Media — News Corp

• News Corp Options Active After Earnings

  Today’s tickers: NWSA, IYR & CTRPNWSA - News Corporation – Trading traffic in News Corp call options in the early going on Thursday indicate some traders ar... Read more

  The 09 may 2013 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• Leveson Inquiry: Jeremy Hunt Should Resign Over Links with News Corp, Say...

  

  The Leveson inquiry rolls onwards in its discussion of media ethics. Jeremy Hunt is in the spotlight once more, as his adviser Adam Smith is questioned over... Read more

  The 25 may 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Rupert Murdoch “not Fit” to Run News Corp, Say MPs

  

  Louise Mensch at the committee meeting. Photocredit: BBC A cross-party committee of MPs set up to look into phone hacking at the now-defunct News of the World... Read more

  The 02 may 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Leveson Inquiry: Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt Under Fire Over Allegations He...

  

  Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt: Time to resign? photo: HowardLake Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt is resisting calls to resign over allegations he provided... Read more

  The 25 april 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• James Murdoch Stays on News Corp Board; but What Next?

  

  Rupert Murdoch's News Corp is suffering a huge loss in shareholder confidence, with many of its largest shareholders (including huge pension funds) voting... Read more

  The 26 october 2011 by   Periscope
  BUSINESS, CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Phone Hacking: James Murdoch Survives News Corp AGM but Faces an Uncertain Future

  

  James Murdoch: Photocredit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utwnCoCgo0kAfter the Annual General Meeting of News Corp, James Murdoch has managed to survive a... Read more

  The 26 october 2011 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Phone Hacking: Can the Murdoch Clan Survive News Corp’s AGM

  

  As the News Corp Annual General Meeting approaches, is it curtains for Rupert Murdoch and his clan? Can they survive the phone-hacking scandals; the lawsuits;... Read more

  The 20 october 2011 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• News Corp. Calls Active As Murdoch & Murdoch Meet With U.K. Lawmakers

  Today’s tickers: NWSA, WFC, TGT & MAS NWSA - News Corp. – The hours of testimony provided by Rupert and James Murdoch to U.K. lawmaker... Read more

  The 19 july 2011 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• As News Corp Share Prices Nose-dive, How Much Longer Can Rupert Murdoch Stay at...

  

  Rupert Murdoch. Photo credit: David_Shankbone As shares in Rupert Murdoch’s News Corporation continue to nosedive, financial commentators are wondering how... Read more

  The 18 july 2011 by   Periscope
  CULTURE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• The Murdoch Family, News Corporation and a Father and Son Relationship Under...

  

  Today I continue to look at the characters and events surround in the UK phone hacking scandal. This time on the hit list is James Murdoch the 4th son of... Read more

  The 15 july 2011 by   Solarisastro
  BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, SPIRITUALITY

• Dwell Los Angeles Home Tours Day #1 Preview: West Side

  

  Representing the architectural eclecticism of L.A.’s west side, the five homes selected for day one of the Dwell Los Angeles Home Tours, to be held on... Read more

  The 22 may 2013 by   Dwell
  HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Spotlight On: Rufus Sewell

  

  Our column, Spotlight On, will feature actors, musicians, artists, writers, and anyone we feel is up-and-coming, underrated or just needs a little bit more... Read more

  The 30 april 2013 by   House Of Geekery
  CELEB, ENTERTAINMENT

• The United States: Governing Its Way to Foreign Rule

  

  A recent article in Foreign Policy points out the growing amount of foreign companies buying and taking over long time American favorites. Read more

  The 17 april 2013 by   Paul Phillips
  CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Titanic’s 2nd Officer Lightoller in A Night to Remember

  

  Kenneth More as Second Officer Charles Lightoller in A Night to Remember. 101 years ago at 2:20 a.m., the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic Ocean, resulting... Read more

  The 15 april 2013 by   Nguzan
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• 'In the Belly of the Beast': Actress Lara Jean Chorostecki Talks About Her New...

