Topic: News Of The World

Hillary Clinton's speech to the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is analyzed for its emphasis on a "just rules-based international order." The speech touched on global power distribution, intellectual property rights, and the Law of the Sea Treaty. The hosts interpret these "rules of the road" as a framework for globalist control over resources and labor.

Former News of the World editor Rebekah Brooks testified regarding her disagreements with Rupert Murdoch over the balance of celebrity news versus serious journalism. Brooks admitted to favoring celebrity content to drive readership, citing the popularity of reality television. The hosts discuss her rapid rise in the Murdoch empire and the modern shift away from educational journalism.

Parliament considers how to handle individuals found to have misled select committees, a situation not seen since the 1950s. Colin Myler, former editor of News of the World and current editor of the New York Daily News, is among those accused of misleading the government during the phone-hacking investigation.

During a joint press conference at the Summit of the Americas, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos explicitly mentions building a "New World Order" with the United States. President Obama's remarks regarding a "new international reality" are also highlighted. The hosts note that what was once considered a conspiracy theory is now being openly discussed by world leaders.

Piers Morgan's alleged involvement in the British phone hacking scandal is discussed following testimony in the Leveson Inquiry. Former editors describe a culture of paying for tips and "nicking" private photographs, including images of Carla Bruni. The hosts contrast the public outrage over celebrity privacy with the general acceptance of government surveillance in the UK.

The closure of News of the World and the subsequent withdrawal of the B Sky B takeover bid by News Corp are analyzed following phone-hacking allegations. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown accused the Sunday Times of using criminals to access his private records. The hosts speculate that Murdoch's influence is waning due to a lack of cash flow from failed ventures like The Daily and MySpace, comparing the situation to the collapse of Robert Maxwell's empire.

Prime Minister David Cameron called for a complete overhaul of UK press regulation following the News of the World phone-hacking scandal and the arrest of former editor Andy Coulson. The hosts speculate that this crisis will lead to a government-mandated licensing system for journalists in the United Kingdom.

The closure of the "News of the World" newspaper amid a phone-hacking scandal is discussed as a strategic move by Rupert Murdoch. The hosts argue the scandal was leveraged by rivals and the government to block Murdoch's acquisition of B Sky B. They explain the simple technical methods used to hack voicemails and the public outcry following the hacking of a murdered teenager's phone.

Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, scheduled a high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey following a bribery scandal orchestrated by News of the World. Reports indicate Ferguson may be seeking a role on Donald Trump’s reality show, The Apprentice. The discussion frames the scandal as a calculated move to generate publicity and income for the Duchess.

A personal anecdote describes an urban fox entering a mezzanine-level apartment in London and stealing an expensive shoe. The incident highlights the increasing boldness of foxes in the UK following the ban on fox hunting. There is speculation that media outlets like News of the World will eventually report on more dangerous interactions between foxes and humans.

The "cash for access" scandal involving Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, is discussed after she was caught in a sting operation by News of the World. Ferguson reportedly offered access to Prince Andrew in exchange for £500,000. The hosts suggest such behavior is common among lower-level royals and that the story was quickly buried by other media cycles.

The News of the World newspaper, part of Rupert Murdoch's media empire, is accused of tapping the cell phones and text messages of celebrities, sports figures, and politicians. David Cameron's director of communications, Andy Coulson, is linked to the scandal from his time as an editor at the publication, amid allegations that the data was used for political blackmail.

Glam rocker Gary Glitter's return to Britain following his imprisonment in Vietnam for child sex offenses is discussed as a potential media smokescreen. The intense public scorn directed at Glitter is contrasted with the lack of investigation into high-level pedophile networks involving bankers and police chiefs. The News of the World, a Murdoch-owned tabloid, is noted for its role in exposing and sensationalizing the Glitter scandal.

Max Mosley, the head of Formula One, won a privacy lawsuit against the News of the World after the publication featured photos of him in a "Nazi-themed" sex orgy. The hosts discuss the legal distinction made by the judge regarding privacy rights in Europe versus the United States, noting Mosley was awarded 60,000 pounds.