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From war zones to outer space, radio remains essential
Every 13 February marks World Radio Day, a celebration timed to the moment UN Radio first crackled to life 80 years ago. UN News teams have gathered stories from every corner of the world that reveal a simple truth: in places fractured by conflict…
Government launches UK radio review as digital listening hits almost 75%
The Government has launched a review of the UK radio and audio industry which will consider the future of analogue services such as the FM radio signal. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has said the way people listen to the radio…
BBC Radio Sheffield: Watch Thursday's Football Heaven
Watch Thursday night's edition of BBC Radio Sheffield's Football Heaven, discussing the latest football news. Get in touch by calling 0800 111 4949. The show is on from 18:00-19:00 GMT on Thursday, 12 February - or watch or listen again afterwards.
World Radio Day 2026: Pune event reflects on radio's future in age of AI
Blending nostalgia with conversations on the future, Pune marked World Radio Day 2026 with an evening of talks and a documentary screening at Firodia Hall, Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute. The event was organised in line with UNESCO's theme…
'Like Jurassic Park': Australia's Music Industry Slams New Commercial Radio Code
SYDNEY, Australia — The registration of Australia's new radio code has hit such a bum note with the domestic music community, multiple trade bodies have referenced the situation as disappointing, a “missed opportunity” and an…
Radio Host Predicts Patriots Will Win 5 Games Next Season
The New England Patriots took a seismic leap when going from 4-12 to AFC champions this season. A radio host boldly predicted them to fall back to square one in 2026. New England's resplendent campaign ended with an ugly Super Bowl LX loss to the…
Welcoming Ramadan - Radio Suno 91.7 FM - No 1 Malayalam FM Radio in Qatar Welcoming Ramadan
As the moon sighting for Ramadan 2026 approaches, a unique transformation is taking place across Qatar. Preparing for the Holy Month in Qatar is an art. From the flickering lanterns in the windows of Msheireb to the scent of freshly ground cardamom…
Future of FM radio to be reviewed again by Government
Ministers have begun a review that could determine how UK radio is distributed beyond 2030, and if FM should be switched-off. The government will examine whether there should be a managed transition away from FM in the 2030s, as almost 75% of…
RTE's Morning Ireland most popular show on radio even after losing listeners
Morning Ireland on RTE Radio 1 is the most popular show on Irish radio - despite losing 4,000 listeners, figures show. The latest Joint National Listenership Research (JNLR) stats reveal 467,000 tune into the daily morning news and current affairs…
Culture secretary writes to BBC over Radio Scotland shake up concerns
Analysis first reported in The Herald, by Stephen McAll of the band Constant Follower, examined the impact of the decision to axe four curator-led specialist late night shows and replace them with a play-list led programme. It found that in the…
'She Should Be Fired' - Conservative Radio Host Slams Pam Bondi Over Handling of Epstein Files
Conservative radio host Erick Erickson slammed Attorney General Pam Bondi 's defensive performance in front of Congress. He asked Donald Trump to fire her if she does not resign on her own over her role in handling the Jeffrey Epstein files. The…
Shortlist out for the Commercial Radio News Awards 2026
The nominations for the 2026 Commercial Radio News Awards in association with IRN and Sky News have been revealed. Sky News ‘Mornings' and ‘Cheat Sheet' podcast presenter, Kamali Melbourne, announced the shortlists for the 13…
Dick Van Dyke announced dead on live radio by mistake
Legendary actor Dick Van Dyke was declared dead on live radio this morning in what turned out to be an awkward blunder. During the entertainment news update of the Heart Radio's Breakfast Show, reporter Ashley Roberts announced the 100-year-old…
Greg James sets 1,000km Radio 1 ride target challenge
Greg James will broadcast live while cycling 1,000km for Red Nose Day this year. The BBC Radio 1 Breakfast presenter is taking on an eight day tandem ride from Weymouth to Edinburgh, finishing on Friday 20 March in time for Red Nose Day. The…
Government launches UK radio review as digital listening hits almost 75
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has said the way people listen to the radio is “rapidly changing”, with 74.6% of UK radio listening now taking place on digital or online platforms. The upcoming review will look at…
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