  

  She describes herself on Twitter as ‘that actress with the big long last name.’ Brampton-born, Lara Jean Chorostecki has made a name for herself on the Stratfor... Read more

  The 03 april 2013 by   Torontoverve
  FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• #Facebook is Now Charging Users for Some of Its Services That Used to Be Free

  

  When I published a post on the unavoidable demise of the freemium era a month ago, I did not realise how imminent this was, and how pervasive it was also... Read more

  The 01 april 2013 by   Brawilly
  SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH

• Globalization's Bed of Nails, Part 2: The Pessimists

  In my last post, I looked at the optimistic side of globalization. I used a post by an anonymous British blogger as the basis of arguments presented in that... Read more

  The 21 march 2013 by   Stephendeangelis
  BUSINESS, SCIENCE, TECH

• The Ones That Came Back: 30 TV Shows Which Were Canceled and Un-Canceled

  

  Sooooooo, Veronica Mars is coming back.  We should be excited about this, right?  Eh, maybe.  The mechanism by which Veronica Mars has returned, i.e., a... Read more

  The 19 march 2013 by   Weminoredinfilm.com
  

• Reports – “Respectable Reputation Ruined” – Seventh Day Sermon – Sunday 17th...

  

  From being a magazine that built a reputation for unbiased & extensive coverage, quality & quantified reports & features and generally supporting th... Read more

  The 17 march 2013 by   Discomatt
  ENTERTAINMENT, LGBTQ, LOVE & SEX, MUSIC

• Cameron’s Next Big Commons Defeat?

  

  (Photo credit: Wikipedia) We were all taken by surprise last Thursday when David Cameron walked out of cross-party talks on the implementation of the Levenson... Read more

  The 16 march 2013 by   Thepoliticalidealist
  POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Daily Headline – 16/03/13

  

  Leveson; UK press regulationIn December I wrote about The Leveson Report.In regards to the setting up of a regulatory body…‘The body should consider... Read more

  The 16 march 2013 by   Aca The Underground
  POLITICS, SOCIETY

• “We All Need a Bit of Nannying”

  

  PIERS MORGAN: I disagree with you. I think people need them occasionally, particularly on issues like smoking, drinking, guzzling sodas too big for them, you... Read more

  The 13 march 2013 by   Eowyn
  POLITICS

• Huhne v Pryce: Justice Resoundingly Done

  It's not usual that the world gets a chance to see almost live the words of a judge handing down a sentence. Yet today's sentencing of Chris Huhne and Vicky... Read more

  The 11 march 2013 by   Charlescrawford
  CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Thursday Thrust – 14,400 Would Be Impressive for the Dow

  

  That's the question investors have for the Dow as we continue onward and upward to record highs. Our own Big Chart has a target of 14,400 for the senior index... Read more

  The 07 march 2013 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• Vikings Got the Season Pass Award from Me Last Night

  

  The answer to Monday's Trivia Question:  Ann Romano actually had 3 boyfriends.  David, then Nick and then Sam who she married.  Nick had a son named Alex who wa... Read more

  The 05 march 2013 by   Kristy47
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• Book Review: If You Find Me by Emily Murdoch

  

  At First Sight: For almost as long as she can remember, Carey has lived deep in a national forest park, in a rundown camper with no other company but her... Read more

  The 04 march 2013 by   Darthclavie
  BOOKS, CULTURE

• #NP: Belle & Sebastian - "Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying"

  

  I've got to thank Pitchfork for a second. I watched their recent Pitchfork Classic documentary on Belle & Sebastian's definitely classic 1996 album If You'r... Read more

  The 23 february 2013 by   Oh So Fresh! Music
  ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Fox News Takes On The NRA

  

  Wayne LaPierre’s interview today on Fox News Sunday got pretty heated today. Chris Wallace pressed LaPierre on his opposition to background checks as well his... Read more

  The 03 february 2013 by   Reasoningpolitics
  DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• You Are Going to Die...

