Kildunne's SPOTY nod a landmark for women's rugby
England rugby star Ellie Kildunne's historic BBC Sports Personality of the Year nomination could propel the women's game to new heights. Discover how her World Cup win is changing the sport.
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BBC Considers Paywall for Classic Shows in Licence Fee Shake-Up
The BBC could place classic shows behind a paywall as part of a major funding review. Learn about the proposed changes to the licence fee and what it means for viewers.
BBC orders all staff to complete antisemitism training
Outgoing BBC director-general Tim Davie has mandated compulsory antisemitism training for all employees following accusations of ignored complaints from over 200 Jewish staff. Staff have six months to complete the course.
Victoria's Flawed Voting System Faces Scrutiny
Victoria remains Australia's only state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system that allows backroom deals to decide elections. Discover the push for reform and who stands to gain or lose.
Teen's Alabama voting map becomes state law
An 18-year-old student's redistricting map, created using free software, has been adopted by an Alabama court to remedy Voting Rights Act violations. Discover how citizen mapmaking is transforming democracy.
BBC complaints drop as Ofcom cites 'significant crisis'
Ofcom reports a decrease in complaints against the BBC, but warns the broadcaster faces a 'significant crisis' over editorial standards. Discover the full story.
BBC SPOTY 2025 Introduces Live Voting Twist
Gabby Logan reveals a brand new live public vote for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025, putting fans in control. The show airs 18th December on BBC One.
Eurovision Changes Voting Rules After Israel Claims
Eurovision organisers announce major voting system reforms following Israeli interference allegations. Discover how transparency will be strengthened for 2026 contest.
Rory McIlroy Tipped for BBC SPOTY Glory
Northern Irish golf sensation Rory McIlroy emerges as strong favourite for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 following remarkable Ryder Cup performance and consistent excellence.
Kansas mayor investigated after non-citizen votes
The mayor of Coldwater, Kansas faces investigation after admitting a non-US citizen voted in the city's election, raising serious questions about electoral integrity.
Rory McIlroy Wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy triumphs at BBC SPOTY awards after remarkable season, beating England's cricketing hero Stuart Broad to claim the prestigious title.
McIlroy skips BBC SPOTY for Masters focus
Northern Irish golf sensation Rory McIlroy declines BBC Sports Personality of the Year attendance, prioritising Masters preparation and Ryder Cup commitments over awards ceremony.
Voting linked to longer life, study finds
New research shows participating in elections significantly reduces mortality risk, with non-voters facing 19% higher chance of premature death regardless of political affiliation.
BBC admits doctoring Trump footage in impartiality scandal
The BBC faces a major credibility crisis after an internal investigation revealed serious breaches of impartiality, including doctored footage of Donald Trump and biased social media activity by senior staff.
California election chaos as voting overhaul backfires
Deep in rural California, Shasta County's controversial decision to eliminate electronic voting machines has created an election administration nightmare, with counting delays and legal battles threatening democratic integrity.
Georgia Voting System Issues During Republican Primary
Technical glitches in Georgia's Fulton County during Republican primary voting raise concerns about election integrity and voting system reliability ahead of crucial elections.
BBC presenter leaves after controversial Ferguson interview
Veteran BBC broadcaster Charles Nove has left his position after conducting a contentious interview with Sarah, Duchess of York about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about editorial standards at the corporation.
Trump's early voting push transforms California elections
Donald Trump's strategic push for early voting triggers remarkable Republican turnout in California, signalling potential seismic shift in traditional voting patterns ahead of crucial elections.
BBC to cancel Victoria Derbyshire show in major cuts
The BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme faces cancellation as part of sweeping cuts to BBC Two's daytime schedule, leaving staff in turmoil and viewers facing significant changes to their daily programming.
Celebrity Traitors: Sixth Faithful Voted Out in Shocking Twist
BBC's Celebrity Traitors sees explosive fallout as sixth faithful contestant gets brutally eliminated in dramatic betrayal that leaves viewers stunned.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in Alabama case
The US Supreme Court has issued a landmark ruling that weakens the Voting Rights Act, allowing Alabama to maintain congressional districts that critics say dilute Black voting power.
US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act in a controversial 6-3 decision that could reshape American elections for years to come.
BBC moves University Challenge and Mastermind in schedule shake-up
The BBC announces major scheduling changes for autumn 2024, moving quiz show favourites University Challenge and Mastermind to new time slots while introducing new programmes like The Assembly and The Chop.
Dominion Voting Systems Sold in Major Acquisition Deal
The controversial voting machine company at the heart of 2020 election conspiracy theories has been acquired by private equity firm Staple Street Capital, raising questions about election security and political influence.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act in Landmark Ruling
The US Supreme Court has severely weakened the landmark Voting Rights Act, making it significantly harder to challenge electoral maps as racially discriminatory in a decision that could reshape American democracy.
Supreme Court Rejects Illinois Mail-In Ballot Challenge
The US Supreme Court has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit challenging Illinois' mail-in voting system, dealing a significant blow to efforts restricting ballot access ahead of the 2024 election.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
The Labour voter's dilemma: When choice isn't a choice
An examination of the difficult position facing voters who feel politically homeless in the current landscape, where voting Labour feels less like a choice and more like an obligation.
Strictly Voting Scandal: Karen Carney's 2025 Warning
Former footballer Karen Carney exposes Strictly Come Dancing's voting controversy, claiming the 2024 results were 'pre-determined' and calling for urgent BBC reforms ahead of the 2025 season.
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