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Niall Horan stranded on motorway after Radio 1 Big Weekend performance
Niall Horan came back to reality with a bump after he left stranded on the side of the M6 following his Big Weekend performance. The chart topper took to the stage at Herrington Country Park in Sunderland yesterday, during BBC Radio 1's Big…
Vernon Kay says 'don't make me worried' as co-star responds to Radio 2 complaint
On his Thursday mid-morning show, Vernon Kay found himself being mocked by colleagues as he bundled up in a hoodie while struggling to cope with the chill from the air conditioning in the BBC Radio 2 studios. After playing a song, the star hit…
Taliban Closes Radio Stations In Ongoing Media Clampdown
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have closed down three local radio stations in the latest move in an ongoing crackdown that has seen the country's media landscape decimated since the militant group seized power for a second time in 2021. The…
The Calm in the Storm: Baltimore Radio Legend Randy Dennis to Be Honored at Black Wall Street Woodlawn
BLACK WALL STREET AWARDS | WOODLAWN | JUNE 4, 2026 For 40+ years, Randy Dennis showed up — no ego, no drama, just music, community, and joy. On June 4, Baltimore gets to say thank you. (BALTIMORE – May 25, 2026) — There is a…
Senator Ted Cruz Praises Amateur Radio Volunteers for Emergency Preparedness
Senator Ted Cruz, in a strong pre-Memorial Day message publicly highlighted the critical role that Amateur Radio Service volunteers play during disasters, praising and thanking ham radio operators who provide essential communications when storms…
Vernon Kay left 'worried' after complaining about Radio 2 struggle live on air
During his Thursday mid-morning programme, Vernon Kay became the target of workplace banter as he wrapped himself in a hoodie while battling the freezing air conditioning in the BBC Radio 2 studios. Following a musical interlude, the presenter…
Hydrogen exploration in Iowa well underway - Radio Iowa
If hydrogen becomes a viable alternative to fossil fuels, Iowa may be in a position to benefit. Ryan Clark, associate state geologist with the Iowa Geological Survey, said recent research has shown there are certain types of rocks that naturally…
Watch Lola Young give James Blake collab 'From Down Here' live debut at Radio 1's Big Weekend
Lola Young gave her recently shared James Blake collab ‘From Down Here' its live debut at Radio 1's Big Weekend – check out footage below. Read More: Lola Young – ‘I'm Only Fucking Myself' review: interesting and…
How one man overcame his stammer to reach thousands as a radio host
For most people, speaking is something they rarely think about. Conversation flows naturally, words arrive effortlessly and communication is taken for granted. But for Gareth Cottrell, speech was once a daily struggle that filled him with fear…
Ben Davies: Wales defender should have Tottenham Hotspur future - Gary Mabbutt
Former captain Gary Mabbutt hopes Ben Davies will have a future at Tottenham Hotspur after the club avoided relegation to the Championship. Wales skipper Davies, who turned 33 last month, sees his Tottenham contract expire next month. The defender…
Let's Discuss Three Recent Podcast Hall Of Fame Inductees
A Podcast Hall of Fame is important because it recognizes pioneers, preserves the history of the medium, and fosters community, honoring those who have profoundly impacted audio storytelling and industry growth since its inception. It elevates key…
Premier League predictions: How accurate were BBC Sport pundits?
Chris Bevan BBC Sport journalist Last summer, 33 BBC TV and radio pundits made their predictions for the Premier League season, picking their champions and their top four. Sounds easy? Far from it. Twenty-one of them thought Liverpool would win it…
Canada: Scientists May Have Cracked the Code to Predicting Lightning Strikes!
It's entirely possible for lightning to strike the same place twice. Moreover, predicting where and how often lightning will strike may now be feasible, according to a recent study from Canada. In Canada, a team from the Schulich School of…
Researchers Issue Warning About Tech That Could Turn Every Router 'Into a Potential Means for Surveillance
Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany say ordinary WiFi networks can be used to identify people with an eerie amount of accuracy. In a study, the researchers describe using beamforming feedback information (BFI) and…
The Mandalorian And Grogu Gets Slightly Better Than Predicted Opening And Higher Audience Scores - But Still...
According to a report The Mandalorian and Grogu looks set for a slightly better than predicted opening weekend domestically. Perhaps that is due to much higher audience scores for the film when compared to what critics thought. However, I think we…
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