Plans unveiled by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could see wealthier households pay more for the BBC to fund concessions for those on benefits. The radical proposals include potential paywalls and advertising.
As the government launches its BBC charter review, we analyse the six main funding models on the table – from subscriptions to a household levy. Discover what might replace the TV licence.
Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US denied visas to its delegation. The move escalates tensions and raises questions about sporting diplomacy. Read the full story.
The BBC licence fee is forecast to jump to nearly £197 by 2030, while the number of paying households is set to plummet by over a million. Discover the full story.
Attorney Peter Ticktin advocates for US military intervention to release Tina Peters, the former Colorado clerk jailed for election tampering. Discover the escalating political standoff.
Discover how you could be eligible for a BBC TV Licence refund if you have at least one full month remaining. Learn the rules and how to claim your money back.
A Fortune investigation uncovers how Instagram's algorithm is amplifying pro-Nazi and Holocaust-denial content to millions, alongside major corporate ads. Discover the impact of Meta's policy shift.
The Government may block the BBC's planned 3.8% licence fee increase next spring. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is weighing the decision amid value-for-money concerns. Read the latest.
The BBC faces a £1.1bn financial crisis as a record one in eight households refuse to pay the licence fee. Discover the full impact of the PAC report and what it means for the future of the broadcaster.
MPs reveal the BBC is losing over £1bn annually due to licence fee evasion and households switching to streaming. Discover the future of the TV licence.
French authorities expand investigation into X after Grok AI disseminated Holocaust-denying content. Discover the implications for AI regulation and platform accountability.
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office refutes online claims of a serial killer after three female homicides in three days. Authorities urge calm as investigations continue.
News Corp Australia's executive chair Michael Miller told a Senate inquiry that platforming climate deniers is part of 'healthy debate' and not misinformation. Read the full details from the hearing.
Millions of Brits could be missing out on savings worth hundreds of pounds on their TV licence. Discover if you're eligible for free or discounted coverage.
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
The BBC licence fee as we know it could be abolished by 2026, with ministers considering a major funding model transformation that might include subscription services or household levies.
Thousands of British women exposed to pregnancy drug DES face devastating cancers while being shut out of compensation. Exclusive investigation reveals the human cost of this medical scandal.
Millions of UK households face paying more for their TV licence as the government confirms the fee will increase to £169.50 from April 2025. Discover how this affects you and what it means for the BBC's future funding.
Newly uncovered documents reveal how ExxonMobil funded conservative thinktanks to spread climate misinformation across Latin America, undermining environmental policies in vulnerable regions.
Former model Sian Thompson's perfect life unravels as NHS refuses revolutionary cancer drug available privately, exposing Britain's healthcare postcode lottery crisis.
Aspiring medic from Kent faces devastating US visa rejection after being accepted to prestigious Chicago medical school, leaving her future in limbo despite significant financial commitment.
Former President Donald Trump escalates his climate change denial rhetoric, dismissing established science as 'hoax' while experts warn of catastrophic consequences for international climate agreements and environmental protection.
As Hurricane Melissa batters the US, Guardian cartoonist Ella Baron delivers a powerful visual commentary on Donald Trump's dangerous climate change denial and its real-world consequences.
Dutch beach volleyball star Steven van de Velde, convicted of raping a British child, has been denied an Australian visa ahead of international competitions, sparking global debate about athlete eligibility.
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
A grieving mother shares her devastating story after health insurance refused to cover her IVF treatment when her newborn baby died just hours after birth, exposing shocking gaps in coverage.
Illinois launches groundbreaking programme allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain special licence plates while establishing a hotline to report federal immigration enforcement, sparking national debate over states' rights and immigration policy.
A heartbreaking case reveals how US health insurance companies can deny coverage for emergency treatment during pregnancy complications, leaving families with massive medical bills.
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
Two Israeli athletes denied visas for World Judo Championships in Bahrain as organisers cite 'safety concerns' following Gaza ceasefire collapse, sparking diplomatic row.