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Watchdog journalism’s future may lie in the work of independent reporters like Pablo Torre

In September 2025, podcaster Pablo Torre published an investigation alleging that the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers may have used a side deal to skirt the league’s strict salary cap rules. His reporting, aired on multiple episodes of “Pablo Torre Finds Out,” focused on star forward Kawhi Leonard.

The Conversation

Watchdog finds fewer noncompliant FBI searches under Section 702 - Roll Call

A DOJ watchdog found changes have “significantly reduced” the number of noncompliant searches under a powerful surveillance authority.

Roll Call

Moldovan diaspora critical in elections as country battles Russian vote-buying, says former minister

Watchdogs say Russia offering overseas voters cash for evidence of voter fraud in possible ploy to declare election rigged

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Inside Russia’s AI-driven disinformation machine shaping Moldova’s election

Spoof websites impersonate legitimate Western media and pay “engagement farms” in Africa, while AI bots are deployed to flood comment sections deriding the EU and pro-European party.

Euronews

Broadcaster John Stapleton dies aged 79

Tributes paid to ‘consummate pro’ and ‘rock solid’ presenter of Newsnight, Watchdog and GMTV’s News Hour

The Guardian - UK

John Stapleton obituary

Television reporter and broadcaster who worked on Newsnight, the BBC’s Breakfast Time, Watchdog and for TV-am

The Guardian - UK

Watchdog, cornflake shows and so much more: John Stapleton – the TV star who could do it all

The personable presenter, who has died aged 79, was a rarity in the world of television: beloved enough to front any show at any time – from showing up fraudsters to reporting from war zones and hosting every breakfast show

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Why Charity Watch Reports Rarely Make National Headlines

Every year, watchdog groups drop detailed reports about how charities really spend donations. These documents are filled with percentages, breakdowns, and shocking numbers that show which nonprofits actually deliver on their promises.

Everybody Loves Your Money

Gemma Collins’s weight loss jab Instagram ad banned by watchdog

A watchdog has cracked down on the adverts, one of which involved TV personality Gemma Collins

The Independent UK

Watchdog launches investigation after pedestrian fatally struck by police car

A 40-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene in Acocks Green, Birmingham.

Evening Standard

Watchdog warns Rachel Reeves looser lending for first time buyers could mean home repossessions double

Chief Executive Nikhil Rathi told MPs that any move to make borrowing easier for first time buyers could lead to the rise of people ultimately losing their homes

The Independent UK

Watchdog finds no proof of undercover FBI agents at Jan. 6 attack - Roll Call

A Justice Department watchdog review Thursday found no proof the FBI had undercover employees among the Jan. 6, 2021, pro-Trump rioters.

Roll Call

Media Watch: BBC under fire on Israel and consumer advice

From Mishal Husain allegedly calling for tougher scrutiny of Israel to Martin Lewis criticising the lack of a primetime consumer programme, the BBC…

The National (Scotland)

'Disgrace': Martin Lewis slates BBC for removing Watchdog from primetime TV

MARTIN Lewis has said it is a “disgrace” the BBC does not have a primetime consumer programme during a cost of living crisis.

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Watchdog finds FBI fell short on child sexual abuse allegations - Roll Call

A watchdog report released Thursday found the FBI fell short in response to tips of hands-on sex offenses against kids.

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Staying Safe Online: New Microsoft Feature Being Investigated by UK Watchdog

Online security is at the forefront of everyone’s minds these days, with new stories seemingly breaking every week about a data protection breach or new tips on protecting digital privacy.

Roll Call

Watchdog finds Senate yoga spending was a stretch - Roll Call

The Architect of the Capitol spent more than $14,000 to bring in a yoga instructor for a small group of Senate staffers, a watchdog found.

The Independent UK

‘Minor updates’ made to alcohol report following review by statistics watchdog

Public Health Scotland and the Scottish Government has amended a summary document published in June after a complaint by the Tories.

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Kanye West Reinstated On X/Twitter

The newly branded social media site X, formerly known as Twitter, reinstated the account of Kanye West months after he was banned

Tribune News Service

Texas woman’s life turned upside down: losses from death, flood, and scam

You work your whole life to get ahead. Stash away enough money for your house, your family, your vacations.

Manchester Evening News

One Show viewers told what to do if their flight is suddenly cancelled as holidaymakers warned of delays

Matt Allwright tells holidaymakers exactly what they are entitled to if an airline cancels their flight

Roll Call

Watchdog points to low budget requests for prison upkeep issues - Roll Call

The Bureau of Prisons for years has lowballed budget requests to Congress and has infrastructure issues, a government watchdog said Wednesday.

WEKU

From TV to Telegram to TikTok, Moldova is being flooded with Russian propaganda

Researchers warn that Russia is using the same kinds of techniques it tried in Ukraine to destabilize its pro-European neighbor, Moldova.

Roll Call

Watchdog report pans Capitol Police over Jan. 6 threat sharing - Roll Call

The agency says it is taking steps to implement the recommendation from the Government Accountability Office.

ABC News

Most new quad bikes comply with increased safety standards despite initial backlash

Ninety-four per cent of all new quad bikes sold in Australia comply with increased safety standards, Australia's consumer watchdog says.

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