Pensioners Feel Invisible in TV Advertising
Groundbreaking research exposes how television advertisements are failing to represent Britain's ageing population, with pensioners reporting feeling marginalised and stereotyped by mainstream media.
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State Pension Age Rise: Millions Face Working Longer
Exclusive: The UK state pension age could rise faster than planned, affecting millions of workers in their 50s. Discover what the proposed changes mean for your retirement plans.
TV Advertisers Accused of Tokenistic Black Representation
New research reveals troubling patterns in how Black people are portrayed across British television advertising, with calls for more authentic representation.
Coronation Street fans in tears over 'powerful' Paul episode
ITV viewers were left emotionally shattered as Coronation Street delivered a powerful episode focusing on Paul Foreman's MND battle, with many calling it television drama at its finest.
State Pension Age Update: DWP Reveals New Plans
Major changes to the State Pension age are underway as the DWP releases crucial new information affecting millions of UK workers' retirement plans.
Greens: Westminster Voting System is 'Broken'
Following significant gains in English and Welsh councils, the Green Party calls for urgent voting system reform, arguing the current model leaves millions unrepresented in Parliament.
Strictly's Ellie Goldstein reveals upset over tour promo exclusion
Britain's first model with Down's syndrome reveals emotional challenges during Strictly Come Dancing filming and calls for better disability representation in media.
Dave Franco's AI-Generated Film 'Together' Breaks New Ground
Dave Franco announces 'Together', a revolutionary short film created entirely by AI, exploring the life of a gay couple in China over three decades. A milestone for AI in cinema and LGBTQ+ representation.
Big Brother makes history with first disabled contestant
ITV's Big Brother breaks new ground by casting its first ever contestant with a physical disability, promising the most inclusive series yet as it returns to screens.
Hollywood's Enduring Obsession with the Robert Redford Look
A deep dive into how the film industry's enduring obsession with a specific, sun-kissed male aesthetic, epitomised by Robert Redford, continues to shape casting and limit diversity on screen.
Lib Dems rule out formal coalition with Labour
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has declared he will not enter a formal coalition with Labour after the next election, but would demand a major overhaul of Britain's voting system in exchange for support in a hung parliament.
State Pension Age Shock: Millions May Work Longer
Exclusive: The UK government is reportedly considering accelerating the rise of the State Pension age to 68, a move that could force millions in their late 40s and early 50s to work years longer than expected.
Drag Queen La Voix Joins Strictly Come Dancing 2024
In a groundbreaking move for the BBC flagship, drag artist La Voix joins the Strictly Come Dancing 2024 celebrity roster, marking a significant step for LGBTQ+ representation on prime-time television.
Miranda Tapsell on Love, Heritage & Reshaping Australian Cinema
Award-winning Australian actor Miranda Tapsell discusses her groundbreaking career, the profound influence of her Larrakia heritage, and her mission to reshape how Indigenous stories are told on screen in this powerful and intimate interview.
Ellie Goldstein Makes Strictly History With Down's Syndrome
In a landmark moment for diversity on British television, model Ellie Goldstein is set to become the first contestant with Down's syndrome to grace the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom, championing inclusivity and challenging perceptions.
MSPs excluded from economic summit in 'stitch-up' scandal
A major economic summit in Inverness faces backlash after local MSPs were barred from attending, with critics branding the event an undemocratic 'stitch-up' organised by Westminster.
Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds
A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.
Babes With Blades: Fighting for diversity in action films
Meet the London-based stunt team shattering stereotypes and creating unprecedented opportunities for women of colour in the action film industry.
Girls & Boys: Groundbreaking Trans Romance Redefines Cinema
Adam Lunnon's 'Girls & Boys' delivers a poignant and authentic portrayal of a trans love story, starring Collery Liath Hannon in a career-defining performance that challenges cinematic conventions.
Labour's Safe Seat Shake-Up Exposes Democratic Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed constituency reform in Knowsley, Liverpool, exposes a deep crisis in British democracy. Discover why safe seats are undermining voter representation and what it means for the future of UK politics.
Eastenders star on honour of Strictly's first same-sex female pair
Eastenders actress Harriet Thorpe opens up about her groundbreaking role as Strictly Come Dancing's first same-sex female pairing, calling it a 'huge honour' and discussing the show's impact on LGBTQ+ representation.
Working past retirement age linked to longer life
New research reveals a compelling link between staying in work beyond traditional retirement age and improved longevity, challenging conventional views on when we should stop working.
Jade Thirlwall Praised for LGBTQ+ Music Industry Representation
Little Mix star Jade Thirlwall receives widespread acclaim for her powerful advocacy and increased LGBTQ+ representation in pop music, earning praise from fans and charities alike.
Deaf: A mother's silent struggle in powerful new British film
A powerful new British film, 'Deaf', exposes the harrowing realities of a young mother navigating a system that refuses to listen. This must-see drama is a raw testament to resilience.
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.
The Paper Cast's Real Ages Exposed - Viewers Stunned!
The hit Channel 4 drama 'The Paper' has been rocked by revelations about its main cast's true ages, with some actors being decades older than the ambitious young journalists they portray. Find out the full story behind the casting choices that have left v
'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.
Debby Ryan's Age Gap & Decade-Long Rockstar Romance
An exclusive look into the enduring love story between Disney Channel star Debby Ryan and Twenty One Pilots drummer Josh Dun. Discover the secrets behind their surprising age gap and decade-long marriage that defies Hollywood norms.
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