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Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
TNT Sports loses Champions League and rugby rights
TNT Sports suffers a double blow as it loses Champions League football to Paramount+ and walks away from rugby's Nations Championship auction. Analysis of the broadcaster's strategy.
Bradshaw's On-Air Gaffe Sparks Retirement Calls
Fox Sports' Terry Bradshaw faces renewed retirement demands after mispronouncing Jaxon Smith-Njigba's name live on air. The 77-year-old's latest blunder went viral.
Netflix Targets Premier League After Sports Rights Setback
Streaming giant Netflix is considering a bid for Premier League rights after being outbid by Paramount+ for the Champions League. Discover how the battle for live sports is reshaping broadcasting.
BBC Under Threat: New Protection Plan Proposed
The BBC faces unprecedented challenges from global tech billionaires and political pressure. Discover the four-point plan to safeguard Britain's public broadcaster for future generations.
Paramount+ Wins UK Champions League Rights From 2027
Paramount+ secures UK Champions League rights from 2027 in a record deal, ending TNT Sports' tenure. Sky Sports gets Europa & Conference League. Discover the new football broadcasting landscape.
Sky Sports wins UEFA Europa & Conference League rights
Sky Sports secures UK broadcast rights for the UEFA Europa League and Conference League from the 2027/28 season. Get the latest on this major sports broadcasting shake-up.
Sky Sports' Female TikTok Channel Ditched in 3 Days
Sky Sports' Halo TikTok channel aimed at women was pulled after just three days. Discover why this marketing misstep highlights a fundamental flaw in how sports engage female audiences.
MLB's $800M Media Deals with ESPN, NBC & Netflix
Major League Baseball announces groundbreaking three-year media rights agreements with ESPN, NBC & Netflix worth nearly $800 million annually. Discover how this reshapes sports broadcasting.
ITV in talks to sell stake in Broadcasting House
ITV is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell a significant stake in its legendary London headquarters, the Grade II listed ITV Tower, as part of a major property strategy shift that could reshape Britain's media landscape.
Fox Sports shakes up NRL coverage with legend appointments
Fox Sports unveils dramatic lineup changes as rugby league legends including Cooper Cronk, Braith Anasta and James Graham secure prominent roles in network shake-up ahead of NRL season.
MPs demand end to BBC child licence fee charges
Cross-party committee calls for immediate reform of BBC funding model, branding child licence fees 'unfair' and demanding government action to protect young viewers.
Sky Sports Italy sacks interns after on-air goal celebration
Two Sky Sports Italy interns were dramatically fired after their enthusiastic goal celebration was broadcast live during a Champions League match, sparking widespread debate about workplace culture in sports media.
NBC colleagues' emotional tribute after 50ft scoreboard fall
Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth deliver heartfelt tribute during Steelers game after NBC colleague suffers horrific fall from scoreboard at Acrisure Stadium
Virgin Media blackout: Sky & TNT Sports channels go dark
Millions of Virgin Media customers face sports blackout as Sky and TNT Sports channels disappear in major carriage fee dispute. Find out when your favourite sports might return.
Cycling commentator sparks Ashes coverage controversy
Rob Key voices frustration as cycling commentator Rob Hatch is assigned to Ashes cricket coverage, sparking debate about broadcaster expertise requirements.
The man who's been on TV 2,500+ times
Meet Britain's most frequent television guest who has appeared on screen over 2,500 times without ever becoming famous. Discover the surprising truth behind television's hidden regular.
CBS presenter's wardrobe malfunction during Champions League
CBS Sports broadcaster Kate Scott experienced an embarrassing on-air wardrobe malfunction during Champions League coverage, leaving viewers distracted from the football action as they expressed concern about her visible bra strap.
Michael Jordan joins NBC Sports as NBA analyst
Basketball icon Michael Jordan makes stunning return to basketball as NBC Sports analyst following retirement, bringing his championship expertise to broadcasting.
Bryant Gumbel Hospitalised: HBO Sports Anchor Health Scare
Legendary television journalist Bryant Gumbel has been hospitalised, forcing his temporary departure from HBO's Real Sports. Get the latest on his condition and show's interim plans.
Laura Woods: From Love Island to TV Royalty
Discover how Laura Woods transformed from dating Love Island's Adam Collard to becoming one of British television's most sought-after presenters, dominating sports coverage and entertainment alike.
Pushy Parents: Youth Sports' Biggest Problem
Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.