The recent revelation that Huw Edwards, a well-known BBC anchor, was the individual implicated in allegations of sexual misconduct has put an end to days of intense speculation that captivated the attention of the British public broadcaster. However, it has also left behind a lingering sense of unease regarding the role of the British news media, and its even more invasive counterpart, social media, in the exposure of a public figure. According to Mr. Edwards' wife, he is currently receiving treatment in a hospital due to a mental breakdown that was exacerbated by a tabloid newspaper's report. The report claimed that he had paid a significant sum of money to a teenager in exchange for sexually explicit images. However, the police have stated that they found no evidence of any criminal activity on Mr. Edwards' part, raising questions as to why the BBC dedicated extensive airtime and the newspapers filled countless pages with details about the private life of one of their es...