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5 of the Greatest Hip-Hop Radio Freestyles of All Time
Freestyling is a lost art in hip-hop today. It's one of the foundational practices that built hip-hop as a culture. Rappers would huddle on street corners and alleys to freestyle in large ciphers for minutes at a time. Eventually, hip-hop would…
Here Are the Radio Hall of Fame's 2026 Nominees: Full List
The Museum of Broadcast Communications today announced the nominees for the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame. The 24 nominees were chosen by the Radio Hall of Fame nominating committee, with input from the radio industry and listeners. Voting for inductees…
'Systemic bullying': Jackie O's legal threat to radio bosses revealed
Jackie Henderson unleashed against her breakfast radio cohost Kyle Sandilands, alleging she had been systematically attacked, bullied, belittled and humiliated on-air so badly it had left her psychologically unwell. The explosive letter Henderson…
'Radio has lost its professionalism' - Tommy Annan Forson - The Ghanaian Chronicle
Veteran broadcaster Tommy Annan Forson has expressed deep concern about what he describes as a steady decline in professionalism within radio broadcasting, saying the industry has shifted away from the discipline and standards that once defined it.
Radio Caroline comes second in Britain's most iconic trademarks poll
Radio Caroline has taken second place in a poll of the nation's favourite trademarks, conducted by the Intellectual UK Property Office. The poll was to mark 150 years of trademark registration. Only Rolls Royce beat Radio Caroline to the top spot.
BBC reveals new Radio Scotland shake-up as arts show presenters are dropped
They will be replaced by Grant Stott and Arlene Stuart in the afternoon slot on Radio Scotland. The changes were revealed as BBC Scotland confirmed that Connie McLaughlin and Stephen Jardine as the permanent replacements for Kaye Adams. She was…
Another familiar Houston radio voice suddenly goes silent
Another familiar voice has signed off on Houston radio. 93Q Country is searching for a new midday host after Gerardo Sproet exited the role, with news of his departure announced over the weekend. A Houston native, Sproet spent his entire radio…
Iowa unemployment unchanged in February - Radio Iowa
Iowa's unemployment rate held steady at 3.4% in February. Iowa Workforce Development director Beth Townsend says there are some signs of tightening in sections of the economy. “Employers shed about 4,400 jobs between January and February…
Pamphlets, radio, and now Iran's AI-generated Lego videos: the new frontier of information warfare
While AI technology is new, information warfare is as old as conflict itself. For millennia, humans have used propaganda, deception and psychological operations to influence adversaries' decision-making and morale. In the 13th century, for…
Independent radio stations ask Media Minister to intervene on 'shocking' 39% levy increase
INDEPENDENT RADIO STATIONS have called for Media Minister Patrick O'Donovan to take urgent action after a proposal to raise the broadcast levy to an “unsustainable” level. The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI) said that the…
Hard to say' when Sutton Bonington industrial fire will be out
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service Fire officials say it is 'difficult to predict' when a blaze that started at an industrial estate in Sutton Bonington more than a week ago will be fully extinguished. A large fire broke out at Hathernware…
Iowa House votes 93-0 to provide $3 million for pediatric cancer research - Radio Iowa
The Iowa House has unanimously voted to send $3 million in state funds to the University of Iowa to support pediatric cancer research and clinical trials. “I'll be the first to say it: $3 million is not enough to solve pediatric…
AGN SIG Dissertation Jamboree, April 28-30, 2026 - NASA Science
We are thrilled to announce the AGN Dissertation Jamboree ! This three-day event will be held from 1–2 pm ET / 10–11 am PT on April 28th, 29th, and 30th. The program (see below) highlights a range of exciting AGN science shaping the…
Why the NFL Draft is a nightmare for oddsmakers: 'The market hasn't grown up'
The NFL Draft starts Thursday, and in case you didn't know this yet: Yes, you can actually bet on a myriad of options around the big event. When it comes to wagering on the draft, there is one thing that novice bettors and casual fans struggle to…
Apple's new CEO faces a fresh set of marketing challenges
Apple's incoming CEO, John Ternus, is set to inherit an intriguing marketing challenge from his predecessor, Tim Cook. By most metrics, Cook is leaving the company's longtime hardware chief with a brand in top shape. Data from the brand valuation…
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