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Brian Henderson dies aged 89

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3 years ago

August 5, 2021

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Legendary Channel 9 broadcaster Brian Henderson has died following a battle with cancer

Henderson hosted the Sydney weeknight news for Nine from 1957 until his retirement in 2002, claiming the title of Australia’s longest-serving news presenter.

He was also the host of popular music program Bandstand from 1958 until 1972.

Australia’s Prime Minister said “there would be no more trusted voice or face in the history of Australian news broadcasting than Brian Henderson”

There would be no more trusted voice or face in the history of Australian news broadcasting than Brian Henderson. We knew everything we needed to know because Brian told us so. His combination of warmth, integrity, kindness and good humour was unique. https://t.co/ZSRBLXNL81

— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) August 5, 2021

So sad to learn of the passing of Brian Henderson. I have wonderful memories of working with him. Credible, reliable and reassuring on-air, away from the cameras Brian was humble and engaging with a great sense of humour. Brian Henderson made a huge contribution to our industry. pic.twitter.com/Rs0TQ3E8CV

— Peter Hitchener (@phitchener9) August 5, 2021

Today host Karl Stefanovic described Henderson as “an absolute legend”.

“A gentleman and a total professional who provided guidance and inspiration for so many colleagues and generations who followed,” he said.

Henderson won two Gold Logies during his career, and was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 2009 for his contributions to TV news.

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President Biden signs TikTok bill – what’s next?

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2 days ago

April 26, 2024

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TikTok users could soon find that the popular social media service is either under new ownership or could be outright banned in the United States.

President Joe Biden signed a bill into law that requires TikTok to find a new owner—or face a ban in the United States.

Over the past several months, Washington D.C. has been under pressure to ban the popular Chinese-owned social media app.

Lawmakers and security experts have long raised concerns that the Chinese government could tap TikTok’s trove of personal data about millions of U.S. users.

TikTok’s CEO said the bill is disappointing and reiterated that the company has committed to challenge it.

David Zhang from China Insider. joins Veronica Dudo to discuss

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Threading the needle: Meta’s new platform finally dethrones X

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2 days ago

April 26, 2024

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Threads, the social media platform owned by Meta, is gaining traction with a surge in daily active users, outpacing X in the U.S.

With Threads averaging 28 million daily active users compared to X’s 22 million, Meta’s ambitions to reach a billion users seem within reach despite a slowdown in growth. While X still boasts 550 million monthly active users globally, Threads’ focus on user experience and avoidance of real-time and political content could position it as a formidable competitor moving forward.

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Zendaya is serving in saucy sports drama “Challengers”

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2 days ago

April 26, 2024

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This weekend’s entertainment lineup has something for everyone.

Apple TV+ brings “Sugar,” a drama set in New York City, while “Civil War” offers historical intensity.

“Challengers” with Zendaya brings a saucy sport drama to life, and superhero buffs can catch the trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine” for action-packed fun.

With options spanning drama, history, reality, and superheroes, there’s excitement in store for all this weekend.