Rishi rattled over Rwanda and COVID inquiry – plus Zara puts Gaza campaigners in a rage
Dec 12, 2023
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Journalist Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rob Hutton and comedian Fergus Craig to discuss rebels and backlash over Zara's photo campaign, the increase in swearing on TV, and the downfall of Heather Mills' vegan food empire.
The pandemic has adversely affected the vegan food industry, resulting in decreased demand and business closures.
Rishi Sunak's handling of the Rwanda bill and his inability to produce all his WhatsApp messages have caused controversy and criticism.
Deep dives
Swearing on TV has increased over the years
A study of more than 60,000 TV shows and films revealed that the annual number of swear words has significantly increased from under 5,000 in 1985 to over 60,000 in the last year.
Heather Mills' vegan food empire goes out of business
Heather Mills, the ex-wife of Paul McCartney, has seen her vegan food business, which she had since 1993, collapse due to a decline in demand for plant-based food during the pandemic.
Vegan food companies facing challenges
Several vegan food companies have faced difficulties during the pandemic as demand for plant-based food slowed down. The pandemic has led to a decrease in sales for vegan food and contributed to the closure of some businesses in the industry.
Rishi Sunak faces challenges with rebellious MPs and phone habits
Rishi Sunak, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, held an emergency breakfast at 10 Downing Street to persuade rebel right-wing MPs to support his Rwanda bill. He has also faced criticism for being unable to provide all of his WhatsApp messages due to changing phones multiple times.
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Rebels without a clue. Sunak’s on the ropes, both wings of the Tory party are rebelling… and the PM’s forgotten how to use a phone. Hate couture. Fashion giant Zara’s new photo campaign provokes angry backlash from Gaza protestors. Plus, Turning the air blue. There’s far more swearing on the TV than there used to be, the Times is outraged… and even Doctor f***ing Who is at it.
Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rob Hutton of The Critic and comedian Fergus Craig.
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