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BBC News
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Hacker T Dog joins Blue Peter presenter line up
Blue Peter has had its fair share of famous animals over the years – but never has it had a dog as a lead presenter!That's all about to change as CBBC's Hacker T Dog will officially be joining the world's longest-running children's television show in meat paste-loving mutt will join presenters Abby Cook, Joel Mawhinney and Shini hope that Blue Peter dog Henry doesn't mind a bit of canine competition in the you have any advice for Hacker joining Blue Peter? Or a message of good luck? Leave your thoughts below. Hacker has been a regular face on CBBC for over 16 best known for his quickfire gags, being from Wigan and his love of meat paste. When asked about his new role, Hacker said: "It's dead exciting!""I am privileged, nay proud, to be involved in this fine institution and top-notch show. That's right folks, it's me Hacker The Dog, national treasure, and new Blue Peter presenter."You said it, Hacker. Hacker will officially become presenter number 44 in September, joining a long line of famous Blue Peter presenters including Matt Baker, Helen Skelton and John it won't be his first time presenting the Wigan wonder has already appeared on Blue Peter a number of times as a guest presenter. Viewers will be treated to a tour of his beloved Wigan as part of the new series' launch later this Muller, BBC Senior Head of Children's Commissioning 7+, says: "Viewers can expect plenty of mischief from the one-and-only Hacker T Dog."The new look Blue Peter will launch Friday 5 September on BBC Two, CBBC, Sign Zone and BBC iPlayer.
BBC News
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Hacker T Dog joins the Blue Peter presenting team
This autumn, beloved canine comedian, Hacker T Dog, will officially join the legendary children's programme Blue Peter presenting alongside Abby Cook, Joel Mawhinney, Shini Muthukrishnan and Henry the Blue Peter pet dog. Famous for his cheeky humour, lightning-fast wit and unmistakable Wigan accent, Hacker has been a CBBC favourite for over 16 years. He has previously appeared as a guest presenter on Blue Peter, and from September, he will become a regular presence in studio on the world's longest-running children's television show. 'It's dead exciting!' says Hacker T Dog. 'Thank you for letting me aboard the mighty ship Blue Peter. I am privileged, nay proud, to be involved in this fine institution and top-notch show. That's right folks, it's me Hacker The Dog, national treasure, and new Blue Peter presenter.' Sarah Muller, BBC Senior Head of Children's Commissioning +7, says: 'Audiences already love Hacker's guest appearances on Blue Peter, and now he's officially joining the team this September as we unveil the show's fresh new look. Viewers can expect plenty of mischief from the one-and-only Hacker T Dog.' Puppeteer Phil Fletcher grew up with Blue Peter and is thrilled to join the team. Hacker has become a fan favourite on Blue Peter taking part in festive specials, Red Nose Day and Children in Need shows, and presenting several 'Here's One I Made Earlier' craft segments. Hacker will join current presenters Abby, Joel, Shini, and Henry the dog in the new look Blue Peter studio from Friday 5 September. To mark his debut as presenter number 44, Hacker will take viewers on a special tour of his hometown, Wigan, highlighting its most iconic spots. In the new series, Blue Peter brings families together with its mix of epic adventures, creative crafts and homegrown storytelling that reflects the show's deep roots in British culture. Abby, Joel and Shini continue to take on the inspiring challenges that the show is known for, from sea kayaking, helping puffin conservation, to taking on Royal Marines training. Blue Peter's new look and refreshed format will be unveiled on Friday 5 September marking an exciting new chapter for the beloved show. Watch Blue Peter on CBBC, BBC Two, Sign Zone and BBC iPlayer HH Follow for more
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Navajo, San Juan County leaders extend accord bolstering voting access
San Juan County and Navajo Nation leaders have agreed to extend an agreement meant to help assure voting access for Navajo residents. The agreement, stemming from a 2016 lawsuit filed by the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission against the county, extends a prior accord that expired after the November 2024 general elections. Notably, the accord calls for creation of three language-assistance locations and polling places within Navajo Nation land in San Juan County, pre-election advertising in the Navajo language, Diné Bizaad, and employment of Navajo interpreters to aid in the election outreach. 'This settlement affirms a fundamental truth — the voices of Navajo voters in San Juan County matter. We are dedicated to making sure the ballot box remains open and accessible to Navajo language speakers today, tomorrow and every day after that,' said Abby Cook, an attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union of Utah, which helped represent the Navajo Nation. The Navajo Nation is spread across southeastern Utah, northeastern Arizona and northwestern New Mexico, but the settlement agreement applies to the Utah portion of the reservation. According to 2024 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, 46.5% of the county's 14,601 residents are American Indians or Alaska Natives. The original 2016 lawsuit stemmed from the move in Utah in 2014 to mail-in balloting and concerns the change disenfranchised Navajo voters, in part due to unreliable postal service in Navajo Nation territory. The first settlement agreement resolving the dispute was executed in 2018, the second was finalized in 2021, and the new one, extending the varied provisions through the 2028 general election cycle, was inked last week. The San Juan County Clerk's Office is the main county party in the matter. The new accord, filed in U.S. District Court in Utah, says the goal of those involved is 'to continue to achieve, if possible, a larger turnout by Navajo voters in future elections.' The language assistance, it reads, has 'produced some noteworthy results,' including turnout by voters on the Navajo reservation of 89.07%, which compared to overall Utah voter turnout that year of 90.09%. Per the agreement, voting information centers will be created in the run up to elections in Montezuma Creek, Navajo Mountain and Monument Valley. 'Each center will be staffed with a trained Navajo language interpreter, offering services including voter registration, ballot replacement, and language assistance,' reads an ACLU press release. Additionally, election information will be provided in Diné Bizaad, on local radio stations and newspapers. 'All eligible voters have a right to full and equal voting access without barriers, including the right to read and understand their ballot and voting resources,' said Aaron Welcher, spokesman for the ACLU of Utah.
