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News 05/02/26

Broadcaster Kirsty Gallacher has called for more police on the streets and stronger action on violence against women and girls after she was attacked last year. She said she was assaulted by a man while walking to her car after work in central London, but he has never been found. Speaking on UK Tonight with Sarah Jane Mee on Sky, Gallacher said the man turned around and kicked her hard, […]

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Radio News

Whatever Happened to the British High Street Café?

For Generation X, the high street café was more than a place to grab a drink—it was a social hub, a meeting point, and often a slice of everyday magic. From Lyons Corner Houses to Wimpy bars and greasy spoons tucked between shops, these cafés defined how we spent our free time. The Glory Days of the High Street Café In the 1970s and 80s, high streets were lined with […]

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News 04/02/26

We are about to enter a world without nuclear arms control as the last remaining treaty limiting the arsenals of Russia and the United States expires on Thursday. For the first time in more than half a century, there will be no legal limits on missiles and warheads, raising fears the world is on the brink of a new arms race. Moscow based analyst Vasily Kashin called the situation serious. […]

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Radio News

The Songs That Made Us Fall in Love With Radio

For many of us in Generation X, radio was more than background noise—it was a lifeline to music, culture, and discovery. Before streaming playlists and on-demand apps, the songs that came through the speakers could make a week feel brighter, a journey longer, or a Saturday night unforgettable. The Power of Radio Radio had a magic that no other medium could replicate. DJs curated playlists, introduced new artists, and gave […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 23

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News 03/02/26

It has been confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has moved from Royal Lodge and is now living in Norfolk. This is understood to be the first phase of a longer move which may take time. Royal correspondent Rhiannon Mills says he is staying on the Sandringham Estate as temporary accommodation, with a further move expected once final arrangements are completed. Two people have died after a light aircraft crashed in […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 12

Radio News

Why Sundays Used to Feel Longer

Ask anyone from Generation X about Sundays growing up and you will probably hear the same thing. They felt long. Not boring, just slower. Spacious. Like the day stretched out in a way that never quite happens now. Part of it was the simple fact that nothing was in a rush. Shops were shut or closed early, buses were limited, and there was no sense that you had to be […]

todayFebruary 2, 2026 27

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News 02/02/26

The Metropolitan Police says it is aware of the latest release of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein and confirms it has received a number of reports about alleged misconduct in a public office. Commander Ella Marriott said the reports would be reviewed to decide whether they meet the criminal threshold for investigation, adding that any new relevant information would be assessed and investigated as appropriate. She said the process would […]

todayFebruary 2, 2026 23

Radio News

The Traditions of Sunday Shortened Shopping Hours

For many of us, Sunday has always felt different. Quieter. Slower. A day that runs at its own pace. One of the biggest reasons for that feeling is something so familiar we barely question it anymore: shortened Sunday shopping hours. Long before 24 hour supermarkets and online next day delivery, Sundays in the UK were treated as a genuine pause in the week. Shops were shut, streets were calmer, and […]

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News 01/02/26

Five-year prison sentences for advertising illegal migration routes on social media are coming into force under new powers. Changes under the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act will be enforced from Monday. Police and border officers will no longer need to prove online adverts led to crossings, as was required previously, and can now prosecute proactively when they identify postings. Border Security Minister Alex Norris told the PA news agency […]

todayFebruary 1, 2026 28

Radio News

New Year’s Resolutions: Why They Fade and How to Keep Yours Going

January is almost over, and for many of us, the excitement of New Year’s resolutions is starting to fade. Those bold promises we made on January 1—whether it was hitting the gym, eating better, saving more, or learning something new—often meet the reality of busy schedules, work pressures, and everyday life. The Stats: How Many Resolutions Actually Last? Research shows that around 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. […]

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