Domain: bbc.com

Brand name and home for the BBC's online service

BBC Online, formerly known as BBCi, is the BBC's online service. It is a large network of websites including such high-profile sites as BBC News and Sport, the on-demand video and radio services branded BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds, the children's sites CBBC and CBeebies, and learning services such as Bitesize and Own It. The BBC has had an online presence supporting its TV and radio programmes and web-only initiatives since April 1994, but did not launch officially until 28 April 1997, following government approval to fund it by TV licence fee revenue as a service in its own right. Throughout its history, the online plans of the BBC have been subject to competition and complaint from its commercial rivals, which has resulted in various public consultations and government reviews to investigate their claims that its large presence and public funding distorts the UK market.

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Death of Fashion Photographer Oliviero Toscani at 82

Oliviero Toscani, the famed fashion photographer known for his impactful Benetton campaigns, died on January 13, 2025, at age 82 due to amyloidosis; his work, while often controversial, addressed social issues such as AIDS, racism, war, and capital punishment, leaving a lasting impact on the fashion...

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Walker to Join AC Milan

AC Milan is set to sign Manchester City's Kyle Walker on a two-and-a-half-year contract in the coming days, rejecting interest from other European clubs and Saudi Pro League teams.

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High-Risk Murderer Released Despite Parole Violations

Michael Bowen, convicted of murdering his wife Sandie Bowen in 1997, was released from prison in November 2024, despite being considered high-risk and having breached his parole twice, causing significant distress to his victim's daughter who learned of the release while departing for her honeymoon.

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Painter and Decorator Seeded 9th at World Indoor Bowls Championships

The World Indoor Bowls Championships, held at Potters Resort in Norfolk, started Friday, with 36-year-old 9th-seed Wayne Willgress, a self-employed painter and decorator, playing Darren Weir on Tuesday; the open singles winner receives £50,000.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Gaza Death Toll: Lancet Study Reveals Significant Underreporting

A Lancet study estimates that 64,260 Palestinians died from traumatic injuries in Gaza by June 30, 2024, significantly higher than the Hamas health ministry's reported 37,877 deaths, raising concerns about underreporting and access limitations for independent verification.

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Captured North Korean Soldiers Reveal Involvement in Ukraine War

Two wounded North Korean soldiers, captured by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk Oblast on January 9th, are in SBU custody in Kyiv, receiving medical care; their presence indicates North Korean involvement in the war.

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Bayindir's Heroics Secure Manchester United's FA Cup Win

Manchester United's reserve goalkeeper, Altay Bayindir, redeemed himself after a previous error by saving two penalties against Arsenal in their FA Cup match, securing a victory for his team despite being a man down during extra time.

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Leinster Edges La Rochelle in Tense Champions Cup Encounter

Leinster edged a hard-fought 16-14 win against La Rochelle at Stade Marcel Deflandre, securing their 12th straight victory and the top spot in Pool 2 of the Champions Cup; despite La Rochelle's strong first-half performance, a crucial try and penalties secured Leinster's win.

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Armagh Leisure Centre Death Prompts Underwater Swim Policy Change

Christopher Rogers, a 20-year-old lifeguard, died at Armagh's Orchard Leisure Centre in April 2017 after an underwater swim. Three lifeguards on duty face charges; a coroner cited lack of oxygen. A subsequent council policy now restricts underwater swimming to 15 meters.

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Molly-Mae's New Show, Love Island Returns, and One Direction Documentary Re-release

This week sees the release of Molly-Mae Hague's new reality show, "Molly-Mae: Behind It All," on Prime Video; Love Island: All Stars returns on ITV2 and ITVX; One Direction's documentary gets a cinema re-release; Mac Miller's album Balloonerism drops; and Pope Francis's autobiography, Hope, is publi...

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Captured North Korean Soldiers Reveal Evidence of Russia-DPRK Collaboration in Ukraine

Ukrainian forces captured two wounded North Korean soldiers in Russia"s Kursk Oblast on January 9th, providing evidence of North Korea"s participation in the war against Ukraine and revealing details about training and collaboration with Russia.

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Los Angeles Declares Health Emergency Amid Devastating Wildfires

Due to severe wildfires in Los Angeles, a health emergency has been declared due to hazardous air quality; over 144,000 people have been evacuated, 16 are dead, 13 are missing, and thousands of homes have been destroyed, causing $8 billion in damages.

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