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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🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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County Tyrone Gold Mine Faces Public Inquiry

A public inquiry into Dalradian's controversial gold mine in County Tyrone's Sperrin Mountains begins next week, pitting promised economic benefits (1000 jobs, £5bn economic boost) against concerns about environmental damage and community division.

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28% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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🌐 65% Global Worthiness
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Sri Lankan Monk Jailed for Anti-Muslim Hate Speech

A Sri Lankan court sentenced hardline monk Galagodaatte Gnanasara to nine months in prison for 2016 remarks insulting Islam and inciting religious hatred; this is his second conviction for such crimes, highlighting a pattern of anti-Muslim rhetoric and violence.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 65% Global Worthiness
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Devon Rowing Teams Connect During Atlantic Race

Two Devon rowing teams, Mayflower Atlantic Challenge and Atlantic Sea Donkeys, participating in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, a 3,000-mile race from La Gomera to Antigua, connected via BBC Radio Devon, sharing humorous stories of flying fish encounters and mutual support.

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4% Bias Score

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🌐 65% Global Worthiness
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Laurie Holloway, Musical Director of Parkinson and Strictly Come Dancing, Dies at 86

Laurie Holloway, the renowned musical director for BBC shows like Parkinson and Strictly Come Dancing, died at 86 following a short illness; his career spanned decades, influencing British television and music.

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4% Bias Score

No Poverty
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Los Angeles Wildfires: Five Dead, Thousands Displaced

Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have resulted in at least five deaths, over 1,000 destroyed structures, and the displacement of 130,000 people, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds and drought conditions exacerbated by climate change.

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36% Bias Score

Climate Action
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Zaporizhzhia Missile Strike: High Civilian Casualties

A Russian missile strike on January 8th in downtown Zaporizhzhia killed at least 13 and injured 120 civilians near a tram stop during rush hour, highlighting the continued danger to civilians from Russia's use of air-dropped bombs in densely populated areas.

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40% Bias Score

No Poverty
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🌐 65% Global Worthiness
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Traitors Contestant Sacrifices Spot for Increased Prize Money

Jack Marriner Brown, a 24-year-old from Bridlington, sacrificed his place in the first episode of "The Traitors" to increase the prize pot to \$120,000, showcasing the show's dynamics of selflessness and strategic decision-making.

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32% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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🌐 65% Global Worthiness
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Belfast School Implements Phone Pouches to Boost Student Engagement

Victoria College Belfast is introducing magnetic pouches for its 900 students to store their phones during school hours, aiming to improve communication skills and reduce the negative impact of mobile phones on learning and well-being.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Northern Irish Teacher Unions Suspend Strike Action Amidst Pay Negotiations

Four Northern Irish teacher unions temporarily suspended planned industrial action to allow for negotiations on a 2024-25 pay deal, following a 5.5% pay rise for English teachers funded by an additional £1.2bn; the unions are prepared to resume action if talks fail within the four-week suspension pe...

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32% Bias Score

Quality Education
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Trump's Greenland Acquisition Suggestion Raises International Alarm

President-elect Trump's suggestion of acquiring Greenland, sparking alarm among European leaders and Russia, raises concerns about sovereignty and Arctic geopolitical stability, despite denials from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Trump's Greenland Acquisition Proposal Sparks International Tensions

President-elect Trump's suggestion to acquire Greenland from Denmark through economic or military force has prompted international concern, with Russia monitoring the situation closely due to its Arctic interests, while European leaders firmly rejected the proposal, emphasizing Greenland's sovereign...

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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🌐 90% Global Worthiness
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Harrods Racism Allegations: Former Staff Detail Systemic Discrimination Under Al Fayed

Former Harrods employees describe a systematic pattern of racism under Mohamed Al Fayed, where black staff left the sales floor before his visits, following five-minute warnings broadcast to security, illustrating a deeply ingrained culture of discrimination.

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality