>> The BBC has apologised after European Commission economic affairs spokesperson Amadeu Altafaj Tardio was repeatedly called an “idiot” while taking part in a flagship news broadcast on the eurozone debt crisis.
TV bosses said they contacted Tardio to apologise for “discourtesy” after he walked off the Newsnight show during a video-link appearance from Brussels on October 12.
>> The End of the Line, a film on the effects of overfishing, won the first Puma Creative Impact award worth US $68,445 at a ceremony in London. The award has been set up to honour films that make a significant impact on society.
We are a voice to you; you have been a support to us. Together we build journalism that is independent, credible and fearless. You can further help us by making a donation. This will mean a lot for our ability to bring you news, perspectives and analysis from the ground so that we can make change together.
.png)
Comments are moderated and will be published only after the site moderator’s approval. Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name. Selected comments may also be used in the ‘Letters’ section of the Down To Earth print edition.