Media personality Jamie Dunn, known for the puppet Agro, has died at the age of 76
Jamie Dunn, a cherished media personality and the voice behind the iconic puppet Agro, has passed away at the age of 76. The broadcaster, who garnered recognition throughout Australia, died recently, sending waves of grief across the entertainment community and his loyal fanbase. Dunn was particularly known for his long-standing role as a host on the breakfast program at B105 radio station in Brisbane. His station confirmed his death via social media, stating, "we've lost a legend of B105." Dunn became a household name during the 1990s largely due to his work with Agro, a puppet that gained immense popularity... [Continue Reading]
Media personality, broadcaster, and Agro puppeteer Jamie Dunn dies aged 76
Dunn was a long-standing host of the B105 breakfast program but was known across the country as Agro , a puppet made out of a bath mat that rose to fame in 1990s. [Continue Reading]
Swiss to vote on right-wing push to slash licence fee for public broadcaster
The move is backed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party, which says the current fee is unjustified because of the high cost of living. [Continue Reading]
Ukraine demands ‘immediate release’ of seven citizens ‘taken hostage’, as Hungary confirms their detention - Europe live
Ukraine police investigating what foreign ministry calls a ‘hostage’ situation involving seven employees of Oschadbank stopped by HungaryIcelandic foreign minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir submitted a government motion for a referendum on resuming accession talks with the European Union, proposing the vote should take place on 29 August, state broadcaster RUV has reported.The draft resolution will be put to Icelandic parliament for approval next week. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Airstrike Destroys Iran's Azadi Indoor Stadium Amid Ongoing Military Engagement Resulting in Over 1,000 Casualties
Significant destruction has been reported in Iran's Azadi Indoor Stadium after a recent airstrike attributed to coalesced US-Israeli military operations. Images circulating from the scene depict the facility, which once accommodated 12,000 spectators for military, volleyball, and basketball events, now reduced to smoking ruins, confirming the severity of the damage inflicted. As the attack unfolded, it emerged that the strikes were part of a broader military engagement ongoing in the region for the past six days, which has reportedly resulted in more than 1,000 casualties across Iran. This spike in violence coincides with Iran’s intensified military actions targeting Kurdish groups... [Continue Reading]
RTÉ announces €30 million tender for technical support services for RTÉ Player starting in 2028
In a significant move to enhance its digital offerings, RTÉ has announced a tender valued at approximately €30 million for technical support services related to the RTÉ Player. This contract, which is set to begin from 2028, will span a duration of seven years, reflecting RTÉ's commitment to maintaining and evolving its streaming capabilities. The tender indicates that RTÉ is actively seeking expressions of interest from qualified suppliers who can provide various technology solutions and services to support the ongoing operation and enhancement of RTÉ's video streaming products. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that the... [Continue Reading]
