Following a performance from rap duo Bob Vylan during Glastonbury 2025 which the BBC streamed live and later deemed “antisemitic” and “unacceptable”, the broadcaster has made immediate changes to its policy regarding live-streaming music events. In a statement, the BBC said: “We fully understand the strength of feeling regarding Bob Vylan’s live appearance at Glastonbury […]
Attributing the success to its “fandom-first strategy”, BBC Studios reports that is has outpaced every UK broadcaster and most global streamers in YouTube watch time and TikTok engagement, according to new data. The numbers reveal a strong transformation since launching its advertising proposition in 2023: – Highest YouTube watch time across the UK competitor set, […]
UK broadcast regulator Ofcom has published its final decisions on the BBC’s plans to launch four new DAB+ stations and extend the hours of Radio 5 Sports Extra. The BBC’s proposals include: In November 2024, the BBC proposed to launch four new DAB+ stations: Radio 1 Dance, Radio 1 Anthems, a Radio 2 extension, and […]
As Oasis – with Gallagher brothers Liam and Noel reunited – prepare to return to stage this summer, BBC Sounds is exploring the lasting impact of one of Britian’s most iconic bands in a new ten-part series, Mad For Oasis. Made by BBC Local teams at BBC Radio Manchester, and hosted by Noel’s daughter, Anais, Mad […]
The BBC has said it should have cut away from a live broadcast of Bob Vylan’s performance at Glastonbury on June 28th, during which the rap band’s singer led the crowd in chants that the BBC deemed “antisemitic” and “unacceptable”. Consequently, the BBC has said it will review its guidance around live events. “Millions of […]
BBC Cymru Wales and S4C have announced a deal for the live free-to-air rights for the Wales men’s rugby team’s two-Test tour of Japan this July. The first match takes place at the Mikuni World Stadium in Kitakyushu on July 5th and will be broadcast live on BBC One Wales and BBC iPlayer, with coverage […]
BBC Studios and BBC News have launched the first phase of a pay model for visitors to the BBC website in the US. In the initial phase of the launch, for $49.99 (€42.76) per year or $8.99 per month, users who join will get unlimited access to the BBC’s news articles, feature stories and the […]
BBC Studios and Studio 100 International have announced several milestones for Bluey in Germany. The successful preschool brand continues to record strong growth in the areas of content, retail and experiences in this country. Studio 100 International, commissioned by BBC Studios, acts as the licensing agency for Bluey , ensuring that the brand’s presence is […]
The Sheffield arena is ready for battle once again as Gladiators is set to return in 2026 for another season on the BBC, plus a brand-new Celebrity Special. Bradley and Barney Walsh will once again oversee proceedings as the gladiators Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, […]
As he gears up to headline the Other Stage at Glastonbury on June 28th, acclaimed artist Loyle Carner is bringing his storytelling talents to a younger audience with a special appearance this evening (June 23rd) on CBeebies Bedtime Story. Carner reads I Touched the Sun by Leah Hayes – a heartfelt favourite in his own […]