Ex-SBS Chair Urges Gambling Ad Blockers for Aussie TV
Ex-broadcasting boss George Savvides calls on commercial networks to implement mandatory ad-skipping technology, branding the current flood of betting ads a 'public health crisis'.
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Charlotte Hawkins' GMB role axed in major ITV shake-up
ITV's flagship morning show 'Good Morning Britain' is undergoing a significant restructure, with long-standing presenter Charlotte Hawkins caught in the crosshairs of budget cuts and a strategic shift, sparking concerns over the programme's future directi
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
Trump's Air Force One Clash with NPR Reporter: 'Not a Fan'
Former President Donald Trump launched into a fiery exchange with an NPR reporter aboard Air Force One, bluntly stating 'I'm not a big fan of NPR' in a tense confrontation over his administration's contentious relationship with public broadcasting.
IFS Exposes £18bn Black Hole in Labour's Spending Plans
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces immediate economic reality check as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes £18bn black hole in Labour's spending plans, forcing potential cuts to public services.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
France paralysed by mass strikes over austerity budget
Hundreds of thousands of workers bring France to a standstill in a massive day of strikes and demonstrations, demanding Prime Minister Gabriel Attal scraps deep public spending cuts.
UK Broadcasters Demand YouTube Prominence to Fight Fake News
Britain's leading public service broadcasters unite in calling for regulatory action to ensure their trusted content is prioritised on YouTube, combating rampant misinformation ahead of the 2025 election.
BBC in Eurovision boycott crisis over Israel hosting
The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.
BBC Chief Barred from European Broadcasting Summit
BBC Director General Tim Davie was excluded from a high-level European Broadcasting Union meeting in Slovenia, sparking accusations of political bias and raising questions about the UK's post-Brexit media influence.
Australia backs Israel's Eurovision 2026 amid EU boycott calls
SBS, Australia's national broadcaster, confirms it will broadcast Eurovision 2026 from Israel, resisting a growing EU boycott movement over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Irish broadcaster RTÉ faces backlash over Gaza coverage
Irish state broadcaster RTÉ confronts intense criticism and political pressure over its reporting on the Israel-Gaza conflict, sparking a national debate on media impartiality.
Sky axes 600 UK jobs in major restructuring shake-up
Broadcasting giant Sky announces plans to cut 600 UK roles in a significant restructuring effort, impacting technology and head office teams. The move aims to streamline operations and respond to evolving market demands.
Sky axes 600 UK jobs in major streaming shift
Sky is cutting 600 UK jobs as part of a major operational review, shifting resources from satellite to streaming services. The move impacts technical and engineering roles amid changing viewer habits.
Met Police plans secret mass closure of station front desks
Exclusive: The Metropolitan Police is facing a major backlash over secret plans to permanently shut public front counters at dozens of London stations, drastically reducing face-to-face access for citizens.
ITV Axes Lorraine's London Studio in Major Budget Shake-Up
ITV slashes budgets, forcing Lorraine to broadcast from Manchester while Loose Women faces studio sharing. Inside the dramatic cost-cutting measures reshaping daytime TV.
UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa
A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.
ITV closes Good Morning Britain canteen in budget cuts
Exclusive: ITV has sparked internal fury after closing the flagship Good Morning Britain staff canteen in drastic budget cuts. Presenters and crew are now forced to bring packed lunches as the broadcaster slashes costs.
BBC accused of disrespect over laughing activist in Kirk interview
The BBC has been accused of gross disrespect after airing a segment showing a Democrat activist laughing during a serious discussion with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk about political violence in America.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Trump Vows to Defund NPR and PBS if Re-Elected
Former President Donald Trump has pledged to strip federal funding from public broadcasters NPR and PBS if he wins a second term, reigniting his longstanding battle with perceived media bias.
Trump Cuts Blamed for Collapse of MN Violence Prevention
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Trump administration's termination of a federal violence prevention initiative left a Minnesota programme for high-risk youth defunded and defunct, raising questions about the long-term cost of such policy decisions
PA Dems march 110 miles to protest transit funding crisis
Pennsylvania Democrats, led by Rep. Nick Pisciottano, marched 110 miles to the state capitol in a high-stakes protest against crippling public transport cuts, demanding urgent action to avert a fiscal cliff.
Malawi's TB Crisis: Drug Shortages & Aid Cuts Fuel Emergency
Exclusive report reveals how critical shortages of tuberculosis drugs and devastating aid cuts are pushing Malawi's fragile health system to the brink, with deadly consequences for its most vulnerable citizens.
UK Winter Rat Invasion Warning as Populations Soar
Britain faces a looming public health crisis as pest control experts warn of a 'perfect storm' for a winter rodent invasion. Soaring rat populations, driven by warmer weather and bin collection cuts, are set to invade homes in search of food and shelter.
Trump Budget Slashes Billions from Public School Funding
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
CBS News axes Gayle King in major Paramount restructuring
Exclusive report: CBS News makes dramatic cuts, parting ways with broadcasting icon Gayle King and executive Neeraj Khemlani in a sweeping overhaul by parent company Paramount Global.
Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
Fire Union: UK Service Could Fail in 'Hours' in Major Blaze
The Fire Brigades Union has issued an urgent warning that UK fire services are so severely underfunded that a major incident could overwhelm them in 'a matter of hours,' risking public safety.
Trump’s Firefighter Cuts: Public Safety at Risk?
The Trump administration's latest budget cuts target firefighter funding, raising concerns over public safety and emergency response capabilities. Experts warn of dire consequences.
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