overview of mass media in the United Kingdom
Joe Lycett discloses four fake stories he planted in UK media: Stories include man with bruise in shape of Prince Harry and statue of H from Steps being erected ...
theguardian.com/culture/2024/apr/12/joe-lycett-discloses-four-fake-stories-he-planted-in-uk-media
Murdoch’s UK empire hit by a further £51mn in costs over phone hacking: With court action still ongoing, the media group’s bill for the scandal has now reached ...
ft.com/content/8026315c-6eb1-41a9-8cec-b0294a85ea7a
9 things Brits need to know about moving to France since Brexit: There's no doubt that Brexit has made moving to France more complicated for Brits - but it ...
thelocal.fr/20240422/9-things-brits-need-to-know-about-moving-to-france-since-brexit
UK Set to Ban Foreign Control of Media Firms Amid Telegraph Bid: Rishi Sunak’s government plans to ban foreign states from taking controlling stakes or ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-13/uk-to-ban-foreign-state-control-of-media-firms-officials-say
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GB News breached impartiality rules over politicians as news presenters, finds Ofcom
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: GB News Programs Presented by Tory MPs Breach Ofcom Rules
- Ofcom found that five episodes of GB News programs presented by Tory MPs have violated impartiality regulations.
- The shows in question included two hosted by Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg and three co-hosted by former Pensions Secretary Esther McVey and Philip Davies.
- Ofcom determined that these episodes aired in May and June 2023 did not adhere to Rules 5.1 and 5.3 of the Broadcasting Code, highlighting the importance of impartiality in news presentation.
- While GB News had previous breaches, this marks the first violation of Rules 5.1 and 5.3, potentially leading to sanctions if further infractions occur.
‘Putting fun before winning’: UK media, former cricketers slam Stokes, England after 4-1 Test series defeat to India
indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/england-media-comments-bazball-stokes-4-1-loss-india-series-9205628/
How Russian media mocked UK's Trident missile failure: After news of the failed test leaks, Russian media wastes little time in ridiculing the UK.
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Woman who joined ISIS as a teen loses challenge against the removal of her UK citizenship
cnn.com/2024/02/23/europe/shamima-begum-appeal-loses-intl/
Farrukh Dhondy | Getting the news from TikTok and social media: Will bid to ban work?
deccanchronicle.com/opinion/columnists/farrukh-dhondy-getting-the-news-from-tiktok-and-social-media-will-bid-to-ban-work-887766
Countryfile viewers devastated after star confirms 'it's the last show': Countryfile star Tom has announced the last of his Sky News Climate Show editions ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/bbc-countryfile-viewers-devastated-after-28891137
Will Sunak renege on ‘foreign powers’ owning newspapers?: Last week, a rebellion in the Lords drew a government pledge to ban foreign governments and their ...
spectator.co.uk/article/will-sunak-renege-on-foreign-powers-owning-newspapers/
Kate Middleton “May Discuss Health Next Month”; Royal Couple “Shaken By Doctored Pic Backlash” – UK Media Report
deadline.com/2024/03/kate-middleton-may-discuss-health-next-month-william-shaken-backlash-photoshopped-photo-1235860659/
UAE’s deal to buy Telegraph is ‘dead’ – as foreign governments face ban on UK media ownership
inews.co.uk/news/uae-telegraph-deal-dead-foreign-governments-ban-uk-media-ownership-2954749
Field Notes: NRIs With Opinions Face The Perils Of Expressing Them: VIJAYTA LALWANI
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‘Time to stop this…’ – In an Instagram post, British PM Rishi Sunak announces plan of banning mobile phone in England schools
financialexpress.com/world-news/time-to-stop-this-in-an-instagram-post-british-pm-rishi-sunak-announces-plan-of-banning-mobile-phone-in-england-schools-bkg/3400939/
RedBird Considers Telegraph Sale as UK Seeks Ban on Foreign Media Ownership: RedBird IMI is considering a sale of the Telegraph after Rishi Sunak’s government ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/redbird-considers-telegraph-sale-as-uk-targets-foreign-state-ownership
Paid articlePaid Commercial radio stations try to stop new BBC music spin-offs: UK media watchdog urged to block plan to create four stations that ‘directly imitate’ existing ...
