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Strictly Come Dancing winner announces new radio show
A Strictly Come Dancing winner has landed a brand new show. Chris McCausland - who triumphed on the show alongside dancer Dianne Buswell - has signed up for a new show on Absolute Radio, with the new radio programme launching Sunday July 5th. The…
Liverpool news: Robbie Fowler - BBC Radio Merseyside A to Z
The sixth episode of BBC Radio Merseyside's A to Z of Liverpool focuses on the letter F - and there are quite a few players to choose from. The team talk Joe Fagan, David Fairclough and Roberto Firmino in the latest episode, as well as the 'Toxteth…
Tributes paid to BBC Radio Leeds producer Andy Evans
Tributes have been paid to long-serving BBC Radio Leeds journalist Andrew Evans, who died suddenly at the age of 57. The father-of-two, who had worked at the BBC for 30 years, was known to audiences as 'Producer Andy'. Andrew, who produced the…
Radio 2 DJ Trevor Nelson taking break from broadcasting over health issues
Trevor Nelson has announced he is taking a break from broadcasting because of health issues. The BBC Radio 2 presenter and DJ, who has not been on air all week, said he was taking time out after being advised to go for medical tests following a…
BBC Radio 1 listeners 'howling' after Charli XCX apologises for awkward blunder
Radio 1 listeners were left in hysterics on Friday morning (June 26) after popstar Charli XCX was forced to apologise for dropping an F-bomb live on air. The 33-year old, born Charlotte Emma Aitchison, was appearing on Breakfast with Greg James…
BBC Radio 2 star Trevor Nelson announces break from show amid 'health issues
Trevor Nelson has revealed he is battling health issues, as he announced a break from his Radio 2 show. The radio DJ, 62, says he is taking a break from work commitments after some follow up tests. He did not disclose his specific health issues but…
Long Wave radio era set to end with Droitwich switch-off
A campaign has begun to get two large transmitter masts listed, after the BBC's Long Wave (LW) service is turned off. The 700ft (213m) high Wychbold Masts in the Worcestershire countryside can be seen for miles and are often used as a landmark for…
Trevor Nelson hinted his working days were numbered - days before Radio 2 break
TREVOR Nelson confessed he ‘doesn't know' how much longer he'll be working just days before pulling out of his Radio 2 show. On Friday morning, the legendary broadcaster, 62, announced he's taking time away from Radio 2 while he deals with a…
Buster Posey mysteriously yanked from radio interview as Pride Night controversy drags on, CEO makes it worse
The San Francisco Giants continue to lead the way in being, perhaps, the wokest team in all of professional sports. That's a big title to hold, but this organization may just be the leader in the clubhouse at the moment. Bravo! Nearly two weeks…
BBC Radio 2's Trevor Nelson steps back from radio commitments due to 'health issues
Sharnaz Shahid Deputy Online Editor BBC Radio 2 star Trevor Nelson has announced he is taking a break from work commitments while he deals with 'health issues'. The 62-year-old broadcaster has been absent from his regular slot after undergoing…
Future Releases New Song 'Radio' With Music Video: Watch
Future is back, and this time there is an album on the way. The rapper has just released a new song titled ‘Radio,' which is the latest single released in rollout for his upcoming album The Real Me. The album itself is scheduled for release…
BBC Radio 2 star confirms break from work due to 'health issues
BBC Radio 2 star Trevor Nelson has said he will be taking a break from work commitments while he deals with 'health issues'. The DJ and broadcaster, 62, has been absent from his regular slot after undergoing tests. He usually presents weekdays…
BBC Radio Leeds producer Andy Evans dies
BBC Radio Leeds is mourning the sudden death of long-serving journalist and producer Andrew Evans, who died at the age of 57 while on holiday in France on 21st June. Andrew, known on air as Producer Andy, had worked at the BBC for three decades and…
BBC Radio DJ Trevor Nelson announces break due to 'health issues
BBC Radio 2 DJ Trevor Nelson informed fans he will be taking a break due to 'health issues'. The 62-year-old has usually presents 2pm-4pm every weekday, but has been absent from his regular slot this week. Trevor also presents BBC Radio 1Xtra each…
Buster Posey backs out of radio interview in Giants' latest misstep
SAN FRANCISCO — For a baseball team that can't seem to do anything right between the lines, you'd think the Giants would try to ace their image off the field. And yet, their putrid play isn't even the organization's primary problem. The…
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