Eurovision boycott: Four countries pull out over Israel
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia boycott Eurovision 2025 over Israel's participation. Analysis compares this political crisis to the contest's 70-year history of boycotts.
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Eurovision's Israel decision triggers broadcaster boycotts
The EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026 has led to boycotts from Spain, Ireland and others, leaving fans questioning the contest's founding values. Read the full analysis.
UK's Loneliest Train Station Serves Just 68 People a Year
Elton & Orston station in Nottinghamshire recorded only 68 passengers last year. Discover the story behind Britain's quietest rail halt and how it contrasts with London's chaos.
Skipton is Britain's happiest place to live in 2025
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals Skipton, North Yorkshire, as the UK's happiest place. Discover the top 10 and why rural living boosts wellbeing.
TNT Sports loses Champions League and rugby rights
TNT Sports suffers a double blow as it loses UK rights to the Champions League and international rugby. Analysis reveals the broadcaster's strategy to balance the books and future challenges.
Netflix exec screen-tested for Channel 4 top job
Emma Lloyd, Netflix's VP for EMEA partnerships, emerges as leading contender to replace Alex Mahon as Channel 4 chief executive amid broadcaster's digital transformation.
Farmers warn of unfair mansion tax double hit
UK farmers protest potential mansion tax on working farms after inheritance tax relief removal. Read how rural businesses face a £2m property charge.
10 Magical UK Winter Escapes for Cosy Rural Breaks
Discover Britain's most enchanting winter retreats from snowy Peak District walks to cosy Highland castles. Readers share their favourite rural escapes for the perfect seasonal getaway.
Argentina's Arsenic Water Crisis Poisons Rural Families
In Argentina's arid north, families like the Bustamantes drink water with arsenic 60 times safe limits, causing bone pain and cancer. Discover the human cost of this public health emergency.
ABC Sydney's all-male lineup sparks diversity concerns
ABC Sydney faces internal and external criticism after replacing Chris Bath with Thomas Oriti, creating an all-male presenter lineup from Breakfast through Drive. Read about the diversity concerns.
NSW bushfire risk reaches catastrophic level, schools closed
New South Wales confronts its most severe bushfire conditions in over two years, prompting widespread school closures and total fire bans. Stay informed about emergency updates.
China protests erupt over cremation mandate in Guizhou
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province over a controversial cremation directive, highlighting a 70% surge in rural unrest. Explore the clash between policy and tradition.
Populist-Proof Your Democracy: 7 Key Defences
Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential democratic safeguards against populist threats, from public broadcasting to electoral reform. Learn how to protect your freedoms before it's too late.
Sports Media Enters Its Most Disruptive Decade
Explore how fan demand for control and relevance is fragmenting sports broadcasting. Discover the new hybrid models and what it means for the future of live sport.
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.
TNT Sports' Shaky Ashes Debut Analysed
Analysis of TNT Sports' first Ashes broadcast in Australia, where Alastair Cook and Becky Ives carried a stripped-back production. Discover how the coverage fared.
BBC loses £1bn a year in licence fee revenue
MPs reveal the BBC is losing over £1bn annually from licence fee evasion and non-use, as streaming services gain popularity. Discover the future of public broadcasting.
US Healthcare Crisis: Trump Cuts Force Clinic Closures
Hospitals and family planning clinics across America are shutting down due to Trump's healthcare legislation, leaving millions without vital medical services. Discover the devastating impact.
MLB's $2.4bn Media Rights Deal with ESPN, NBC, Netflix
Major League Baseball announces a sweeping new three-year media rights agreement worth nearly $800m annually, bringing ESPN, NBC and Netflix on board. Discover the new broadcast landscape.
UK Driving Test Changes Target Rural Road Safety
Major changes to the UK driving test aim to reduce young driver deaths on rural roads. Learn how the new rules and the 600,000 test backlog are being tackled.
John Laws' state funeral attended by 800 mourners
Over 800 mourners gathered at Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral for radio legend John Laws' state funeral. Russell Crowe delivered a touching eulogy for the 'Golden Tonsils'.
GB News Faces Ofcom Probe Over Racist Claims
GB News under investigation after presenting unscientific research linking foreign-sounding names to court defendants. Ofcom assessing complaints about potentially racist content.
Graham Norton Archive Season 4 Releases New Episodes
The Guardian's From the Archive returns with Season 4 featuring Graham Norton's career insights and rare audio interviews. Listen now to discover broadcasting history!
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.
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.
ESPN's dramatic shift after Trump interview
ESPN's controversial Donald Trump interview on the Pat McAfee Show marks the definitive end of its progressive era. Explore the network's transformation from woke to Trump platform.
Mike Graham sacked from TalkTV after inquiry failure
TalkTV presenter Mike Graham has been dismissed after failing to cooperate with an investigation into a racist Facebook post. The broadcaster confirmed his termination following the incident.
BBC Licence Fee Debate: Scrap or Save £4bn Model?
Experts clash over the future of the BBC licence fee. Should the £3.35 weekly charge be replaced by subscriptions? Discover the arguments shaping British broadcasting.
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.
Food Stamp Crisis: 41 Million Americans Face Hunger
An American relying on food stamps reveals how political brinkmanship threatens 41 million people's survival. Read this powerful account of food poverty in rural Oregon.
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