  The "Opinionator" online commentary feature of the New York Times has another engaging contribution in its "Anxiety" series, from Tim Kreider, author of... Read more

  The 28 january 2013 by   Deric Bownds
  PSYCHOLOGY, SCIENCE

• Weekly Calls Prescribe Further Gains In Pfizer Shares

  Today’s tickers: PFE, NWSA & CHSPFE - Pfizer, Inc. – Weekly options changing hands on drug maker, Pfizer, Inc., in the early going on Thursday are looking... Read more

  The 24 january 2013 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• Recommends – “From Birthday’s To Burning & Back Again” – Weekend Best Bites &...

  

  Having turned tails on our regular format following the shock Soho scene closure stunner, we have reverted to combining our Best Bites & Short Shouts,... Read more

  The 16 january 2013 by   Discomatt
  ENTERTAINMENT, LGBTQ, LOVE & SEX, MUSIC

• Prominent Rifle Manufacturer Killed in Mysterious Car Crash Days After Posting...

  

  Infowars.com is bringing us yet further down the rabbit hole. Hang on kiddies as it’s going to be a bumpy ride. ~Steve~Big H/t Miss May & BritCapitalist Joh... Read more

  The 10 january 2013 by   Eowyn
  SOCIETY

• Rare 1887 Coin Featuring Victoria Gold Crown is Estimated to Sell for $250k

  

  Everyone has heard that it costs 2.5 cents to make a penny, but one rare 1887 British sovereign will fetch at auction a final price many times in excess of the... Read more

  The 22 december 2012 by   Raymondleejewelers
  LIFESTYLE, SHOPPING

• In My Mailbox (Dec. 17)

  

  This is a cute little meme hosted by The Story Siren and I just love it! Received from Edelweiss for Review: 1. The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen--Syrie... Read more

  The 17 december 2012 by   Girllostinabook
  BOOKS, CULTURE

• In My Mailbox (Dec. 17)

  

  This is a cute little meme hosted by The Story Siren and I just love it!Received from Edelweiss for Review: 1. The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen--Syrie... Read more

  The 17 december 2012 by   Girllostinabook
  BOOKS

• Vintage Film: His Girl Friday

  

  Directed by: Howard Hawks Starring: Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell Year: 1940 I first saw this first-talking media-based flick from Director Howard Hughes, when... Read more

  The 10 december 2012 by   Kittyfairy
  ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES, TV & VIDEO

• Requiem for The Daily

  

  Purchase the book on the iBookstoreTAKEAWAY: As The Daily shuts its doors, we examine where it went wrong. In the end, it was limited by hewing too closely to... Read more

  The 04 december 2012 by   Themarioblog
  MEDIA, SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH

• 4 Thinly Veiled Insults Delivered Via Movies

  

  Movies are, at heart, a form of mass communication. And just like everyday working folk film makers can be petty and use their power to publicly insult people... Read more

  The 02 december 2012 by   House Of Geekery
  ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• 10 Morally Ambiguous Characters- Part I

  

  Morally ambiguous characters are a more and more common kind of movie creature -- found most often in indie movies and complex TV shows. Read more

  The 25 november 2012 by   Quirkybibliophile
  BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• Movie Review: ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’ (50 Years of Bond)

  

  Director: Roger SpottiswoodeCast: Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathon Pryce, Teri Hatcher, Gotz Otto, Dame Judi Dench, Samantha Bond, Desmond Llewellyn,... Read more

  The 20 november 2012 by   House Of Geekery
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• 007 Case File: ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’

  

  The Mission: A British warship is sunk in the South China Sea, putting Britain and China on the brink of war. When M finds a link to media baron Elliot Carver... Read more

  The 20 november 2012 by   House Of Geekery
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• 10 Tips to Help a Business Leader Quit While on Top

  

  For most business leaders, their current role is not where they intend to stay until they die. At the right time, they all intend to make a graceful exit, and... Read more

  The 15 november 2012 by   Martinzwilling
  BUSINESS, CAREER

• Fred Williams Investment Art: Collecting Australian Art

  Nobody in the history of Australian art had a more original perspective of the Australian landscape as Fred Williams. At a very early age the young Williams... Read more

  The 06 november 2012 by   Simonbrushfield
  ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Will Random House Merge With Penguin?

