Minister's $220k Travel Bill Includes Michelin-Starred Dinner
Communications Minister Anika Wells faces scrutiny as taxpayers foot a $220,000 bill for trips to New York, Paris, and a family ski holiday. She insists all travel was within the rules.
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Russia Blocks Snapchat and Apple FaceTime
Russian regulator Roskomnadzor blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple FaceTime, citing terrorism and fraud. This is the latest move in a sweeping campaign to control online communications. Discover the full story.
Former Councillor Faces Court in Westminster Honeytrap Case
Oliver Steadman, a former Labour councillor, has appeared in court charged with blackmail and communications offences linked to the Westminster honeytrap scandal. Read the latest developments.
Hugh Nowell, International Communications Forum co-founder, dies
Remembering Hugh Nowell, co-founder of Grosvenor Books and the International Communications Forum, who championed moral values in publishing. Discover his lasting legacy.
Tynemouth school closes over critical threat
Kings Priory School in Tynemouth closed suddenly on 24th November 2025 due to a potential critical threat. Police are investigating malicious communications. Follow for live updates.
Bowen's COP31 role triggers 'part-time minister' claims
Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed to lead COP31 negotiations while retaining domestic portfolio. Experts dismiss Coalition's 'part-time minister' claims as 'culture cringe'. Read the full analysis.
Kyle Sandilands threatens to quit after ACMA ruling
Shock jock Kyle Sandilands threatens to leave his $200m radio show after regulator imposes strict new broadcasting rules following multiple offensive content breaches. Read the full story.
White House spokesman's 'your mom' retort causes controversy
Former Trump aide Steven Cheung's inflammatory social media exchange raises questions about professional conduct in political communications
White House press secretary faces book tour backlash
Karine Jean-Pierre faces mounting criticism for promoting her new memoir while President Biden battles COVID-19 and multiple international crises unfold, raising questions about White House priorities.
Man charged over threatening Charlie Kirk meme
Larry Bushart charged with transmitting threatening communications after creating violent meme targeting conservative activist Charlie Kirk, highlighting growing concerns about online political threats.
US Congressman: Cuba running signal intelligence hubs
Republican Representative Mike Waltz makes explosive allegations that Cuba is operating sophisticated signal intelligence facilities to intercept sensitive US communications, raising major national security concerns.
Meghan's tenth spin doctor quits in staff crisis
The Duchess of Sussex faces another major staff shake-up as her latest communications chief resigns after just three months, marking the tenth PR professional to depart her team since 2019.
Government's Rebecca Black social media blunder exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Department of Health's embarrassing social media blunder, mocking Rebecca Black's 'Friday', sparked internal review and learning reforms across Whitehall.
Pentagon bars Fox News personalities from press events
Exclusive: Defence Department bars two prominent Fox News commentators from press briefings, raising concerns about media freedom and political interference in military communications.
Council leaders banned from policy announcements without approval
Exclusive: Council chiefs and public servants across Britain have been ordered to seek government approval before making significant policy statements in dramatic Whitehall power grab.
Pentagon Imposes Strict New Press Rules Under Trump
The Pentagon imposes sweeping new restrictions on media access, requiring all journalist questions to pass through political appointees in a move critics call an unprecedented assault on press freedom.
CIA's Secret Cold War Spy Base in Alaska Revealed
Newly uncovered documents expose a covert CIA listening post hidden beneath an Alaskan mountain during the Cold War, designed to intercept Soviet communications in one of America's most ambitious intelligence operations.
Optus outage left SA ambulance without emergency alerts
A major Optus network failure prevented emergency alerts from reaching South Australian ambulance services, raising serious concerns about public safety and telecommunications reliability.
Trump appoints JD Vance and Karoline Leavitt to White House roles
Senator JD Vance becomes Trump's new press secretary while Karoline Leavitt takes on senior communications role in significant White House staffing overhaul.
Louth man in court over alleged BAE Systems threats
A 31-year-old from Lincolnshire has appeared in court charged with making malicious communications against defence giant BAE Systems, sparking security concerns.
Afghanistan Internet Blackout: Taliban Imposes Digital Crackdown
Afghanistan faces nationwide internet blackout as Taliban imposes sweeping restrictions on digital communications, raising alarm about human rights and information control.
Afghanistan telecoms blackout: Taliban cuts all communications
Afghanistan faces complete communications collapse as Taliban authorities order nationwide shutdown of mobile networks and internet services, severing millions from vital connections.
Afghanistan's total internet blackout enters second week
Afghanistan faces a complete communications collapse as the Taliban-enforced internet blackout continues, severing millions from vital services and global connectivity.
Taliban Enforces Total Internet Blackout in Afghanistan
The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connectivity, isolating 40 million people from the world in what experts call one of the most severe digital crackdowns in modern history.
Optus Fallout: Emergency Call Watchdog Still Not Staffed
Exclusive investigation reveals the Australian government's promised failsafe for emergency calls, the 'Triple Zero Custodian', remains unstaffed and inoperative, leaving millions vulnerable over a year after the catastrophic Optus network blackout.
UK trains get new emergency alert system for passenger safety
A major safety upgrade is coming to Britain's railways. Discover how new emergency messaging technology will keep passengers informed and safe during critical incidents, transforming travel security across the network.
Man charged over death threats to King Charles in Epstein backlash
A 46-year-old man from Kent has been charged with malicious communications after allegedly threatening to kill King Charles III, citing anger over the royal family's links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Swedish Health Minister Collapses at Podium
Sweden's Health Minister Acko Ankarberg Johansson suffered a dramatic collapse during a live press conference in Stockholm. The minister fainted and fell to the floor while discussing the country's healthcare challenges, in a chilling incident caught on c
Nottingham woman sentenced for Archewell bomb hoax
Paige Fara Williams from Nottingham has been handed a suspended sentence for orchestrating a bomb hoax against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's charitable foundation, Archewell, in a campaign of malicious communications.
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