BBC axes evening news shows as licence fee payers plummet
The BBC is set to dramatically cut its evening current affairs programming amid a sharp decline in licence fee payers, with flagship shows facing the axe in a major schedule overhaul.
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BBC Chief Demands Tougher TV Licence Enforcement
BBC Director-General Tim Davie takes a hardline stance on TV licence enforcement, warning that the current system needs tougher measures to tackle evasion as public trust in the broadcaster faces unprecedented challenges.
BBC Chief Warns of Political Pressure Threatening Independence
Director-General Tim Davie warns of growing government pressure on the BBC, raising concerns about editorial independence and the broadcaster's ability to fulfil its public service mission.
Erin Andrews Leaves Fox Sports After 13-Year NFL Run
Celebrated sportscaster Erin Andrews, known for her close friendship with Taylor Swift, reveals her dramatic career shift from Fox Sports to a new broadcasting venture, marking the end of an era in sports journalism.
Legendary broadcaster shuts five UK channels
In a dramatic industry shakeup, a veteran British broadcaster is closing five television channels, marking one of the most significant cutbacks in UK media history and affecting hundreds of thousands of viewers.
ABC faced 'culture of fear' due to external pressure
Former ABC chief Hugh Marks exposes how political pressure and media scrutiny fostered a climate of apprehension within the national broadcaster, forcing staff to second-guess editorial decisions.
BBC loses sports rights after 18 years
In a dramatic broadcasting shake-up, the BBC has lost rights to a beloved annual sporting event after nearly two decades, with Channel 5 securing the coveted coverage in a major coup.
Shrewsbury home with hidden nuclear bunker for sale
A seemingly ordinary three-bedroom house in Shrewsbury is captivating the property market with an extraordinary hidden feature: a fully-equipped, 25-foot deep nuclear bunker, a relic from the Cold War era, now on sale for £399,000.
Puppy Mauled to Death by XL Bully in Family Garden
A family in the West Midlands is devastated after their 10-month-old Cockapoo, Lola, was killed in a brutal attack by an XL Bully dog that escaped from a neighbouring property. The incident has reignited the debate on dangerous dog breeds and enforcement.
Bat Smashes Through Car Windscreen on M6 at 70mph
A driver on the M6 had a terrifying shock when a bat smashed through their windscreen at 70mph. The bizarre incident, captured on dashcam, left the vehicle damaged and the driver shaken but unharmed. Experts warn of the dangers and what to do if it happen
Albanian dealer sold cocaine via Facebook and TikTok sting
An Albanian drug dealer's audacious social media operation on Facebook and TikTok was dismantled in a major undercover police sting. Discover how officers posed as buyers to bring him to justice.
Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: Man Fights for Life
A man is in a critical condition and two others injured after a terrifying shooting at The Crane nightclub in Birmingham's Digbeth area. Police have launched a major investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
Met Office Issues Urgent Weather Warnings for UK
The Met Office has issued severe yellow weather warnings for heavy rain and potential flooding across parts of Wales, Scotland, and the West Midlands, disrupting travel and raising flood concerns.
Amber Warning: Heavy Rain Threatens Major UK Flooding
The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber for parts of Wales and England, forecasting intense rainfall that could trigger significant flooding and travel chaos across the Midlands and Lake District.
Manhunt for Birmingham's 'Mango Man' Fugitive
West Midlands Police intensify the manhunt for Michael Clarke, known as 'Mango Man', wanted in connection with a series of violent crimes across Birmingham and Warwickshire. The public is urged not to approach.
Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: 22-Year-Old Man Killed
A 22-year-old man has been tragically killed in a targeted shooting outside Birmingham's Mango Nightclub. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses to the late-night attack in the city's Gay Village.
Two Arrests After Birmingham Nightclub Shooting
West Midlands Police make two arrests following a shooting at Mango nightclub in Birmingham's Gay Village. The incident, which sent revellers fleeing, is being treated as a targeted attack.
Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: Four Shot, Arrests Made
West Midlands Police have made multiple arrests following a shooting at a Birmingham nightclub that left four people with gunshot wounds. The incident has sparked a major investigation and raised serious concerns about public safety.
Ryanair Adds 4 New UK Routes to Europe for Summer 2025
Budget airline Ryanair announces four exciting new routes from Bournemouth and East Midlands airports to popular European sunshine destinations for Summer 2025, boosting UK holiday options.
Police Hunt Killer Arsonist After Fatal Wolverhampton Blaze
A major manhunt is underway in Wolverhampton after a deliberate house fire claimed the life of a woman. Police are treating the blaze as murder and arson.
Crimestoppers' Sikh Community CCTV Appeal in Sandwell
UK charity Crimestoppers issues an urgent appeal for CCTV footage from the Sikh community in Oldbury, Sandwell, following a serious assault, offering a £3,000 reward for information.
NHS Ambulance Workers Arrested Over Patient Data Breach
Two ambulance service staff have been suspended and arrested by police on suspicion of illegally accessing patient records in a major data breach at West Midlands Ambulance Service.
Sikh groups offer £10k reward after West Midlands rape
Sikh community organisations have posted a £10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect after a woman was raped in the West Midlands. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Sikhs offer £10k reward for Oldbury race hate rapists
West Midlands Sikh community pledges substantial reward for information leading to conviction of racially motivated attackers in Oldbury sexual assault case, as police investigation continues.
Police Apologise for CCTV on Sikh Temple in Oldbury
West Midlands Police has issued a formal apology after a CCTV camera was covertly installed on a Sikh temple in Oldbury, sparking community outrage and a review of surveillance policies.
Police Apologise After Sikh Officer's Turban Removed
West Midlands Police has issued a formal apology after a Sikh officer was made to remove his religious turban while in custody at Oldbury station, sparking outrage from community leaders.
UK's First Major Reservoir in 30 Years for Leicestershire
A groundbreaking new reservoir in Leicestershire, the first of its kind in 30 years, is set to secure water supplies for the East Midlands and combat drought risks exacerbated by climate change.
Girl, 9, Shot in Racist Airgun Attack in Walsall
A nine-year-old girl has been hospitalised after a shocking racially aggravated assault in Walsall, where a teenage boy shot her with an airgun. Police are investigating the hate crime incident.
BBC Chief Barred from European Broadcasting Summit
BBC Director General Tim Davie was excluded from a high-level European Broadcasting Union meeting in Slovenia, sparking accusations of political bias and raising questions about the UK's post-Brexit media influence.
18-Hour Ambulance Wait for Nottingham Man with Broken Back
Exclusive: A Nottingham man endured an 18-hour wait for an ambulance with a broken back, as East Midlands Ambulance Service declares a critical incident due to overwhelming demand and hospital handover delays.
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