threads.

Tech & Science Daily hears from Andrew Pendleton, of London environment charity Global Action Plan, about more major tree-planting schemes needed to improve the capital’s air quality. Singapore oil spill: race to stop eco disaster. Plant-ificial intelligence...how flowers sense danger.Also in this episode:Hunting life-supporting exoplanets‘Lizard link’ to US salmonella outbreakSaving turtle doves with rewildingAboard Mark Zuckerberg’s $300m super yacht 

Three lions squad is wearing the £421 ring that monitors sleep, stress and more. Labour commits to introducing AI regulation for tech giants. Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk's $56bn pay package. The surprising link between your name and your life choices… Also in this episode:Our Football Reporter Dom Smith explains how England hope the Oura ring will give them the edgePop star Daniel Bedingfield praises AI for capturing ‘soul’ of his musicCombined immunotherapy drugs ‘could treat most common form of bowel cancer’AI can now detect if cats are in pain by scanning feline facesFollow us on X or on Threads.

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 negotiatorFollow us on X or on Threads.

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 EuropeFollow us on X or on Threads.

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 easilyFollow us on X or on Threads.

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 summerFollow us on X or on Threads.

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.

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 barksFollow us on X or on Threads.