  

  The big news in book publishing this week, probably the biggest news all year, was the announcement that Random House and The Penguin Publishing Group are in... Read more

  The 28 october 2012 by   Andyross
  BOOKS, BUSINESS, CULTURE

• Ludwig's Outcasts

  In the comments to this thread on Brian Leiter's blog, I said that Iris Murdoch had attended Wittgenstein's lectures. It turns out that she didn't. Read more

  The 23 october 2012 by   Praymont
  PHILOSOPHY, SPIRITUALITY

• One Last (?) Carp About the 2012 Man Bookers

  

  From article published today in The Guardian: "Stothard's speech droned on and on about the dire situation of publishing today. Read more

  The 19 october 2012 by   Bluestalking
  BOOKS, CULTURE

• Movie Review: God Bless America

  

  Today's film poses me an interesting dilemma to which I'm not sure I have an answer: To what extent is indulgence and emotional catharsis in film an good thing? Read more

  The 17 october 2012 by   Joshuatheanarchist
  ENTERTAINMENT, GAMING, MOVIES

• Guest Post: Patriotic Interior Design

  

  2012 was one of the most celebrated British summers ever; London hosted the biggest sporting event in the world and the Queen celebrated her Diamond Jubilee.... Read more

  The 04 october 2012 by   Jenstanbrook
  HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Brain Wizz!!

  1. Love, Corruption, Ambition" is a contemporary novel by which author? Answer: Chetan Bhagat 2. Raipur is the capital of India's youngest state, formed in 2000... Read more

  The 30 september 2012 by   Sahi
  LIFE COACH, LIFESTYLE

• Wagging the Watchdogs Tail

  

  AS a former reporter myself, I’m more than a little worried at the current state of the so called “free world’s” press and the vice like grip of corporate... Read more

  The 29 september 2012 by   Flip
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• 5 Stocks Billionaires Are Crazy About

  

  By: Meena Krishnamsetty, Insider MonkeyApple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) is the most popular stock among hedge funds and billionaires, and it is performing spectacularly. Read more

  The 28 september 2012 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• It Takes Balls to Be a Househusband

  

  Be a man: join the Dad brigade. Photo Credit: Flickr. “Is your mom dead?” This was what my five year-old classmate asked me in the playground one day. I was,... Read more

  The 17 september 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, FAMILY, PARENTING

• Ecology is a Tower of Babel

  

  In his song ‘Balada de Babel’, the Spanish artist Luis Eduardo Aute sings several lyrics in unison with the same melody. The effect is a wonderful mess. This... Read more

  The 17 september 2012 by   Bradshaw
  ENVIRONMENT

• Coalition Cabinet Reshuffle; Twitter Reacts (angrily)

  

  Jeremy Hunt MP, not everyone’s favorite politician. Photo credit: UK in India The background David Cameron’s first Cabinet reshuffle since the Coalition took... Read more

  The 04 september 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Coalition Cabinet Reshuffle; Twitter Reacts (mostly Angrily)

  

  Jeremy Hunt MP, not everyone’s favorite politician. Photo credit: UK in India The background David Cameron’s first Cabinet reshuffle since the Coalition took... Read more

  The 04 september 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Review #3665: The Newsroom 1.8/1.9: “The Blackout”

  

  Contributor: Edmund B.Written by Aaron Sorkin Directed by Lesli Linka Glatter and Alan PoulAfter Part One of “The Blackout” aired, I suggested to our editor tha... Read more

  The 01 september 2012 by   Entil2001
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• They Are Taking Advantage Of You

