Government Launches BBC Charter Review on Funding & Trust
The government has begun a formal review of the BBC's Royal Charter, focusing on its sustainable funding and public trust. Explore the future of the UK's public broadcaster.
The government has begun a formal review of the BBC's Royal Charter, focusing on its sustainable funding and public trust. Explore the future of the UK's public broadcaster.
As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.
Amid challenging headlines, The Guardian invites US readers to share the news stories from 2025 that brought them hope or happiness. Contribute your ray of light anonymously.
Mikel Arteta faces a defensive headache with key players including Declan Rice and William Saliba major doubts for Arsenal's Premier League trip to Aston Villa. Get the latest team news and predicted line-up.
Ahead of their Premier League clash, both AFC Bournemouth and Chelsea are dealing with significant injury and suspension woes. Get the full team news and updates here.
Tottenham host Brentford with nine players sidelined. Get the latest on Solanke, Kulusevski, Maddison and Frank's 'special' reunion with the Bees.
Eurovision faces its biggest crisis as Israel's participation in the 2025 contest causes a major rift, threatening the event's unity and future. Discover the full story.
The Eurovision Song Contest is facing a major rift as several countries threaten to boycott the 2026 event after Israel was cleared to compete. Explore the escalating political controversy.
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia boycott Eurovision 2025 over Israel's participation. Analysis compares this political crisis to the contest's 70-year history of boycotts.
The EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026 has led to boycotts from Spain, Ireland and others, leaving fans questioning the contest's founding values. Read the full analysis.
Full injury update for Tottenham and Brentford ahead of their Premier League clash. Key stars including Maddison and Solanke are sidelined. Get the latest team news here.
TNT Sports suffers a double blow as it loses UK rights to the Champions League and international rugby. Analysis reveals the broadcaster's strategy to balance the books and future challenges.
Franklin Francis, 56, described as a 'loving and kind' man, has died after a violent altercation in Forest Gate. Two men arrested. Police reassure community.
Emma Lloyd, Netflix's VP for EMEA partnerships, emerges as leading contender to replace Alex Mahon as Channel 4 chief executive amid broadcaster's digital transformation.
Explore the week's most powerful photographs, from a Hong Kong fire and a sea turtle in Angola to festive lights at Liverpool Cathedral. Discover the stories behind the lens.
Challenge yourself with The Guardian's Thursday news quiz. 15 questions on topical events, pop culture, and general knowledge. How will you score? Share your results in the comments!
ABC Sydney faces internal and external criticism after replacing Chris Bath with Thomas Oriti, creating an all-male presenter lineup from Breakfast through Drive. Read about the diversity concerns.
A visual journey across the globe: Ukrainian air defences, Gaza's flooded camps, and London's memorials. See the powerful images shaping our world today.
Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential democratic safeguards against populist threats, from public broadcasting to electoral reform. Learn how to protect your freedoms before it's too late.
Chelsea and Arsenal are tracking Nottingham Forest's £70m-rated defender Murillo after his stellar performance against Liverpool. Discover the latest transfer news and analysis.
Explore how fan demand for control and relevance is fragmenting sports broadcasting. Discover the new hybrid models and what it means for the future of live sport.
The BBC faces unprecedented threats from US political pressure and tech billionaires. Discover the urgent reforms needed to protect this vital British institution and defend democracy.
Explore the world's most powerful images this week, from a Gaza ceasefire and US border wall construction to a German winter wonderland and the Budapest Ballet Grand Prix.
Analysis of TNT Sports' first Ashes broadcast in Australia, where Alastair Cook and Becky Ives carried a stripped-back production. Discover how the coverage fared.
Arsenal and Tottenham are among five Premier League clubs chasing Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, who has a £65m release clause. Discover the latest transfer battle.
MPs reveal the BBC is losing over £1bn annually from licence fee evasion and non-use, as streaming services gain popularity. Discover the future of public broadcasting.
Dive into the 224th edition of our Thursday news quiz. Challenge yourself with 15 questions on topical news, pop culture, and general knowledge. Share your score in the comments!
Major League Baseball announces a sweeping new three-year media rights agreement worth nearly $800m annually, bringing ESPN, NBC and Netflix on board. Discover the new broadcast landscape.
Over 800 mourners gathered at Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral for radio legend John Laws' state funeral. Russell Crowe delivered a touching eulogy for the 'Golden Tonsils'.
GB News under investigation after presenting unscientific research linking foreign-sounding names to court defendants. Ofcom assessing complaints about potentially racist content.