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Mobile Phones in UK Schools: A boon or a bane for education?: Technology in school education needs guidelines, prioritising student well-being
gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/mobile-phones-in-uk-schools-a-boon-or-a-bane-for-education-1.101331099
Meet the inspiring women on the 2024 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award shortlist:
harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/a46675163/veuve-clicquot-bold-award-2024-finalists/
Prince Harry settles tabloid phone hacking claim, says mission to tame UK media continues
scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3251603/prince-harry-settles-tabloid-phone-hacking-claim-says-mission-tame-uk-media-continues
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Bibby Stockholm: Leonard Farruku's family 'can't afford' to repatriate body, says sister
news.sky.com/story/bibby-stockholm-leonard-farrukus-family-cant-afford-to-repatriate-body-says-sister-13040981
Ofcom poaches Big Tech staff in push to enforce new internet curbs: UK regulator hires executives from Meta, Microsoft and Google as it gains powers from Online ...
ft.com/content/19e9da57-5da4-40bc-989d-9820bf3d2aff
US, UK call for release of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai as national security trial begins
france24.com/en/asia-pacific/20231218-us-britain-call-for-release-of-hong-kong-media-mogul-jimmy-lai-as-trial-begins
Quick Glance: Jimmy Lai: Trial Begins for Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Figure
- Founder of Apple Daily, Jimmy Lai, appears at the West Kowloon Magistrate.
- His case is causing international uproar and is seen as a test for judicial independence in Hong Kong.
- He is viewed as a traitor who aimed to undermine China's national security.
- Critics perceive his arrest and trial as another example of Beijing's growing control over Hong Kong.
Ofcom Delays Publishing Research On Politicians As Presenters Until Finalizing Key GB News Rulings
deadline.com/2024/01/gb-news-ofcom-delays-research-politicians-as-presenters-1235696005/
From right or left, UAE ownership of the Telegraph should be unacceptable: To state the obvious, the media is more important to free speech and public debate ...
theguardian.com/business/nils-pratley-on-finance/2023/dec/12/from-right-or-left-uae-ownership-of-the-telegraph-should-be-unacceptable
Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok over information it provided about parental controls
news.sky.com/story/uk-regulator-launches-investigation-into-tiktok-13030264
UK government ‘minded’ to probe Telegraph deal over Abu Dhabi links: Redbird IMI plans to offer further assurances to ensure independence of the newspaper
ft.com/content/8b529251-63bd-449f-adcb-fa410f634931
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British medias Hinduphobia, focus on cows, curry & caste leading to prejudice against Indians in UK: Survey
wionews.com/india-news/british-medias-hinduphobia-focus-on-cows-curry-caste-leading-to-prejudice-against-indians-in-uk-survey-675859
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle "Believe Royals Vendetta Blocking Brands": Meghan Markle has been signed to WME since April 2023, but no big brand deals have ...
deadline.com/2023/12/harry-meghan-believe-royal-family-behind-vendetta-blocking-big-brand-deals-1235670200/
Farrukh Dhondy | Of clowns' and politics in UK: When a joke isn't a joke any more
deccanchronicle.com/opinion/columnists/301223/farrukh-dhondy-of-clowns-and-politics-in-uk-when-a-joke-isn.html
Russell Brand questioned by London police over 6 more sexual offence claims, UK media reports
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/12/19/russell-brand-questioned-by-london-police-over-6-more-sexual-offence-claims-uk-media-reports
EasyJet passenger put on no-fly list because of his name: This article was one of Herald Travel’s best-read stories of 2023 A passenger claimed he was wrongfully ...
nzherald.co.nz/travel/easyjet-passenger-put-on-no-fly-list-because-of-his-name/52EVESBPWBH3VLTB3NHXLHAARI/
British leader Rishi Sunak has sacked controversial interior minister Suella Braverman, multiple UK media outlets reported ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/pakistan #DawnToday #SuellaBraverman
PM Rishi Sunak's officials in Delhi to discuss India-UK FTA: Report: London, Dec 9 (PTI) Senior officials from British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's team are ...
