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School fines mum £120 for son's Egypt term-time holiday

A mother from Bury is outraged after her son's school issued a £120 fine for a family holiday to Egypt during term time. The school's 'zero tolerance' policy on absences has sparked a fierce debate on parental rights and educational authority.

BBC Stars Deepfaked in Bogus Male Enhancement Advert

BBC newsreader Michael Rowland and health expert Dr Norman Swan are the latest high-profile victims of a sophisticated AI deepfake scam, with their likenesses fraudulently used to endorse a male enhancement product in shocking online adverts.

ABC Faces £350k Fine Over Buttrose Pressure Claims

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation could be fined £350,000 after Federal Court hears allegations Chair Ita Buttrose pressured staff to sack journalist Antoinette Lattouf in a case testing media independence and political interference.

Driver fined £1,000 for fake Blue Badge use

A motorist in Greater Manchester has been hit with a massive £1,000 penalty after falsely claiming to be a Blue Badge holder. Discover how council enforcers uncovered the deceit.

ABC Australia sacks producer over anti-Israel posts

ABC Australia has terminated senior producer Nabil Al-Nashar following the discovery of social media posts supporting pro-Palestine marches. The national broadcaster confirms breach of impartiality guidelines.

Albanese: 'Australians Are Angry About Immigration'

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese makes a stunning admission on national radio, conceding public anger over soaring immigration. A tense exchange with journalist Patricia Karvelas reveals the government's struggle with the housing and infrastruct

NBA Finals 2024 Ratings Hit Historic Low on ABC

Exclusive analysis reveals a staggering 12% drop in viewership for the 2024 NBA Finals on ABC and ESPN, marking the lowest audience figures in history and sparking major concerns for broadcasters.

ABC Editor's Luxury 'Junket' Funded by Lobbying Firm

ABC's Political Editor Andrew Greene faces scrutiny after an all-expenses-paid trip to a five-star Italian golf resort, raising serious questions about journalistic independence and corporate influence.

Driver hit with £10,000 fine by council CCTV car

A motorist faces a staggering £10,000 penalty after a council's mobile CCTV car filmed him repeatedly. The controversial 'spy car' tactic in Westminster ignites a major debate on fair enforcement.

ABC News Anchor Amy Robach Exits After Network Shake-Up

Veteran ABC News presenter Amy Robach has officially departed the network after a decade, following the controversial cancellation of her show GMA3 and a period of internal strain. The move comes after her highly publicised romantic relationship with co-h

Aunty Donna: Australian TV Comedy Needs Massive Shake-Up

The cult comedy trio Aunty Donna delivers a scathing critique of the Australian television industry, exposing a stagnant system that stifles creativity and risks losing its next big stars to overseas opportunities.

Homeowner's £116k Driveway Fine Nightmare in Barnet

A homeowner in Barnet was hit with a staggering £116,000 fine by the local council for a dropped kerb they claim they never knew existed. Discover how a simple driveway led to a five-year legal battle.

ABC sacks journalist Antoinette Lattouf in Gaza post row

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has dismissed presenter Antoinette Lattouf after she shared a Human Rights Watch report on Gaza, sparking a fierce debate over censorship, impartiality, and the silencing of Palestinian voices within the media.

Kimmel & Colbert's £40m Late-Night Crisis

US late-night titans Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert are haemorrhaging viewers and a staggering $40 million in revenue, as traditional broadcast television faces an existential threat from streaming giants.

Qantas fined £66m for pandemic staff sackings

Australia's national airline Qantas has been slapped with a hefty fine for unlawfully dismissing workers during the COVID-19 crisis. Discover the full story behind this controversial decision.

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