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Zoe Ball's dad Johnny accuses BBC of 'ageism' after her Radio 2 exit
Zoe Ball's dad Johnny has accused the BBC of 'ageism' after his daughter's exit from Radio 2. The radio star and presenter left the station's Breakfast Show after nearly six years at the helm. At the time, she was believed to be earning…
What causes mysterious long delayed radio echoes in Earth's atmosphere?
In 1927, Norwegian civil engineer and amateur radio operator Jørgen Hals made an unusual discovery: while monitoring transmissions from a shortwave radio station in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, he began hearing odd, 'delayed' radio echoes…
Actor collapses and dies during heated live radio interview
A well-known actor has passed away after collapsing during a live radio interview. The radio station confirmed the death of Ghanaian actor Seth Kwame Dzokoto during an on-air conversation with presenter Prince Gyimah. Dzokoto initially collapsed…
Emergency radio advice sparks surge in sales of FM receivers
Sales of radios have increased by as much as 160% after the Government encouraged households to keep a battery-powered or wind-up FM radio for emergencies. The advice forms part of the new Be Ready campaign, which encourages people to prepare for…
Wheel of Fortune' Scandal Takes New Turn as Alleged Witness Says FBI Hasn't Contacted Her - 'Radio Silent
The woman who reported former 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton after allegedly seeing disturbing messages on his laptop during a commercial flight says she still has not been contacted by the FBI, according to TMZ. Sources close to the…
Communicorp UK agrees deal to buy Radio Essex
Independent station Radio Essex is in the process of being acquired by Communicorp UK, RadioToday can reveal. The service, previously known recently as Southend Radio and Chelmsford Radio, broadcasts an AC hit music format on 105.1 FM, 107.7 FM…
Daughter of Beloved Bay Area Radio Personality Ronn Owens Sentenced In Fake Pregnancy Case
Laura Owens, the daughter of Bay Area radio personalities Ronn Owens and Jan Black, pleaded guilty this summer to four counts including pregnancy frauds involving two Arizona men, and she's now been sentenced to jail time. An entire mini-cottage…
Greg James misses Radio 1 Breakfast Show after a boozy night out
Greg James missed his Radio 1 Breakfast Show after a boozy night out with friends as he issued a statement on Instagram on Tuesday. The presenter, 40, who has fronted the BBC morning show since 2018, was missing from his regular slot as Sam…
$100,000 more to boost museums in Iowa Great Lakes area - Radio Iowa
A group formed three years ago to support 13 museums in the Iowa Great Lakes area is getting another $100,000 donation for the project. “The goal of the alliance was to elevate each musum individually and also elevate the museums in the area…
Over 265,000 Iowans cast ballots in first 11 days of early voting - Radio Iowa
The latest data from the Iowa Secretary of State's office indicates well over 265,000 Iowans have already cast their ballots. The tally was released at 8 a.m. this morning and it covers the first 11 days of early voting in Iowa. Nearly 71% of the…
'Autonomy, not flesh': RAF chief outlines AI drone-powered future
A future Royal Air Force will rely on “autonomy not flesh”, its chief said on Monday as he described plans in which Typhoon fighters are accompanied by four AI-enabled drones capable of patrolling hundreds of miles in the distance.
Mexico City Grand Prix 2026: Race start time, how to watch, full schedule, predictions
Formula 1 heads to Mexico on a weekend where Kimi Antonelli could win the drivers' championship for the first time. The Mercedes driver extended his lead in the title to 123 points from George Russell after winning the United States Grand Prix. He…
Norwich City: Podcast - Flecky vibes?
The latest episode of BBC Radio Norfolk's The Scrimmage podcast is out now. Rob and Chris wax lyrical about Norwich City forward Mathias Kvistgaarden's performance at Charlton. Listen above or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to…
Reynolds says 'no assumptions' on where EU talks will go after next month
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The Business Secretary said “no…
Noel Fielding's love life from famous partner to 'problematic age-gap romance
Noel Fielding is now loved-up with his partner and a proud dad to two kids - but years ago his love life often made the headlines… The comedian and presenter has been a regular on screens for years, after shooting to fame in early 2000s.
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