NBC editor departs after Comcast coverage dispute
Senior NBC editor Erika Kirk exits network after internal clash over coverage of Comcast's political lobbying activities, raising concerns about corporate influence in newsrooms.
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Scott Trust: Guardian's 88-Year Journalism Shield
Discover how The Scott Trust safeguards The Guardian's editorial independence and ensures its financial future without corporate or political influence.
PM: Swinney 'insults Scots' over secret independence plan
Rishi Sunak launches blistering attack on Scotland's First Minister John Swinney over alleged covert independence plan, accusing him of treating Scottish voters 'with contempt' in explosive Westminster clash.
BBC's independence questioned by nearly half of Britons
A damning new survey exposes deep public scepticism about the BBC's political independence, with nearly half of Britons questioning its autonomy from government influence.
Government accused of interfering with BBC audience research
Exclusive investigation reveals government officials pressured BBC to alter audience surveys, raising serious concerns about media independence and political influence over public broadcasting.
BBC Chief Warns of Political Pressure Threatening Independence
Director-General Tim Davie warns of growing government pressure on the BBC, raising concerns about editorial independence and the broadcaster's ability to fulfil its public service mission.
Government pressure on BBC sparks independence concerns
Fresh concerns emerge about government influence over BBC editorial decisions as ministers demand 'due impartiality' and Conservative MPs call for funding reform.
Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.
SNP Conference Explodes Over Independence Demands
First Minister John Swinney confronts major rebellion as SNP activists demand immediate independence action, setting stage for explosive party conference showdown over Scotland's constitutional future.
BBC World Service independence threatened by defence funding
Exclusive: Former BBC Controller raises alarm over potential compromise of BBC World Service's editorial independence as Ministry of Defence pushes for greater funding involvement in the internationally renowned broadcaster.
CBS News staff revolt over editorial interference
CBS News staff revolt after network leadership allegedly pressured journalists to alter coverage of controversial interview with journalist Bari Weiss, raising concerns about editorial independence.
ABC faced 'culture of fear' due to external pressure
Former ABC chief Hugh Marks exposes how political pressure and media scrutiny fostered a climate of apprehension within the national broadcaster, forcing staff to second-guess editorial decisions.
DWP Faces Backlash Over £12bn Welfare Cuts Plan
Labour's Pat McFadden condemns DWP's planned £12 billion welfare cuts, warning they will severely impact disabled individuals and low-income families reliant on Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments.
Trump plan: Military lawyers as immigration judges
Exclusive: The Trump administration is considering a controversial proposal to appoint military lawyers as immigration judges, a move critics warn would politicise the courts and undermine judicial independence.
Trump's Fed Assault: Threat to US Economic Stability
Former President Trump's unprecedented attacks on the Federal Reserve's independence threaten to destabilise global markets and undermine a cornerstone of US economic policy.
PIP Payments Guide: DWP Eligibility & Rates 2024
Everything you need to know about Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from the DWP. Discover eligibility criteria, payment rates, assessment types and how to make a successful claim for this vital financial support.
DWP's New 'Light Touch' PIP Reviews Explained
Exclusive: The DWP is quietly changing how it handles PIP reviews for certain claimants. Discover if you qualify for the new 'light touch' assessment process and what it means for your payments.
DWP to Scrap PIP Benefit in Major Welfare Overhaul
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is set to replace the PIP system with a new personalised benefit, marking the biggest welfare shake-up in a decade. Get the full details on the new timeline and what it means for millions of claimants.
SNP Leadership Crisis: Plot to Replace Humza Yousaf
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures are privately expressing 'utter despair' over First Minister Humza Yousaf's leadership, with Westminster MPs reportedly plotting to install Stephen Flynn as his replacement amid plummeting poll numbers and internal turmoil.
Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Sotomayor: US Presidents Are Not Kings
US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor delivers a powerful defence of judicial independence and the rule of law, warning against the concentration of presidential power in a landmark speech.
DWP PIP Changes: New Rules for Disability Benefits
Major changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system are coming. This guide explains the new assessment rules, what they mean for current and future claimants, and how your payments could be affected.
DWP PIP Reforms: Millions Face Benefit Cuts
Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see disabled claimants reassessed under stricter criteria as DWP considers replacing PIP with vouchers and one-off grants.
DWP Reveals Top PIP Qualifying Health Conditions 2024
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions discloses the most common health conditions receiving Personal Independence Payment support, with mental health and musculoskeletal disorders topping the list.
DWP Confirms Timeline for Major PIP Benefit Overhaul
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the detailed timeline for its radical reform of Personal Independence Payment, moving away from cash payments to a new system of tailored support.
DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits
In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of
World Leaders Celebrate Papua New Guinea's 50th Anniversary
King Charles and Australian PM lead global dignitaries in Port Moresby to mark Papua New Guinea's 50th year of independence, a milestone event underscoring the nation's strategic importance in the Pacific.
Papua New Guinea's 1975 Independence: A Nation Remembered
Fifty years on, Papua New Guinea reflects on its historic journey from Australian administration to sovereign nationhood, marking a pivotal moment in Commonwealth history.
Right-Wing Media’s Systematic Assault on US Journalism Exposed
A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.
UN Condemns UK Welfare Cuts as 'Cruel' - Labour Reacts
A United Nations human rights expert has issued a damning indictment of the UK's welfare reforms, warning that cuts to Personal Independence Payments are pushing disabled people into poverty. Labour accuses the government of creating a 'hostile environmen
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