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Joel Dommett clarifies 'stolen joke' controversy after NTAs

National Television Awards host Joel Dommett has been forced to address a cringeworthy on-stage moment after being accused of stealing a joke from a fellow comedian, sparking a social media storm and raising questions about awards show banter.

Ant and Dec's 22-Year Awards Streak Under Threat

The legendary TV duo Ant and Dec are facing their most significant challenge in two decades as a major awards show overhauls its voting system, potentially ending their historic winning streak for Best Presenter.

Strictly Come Dancing Wins Big at the 2024 NTAs

The glitterball trophy wasn't the only prize Strictly won this week. The BBC's flagship dance show beat fierce competition to be crowned the winner of the Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award at the 2024 NTAs, in a night filled with surprise wins and emotion

Ofcom probes This Morning after psychic segment backlash

UK media regulator Ofcom is investigating a flood of complaints after ITV's This Morning aired a segment featuring a psychic and a controversial 'energy healer', sparking viewer fury over broadcasting standards.

UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

NSW regulator lifts order blocking UTS job cuts

The University of Technology Sydney can proceed with its controversial restructure after the NSW regulator lifted its order, despite ongoing union concerns over job losses and transparency.

How The Simpsons Became a British TV Institution

Discover the surprising cultural love affair between Britain and the quintessentially American animated sitcom, The Simpsons, as it celebrates enduring popularity and influence on UK phrases and humour.

Football Regulator Gets Prison Powers for Rogue Owners

UK government passes landmark Football Governance Bill, introducing an independent regulator with powers to impose prison sentences on club owners who break financial rules, aiming to protect clubs from reckless management.

Drag Race UK Returns to BBC Three for Series 7

RuPaul's Drag Race UK is making a sensational return to BBC Three for its highly anticipated seventh series, marking a dramatic shift from its previous home on BBC One. The groundbreaking move promises to bring the show back to its roots with a grittier,

UK regulator may force Google to sell Chrome browser

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a radical proposal to break Google's dominance, suggesting a potential sale of its Chrome browser to foster competition in the search engine market.

Susanna Reid returns to a dazzlingly revamped GMB studio

Good Morning Britain is back with a bang! Susanna Reid returns to a completely transformed ITV studio, boasting a sleek, modern design. Get the first look at the show's dazzling new set and what viewers can expect.

FCC Power Struggle: Trump Appointee Blocks Biden Nominee

A major political battle has erupted at the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with Trump-appointed commissioner Nathan Simington refusing to relinquish his position, effectively blocking President Biden's nominee and creating a 2-2 partisan dead

Ofcom Investigates 4chan and Kiwi Farms Under Safety Act

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated its first major investigation under the groundbreaking Online Safety Act, targeting the controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially hosting illegal content.

Blue Peter's Radical TikTok Makeover To Woo Gen Z

The iconic BBC children's show Blue Peter is undergoing a radical digital transformation, embracing TikTok trends and shorter formats in a bold attempt to captivate Gen Z. Discover the risks and rewards of modernising a British television institution.

Ofgem slams government over delayed energy bill support

The energy regulator Ofgem has issued a stern rebuke to the UK government for its failure to implement a crucial social energy tariff, leaving millions of vulnerable Britons exposed to high bills. Discover the details of the delay and the growing calls fo

Ofgem cuts energy price cap to £1,568 for millions

Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall from July as Ofgem announces a significant 7% drop in its price cap. The new rate of £1,568 marks the lowest level since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, offering welcome relief to consumers.

Ofgem Price Cap Falls: £122 Saving for UK Homes

Millions of UK households will see a welcome reduction in their energy costs this summer as the Ofgem price cap is set to fall by 7%. Get the full breakdown of the new rates and what it means for your bills.

Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills to Drop in July

Millions of UK households will see their energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem confirms a 7% reduction to the energy price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July 1st.

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