  

  Republicans have perverted the tenets of their platform positions in such a way that benefits only the very top of their group. Read more

  The 18 august 2012 by   Anthonyhymes
  CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Monday Market Miracle – Everything is Fixed, Or It Will Be, Or Something…

  

  Nothing happened this weekend and I guess that's better than something because most somethings that are likely to happen are bad and the only something that... Read more

  The 06 august 2012 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• MySpace Will Get a New Look This Year

  

  Although News Corp. CEO. Rupert Murdoch admitted that the purchase of MySpace was a big mistake , but the evidence is new owner of the social networking site... Read more

  The 26 july 2012 by   Hpmurah2u
  SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH

• Rebekah Brooks and Andy Coulson Are to Face Charges Over Phone Hacking

  

  The final edition of The News of the World, which was shuttered after new hacking allegations came to light. Photo credit: Archie Thomas The background Rebekah... Read more

  The 24 july 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Review #3588: The Newsroom 1.3 “The 112th Congress”

  

  Contributor: Edmund B.Written by Aaron Sorkin and Gideon Yago Directed by Greg MottolaThe gloves come off in “The Newsroom” as “The 112th Congress” convenes. Read more

  The 13 july 2012 by   Entil2001
  ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• It’s All About Evolving and Moving Forward

  

  TAKEAWAY: Today’s theme is change and evolution. Take a look at some new pages from Mexico’s a.m. following its July 1 rethinking, and how it evolves PLUS: In... Read more

  The 12 july 2012 by   Themarioblog
  MEDIA, SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH

• Save the Lives of Women You Love This September

  

  Stop 'pussyfooting around' and spread the word 18,000 women are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer in the UK every year and of these women, 7,700 will die. Read more

  The 11 july 2012 by   Enchantress
  LIFESTYLE

• The WSJ Name for Wall Street Journal is a Good Idea

  

  TAKEAWAY: There is a hint from Mr. Murdoch that he might change the name of The Wall Street Journal to just WSJ. Why not? As I recall it, we hinted at that... Read more

  The 09 july 2012 by   Themarioblog
  MEDIA, TECH

• Your Financial World is CORRUPT TO THE CORE.

  

  some have sneered, "Mike, your contention that PROFIT is the basis for 'most, if not all' crime on this planet is a load of rubbish."Well, let's look at the... Read more

  The 02 july 2012 by   Freeplanet
  DEBATE, SOCIETY

• Rupert Murdoch to Split Media Empire; Claims It’s Nothing to Do with Phone...

  

  Rupert Murdoch. Photocredit: World Economic Forum The background Rupert Murdoch’s media empire is due to be split. His publishing, education and Australian... Read more

  The 29 june 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, MEDIA, SOCIETY

• Nespresso’s Online Magazine: Coffee With Style

  

  TAKEAWAY: If you like the taste of those great coffees made and sold by Nespresso, then you will probably also enjoy the flavor of its lifestyle magazine,... Read more

  The 28 june 2012 by   Themarioblog
  MEDIA, TECH

• A Freshly Planted Border of Annuals

  

  'Planting for Colour - Annuals' - That was the title of my talk and demonstration last week in the latest RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) event at Abriachan. Read more

  The 26 june 2012 by   Lochnessgarden
  GARDENING, HOME

• Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter Leaves Critics Drained

  

  Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter The background Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is directed by Timur Bekmambetov, and stars Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper, Rufu... Read more

  The 22 june 2012 by   Periscope
  ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• Channel 4 - Dispatches - Murdoch, Cameron and the £8 Billion Deal.

