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BBC calls for permanent charter and less regulatory oversight
The BBC has set out proposals to minimise its accountability to elected ministers by removing their power to revise and renew the charter which allows it to operate.
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French language version of BBC Earth heads to Sub-Saharan Africa
The channel features major natural history programming such as The Green Planet, Frozen Planet II and Blue Planet II.
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4K UHD release confirmed for Becoming Led Zeppelin
Last year’s feature-length documentary film Becoming Led Zeppelin makes its 4K UHD and Blu-Ray debut on April 27th with an ‘Ultimate Collector’s Edition’.
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MPs criticise BBC’s failure to set digital targets for World Service
BBC bosses have been heavily criticised for their inability to explain why the World Service “provides value for money to UK taxpayers and why it should therefore continue receiving government funding.”
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Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day gets first trailer
Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson and Colman Domingo star in this first trailer.
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BBC secures three-year renewal for The Traitors
A new deal will also continue to see international versions, including from the US, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, available on iPlayer.
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Openreach turns full fibre network into water leak detector
A trial of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) converts Openreach’s fibre optic cables into thousands of sensors that can ‘hear’ and pin-point leaks from surrounding water pipes.
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Apple TV’s Friday Night Baseball 2026 schedule confirmed
The weekly doubleheader returns for its fifth season on March 27th, with fans in 60 countries able to enjoy two marquee matchups each week throughout the 25-week MLB regular season.
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How to get free Apple TV from EE, BT and Barclays
The iPad and iPhone maker’s video streaming service offers a growing selection of exclusive high-end dramas, comedies and films.
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How to get free Disney+ in the UK – round up of the latest offers
For those looking to save on their streaming bills, several major brands are currently offering free access to Disney+.
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How to sign up to the standalone Prime Video plan on Amazon UK
As well as the regular ‘full fat’ version of Prime, Amazon also offers a standalone Prime Video option costing £5.99 per month.