deccanherald.com/india/pm-rishi-sunaks-officials-in-delhi-to-discuss-india-uk-fta-report-2804363
Harry and Meghan say they were 'not invited' to King Charles' 75th: Harry's father the King turns 75 on Tuesday and is said to be celebrating with a party ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/harry-meghan-not-invited-king-28076073
Households could get £169 off BBC TV Licence if they act now: People of all ages could qualify - this is how to check if you are one of them
birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/uk-households-can-169-bbc-28266177
Hamas are 'butchers of people', Supernova survivor tells UK media: In an interview with the UK's Channel 4 News, three unnamed survivors tell of ...
jpost.com/arab-israeli-conflict/gaza-news/article-772004
Buckingham Palace "Exploring All Options" As King Embroiled In Race Row
ndtv.com/world-news/buckingham-palace-exploring-all-options-as-king-embroiled-in-race-row-4624214
Heat pumps misinformation bringing confusion and delay: We, in Scotland and the UK, seem to love a news story about how bad heat pumps are with stories with ...
heraldscotland.com/politics/viewpoint/23951450.heat-pumps-misinformation-bringing-confusion-delay/
Prince Harry Extends an Olive Branch to King Charles For His Birthday: A recent birthday call may have signaled a shift.
wmagazine.com/culture/prince-harry-meghan-markle-king-charles-birthday-call
Boris Johnson to host TV shows on GB News : Broadcaster says former PM will join in new year and play key role in its election coverage
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Boris Johnson to Host GB News Show
- Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson will work as a presenter, programme maker, and commentator for the news channel.
- He will have a key role in covering the UK and US elections next year.
- He will host a series showcasing the power of Britain around the world.
- Mr. Johnson is excited to take up the new role on the channel.
UK media: When anti-Muslim hatred fuels hostility to Palestinians: From reporting unverified claims about Hamas, to foregrounding Islamophobic tropes ...
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Government picks two new directors for ABC board: The federal government has filled the two vacant seats on the ABC’s board as the hunt for chair Ita Buttrose’s ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/government-picks-two-new-directors-for-abc-board-20231018-p5edat.html
Laurence Fox sacked by GB News after on-air rant: He had made a series of comments about a female journalist
birminghammail.co.uk/news/uk-news/laurence-fox-sacked-gb-news-27843575
All who support Yes would ideally like to see a ‘double majority’: THE BBC’s Reporting Scotland has apparently adopted the tactic of denigrating NHS Scotland ...
thenational.scot/politics/23867535.support-yes-ideally-like-see-double-majority/
Sunak backtracks defense chief’s suggestion UK troops could train forces in Ukraine
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2023/10/01/Sunak-backtracks-defense-chief-s-suggestion-UK-troops-could-train-forces-in-Ukraine
Legally, there is no such group...: Kremlin reacts as UK to declare Wagner a terror group
wionews.com/world/legally-there-is-no-such-group-kremlin-reacts-as-uk-to-declare-wagner-a-terror-group-633002
Quick Glance: Wagner Boss Prigozhin Dead - Impact on Africa
- Wagner group effectively decapitated - future operations uncertain
- Approximately 5,000 Wagner mercenaries and instructors in multiple African countries
- GRU likely to take over Russia's African operations
- Limited Russian mercenary recruitment - contracts in Africa remain the same
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Right-wing UK TV channel fires two presenters in sexism row: Laurence Fox and fellow presenter Calvin Robinson were by right-wing UK news channel GB News after ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2023/10/04/right-wing-uk-tv-channel-fires-two-presenters-in-sexism-row_6148703_4.html
Five times Rupert Murdoch changed Britain’s media landscape: Here are five moments during Murdoch's reign, synonymous with sensational headlines ...
cityam.com/five-moments-rupert-murdoch-changed-britain-uk-media-landscape/
Agnes, Olga, Piet and Stuart: Met Office reveals storm names for 2023/24: The names were compiled by the Met Office, in partnership with Ireland's Met Éireann ...
itv.com/news/2023-08-31/agnes-olga-piet-and-stuart-met-office-reveals-storm-names-for-202324
Quick Glance: Next season's storm names with experts and comic character
- Next season's storm names have been revealed - with inspiration from civil servants, scientists, and even a famous comic character.
