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BBC Charter Review: Ministers Eye Permanent Status

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.

Trump sues BBC for $10bn as licence fee future debated

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.

Six BBC funding options if licence fee is scrapped

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.

PM's Gun Law Push After Bondi Terror Attack

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledges to tighten Australia's firearms laws following the Bondi terror incident, facing opposition from gun groups and the Nationals. Read the full debate.

Sydney's Suburbs Awash with Guns, Prompting Law Review

Following the Bondi Beach terror attack, data reveals a startling concentration of licensed firearms in Sydney's suburbs. NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to tighten gun laws as national cabinet agrees to reform the National Firearms Agreement.

DC Star Schoenaerts Gets 6-Month Prison Sentence

Belgian actor Matthias Schoenaerts, set to star in DC's 'Supergirl', has been sentenced to six months in prison for driving without a licence. Read the full details of his legal troubles.

JP Jenkins & Sapphire Partner on Pisces Market

JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.

Barclays boss on Revolut's $75bn valuation challenge

Barclays CEO CS Venkatakrishnan says traditional banks must learn from fintechs like Revolut, which hit a $75bn valuation. He highlights innovation and regulatory contrasts. Read the full analysis.

Borough Hall licence review after noise complaints

Greenwich's historic Borough Hall faces a licence review following resident complaints over late-night noise and disruption, pitting community concerns against the venue's economic benefits.

Man arrested for US gun photo posted on LinkedIn

A Yorkshire businessman faced arrest and potential jail time after posting a photo of himself legally holding a firearm in Florida. Discover how UK police handled this controversial case.

Switching to automatic after four driving test fails

After failing the manual driving test four times, one learner shares her journey to passing in an automatic car and why manual may no longer be essential. Discover the rising trend in automatic tests.

Shop owner fined £1.3k for pavement sign breach

A Barking shop owner has been hit with a £1,315 court bill after his store's pavement display was found obstructing the street. Discover the full story and the council's warning.

McDonald's Earl's Court gets 24-hour licence

A West London McDonald's can now operate 24/7 after agreeing to have a bouncer and ban delivery drivers from 2am to 5am, despite resident fears over antisocial behaviour.

Nurse suspended for driving without a valid licence

A mental health nurse in London has been suspended for nine months after lying about having a driving licence to secure her job and driving colleagues illegally. Discover the full details of the NMC hearing.

Wieambilla Shooters Driven by Delusions

A coronial inquest reveals the 2022 Wieambilla shooters acted on shared persecutory delusions, not terrorism. Read the full findings and recommendations.

BBC loses £1bn a year in licence fee revenue

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.

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