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‘Systemic ageism’ link to cancer survival failures
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University College London research finds Britain’s fallen behind on cancer survival amid claims “systemic ageism” means older patients may not receive lifesaving treatment. Control your phone with eyes & AI. Laptop’s transparent screen becomes augmented reality. Musk’s Cybertruck vs thief.
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13:53||Season 1We'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, “if the most important relationships in your life are not happy.”What is AI cyber warfare?
09:04||Season 1Dr 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 saplings, Australia passes world-first law banning under-16s from social media accounts.Also in this episode:Rise of the dinosaurs from herbivores to carnivoresWhy has the University of Bath studied the sale of lone bananas as “sad singles”?Three-year-old ‘chef’ becomes viral TikTok sensationJudy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers go on display in LondonRussia's ‘massive strike’ on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
08:57||Season 1The 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 episode:Are Brits all out of love with dating apps? Ofcom dataTame Impala frontman launches a very synthy new instrumentOpenAI’s Sora video generator had early access leaked
09:07||Season 1OpenAI’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, Jonny Huntington, told us about his world-first trek to the South Pole.Also in this episode:FBI arrest one of their most wanted ‘terrorists’ in Wales after 20 years on the runTikTok to block beauty filters from under-18’sMinistry of Sound to host fundraising rave for DJ ‘legend’ Ashley BeedleMany Black Friday deals cheaper at other times, claims Which?
09:10||Season 1Nine 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 experts peer inside live cells - but without causing damage. We spoke with lead author, Dr Mengting Yao, from the University of Nottingham.Also in this episode:New Play(Station)...seats on London’s Victoria lineBah, Humbug! Shrewsbury’s famous tombstone from A Christmas Carol destroyed by vandalsStorm Bert: major disruption & flood warnings continue
06:59||Season 1The 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 ‘divorce rates’ in birds?Is Sony about to launch its Nintendo Switch-killer portable console - that needs no wifi?Parents of a four-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis raise more than £30,000.Footage River Taff flooding in Pontypridd, Wales: Credit: Neil HarriesTwo million mph violent galaxy collision in space
09:33||Season 1…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…Did Russia fire powerful ICBM weapon into Ukraine?
08:12||Season 1The 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 BirminghamAlso 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 identifiedSpaceX rocket launch: Trump joins Musk at Starbase
07:37||Season 1Hear 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.