Uefa confirmed a six-figure departure payment and MBA fees were given to a female employee allegedly linked to Fifa president Gianni Infantino during his time as Uefa general secretary. Fifa strongly denied the allegations as defamatory.
Kyle Sandilands launches a new subscription app after his Kiis FM exit, while a controversial ABC segment targeting Gina Rinehart draws outrage. Separately, Sky News rebrands to News24 facing trademark hurdles, the ABC removes Mahmood Fazal's programs over source veracity, and Vinyl Group threatens legal action against Mumbrella for critical reporting.
Contrasting media approaches are highlighted through Karl Stefanovic's termination over a Tommy Robinson interview, the Daily Telegraph's promotion of Robinson's content, and updates on Alan Jones' upcoming trial, alongside other Australian media critiques.
Axel Springer CEO Mathias Döpfner aims to transform The Daily Telegraph into a global brand, with a primary focus on expanding into the US market. This ambitious plan faces significant financial and strategic challenges in the competitive American media landscape.
Le journaliste britannique Anthony Peregrine a classé les 96 départements français dans le Daily Telegraph. Il place l'Hérault en première position, suivi de la Lozère et de la Dordogne, soulignant la gastronomie, les paysages et le patrimoine.
British artist David Hockney, a defining figure in contemporary art known for his vibrant paintings, has died at the age of 88. His publicist announced his death on Friday, stating he passed away peacefully at his London home. Hockney, a pop art pioneer, had a career spanning seven decades and continued to paint and exhibit until his death.
One Nation's fundraising campaign 'Fire the Liar' received extensive, potentially free, front-page coverage from the Daily Telegraph, while its claimed $2.7m donation figure remains unverified. Meanwhile, AI-generated errors in Nine newspapers and a controversial cartoon in the Age and Sydney Morning Herald highlight media controversies.
Australian media outlets are embracing video content, while 2SER community radio has found a new funding model, and Politico is establishing an Australian outlet
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer might voluntarily resign in favor of Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, according to The Daily Telegraph. Burnham is set to run in a by-election, potentially positioning him for a bid for the premiership.
Nigel Farage has admitted receiving a £5m personal gift from Reform UK mega-donor Christopher Harborne shortly before the July 2024 general election, which he failed to disclose. The Guardian's investigation led to questions on Monday, but instead of responding, Farage and Harborne's representatives sought delays before the Daily Telegraph published an admission on Wednesday. Farage claims the money was for personal security, citing a firebombing at his home - though that incident occurred in 2025, the year after the gift. Both Labour and the Conservatives have called for investigation, with the Tory party referring him to the parliamentary standards commissioner.
