Scott Mills sacked by BBC after allegations about his personal conduct 30. March 2026 (13:16) Corporation announces departure of Radio 2 star who took over breakfast show from Zoe Ball in 2025The BBC has sacked the Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills after allegations about his personal conduct.The corporation said that “while we do not comment on matters relating to individuals, we can confirm Scott Mills is no longer contracted and has left the BBC”. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Trump to revoke protections for endangered species in Gulf of Mexico 30. March 2026 (13:00) President is convening so-called ‘God squad’ to override provisions of Endangered Species Act for ‘national security’Donald Trump is dispatching a so-called “God squad” of top officials to revoke protections for endangered species in the Gulf of Mexico, purportedly to protect national security by expanding oil and gas industry operations.If successful, the administration may kill off dozens of protected species – from Rice’s whales and whooping cranes to sea turtles. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Rob Schneider calls on US to restore military draft 30. March 2026 (12:04) The actor and comedian, posting on X, said that ‘unlike in today’s universities’ the military would teach young people ‘how truly great their country is’The actor and comedian Rob Schneider has urged the US to “restore the military draft for our nation’s young people” amid the ongoing war with Iran.Posting on X, Schneider, 62, who has not served in the military, wrote: Continue reading...(The Guardian)