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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Trump Confirms US Talks with Ukraine and Russia Amidst Zelensky's Optimism for Peace

President Trump confirmed ongoing talks between the US, Ukraine, and Russia to resolve the conflict, while his special envoy, Keith Kellogg, suggested the possibility of holding Ukrainian elections this year, even without a ceasefire; Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed optimism about nearing a p...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Reduced Sentence in Pınar Gültekin Murder Case Sparks Outrage

Cemal Metin Avcı, convicted of murdering Pınar Gültekin in July 2020, had his sentence reduced from aggravated life imprisonment to 23 years due to "unjustified provocation"; his brother and several others were acquitted, sparking widespread outrage and prompting government appeals.

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Thames Water Seeks £3bn Bailout to Avoid Nationalisation

Facing insolvency in four weeks, Thames Water seeks a £3bn emergency loan; failure risks nationalisation costing £2bn yearly, highlighting issues with regulation, shareholder practices, and aging infrastructure.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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Pakistani Family Wrongfully Accused of Drug Smuggling in Saudi Arabia

A Pakistani family of five was wrongly arrested in Saudi Arabia on drug smuggling charges after their luggage tag was switched at Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport; the family was later released, and nine suspects were arrested.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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U.S. Airstrikes Kill Numerous ISIS Operatives in Somalia

On Saturday, U.S. airstrikes targeted ISIS hideouts in Somalia's Cal-Miskaad mountains, killing numerous terrorists and destroying twelve sites, according to President Trump and Puntland officials, who expressed gratitude for international support.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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French Director Sentenced for Assaulting Actress Adèle Haenel

French film director Christophe Ruggia was sentenced to four years (two suspended) for sexually assaulting actress Adèle Haenel between ages 12-15, involving physical contact and manipulation, during and after filming his 2002 movie, "Les Diables". The court highlighted Ruggia's abuse of power and o...

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Gender Equality
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Hermoso Testifies Against Rubiales at Sexual Assault Trial

Jenni Hermoso testified at Luis Rubiales's trial in Madrid on February 13th, 2024, stating that his non-consensual kiss at the 2023 Women's World Cup deeply impacted her, leading to death threats and her relocation to Mexico; Rubiales denies the charges of sexual assault and coercion.

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Gender Equality
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Razi Institute at 100: From Cattle Plague to Global Health Impact

The Razi Institute, celebrating its 100th anniversary, initially eradicated cattle plague and locusts in Iran, then developed crucial vaccines (diphtheria, tetanus) and antivenom used even by the US military in Afghanistan, showcasing its global impact despite facing bureaucratic and funding challen...

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Zero Hunger
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Pro-Russian Battalion Leader Dies After Moscow Explosion

Armen Sargsyan, leader of the pro-Russian "Arbat" battalion, died in a Moscow hospital from injuries sustained in a Monday morning explosion near the Kremlin; he was wanted internationally for murder since 2014 and was allegedly linked to former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Amy Allen Wins First Grammy for Songwriter of the Year

Amy Allen won the 2025 Grammy for Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical, marking only the third year of the award's existence and highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of songwriters to the music industry.

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Gender Equality
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US Airstrikes in Somalia: Tactics, Casualties, and Long-Term Impacts

The US conducted 196 airstrikes in Somalia between 2017 and 2019, targeting Al-Shabaab and ISIS, using both deliberate and defensive strategies with varying intelligence gathering and approval processes, but with significant concern about civilian casualties.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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To Lam's Vision: A New Era for Vietnam's Development

In his 95th anniversary address for the Vietnamese Communist Party (VCP), General Secretary To Lam outlined a vision for Vietnam to become a high-income, developed socialist country by 2045, differing from his predecessor's more cautious approach, and emphasized streamlining the political system and...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth