So what’s new…
Watching the news remind us of our parents forcing us to switch over at six o’clock to catch the events of the day. In 2009, Matthew Robson aged 15, helped compile a report about teenage media habits that revealed that teen’s today don’t consume ‘traditional’ media.
Is breast best online
A growing number of women are joining online breast milk sharing communities. Laura Curtis explores the internet-driven social phenomenon and examines the differences between milk banks with screening processes and online donation.
Climate change affecting hedgehogs
Studies have shown that climate change has affected the behaviour of migrating birds, trees coming into leaf, and frogs spawning. Research in the 1970s revealed a direct link between hibernation and the climate which marked a difference in hedgehog hibernation patterns across the UK. With the help of the public, scientists will be repeating the survey to see what effect climate change is having on the hedgehogs in England.
Poole Residents Angered by Charges Hike
Poole residents are furious at proposed tax increases for recycling garden waste, Laura Curtis reports.
Editor’s Photo Blog
Welcome to the Friday edition of The Breaker, bringing you the latest news from around Dorset and UK, as well as up to date entertainment and international news from around the world. Instead of the normal blog, today the Editor has captured the last newsroom session through a series of photographs.
Kurdish activists begin hunger strike
In parallel with similar actions which have taken place across Europe, Kurdish activists have begun a four-day hunger strike on the northern terrace of Trafalgar Square. Laura Curtis went to find out about their demands and protest.
Editor’s Pick
Editor for today's edition has put together a video of all the best stories for you. Enjoy.
BBC making it easy to complain
The BBC has unveiled plans to make it “faster, simpler and easier” to complain about the corporation’s tv shows and services. Laura Curtis assesses their plans.
Catholic Church against gay marriage
Catholics have been urged to protect the “true meaning” of matrimony. Laura Curtis looks at how the Catholic Church has stepped up its campaign against Government plans for gay marriage, and reactions from across the spectrum of opinion.