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Nudify apps available on Apple Store allow users to create rape and sexual assault videos

Exclusive: Campaigners say app creators are allowing women and children to be violated, abused and harmed

The Independent UK

King Charles’ death falsely announced, followed by national anthem and 16 minutes of silence; UK radio station breached broadcast standards

King Charles’ death was mistakenly announced on UK radio station Radio Caroline after a staff member accidentally aired pre-recorded statements prepared for such an event. The broadcast included the national anthem and 16 minutes of silence before regular programming resumed. Ofcom ruled that the station breached broadcast standards over the…

The Times of India

Whoops, Rumors Of King Charles’ Death Ran Around Thanks To One Curious Radio Employee

A nightmare for all involved.

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In a more devolved UK, should London still be in charge of broadcasting?

What we watch on television, hear on the radio and see on our screens is shaped by decisions that are still largely made in Westminster. That includes the rules governing broadcasters, how public service media are funded and regulated and how the UK’s nations and regions are represented.

The Conversation

GB News investigated by Ofcom after guest links Pride to paedophilia

Ofcom is investigating after 12,000 people complained over comments made by guest Caroline Farrow linking Pride to paedophilia

Evening Standard

GB News investigated over guest’s Pride and paedophilia comments

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Bimini and Zack Polanski were among those to speak out about her comments

The Independent UK

Radio Station Accidentally Announces King Charles' Death Then Plays 16 Minutes of Silence

Radio Caroline mistakenly announced King Charles III's death due to a staff error, leading to confusion and an Ofcom investigation. The station later apologised and removed the sensitive files.

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Ofcom investigates GB News over guest’s pride and paedophilia remarks

Regulator acts after 12,000 complaints over comments by Caroline Farrow linking parades with bestiality and paedophilia

The Guardian - UK

Ofcom launches investigations into anti-LGBT+ hate speech on GB News

OFCOM has launched investigations into anti-LGBT+ hate speech on GB News following 15,000 complaints

The National (Scotland)

UK radio broke rules in announcing king's death: watchdog

LONDON - A community radio station breached the rules after accidentally announcing the death of King Charles III in a May broadcast, a UK watchdog said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

William Arnold travelled 1,700 miles to a remote Isle of Lewis phone box and spent about £36 making 52 calls; the usage protected it for another year

William Arnold embarked on a mission to save a secluded phone box on a distant island. To meet Ofcom's operational requirements, he placed fifty-two calls, ensuring that the kiosk remains available for another year. His dedication underscores the vital role public call boxes play in isolated communities, urging others to…

The Times of India

Radio worker wrongly broadcasts King Charles’ death, panics, then runs away

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The Independent UK

Radio host 'panicked and fled' after wrongly announcing King's death, report finds

A RADIO presenter "panicked and left the premises" after accidentally broadcasting an announcement that King Charles had died.

The National (Scotland)

Radio station accidentally announced King’s death then broadcast 16 minutes of silence as panicked staff member ran away

The station said the staff member who played the files had been ‘reprimanded’ and had ‘apologised’

The Independent UK

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TechRadar

Why accountability is the next battleground in UK business connectivity

Coverage maps won the last decade. Accountability decides who wins the next one.

The National (Scotland)

SNP demands Royal Mail investigation after ‘appalling’ service shown in new figures

The SNP has called on the UK Government to order an investigation into Royal Mail after new figures showed what it described as…

International Business Times UK

Is X Replacing Traditional News Apps in the UK? Elon Musk Thinks So

Elon Musk has described X as the go-to platform for real-time news, citing recent app rankings and growing engagement.

International Business Times UK

Broadband and Mobile Price Rises: How Ofcom's Pounds and Pence Rule Changed What UK Homes Pay in 2026

The impact of the 2026 broadband price increase, Ofcom's new regulations, and how to find out when you can cancel your contract without a fee.

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The National (Scotland)

Five key things we learned about BBC and Scottish media from new watchdog report

THE BBC has cut the amount it spends on original Scottish programming by more than 10 per cent, according to a new report from the UK’s media…

The Independent UK

Streaming giant overtakes BBC as UK viewers’ first choice for TV

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The Guardian - UK

Adolescence or The Traitors? Netflix neck-and-neck with BBC as British viewers’ go-to

Amid slowing streaming market, Netflix still produces hits that help make it default service for quarter of Britons

The Independent UK

BBC dethroned by major streaming platform as viewers ditch traditional broadcasters

Ofcom said the figures underlined the ‘growing challenges’ faced by traditional broadcasters from global streaming platforms and online video services

Evening Standard

Viewers now as likely to turn to Netflix as the BBC when deciding what to watch

Netflix is now the first choice for 26% of viewers when looking for something to watch – with the BBC at 25%, according to an Ofcom report.

The National (Scotland)

The Commonwealth Games is not on BBC. Here's why Westminster is to blame.

UK MINISTERS are being urged to ensure the Commonwealth Games is protected on free-to-air TV following criticism over the event only being broadcast…

The Independent UK

BT’s Openreach new customer deal could be blocked over ‘not fair and reasonable’ concerns

Openreach said it was ‘disappointed’ at Ofcom’s proposed action to intervene

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