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BIG FM eyes 50% non-radio revenue with new all-in-one media platform
Reliance Broadcast Network Limited's (RBNL) BIG FM has announced the integration of its media ecosystem, ONE BIG WORLD. Originally launched in 2022 to signal the company's diversification beyond radio, the updated iteration marks a shift from…
BBC Radio 5 Live's Nicky Campbell issues apology over homophobic language
Nicky Campbell was embroiled in a huge row after using a homophobic term in a work meeting. The BBC Radio 5 Live star used the term 'p***ter' while he told an anecdote to colleagues. The veteran presenter, who has been with the organisation for…
BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris shares emotional statement after cancer update
BBC Radio 2 veteran Bob Harris has released an emotional update as he undergoes treatment for prostate cancer, which had spread to his spine. The 80-year-old, who stepped down from the BBC after a mammoth 56 years, announced he was leaving his…
Eddie McGuire's radio show axed after Karl Stefanovic's sacking
Radio network ARN has cancelled its new flagship program The Long Weekend after just six episodes, but it will retain one of the show's high-profile hosts, Eddie McGuire, for a new twice-weekly sports program after the other, Karl Stefanovic, was…
Roberts' latest radio brings solar power and Bluetooth to a retro classic
Roberts has expanded its Revival range with the new Revival Uno Solar radio. Priced at £200, Roberts says the portable radio has been designed for listeners who “appreciate timeless design” and “the simple pleasure of…
BBC Radio 4 presenter Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Celebrated broadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton has died at the age of 68, the BBC has confirmed. The much-loved Radio 4 presenter had become a household name through his work on several flagship current affairs programmes, including Today…
Former Radio 2 digital producer brings debut play to Edinburgh
Former BBC Radio 2 producer George Williams is taking his first stage play to this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe. George, who was a digital producer for the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 and produced the Dish podcast with Nick Grimshaw…
BBC newsreader and Radio 4 presenter Edward Stourton dies
Edward Stourton, whose voice became a fixture across BBC Radio and television news, has died aged 68. The veteran journalist and broadcaster died on Saturday 18 July after previously revealing he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Edward…
Edward Stourton dead: Legendary BBC Radio 4 host dies surrounded by family
BBC legend Edward Stourton has died BBC radio legend Edward Stourton died on Saturday, July 18, aged 68, surrounded by his family, the BBC announced in a statement. No cause of death has been confirmed but he had been battling prostate cancer since…
Untelevised George Russell radio reveals X-rated rant at Mercedes
George Russell fumed at his Mercedes team in an expletive-laden rant that was not played on the English broadcast of the race. Russell tangled with Lewis Hamilton in the opening lap and became beached in the gravel but rather than blame his old…
Volunteer-led radio station has 'one final opportunity' to avoid its closure
A Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire radio station is facing the risk of closure due to mounting costs. Crags Radio, which covers North Nottinghamshire and North East Derbyshire, has been running for six years. The volunteer-led radio station has now…
George Russell sends new message after untelevised Belgian GP team radio emerges
Mercedes driver George Russell has vowed that he won't “stop fighting” after his first-lap retirement at Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix. Russell suffered his third non-score in six races at Spa after a collision with Lewis Hamilton's…
BBC Radio 2 legend Bob Harris' emotional statement after cancer diagnosis
A BBC Radio 2 legend who stepped down from his role after 56 years following a cancer diagnosis has shared a heart-breaking statement. Bob Harris announced in June that he would stand down from presenting his show after his prostate cancer had…
Lab focused on water quality of Iowa's Great Lakes sees $6M addition - Radio Iowa
A major expansion is underway at the Iowa Lakeside Laboratory in the Iowa Great Lakes area. The environmental research and education center on the shores of West Okoboji offers hands-on learning for people of all ages. Lab executive director Mary…
Report rates 19% of large and mid-sized Iowa farming operations financially vulnerable - Radio Iowa
A new report shows net farm income in Iowa dropped by 53% between 2022 and 2024. The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, Iowa State University and the Iowa Bankers Association commissioned the study. Iowa State University ag economist Chad Hart said…
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