Broadcast Standards: UK regulator Ofcom ruled Radio Caroline breached rules after a staffer played pre-recorded “King Charles III has passed away” announcements “out of curiosity,” triggering national anthem, ~16 minutes of silence, and a delayed apology. Platform Accountability: A New Mexico court declared Meta’s social platforms a “public nuisance” tied to youth mental health harms, raising the stakes for how media companies are held responsible. Regulation & Power: Trump’s FCC shift is in focus as a new nominee could tilt the commission further right, with media oversight implications. Ad Market Enforcement: Nigeria’s government launched an Advertising Offences Tribunal to end unpaid advert placements and strengthen ARCON enforcement. AI Governance: Newsrooms are rethinking AI governance as leaders warn that experimentation raises bigger power-and-accountability questions. Sports Streaming Deal: Disney secured global streaming rights for Formula E on Disney+ (plus ESPN/ESPN+ in the US), betting live sports on subscriber retention. Press Freedom Under Taliban: RSF says Taliban media rules have intensified over five years, tightening what journalists can report and who can appear. Local News Business: The National Trust for Local News is buying newspapers again, signaling stabilization after brutal restructuring.