Heathrow Airport closed after a fire broke out at a single substation in West London - causing a massive power outage. In today’s episode we hear about the critical role of electrical substations in our infrastructure from Head of Technical Regulations at the Institution of Engineering and Technology Mark Coles. We also find out about the global impact of the closure of one of London’s busiest airports from Principal Research Fellow at University College London’s Air Transportation Systems Group, Dr Lynnette Dray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

After nine months on the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have safely returned to Earth on board a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. We’re joined by Dr Keith Siew, Senior Research Fellow at University College London, to discuss the impact of their extended time in space and how their bodies will recover. Also in this episode: Why 79% of UK fintechs are experiencing losses of at least £500,000 Lego x Pokemon is on the horizon Mercedes tries out Apptronik’s AI humanoid robot Apollo on the factory floor The Blob Fish has been named Fish of The Year ..read more

Extremes of temperature are often talked about as part of the concern around climate change but there is a scenario which could see the capital faced with extremely cold weather as the norm and the threat comes in part from a giant, invisible ocean current in the Atlantic.In an interview taken from our sister podcast, The Standard, climate scientist James Stewart explains more about the possibilities…. This topic is part of The London Question from The London Standard. You can read James' full article by clicking here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

The Online Safety Act has come into force today meaning social media platforms must now remove illegal content or face massive fines. But will it actually make the internet safer? Consumer law expert Lisa Webb from Which? joins us to discuss the new rules. Also in this episode: SpaceX capsule Dragon docks at the International Space Station to bring two astronauts stuck in space home Scientists have cracked a 20-year-old mystery that could help develop treatments for Parkinson’s Is the future of computing in our glasses? Meta thinks so Google Assistant is disappearing – as Gemini takes over R ..read more

Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time. Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts. The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare. We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper. Also in this episode: Apple’s appeal against the UK government’s demand for encrypted data is due to be discussed in a private hear ..read more

British astronaut Tim Peake joined global leaders from the space industry in London this week for the Space Comm Expo. In today’s special episode we hear from the 52-year-old, who was the first British astronaut to perform a spacewalk. Speaking to The London Standard’s Will Hosie, Tim gives his thoughts on space exploration, Elon Musk, British technology, the potential of private companies like SpaceX, and what's next for us to look forward to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

A Russian national has been identified as the captain of the Solong ship, which collided with a tanker carrying jet fuel earlier this week. Wildlife experts say the oil spill could have a devastating effect on wildlife. We speak to Chief Executive of the Marine Conservation Society Sandy Luk about the impact of the jet fuel spill off the Yorkshire coast. Also in this episode: London sees highest rise in ADHD prescriptions since pandemic Are slushies dangerous for kids? Researchers warn parents about glycerol intoxication. Could whales be the ocean’s unsung environmental heroes? Hosted on A ..read more

The head of Ofcom has defended the UK’s new Online Safety Act, calling it “very ambitious” in tackling harmful content - but campaigners say it doesn’t go far enough. Plus - new data shows the expansion of ULEZ has improved London’s air quality, but it hasn’t reduced traffic levels. City Hall and Transport Editor Ross Lydall spoke to Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan about the latest stats. Also in this episode: The UK government faces pressure to introduce stronger AI regulations, ensuring humans stay at the heart of decision-making. Scientists discover a hidden function in the immune system that could l ..read more

SpaceX’s latest Starship test flight has ended in flames- marking the eighth failed attempt for Elon Musk’s deep-space rocket. Meanwhile, the Athena lander has successfully touched down on the Moon, but engineers fear it may have tipped over. We hear from CMO of Castrol Nicola Buck about how the British oil company is helping to keep the AstroAnt micro robot going as part of the mission. Plus, scientists have created a woolly mouse - a small step towards reviving the woolly mammoth. We hear from Co-Founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences Ben Lamm. Also in this episode: Two astronauts st ..read more

This is a replay preview of our sister podcast Brave New World. What is biohacking and are you already doing it without realising? Evgeny Lebedev spends a day with the ‘world’s fittest man’, Ben Greenfield, to learn how exercise, diet and light contribute to wellness. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more