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News 15/02/26

The UK government has announced a major crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content. Measures will target “vile illegal content created by AI” and could introduce an Australia-style age limit for social media, a Number 10 spokesperson said. The plan also aims to close the loophole allowing chatbots to generate illegal content. On Sunday, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warned that no platform would receive a free pass under the new restrictions. Investigators have found DNA on […]

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News 14/02/26

A teenage girl who died in a three car collision in South Wales has been described as funny, kind and caring by her brother. Seventeen year old Demi Edmunds died at the scene of the crash on the A4042 in Cwmbran, Monmouthshire, at around twelve twenty five on Thursday, according to Gwent Police. The teenager, from nearby Caldicot, was the only pedestrian involved. In a tribute released by police, her brother Jake said she was the best sister he could […]

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Radio News

Half Term in and Around Slough: Things To Do Locally This Week

Half term is here again and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without travelling too far, there’s plenty happening in and around Slough. Whether you want free outdoor adventures, affordable days out or something a bit more special, here’s a handy guide to help you plan the week. 1. Black Park Country Park – Nature, Trails and Playgrounds (Free / Low Cost) Just a short drive from Slough, Black Park Country Park is a half-term classic. […]

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Radio News

Payday Rituals: What We Did With Our Money Before Everything Went Digital

There was a time when payday felt like an event. Not a quiet notification on your phone while you were making tea. Not a balance update you checked half-asleep. Proper payday had weight to it. You either got a payslip in your hand, cash in an envelope, or that magical moment when the bank book got updated and suddenly the numbers looked healthy again. For Gen X, payday was part relief, part reward, and part routine. The Payday Feeling You […]

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News 13/02/26

Matt Weston has won gold in the men’s singles skeleton, securing Team GB’s first medal at the Winter Olympics in Italy. The twenty eight year old, a reigning world and European champion, had been favourite after leading at the halfway stage on Thursday with track records in the first two heats. On Friday he set another track record on his third run, extending his advantage and confirming his place at the top of the podium. Two Britons and a French […]

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Radio News

Pub Jukeboxes and the Songs That Owned the Room

Before streaming playlists and curated algorithms, there was the pub jukebox. For Generation X, these coin-operated music machines were more than decoration—they were social hubs, music curators, and sometimes sources of heated debate. The Ritual of Choosing a Song Dropping a coin into the jukebox was a small but powerful act. Would you pick a classic hit, the newest single, or a deep cut nobody else had heard? Every choice mattered. Selecting the wrong song could invite groans; choosing the […]

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News 12/02/26

Cabinet Secretary Sir Chris Wormald, the United Kingdom’s most senior civil servant, is leaving Downing Street. The Cabinet Office said the prime minister and the cabinet secretary have agreed that he will stand down as cabinet secretary and head of the civil service by mutual agreement from today. Sir Chris said it has been an honour and a privilege to serve as a civil servant for thirty five years, and a particular distinction to lead the service. He thanked the […]

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Radio News

When the Radio Was the Only Alarm Clock We Trusted

Before smartphones beeped us awake, before podcasts and playlists, the radio was more than music—it was part of daily life. For Generation X, waking up to a favourite radio show or presenter was a comforting start to the day and a ritual that shaped routines for school, work, and weekends. Clock Radios and Morning Shows Most households had a simple clock radio on the bedside table. Set the alarm, tune in, and hope you wouldn’t miss your favourite morning presenter. […]

todayFebruary 11, 2026 6

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News 11/02/26

Sir Keir Starmer has described comments about immigration made by Manchester United co owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe as offensive and wrong. The Ineos founder told Sky News the UK had been colonised by immigrants and suggested the prime minister was too nice to take difficult decisions to stabilise the economy. Responding, Sir Keir said Britain is a proud, tolerant and diverse country and called on Sir Jim to apologise. A Number Ten spokesperson said the remarks play into the hands […]

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