BBC Under Threat: New Plan to Save Public Broadcaster
The BBC faces unprecedented threats from US political pressure and tech billionaires. Discover the urgent reforms needed to protect this vital British institution and defend democracy.
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Former Soho toilet to become café or shop
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
Former Soho toilet set to become café or shop
A former Soho toilet, once notorious as a 'cottaging' spot, is set for a new life as a café or shop. Westminster Council's plan faces criticism over the area's lack of public facilities.
Meta begins Australian teen account shutdowns
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
Argentina child vaccination rates hit historic lows
Argentina faces disease outbreaks as childhood vaccination rates collapse below 50% in 2024. Experts warn of returning epidemics amid healthcare budget cuts.
BBC in 'existential crisis' over government appointments
Former BBC journalist Mishal Husain warns the corporation faces an existential crisis and calls for end to ministers picking board members to restore public trust.
AI Detective Nightmare: Your Social Media Feed Is Fake
Discover why your social media is becoming a 'hellish stream of AI slop' and how trying to spot fakes makes the problem worse. Learn to navigate the hyperreality.
John Oliver: US Public Media Defunding 'Just Stupid'
John Oliver exposes the dire consequences of Republican-led defunding of US public media, threatening local news and emergency services. Discover why this matters.
Iran Water Crisis: Prayers and Cloud Seeding as Drought Bites
Tehran faces an unprecedented water emergency with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures, from mass prayers to cloud seeding, as Iran confronts a potential capital evacuation.
G'aim'e Time Crisis Lightgun Review: Arcade Revival
Hands-on review of the G'aim'e Time Crisis lightgun console bringing Namco classics to modern TVs. Discover how this Kickstarter project recreates arcade magic with authentic hardware and gameplay.
How to Navigate the Digital Information Crisis
Author Naomi Alderman offers 12 practical strategies to manage information overload, avoid online conflicts, and maintain mental wellbeing in our digital age. Learn how to thrive in challenging times.
Why Running the BBC Remains an Impossible Job
Exploring why leading the BBC has become Britain's most challenging media role amid political pressure, funding crises and digital disruption. Discover the key challenges.
RedBird abandons £500m Telegraph takeover
RedBird Capital Partners has withdrawn its £500m bid for the Daily Telegraph, plunging the newspaper's future into uncertainty. Discover the reasons behind the collapsed deal.
NHS braced for toughest winter after record A&E waits
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
Haiti's Gangs and Climate Crisis Force Mass Displacement
As gang violence and climate collapse converge, over 1.4 million Haitians have fled their homes. Explore the human cost of this escalating humanitarian emergency.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
Colorado River states miss water management deadline
Western US states fail to agree on Colorado River water management plan, threatening supplies for 40 million people. Urgent action needed as climate crisis worsens.
Meta Faces Millions in Australian News Fines
Meta could face millions in penalties under Australia's new media bargaining rules while Google renews deals at lower rates. Learn how this affects news publishers.
Former BBC Executive Urges Corporation to Fight Back
Ex-BBC TV News head Roger Mosey argues the corporation must respond to crises by doubling down on brave, honest journalism that serves all UK audiences amidst growing external pressures.
BBC Leadership Crisis Amid Political Pressure
The BBC faces a leadership crisis as political pressure mounts. Explore who might lead Britain's most trusted news organisation through turbulent times and why top candidates are hesitant.
TikTok influencer publicly executed in Mali
Mali TikTok influencer Mariame Cissé publicly executed by armed men after posting military support videos. The killing highlights Mali's escalating security crisis.
BBC leadership crisis deepens amid political pressure
The BBC faces a critical juncture as director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness resign following concerted attacks from right-wing press and political figures. Explore the governance failures and future challenges.
Keating's Stark Warning on 1975 Whitlam Dismissal
Former PM Paul Keating delivers explosive comments on the 1975 constitutional crisis, drawing parallels to current political tensions. Read his full analysis.
Delhi Air Pollution Sparks Mass Health Protests
Thousands protest in Delhi as air pollution reaches emergency levels. Authorities face mounting pressure to address the public health crisis gripping India's capital.
BBC Under Siege: Defending Britain's Public Broadcaster
The BBC faces unprecedented political pressure and funding threats. As a pillar of British democracy, it must be protected from those seeking to undermine its independence and truth-telling mission.
Australia Pushes to Ban Roblox for Under-16s
Australian regulators are targeting Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for children, raising questions about online safety and gaming platform regulation worldwide.
How Elon Musk's X is reshaping British politics
Elon Musk's transformation of Twitter into X is creating seismic shifts in UK political discourse, providing an unprecedented platform for right-wing voices and challenging traditional media dominance.
Australia Considers Social Media Downvote Ban
Australia considers banning social media downvotes after Reddit's controversial feature fuels online toxicity and political manipulation. Could this reshape digital discourse worldwide?
Prison release fiasco sparks political crisis
A major political crisis erupts as the prison early release scheme descends into chaos, with dangerous offenders mistakenly freed and ministers accused of catastrophic failures.
BBC must change or be Titanic warns YouTube boss
Jordan Schwarzenberger, manager of YouTube giants The Sidemen, delivers stark warning to BBC: adapt to digital age or risk becoming irrelevant like the Titanic.
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