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BBC axes sitcom after mixed reviews and one season

The BBC has pulled the plug on its mixed-race relationship sitcom 'Mixed/Matched' after just one series, following disappointing reviews and audience response, marking another high-profile cancellation for the broadcaster.

BBC axes Lord of the Flies TV series after Netflix hit

The BBC has dramatically pulled the plug on its highly anticipated Lord of the Flies television adaptation following the success of writer Jack Thorne's Netflix series Adolescence, dealing a significant blow to the corporation's drama slate.

Manchester's Day of Darkness: Inside the Cyber Attack

An exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester became the epicentre of a catastrophic cyber assault that brought the city to its knees, exposing critical vulnerabilities in Britain's digital infrastructure.

BBC Film Club Sparks Nostalgia with Classic Movie Returns

The BBC's nostalgic Film Club initiative has viewers celebrating as classic favourites like The Goonies and Matilda make triumphant returns to television schedules, creating waves of excitement across social media platforms.

Aimee Lou Wood Shines in BBC's Film Club Drama

BBC's compelling new drama 'Film Club' features an outstanding performance by Aimee Lou Wood, exploring the complexities of friendship, mental health, and cinema's healing power in contemporary Britain.

BBC One's The One Show faces schedule shake-up for Euros

BBC One's flagship evening programme The One Show hosted by Alex Jones faces significant schedule disruptions as UEFA European Championship coverage dominates June programming, with multiple episodes moving slots or being cancelled entirely.

Chelsea-Liverpool TV blackout angers fans

Premier League fans are set to miss Chelsea's clash with Liverpool due to UK broadcasting blackout rules, sparking fresh debate about the controversial Saturday 3pm fixture ban.

Afghanistan internet restored after 3-day blackout

After a devastating three-day nationwide internet blackout, Afghanistan's digital lifeline has been restored. The Taliban's surprise shutdown sparked international condemnation and crippled daily life across the country.

Taliban cuts Afghanistan internet to 'prevent immorality'

The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connection, isolating millions from the global community in a drastic bid to enforce their strict moral code, with devastating consequences for healthcare, education and livelihoods.

David Attenborough, 97, lands two Netflix deals

Broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough, 97, secures groundbreaking dual Netflix projects while continuing his iconic work with the BBC, showcasing unprecedented demand for his environmental storytelling.

Reading Rainbow Returns with Mychal Threets as Host

The iconic children's educational programme Reading Rainbow is set for a spectacular comeback, with former librarian Mychal Threets bringing his viral book enthusiasm to a new generation of young British readers.

Premier League's Saturday 3pm TV Blackout Under Threat

The Premier League's historic Saturday 3pm television blackout could be abolished in a major broadcasting shake-up, with a new £11 billion domestic rights deal set to revolutionise how fans watch football.

70 ABC Stations Boycott Jimmy Kimmel's TV Comeback

Jimmy Kimmel's highly anticipated return to television has been dealt a severe blow as dozens of ABC affiliate stations across the United States refuse to broadcast tonight's episode, sparking industry-wide speculation about the late-night host's future.

Football's 3pm TV Blackout Faces Being Scrapped

The UK's historic football TV blackout, which bans 3pm Saturday matches from being broadcast, is under formal review and could be scrapped in a move that would revolutionise how fans watch the game.

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