Legendary BBC Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker Passes Away

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Johnnie Walker, a beloved BBC Radio 2 DJ known for his shows Sounds Of The 70s and The Rock Show, has died at the age of 79 after a battle with terminal respiratory disease. Walker announced his retirement in October, saying he was ready to die. He was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) five years ago, and his health had deteriorated significantly in recent months.

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The BBC has apologized to Donald Trump for editing one of his speeches.

What Happened?

The BBC edited a speech made by Trump on January 6, 2021, to make it seem like he encouraged violence at the US Capitol.
Trump's team threatened to sue the BBC for $1 billion unless they apologized and compensated him.

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The BBC apologized for the edit, but refused to pay compensation.

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So, **what's going on with Trump?
He's making headlines with potential lawsuits and political moves.

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He's also hosting a dinner with top business executives at the White House.
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