  

  As (UK Prime Minister) David Cameron prepares to take the stand at the Leveson Inquiry, Daily Mail and Daily Telegraph columnist Peter Oborne investigates just... Read more

  The 11 june 2012 by   Freeplanet
  DEBATE, SOCIETY

• Hewlett-Packard Options Point To Possible Rebound

    Today’s tickers: HPQ, NWSA & RRC HPQ - Hewlett-Packard Co. – Bullish trading in Hewlett-Packard options this morning suggests... Read more

  The 05 june 2012 by   Phil's Stock World
  BUSINESS, ECONOMICS

• Google in New ‘snooping’ Row Over Street View Data Harvesting

  

  Clouds gather over Google HQ? Photo credit: Stuck in Customs The background Google has been engulfed by a fresh privacy scandal over the Street View camera cars. Read more

  The 29 may 2012 by   Periscope
  TECH

• The Truth About Ted Rollins: He Isn't Fit To Be CEO Of Campus Crest Communities

  Certain CEOs have come under white-hot scrutiny in recent weeks. We know of at least one other corporate titan who deserves similar scrutiny. Read more

  The 22 may 2012 by   Rogershuler
  LEGAL, SOCIETY

• Ah-ha! Alan Partridge to Return to Television; Viewers Rejoice

  

  Alan Partridge: Back of the net! Or rather, back to TV. Photo: Publicity still The background Ah-ha! Yes, it’s everyone’s favorite North Norfolk entertainer,... Read more

  The 18 may 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Warning: The Sun's Fabulous Hairdryer Could Kill You!

  PRODUCT RECALL! First off I thought The Sun itself was being recalled on the grounds that it might electrocute you to death, or something. Read more

  The 13 may 2012 by   Madamearcati
  HAIR & BEAUTY, SHOPPING

• Rebekah Brooks: Vanity Fair's Rapid, Elegant Revenge

  

  Rebekah Brooks at LevesonSelective amnesia and photographic recall aside, Rebekah Brooks' stint in the forensic chair at Leveson drew attention to Vanity Fair... Read more

  The 11 may 2012 by   Madamearcati
  CELEB, CURRENT

• Twitter Round-up: Rebekah Brooks at the Leveson Inquiry

  

  Rebekah Brooks giving evidence. Photocredit: Youtube Rebekah Brooks, the former red-top editor and News International executive, is giving evidence at the... Read more

  The 11 may 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Leveson Inquiry: Andy Coulson Gives Evidence, Plays It Well

  

  Andy Coulson. Photocredit: Guardian video The background The Leveson inquiry into media and ethics continues. Fresh revelations are coming to light: Andy... Read more

  The 11 may 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Barack Obama Versus Mitt Romney – Who Does Astrology Say Will Win the 2012 US...

  

  Ok, here we go!!! In the red corner we have the Pisces challenger, the former governor of Massachusetts, Mitt Romney representing the Republicans and in the blu... Read more

  The 08 may 2012 by   Solarisastro
  BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, SPIRITUALITY

• May 2012 Solar Eclipse in Gemini – Prelude to a Summer of Tension & Social...

  

  It’s time for another solar eclipse this month as the Sun & Moon collide in the skies over the 20th/21st May (depending where you are in the world) in... Read more

  The 07 may 2012 by   Solarisastro
  BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, SPIRITUALITY

• Rupert Murdoch Told by British MPs That He is Unfit to Run an International...

  

  It must be a humiliating day when as the owner of a multi million dollar international corporation you are told that you are unfit to run your own business. Read more

  The 01 may 2012 by   Solarisastro
  CURRENT, SPIRITUALITY

• Samuel Pepy's Best Ever Dinner

  

  A portrait of Samuel Pepys you may not know. He is shown as one of the bearers of the King's canopy at James II's coronation in 1685. Read more

  The 28 april 2012 by   Historicfood
  CULTURE, FOOD & DRINK, HISTORY

• Rupert Murdoch Apologizes for Phone Hacking

  

  How will apology affect his reputation and News Corp? Read more

  The 27 april 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Leveson Inquiry: Rupert Murdoch to Bring Down David Cameron?

  

  Rupert Murdoch. Photocredit: World Economic Forum The Leveson Inquiry into the conduct of the media continues to highlight the relationship between successive... Read more

  The 26 april 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Does the Financial/political World Really Work in Reverse?