- Names on the list include Debi, Ciaran, and Regina - named after individuals working to protect the public from severe weather in the UK.
- Also on the list is the name Minnie, inspired by Minnie the Minx from the Beano comic, following the inclusion of Storm Dennis in 2020.
- Names of famous scientists have also been suggested, including Jocelyn, after astrophysicist Dame Jocelyn Bell.
Secret negotiation channel operates between UK and Russia – UK media: Over the past 18 months, UK officials have been negotiating with key Kremlin officials on ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/09/23/7421108/
Surrey Police statement after Sara Sharif's family release video: 10-year-old Sara Sharif was found dead at her home in Horsell last month. Her father ...
getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-polices-next-steps-sara-27667354
Quick Glance: Sara Sharif: Father and Stepmother Release Video After Her Death
- Urfan Sharif remains silent in the video while his partner Beinash Batool reads from a notebook.
- They are known to have travelled to Pakistan from the UK on August 9, and police have been unable to locate them.
- The BBC received the video but has been unable to verify their account.
- The majority of the 2 minute and 36 second-long video consists of allegations that the Pakistan police are harassing the couple's extended family, illegally detaining them, and raiding their homes.
Inside Warner Bros secret Harry Potter film archive hidden from public: Metro.co.uk was invited on an exclusive trip to Warner Bros' UK archive to see all ...
metro.co.uk/2023/08/04/the-batmobile-and-harry-potters-pjs-we-visited-warner-bros-archive-19236064/
Derry Girls most-watched show in Northern Ireland: Derry Girls was the most-watched TV programme in Northern Ireland last year, with the first episode of the ...
rte.ie/entertainment/television/2023/0803/1397850-derry-girls-most-watched-show-in-northern-ireland/
Quick Glance: Derry Girls: Most Popular Show in Northern Ireland
- Derry Girls' popularity made Northern Ireland the only region in the UK where a Channel 4 program appeared in the top 10 most-watched.
- In line with the UK's general trend, older people in Northern Ireland watched more broadcast TV on a television set than younger viewers.
- Those aged 16-24 watched the least, averaging 31 minutes per day, down by over 22% since 2021.
- However, over 95% of online adults and teens in Northern Ireland used a broadcaster video-on-demand service.
Tata Steel in advanced talks to secure funds for UK plant: Reports: Tata Steel is in advanced talks with the UK government to agree around GBP 500 million in ...
business-standard.com/companies/news/tata-steel-in-advanced-talks-to-secure-funds-for-uk-plant-reports-123090300548_1.html
Quick Glance: UK in Talks with Tata Steel for £500mn Green Subsidies
- Britain's largest steelmaker seeks support for transition to less polluting technology.
- The British government is in advanced talks with Tata Steel UK over a funding package worth more than £500mn to help the country's largest steelmaker switch to greener technology.
Fortunately, Prince Harry’s dubious claims about therapy and war service don’t derail moving ‘Hearth of Invictus’
mercurynews.com/2023/08/31/fortunately-prince-harrys-dubious-claims-about-therapy-and-war-service-dont-derail-moving-hearth-of-invictus/
Quick Glance: Prince Harry Doc: Duke Talks About Emotional Trauma After Afghanistan
- Prince Harry serving in active duty in Afghanistan
- New Netflix documentary about the Invictus Games
- The duke shares his biggest challenge
- The series tells the story of the duke's sports competition for wounded servicemen and women
Snapchat under scrutiny from UK watchdog over underage users: Report: Britain’s data regulator is gathering information on Snapchat to establish whether the US ...
english.alarabiya.net/business/technology/2023/08/08/Snapchat-under-scrutiny-from-UK-watchdog-over-underage-users-Report
Metro was the first UK media outlet ever to be invited behind closed doors to take an exclusive look around Warner Bros UK's impressive archive ... Show more trib.al/xVwLA1I
Ex-UK police officers charged over racist Prince Harry and Meghan Markle text messages
scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3231379/ex-uk-police-officers-charged-over-racist-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-text-messages
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Former Moeller stars Brenden Bates and Josh Kattus ask the hard questions at UK media day
cincinnati.com/story/sports/college/university-of-kentucky/2023/08/05/kentucky-tight-ends-brenden-bates-josh-kattus-video-media-day/70535575007/
Young adults in the UK rely on social media to access news, regulator finds: TikTok was the most-used single source for children aged 12 to 15
ft.com/content/22ac0052-2fc1-4b7f-b5b9-ee77230791bf
Paid articlePaid Colosseum: Man who carved names on ancient Rome amphitheatre is UK tourist, Italian police say
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Quick Glance: UK Tourist Carves Names on Ancient Colosseum, Italian Police Report
- The nearly 2,000-year-old Colosseum is one of the most iconic symbols of Imperial Rome and Italy's top tourist site.
