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Moment radio station accidentally announces King Charles' death
A radio station has accidentally announced the death of King Charles III live on air. The U.K.-based Radio Caroline issued an apology for “any distress caused” after the British monarch's death was erroneously announced in a…
UK Radio Station Radio Caroline Issues Apology After Accidental On-Air Announcement of King Charles III's Death
In a startling broadcast blunder on Tuesday afternoon, UK radio station Radio Caroline mistakenly triggered its emergency 'Death of a Monarch' protocol, leading to a live announcement that King Charles III had passed away. The station, known for…
I have no doubt that life is out there': Radio astronomers are convinced alien contact is only a matter of time
Over five decades ago, astronomer Frank Drake used one of Earth's largest radio antennas to beam a coded message into space, hoping that it might one day reach the eyes, ears or other inscrutable sensory organs of intelligent aliens. Slicing…
The Best Emergency Radios of 2026
From the storm cellar to the mountains, we carefully researched and tested the best emergency radios. These are the ideal options for your bug-out bag or severe-weather kit. Lead tester Matt Jancer tested the newest 2026 offerings and logged 50+…
Records & Radio | Readers offer ideas for radio formats they'd enjoy
Thanks to the dozens of readers who would love to be radio programmers. But first, the Quiz Question. This is by far the hardest question I've asked in these writings: What singer-songwriter achieved a historic and unmatched milestone by writing…
Chris Russo did not vote for Boomer Esiason in the Radio Hall of Fame
Chris Russo celebrating Boomer Esiason being inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame came across about as thoughtful as a Mike Francesa eulogy. The Radio Hall of Fame announced Esiason as part of its 2026 class of inductees earlier this week. A…
Ready or Not' Directors Radio Silence to Direct 'Choose Your Own Adventure' Movie at 20th Century
20th Century Studios is developing a feature adaptation of the “Choose Your Own Adventure” book series with Radio Silence, the directing duo behind the “Ready or Not” franchise, set to direct. “Andor”…
Trevor Phillips + Akua Reindorf on the new EHRC Guidance, Radio replay link
Please or to access all these features Feminism: Sex and gender discussions SingleSexSpacesInSchools · Today 14:26 Skip in 5:10 to get to the start The Times at One with Trevor Phillips | Times Radio | The Times and the Sunday Times Listen…
Bill forcing AM radio tuners in cars gets second wind
Proposed legislation that would force car manufacturers to install AM radio tuners in their vehicles received a second chance at life this week after it was rolled into a broader transportation funding bill. The House Energy and Commerce Committee…
Teen slashed on neck in morning NYC attack steps from Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall: cops
An 18-year-old was slashed on the neck near Rockefeller Center in an early morning attack. The victim is in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital; the male attacker fled the scene. Felony assaults are up in the Midtown North precinct, despite…
King Charles Death Announcement Error Sparks Panic as Radio Station Issues Groveling Apology for 'Any Distress Caused
An English radio outlet sent listeners into a frenzy of grief after a catastrophic technical blunder caused it to accidentally announce King Charles III had died, RadarOnline.com can reveal. The horrific mistake was acknowledged by Radio Caroline…
Iowa's April, 2026 unemployment rate remains at 3.3% - Radio Iowa
Iowa's unemployment rate in April was 3.3%, the same as March. Iowa Workforce Development Director Beth Townsend says there was a modest increase in hiring last month. “We did see an increase of 3400 jobs in the month of April, which is a…
Beef Brewing: Radio Host Calls Out Barstool Podcast For Bill Belichick Interview
America's No. 1 sports podcast, Barstool's 'Pardon My Take,' recently had legendary former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on for a lengthy interview. During the more than 90-minute interview, PMT's produced Hank Lockwood took a…
The ultimate guide to Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026: full lineup, set times, last-minute tickets and everything you need to know
Time to dust off the bucket hat and slip into a pair of wellies: festival season is officially upon us. Yup, the month of May is choc-full of weekend events with impressive line ups. One of the year's mightiest outdoor British festivals is this…
King Charles is alive! Radio station apologizes for shocking death announcement
King Charles is alive and well! A UK station has issued an apology and an explanation after accidentally announcing the death of the King. © POOL/AFP via Getty Images Radio Caroline, a British station established in 1964 that broadcasts in…
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