  

  gah, it's just me, wondering out loud, with no substantiative evidence other than a 'funny feeling in my gutty wuts' so, if you don't wanna think about shit,... Read more

  The 24 april 2012 by   Freeplanet
  DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Jubilee, 1977: Borgia Ginz Reborn as Simon Cowell, and Other Comings

  I do hope Derek Jarman's Jubilee figures peripherally large in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Released in 1977 in response to the Silver Jubilee, it... Read more

  The 15 april 2012 by   Madamearcati
  CELEB, ENTERTAINMENT

• Roger Alton: Sun No Longer Supports Tories Because of Leveson

  

  Roger AltonThe hideous and dreadful Roger Alton, who is paraded as the executive editor of The Times, revealed on Sky News' excellent newspaper review show... Read more

  The 13 april 2012 by   Madamearcati
  CELEB, ENTERTAINMENT

• Phone Hacking Scandal: James Murdoch Resigns. Again.

  

  James Murdoch. Photo credit: Sky News James Murdoch has stepped down as chairman of BSkyB, his last high-profile position in the UK, but will retain his place o... Read more

  The 03 april 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Neville Thurlbeck Interview: 'I'm in This Sunday's Passion Play!'

  

  Neville Thurlbeck.Photo by Jason Alden (Independent)Isn't he adorable? There's something about Neville Thurlbeck that suspends all sensible judgement. He needs... Read more

  The 29 march 2012 by   Madamearcati
  ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA

• Covert GPS Tracking – The American Private Investigator March 2012 Podcast is...

  The March 2012 podcast of The American Private Investigator with your host, Paul Jaeb of Heartland Investigative Group, features Mike McIntee and Paul Jaeb... Read more

  The 29 march 2012 by   Easytracgps
  GADGETS, TECH

• Toxic Bling: Can Cheap Jewellery Can Kill You?

  

  These bracelets may not be your best friends after all: These Claire's charm bracelets were recalled in May 2010 over high levels of cadmium.... Read more

  The 21 march 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Horsegate: Cameron Admits He Rode Rebekah Brooks’ Ex-police Horse, Raisa

  

  A Metropolitan Police horse - they're just giving them away. Photo credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kenjonbro/6904839843/in/photostream/ In what is... Read more

  The 02 march 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, SOCIETY

• The Sun and the Met: Who is Really Acting Like the East German Secret Police?

  

  The Sun. Photo credit: Lars K Those fluent in the language of the internet will need no introduction to Godwin’s Law, or its popular logical extension – that th... Read more

  The 29 february 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, MEDIA, SOCIETY

• Horsegate: Murdoch Exec Rebekah Brooks Was Loaned a Horse by the UK Police

  

  Rebekah Brooks (neé Wade), former editor of the News of the World, gives evidence in front of a select committee in March, 2003. Read more

  The 28 february 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, MEDIA, SOCIETY

• Rihanna and Chris Brown Collaborations: Will ‘Umbrella’ Singer Reunite with...

  

  Rihanna News that Chris Brown and Rihanna have collaborated on two new songs has caused a storm of controversy. R&B star Brown was convicted of assaulting... Read more

  The 27 february 2012 by   Periscope
  CELEB, CURRENT, ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA, MUSIC, SOCIETY

• The Sun on Sunday: Less Filthy Than The News of the World, and More Boring

  

  The Sun on Sunday launches The Sunday edition of The Sun launched yesterday and early reports are that it has sold well. News Corp boss Rupert Murdoch, who has... Read more

  The 27 february 2012 by   Periscope
  CURRENT, ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA, SOCIETY

• Sun On Sunday: the Astrological Indications

  

  The Sun's birth chart.Click once to enlargeI've been touched by the number of private invitations to consider the fate of Rupert Murdoch's just-announced Sun... Read more

  The 20 february 2012 by   Madamearcati
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