Radio Broadcasts of Space Aliens Require Prior BBC Approval

“The BBC’s star science presenter Brian Cox thought he might have a scoop on his hands when he trained his telescope at a newly discovered planet in search of alien life. But the professor said his hopes for an exclusive were brought back down to earth after he was told by the BBC that impromptu extraterrestrial contact would break health and safety guidelines.”
 — Best check with the Department of Live Radio Broadcasts With Space Aliens before doing anything hasty.

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