English broadcaster, Drivetime host, BBC Radio 2
Sara Cox has begun hosting BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show, moving from teatime to mornings. The launch follows Scott Mills’ departure and features familiar segments with updates for the morning slot, including Tom Hanks as a guest and a football-celebration-driven start after England’s World Cup win. The show runs 6.30am–9.30am.
The BBC’s annual salaries list shows Scott Mills as the highest-paid on-air star for 2025–26, following his sacking in March amid a police probe into historical offences. Several long-time earners have departed, while others remain and new leadership roles at radio and TV are highlighted.
Gloucester Blues edge Exeter Chiefs in a high-tempo Premiership opener, with Dewi Lake's impact and Will Joseph’s pace steering them to a 34-26 victory after a first-half surge. Exeter fight back amid injuries, but Gloucester maintain momentum into the season.