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BBC Defends Non-Binary Thomas the Tank Engine Casting

BBC Children's Director Patricia Hidalgo stands firm on the casting of non-binary actor Bruno Thomas in 'Thomas & Friends', calling it 'authentic' and 'important for representation' despite facing criticism from some viewers.

'Deaf' Film: A Raw Look at Parenting & Deafness

A powerful new British film, 'Deaf', is generating Oscar buzz for its authentic portrayal of a couple navigating parenthood and profound hearing loss. This must-see documentary challenges perceptions.

Outrage Over 'Shocking' TV Stereotypes of Older People

A damning new report exposes the UK television industry's pervasive ageism, revealing how older people are consistently portrayed as frail, out-of-touch, and a burden on society. Campaigners and viewers demand an immediate overhaul of broadcasting standar

Green Party's Polanski slams 'undemocratic' UK electoral system

Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party, has launched a scathing attack on the UK's First Past the Post system, calling it a 'barrier to democracy' and vowing to fight for proportional representation ahead of the next general election.

Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation

In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.

Greenland Demands Colonial Apology from Denmark

Greenland's Prime Minister Mette Egede calls for a formal apology from Denmark for its colonial past, as a landmark report details decades of forced cultural assimilation and human rights abuses against the Inuit people.

Netflix UK Adds Brutal Crime Drama 'The Victims' Game'

Netflix UK has unleashed the brutal Taiwanese crime thriller 'The Victims' Game'. This gripping series follows a forensic detective with Asperger's on a dark journey to solve a murder that implicates his own daughter. A must-watch for fans of intense, psy

Snoop Dogg Demands Ban on Pixar's Lightyear

Rap icon Snoop Dogg has called for a boycott of Pixar's 'Lightyear', criticising its inclusion of a same-sex kiss and labelling it inappropriate for children. The controversy reignites debates over LGBTQ+ representation in family films.

Drone Reveals Uncontacted Amazon Tribe Under Threat

Exclusive aerial images reveal an uncontacted Indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest facing existential threats from illegal logging and drug trafficking, as experts warn of a humanitarian crisis.

Snoop Dogg Slams 'Scared' Disney Over Lightyear Kiss

Rap icon Snoop Dogg has publicly criticised Disney for its initial decision to remove a same-sex kiss from the film Lightyear, calling the studio 'scared' and accusing it of bowing to pressure.

Daniel Dae Kim slams Hollywood's casting 'overcorrection'

Hollywood star Daniel Dae Kim critiques the industry's flawed approach to Asian representation, arguing that focusing on an actor's specific nationality over talent is a misguided 'overcorrection' that misses the point of true diversity.

Smoke Clears: Police Trial Over Teen's Custody Death

The NSW Supreme Court trial into the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright takes a poignant turn as family performs a smoking ceremony outside the courthouse, seeking justice and cultural cleansing.

Lenny Henry's Bold BBC Diversity Stand

Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry reveals the moment he threatened to quit the BBC in a powerful fight for better Black and Asian representation, a move that changed British television forever.

Sam Newman Axed: Uni Cancels AFL Star Over Ceremony Comments

AFL icon Sam Newman's speaking engagement at Deakin University is abruptly cancelled following his controversial remarks criticising the Welcome to Country ceremony, sparking a fierce national debate on free speech and cultural protocols.

Lenny Henry: TV diversity is just 'box-ticking'

Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry delivers a powerful critique, stating the British television industry's diversity efforts are merely superficial 'box-ticking' and have not delivered real change for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic professionals.

Ellie Goldstein: Down's Syndrome Model Makes Vogue History

British model Ellie Goldstein, who has Down's syndrome, shatters barriers as Vogue's first cover star with the condition. Discover her trailblazing journey from bullied schoolgirl to global fashion icon in this Mirror exclusive.

Denver's Gathering of Nations Powwow Concludes with Hope

The 40th annual Gathering of Nations, North America's largest Native American powwow, concluded in Denver with a powerful message of cultural preservation and unity, as thousands celebrated indigenous traditions through dance, music, and ceremony.

The Vivienne Slams BBC's 'Dear Viv' As 'Insulting'

RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne has launched a scathing critique of a new BBC show, 'Dear Viv', calling it a 'tone-deaf' and 'insulting' portrayal of the drag community that fails to represent its true artistry.

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