Stokes expands media empire with Southern Cross acquisition
Australian billionaire Kerry Stokes expands his media dominance through Seven West Media's strategic takeover of Southern Cross Austereo, reshaping the broadcasting landscape.
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Instagram suffers major outage affecting UK users
Millions of Instagram users worldwide experienced service disruption as the platform suffered a major outage, leaving businesses and creators scrambling.
Australia sues TikTok, Instagram over youth mental health
Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, accusing them of deliberately addicting children to their platforms while demanding billions in compensation for the mental health damage caused.
MSNBC criticised for hiring convicted Trump allies
MSNBC faces mounting criticism for employing former Trump officials Michael Cohen and James Comey as legal analysts, despite both having been found guilty of serious offences. The controversial hiring decisions have sparked accusations of blatant hypocris
Elon Musk's X challenges Australia's social media ban for kids
Elon Musk's X platform demands a pause on Australia's landmark law banning under-16s from social media, citing concerns over its 'lawfulness' and implementation, setting the stage for a major legal and policy clash.
Australia's expanded social media ban targets Reddit, Twitch
The Australian government proposes a major expansion of its social media ban for minors, targeting platforms like Reddit, Twitch, Roblox, and Steam to create a safer online environment for children.
Olbermann's Unhinged Rant Against CNN's Jennings Sparks Backlash
Former MSNBC presenter Keith Olbermann faces criticism after launching an extraordinary verbal attack on CNN commentator Scott Jennings, accusing him of treason in a series of increasingly erratic social media posts that have left observers questioning hi
Trump's Truth Social Soars to $6bn Valuation in Market Debut
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company surged by as much as 59% in their first day of trading, creating a massive paper fortune for the former president despite the platform's modest revenue.
Jimmy Kimmel Slams Sinclair Broadcast Group on ABC
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel uses his ABC platform to launch a blistering critique of Sinclair Broadcast Group, accusing the media giant of deceptive local news practices and political bias, sparking fresh debate about media consolidation.
ESPN accused of abandoning journalism for meme culture
Former ESPN writer Kevin Van Valkenburg delivers a devastating critique of the network's shift from investigative reporting to viral content, warning it's alienating loyal fans.
Sky News Australia Staffer Axed Over Bacon Stunt
A Sky News Australia staff member has been dismissed after helping arrange for bacon to be placed on a guest's shirt prior to a highly offensive interview about Islam, sparking outrage and internal investigation.
Instagram's Global Outage: Millions Locked Out of Platform
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users locked out and frustrated. Here's the full breakdown of the technical meltdown.
Trump's Fiery Tirade Against Kimmel and NPR Escalates
Former US President Donald Trump launches a social media attack on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel and National Public Radio, reigniting a long-running feud and criticising what he perceives as liberal media bias.
Most UK Girls Alter Behaviour for Safety, Study Finds
A major new study exposes the profound impact of safety concerns on the lives of girls and young women across the UK, with most altering their behaviour, from avoiding public transport to changing clothes.
Mayonnaise Pan Causes Spanish Cafe Fire
A fire sparked by an overheated mayonnaise pan at a Spanish cafe leads to an unexpected safety reminder from Hellmann's, highlighting a rare but real kitchen hazard.
Kay Adams' Sheer Outfit Stuns at NFL Event with Goodell
NFL host Kay Adams turned heads and sparked a social media frenzy with a daring sheer outfit at a league event alongside Commissioner Roger Goodell. Fans and commentators react to the bold fashion statement.
Ofcom Enforces Online Safety Act on Porn Sites
UK regulator Ofcom launches a major campaign to ensure pornography websites comply with the new Online Safety Act, enforcing strict age verification to protect minors from harmful content.
Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
Israeli Airstrike on Yemeni Media Hub Kills Journalists
A devastating Israeli missile strike has destroyed the Al-Masirah satellite channel's complex in Sana'a, Yemen, killing at least seven media workers and wounding dozens. The attack, condemned by press freedom organisations, marks a severe escalation in ta
MSNBC's Matthew Dowd in hot water over Charlie Kirk comments
MSNBC analyst Matthew Dowd faces intense backlash and accusations of 'dangerous misrepresentation' after his on-air comments about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk are taken out of context, igniting a firestorm on social media.
Veteran Journalist's Stark Warning on UK Press Crisis
After 40 years holding power to account, a seasoned journalist issues a grave warning: the profession is being systematically dismantled, threatening democracy itself.
Instagram censors plus-size model, sparking global backlash
Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors
US Moves to Revoke Trump's Broadcast License
In a dramatic escalation, US media regulators have initiated proceedings to strip Donald Trump's social media venture, Truth Social, of its essential broadcast license. This unprecedented move could severely impact the former President's digital media amb
NewsNation Stuns CNN & MSNBC in Prime Time Ratings Shocker
In a stunning upset, the little-known network NewsNation has defeated media titans CNN and MSNBC in a key prime-time ratings slot, marking a seismic shift in the US cable news landscape and sending shockwaves through the industry.
US billionaire launches MAGA-style makeover of UK's TalkTV
US billionaire and former Trump adviser John Catsimatidis is orchestrating a dramatic 'MAGA-style' overhaul of the struggling TalkTV, rebranding it as Talk News. This strategic pivot aims to capture a new audience with a fresh, opinion-driven format, sign
UK Media Barons Accused of Bowing to Trump for Deals
A bombshell court filing alleges major UK media barons, including the Murdochs and Barclay family, are softening coverage of Donald Trump to safeguard billion-pound business interests from a potential second term.
Trump builds far-right tech empire to rival Silicon Valley
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's strategic move to create an alternative tech ecosystem for his supporters, challenging mainstream platforms and reshaping online conservative discourse.
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.
CBS Boss Ellison's Fury: Accuses Staff of Lying in Leaked Meet
New CBS boss David Ellison unleashes fury on staff, accusing them of lying about his leadership in a leaked, explosive all-hands meeting. The media giant is plunged into turmoil just weeks after the Skydance merger.
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