TV is too risk-averse, says Grange Hill creator

Sir Phil Redmond says modern broadcasting lacks courage, suggesting rules should be broken more often.

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Capitol Hill lawmakers experiencing surge of swatting calls, bomb threats

In a Dec. 11 Senate hearing, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger testified that there had been more than 50 so-called "swatting" attacks on members of Congress over the previous month.
CBS News - 8h
'Scrubs' creator says reboot is a 'no-lose' situation: 'I'll deal with the consequences'

Bill Lawrence, riding a career high at 55, opens up about the 'Shrinking' finale, what's next for 'Ted Lasso' and how to fix television's star problem.
Los Angeles Times - 2d
Four-try Leinster too good for Munster in derby

Leinster's winning run to start the season reaches 11 games in all competitions with a bonus-point victory over fierce rivals Munster in Thomond Park.
BBC News - 12h
Call the Midwife creator: 'People tell me birth stories in the supermarket'

Heidi Thomas, writer of the BBC One show, says it touches people's lives "in a very profound way".
BBC News - 1d
Constitution Hill’s thrilling comeback has him on course for Champion Hurdle

Unbeaten runner silences doubters after a year off Banbridge takes King George prize back to Ireland The delight and relief that swirled around Constitution Hill as he extended his unbeaten ...
The Guardian - 1d
It’s not too late to approve the Nippon Steel deal

The Nippon Steel acquisition is more than a simple transaction; it is a strategic investment in America’s future. Let’s not let politics or misplaced fears turn it into a missed opportunity.
The Hill - 1d
Your financial adviser has a plan for your money. But what if it’s their plan too?

To get you to follow their advice, your adviser says, “I do this for myself.” Is that good enough?
MarketWatch - 1d
YouTube Creator Denounces PayPal Browser Extension Honey as a Scam

A video tech investigator detailed evidence and claims Honey systematically steals referral commissions from influencers—including those it pays to promote the app.
Inc. - 3d
Fed says it is weighing changes to bank tests for systemic risk

Overhaul could alter the models for hypothetical losses, averaging results over two years to cut results’ volatility
Financial Times - 4d