BBC iPlayer may charge for older shows in new plan
The UK government proposes a 'top-up' subscription for older BBC iPlayer content to secure the broadcaster's future. Have your say in the public consultation.
The UK government proposes a 'top-up' subscription for older BBC iPlayer content to secure the broadcaster's future. Have your say in the public consultation.
Discover the blockbuster London film premieres for 2026, including Mortal Kombat II and Toy Story 5. Get the full schedule and see which Hollywood stars are coming to town.
From MR James to Mark Gatiss, explore the finest festive chillers that have haunted British TV schedules. Discover the classics that define Christmas terror.
The UK government is considering major reforms to the BBC's charter and funding, aiming to depoliticise its board and secure its long-term future. Explore the potential changes and what they mean for the broadcaster.
EastEnders' 2025 Christmas trailer reveals the identity of Zoe Slater's stalker as a terrifying showdown erupts in the Queen Vic. Get all the spoilers and festive drama details here.
Donald Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama edit, as UK ministers publish a green paper on the future of the licence fee. Political leaders clash over the broadcaster's independence.
US President Donald Trump launches a massive £7.5 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, alleging a Panorama documentary maliciously edited his January 6 speech. Read the full details.
The beloved Australian drama returns with a festive special. Oly and Santi take their newborn on a hellish cruise, testing family bonds. Read our full review of the BBC's heartwarming holiday chaos.
A 77-year-old Buddhist monk endured a four-day ordeal trapped upside down in a narrow cave in Thailand. Discover how rescuers performed the dramatic operation.
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, woke from tongue cancer surgery to find her meaningful semicolon tattoo had been grafted from her arm onto her tongue. Read her incredible story of survival and symbolism.
Four-year-old Gus Lamont vanished from his homestead on 27 September. Despite one of South Australia's largest searches, no trace has been found. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Darcy Green moved to Oxford for her masters, not love. But a chance meeting with Miranda changed everything. Discover their heartwarming story of unexpected romance, from a football screening to a winter confession.
A first date after lockdown went disastrously wrong when a man tried to correct a journalist on the name of Louis Theroux's 'Weird Weekends'. Read the full cringe-worthy story.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
A new documentary reveals the intimate life of Nick Cave through the eyes of his closest friends. Discover the moving portrait of the music icon's journey, from tragedy to creative rebirth.
Comedian Guz Khan discusses his new BBC Christmas special 'Stuffed', his journey from 'Man Like Mobeen' to festive favourite, and why his 'brown arse' won't return to Lapland. Read the exclusive interview.
EastEnders star Danny Dyer reads a CBeebies Bedtime Story promoting emotional expression. Tune in Friday at 6.45pm on CBeebies and iPlayer.
Gerri Walters, 59, shed 3st 10lbs in a year and reversed her type 2 diabetes after a distressing holiday experience. Discover how a personalised diet plan transformed her health and life.
Discover why Ghost The Fragrance Eau de Toilette, with its blend of jasmine, peach & musk, is the perfect Christmas scent. Now on sale for £19.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London has been saved after a public outcry. Passengers and staff react to the U-turn on plans to scrap the busy but often delayed intercity train.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
Amazon shoppers are raving as Ghost The Fragrance Eau de Toilette drops 65% to just £19. Discover the 'feminine' scent with rave reviews and see where else to buy.
The Office of Rail and Road has reversed its decision to run an early Avanti West Coast service empty, allowing passengers back on the popular sub-two-hour route. Read the full story.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.
A Hertfordshire mum reveals her 18-year method of preparing the festive feast in advance, saving three hours and £65.55. Discover her time-saving hacks for a stress-free Christmas.
A fire at BBC Scotland's Pacific Quay headquarters forced a full evacuation and took BBC Radio Scotland Breakfast off air. Presenters describe the scene as emergency services responded. Read the latest.