Who were the Question of Sport presenters? BBC cancels quiz show after 50 years Only a handful of individuals have hosted the show through its half-a-century run Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2023
A Question of Sport: ill-fated Paddy McGuinness reboot buried a TV institution The 53-year-old quiz show, shelved after ratings took a nosedive, was once the best place to see sporting stars The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2023
BBC shelves Question of Sport, blaming ‘funding challenges’ Corporation halts production on world’s longest-running sport quiz after 53 years and says it is ‘not the final whistle’ The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2023
‘Rise in conspiracy theories’: Labor was warned disinformation bill would stir claims of censorship Communications minister’s department urged government to learn lessons from failed US Disinformation Governance Board The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023
Labor to overhaul misinformation bill after objections over freedom of speech ‘Clarifications on religious freedom’ to be reconsidered, says communications minister Michelle Rowland, after strong pushback from Coalition The Guardian - AU · Nov 13, 2023
Why is Labor’s bill on combatting disinformation so controversial? Coalition is ringing alarm bells about legislation, despite it containing many Morrison-era proposals. But they’re not alone in their concerns The Guardian - AU · Sep 30, 2023
‘Quite strange’ for Coalition to reject disinformation crackdown it originally proposed, Albanese says Prime minister defends social media bill amid concerns from Christian groups it could portray religious teachings as misinformation The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2023
Tens of thousands more Brits are dying - experts not sure why In December 2022 the number of excess deaths was 5,900, which is 13.5 per cent above the five-year average Wales Online · May 12, 2023
'Brits are dying in their tens of thousands - and we don't really have any idea why' Tens of thousands more Brits died than usual from May to December 2022, excluding Covid as a cause of death, raising serious questions as to why so many died Daily Mirror · May 11, 2023
John Motson named by fans as greatest football commentator of all time Meanwhile, Gary Lineker was named as the favourite football presenter - but Kenneth Wolstenholme had the most memorable line of commentary, with “They think it's all over...” Wales Online · Apr 25, 2023
Football quiz tests knowledge of famous commentary lines - who said them and when John Motson has been named as the greatest football commentator of all time - but Kenneth Wolstenholme had the most memorable quote, with “They think it's all over...” Daily Mirror · Apr 25, 2023
Two-thirds of Australians say not enough being done to protect from unsafe AI, as minister called on to act A report by the peak industry body for artificial intelligence says it is time for government to develop an AI plan and that the lack of one is hampering the industry and exposing Australians to risk. ABC News · Mar 29, 2023
Alarm over Fla. GOP college "censorship" Republican legislation threatens to turn Ron DeSantis’ higher education vision into law Salon · Feb 27, 2023
Editorial: Skirmish over AP course raises questions — again — about College Board’s mission The new Advanced Placement African American studies course was unveiled on the first day of Black History Month amid speculation that controversial subjects, such as Black Lives Matter and reparations, were expunged to avoid conservative political backlash. While the College Board denied that the curriculum was watered down, the flap… Los Angeles Times · Feb 21, 2023
AAP · Feb 11, 2023 Dutton announces changes to coalition's front bench Peter Dutton has rejigged his front bench following Alan Tudge's decision to quit parliament, as his Liberal deputy calls for a woman candidate to be selected.
Salon · Feb 1, 2023 AP class changed after DeSantis pressure Black Lives Matter, critical race theory, Black feminism, and queer intersectionality are no longer exam topics
Los Angeles Times · Feb 1, 2023 For the first time, students can take African American studies as an AP class LOS ANGELES — On the opening day of Black History Month, the College Board is making history Wednesday by releasing details of its first Advanced Placement class on African American studies for high school students — a class that drew national attention after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis banned it in…
Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2023 Australian minister says Kanye West could be denied entry visa Pressure has mounted to deny the musician an entry visa, if he tries to visit Australia, over anti-Semitic comments.
ABC News · Oct 13, 2022 Paracetamol poisoning on the rise, TGA considers limiting how much people can buy The medicines regulator is considering whether to put some restrictions on how paracetamol is sold because of concerns about its use in self-harm.
Irish Mirror · Oct 3, 2022 Expert tells RTE's Claire Byrne what worried parents should do if their kid is vaping There has been a worrying rise in the trend among young Irish people
Irish Mirror · Sep 5, 2022 Tallaght stabbings: Child psychologist's advice on how to speak to your kids about deaths David Coleman has urged parents and guardians to 'empathise with them' following the weekend deaths of four young people, including young jockey Jack de Bromhead
Wales Online · Apr 11, 2022 Far-right nationalist group linked to banner flown over Etihad in Man City vs Liverpool game It comes amid a campaign which has seen leaflets with similar messages posted through hundreds of doors
Manchester Evening News · Apr 11, 2022 Far-right nationalist group linked to banner flown over Etihad stadium during Man City match - as residents also voice concern over "terrifying" similar leaflets they've had through the door EXCLUSIVE: A nationalist group named Patriotic Alternative claimed responsibility for similar flyers posted through letter boxes this weekend across the North West