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Dame Carolyn McCall, ITV's CEO, addressed the backlash over an interview on Good Morning Britain where presenter Ed Balls questioned his wife, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, about UK riots. Ofcom has decided not to investigate the complaints, citing the interview as fair and impartial, but warned ITV to ensure compliance in future.
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The U.S. Postal Service is navigating significant challenges as it prepares for the upcoming elections. Despite improvements in mail processing, concerns remain over delivery times and service reliability, particularly in regions affected by recent operational changes. Lawmakers are urging caution as the agency implements its 10-year plan amidst bipartisan scrutiny.
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The BBC is under scrutiny following scandals involving high-profile presenters, including Huw Edwards and Jermaine Jenas. Director General Tim Davie expressed disappointment over these incidents, emphasizing the need for a strong workplace culture. The controversies have raised questions about the BBC's management and its commitment to impartiality.
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STV Group has appointed Rufus Radcliffe as its new chief executive, effective November 1, 2024. Radcliffe, previously with ITV, will lead STV's digital transformation and growth strategy following Simon Pitts' departure. The appointment comes amid a competitive selection process and aims to enhance STV's content-led business model.
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Hedge fund tycoon Sir Paul Marshall has acquired The Spectator magazine for £100 million, following a lengthy auction process. The deal comes after a failed bid by an Abu Dhabi-backed consortium, which was blocked by UK legislation prohibiting foreign ownership of British media assets. Marshall aims to enhance the magazine's potential while maintaining editorial independence.
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Royal Mail will increase first-class stamp prices by 30p to £1.65 starting October 7, 2024, amid urgent financial challenges. Second-class stamps will remain at 85p. The company cites declining letter volumes and rising costs as key factors behind the decision.
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Royal Mail is seeking to reduce second-class letter deliveries to alternate weekdays and eliminate Saturday deliveries. This proposal aims to save £300 million annually and comes amid scrutiny from Ofcom regarding the company's universal service obligations. The regulator is reviewing these changes, with a decision expected next summer.
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A recent Ofcom study reveals that for the first time, online news sources have overtaken television in popularity among UK adults, with 71% accessing news online compared to 70% via TV. Despite this shift, traditional media remains more trusted than online platforms.
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Square Health, a digital healthcare platform, has engaged HSBC to explore strategic options for raising growth capital. The company, which serves a significant portion of FTSE 100 firms, aims to expand its operations amid increasing demand for digital healthcare services.
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Instagram has launched new 'Teen Accounts' with stricter privacy settings for users under 18. These accounts will be private by default, limit messaging to known contacts, and include features like sleep mode to mute notifications overnight. The changes aim to enhance online safety amid growing concerns over social media's impact on youth.