Love Island Draws Ofcom Complaints; ITV Plans All Star Version In 2024: UK media regulator Ofcom received more than 1,000 complaints about 'Love ...
deadline.com/2023/08/love-island-complaints-itv-plans-all-star-version-1235453014/
The Ciara Phelan Podcast: Remembering Sinéad O'Connor and how the world reacted to her death
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41196535.html
UK Mortgages at 6.66%: The Number of the Beast Won't Savage Homeowners: Mortgage rates are rising, but not by as much as the average number suggests.
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2023-07-17/uk-mortgages-at-6-66-the-number-of-the-beast-won-t-savage-homeowners
‘Cash Crunch Prevented 3 Nigerian Students From Paying Tuition on Time’. Now, They’ve Been Booted Out of UK University
fij.ng/article/cash-crunch-prevented-3-nigerian-students-from-paying-tuition-on-time-now-theyve-been-booted-out-of-uk-university/
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R | Spotted: Ford will bring the new Mustang Dark Horse to the UK next year - expect it to pale in comparison to this
pistonheads.com/news/ph-spottedykywt/ford-mustang-shelby-gt350r--spotted/47476
Tata JLR expected to unveil plans for electric car battery plant in UK: Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is set to announce plans to build a flagship ...
deccanherald.com/business/business-news/tata-jlr-expected-to-unveil-plans-for-electric-car-battery-plant-in-uk-1238480.html
Quick Glance: Jaguar Land Rover to Invest £4bn in UK Battery Factory
- Tata will invest £4bn in the site, with the government providing subsidies worth hundreds of millions of pounds.
- A rival site in Spain was also considered for the battery plant.
- The plant is Tata's first outside India and aims to facilitate the transition to electric vehicles in the car manufacturing sector.
- Industry insiders hope that Tata's battery investment will pave the way for more investments in the UK.
LISTEN: Ben Stokes laughs off potential rule changes to Ashes format despite frustrating draw
theroar.com.au/cricket/video/listen-ben-stokes-laughs-off-potential-rule-changes-to-ashes-format-despite-frustrating-draw-1293438/
Trusted news during a political dogfight: Our commitment to you is honest reporting - and an antidote to the spin and bias you’ll find elsewhere in UK media
inews.co.uk/opinion/trusted-news-during-a-political-dogfight-2498116
BBC vs The Sun: The story so far, and why media ethics matter: While the BBC allegedly did not act on a complaint against a presenter, the Sun has been accused ...
newslaundry.com/2023/07/13/bbc-vs-the-sun-the-story-so-far-and-why-media-ethics-matter
Quick Glance: BBC Presenter Huw Edwards Suspended Amid Photo Allegations
- Huw Edwards, previously unnamed, suspended on July 9 following The Sun article.
- BBC accuses the presenter of paying for explicit images.
- Vicky Flind shares statement on behalf of her husband.
- Huw Edwards has not resigned from the BBC at this time.
BBC vs The Sun: The story so far, and why media ethics matter: While the BBC allegedly did not act on a complaint against a presenter, the Sun has been accused ...
newslaundry.com/2023/07/13/bbc-vs-the-sun-the-story-so-far-and-why-media-ethics-matter
Four more dropped catches on Day 1 at Headingley brings England's tally up to 15 for the series.
Could this be why? 🤔
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Albania Awaits Predicted Surge in UK Tourists: As low costs announce quantum increase in flights to Albania, some UK media predict ‘millions’ of British tourists ...
balkaninsight.com/2023/06/19/albania-awaits-predicted-surge-in-uk-tourists/
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