BBC Determines Presenter “Broke Impartiality Rules” During Discussion On Transwomen Chess Players

EXCLUSIVE: BBC presenters have been told to challenge guests who accuse others of transphobia after the broadcaster admitted that news items on JK Rowling fell short of its editorial standards. 

The Kate Middleton crisis continues to unravel breathlessly in the UK.

BBC News presenter Annita McVeigh - who was taken off air for an entire year in 2023 - has made a return to screens today, much to the delight of fans.

Naman Ramachandran U.K. media regulator Ofcom has found that five programs on the GB News channel featuring politicians as news presenters broke broadcasting due impartiality rules. The investigation, which was launched last year, concluded that two episodes of “Jacob Rees-Mogg’s State of the Nation,” hosted by the titular politician; two episodes of “Friday Morning With Esther and Phil,” featuring Esther McVey and Philip Davies; and one episode of “Saturday Morning With Esther and Phil,” broadcast during May and June 2023, failed to comply with Rules 5.1 and 5.3 of the Broadcasting Code.

BBC Breakfast viewers were not impressed with the show's travel segment on Saturday, 16 March. The programme, hosted by Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt, showed an "extraordinary image" of no traffic on the M25 today. A five-mile stretch of the motorway between Junctions 10 and 11 in Surrey is closed this weekend.The closure started at 9pm yesterday and will last until 6am on Monday.

BBC Morning Live's beloved presenter Rav Wilding, 46, left viewers in awe as he showcased an impressive body transformation, flaunting a chiselled physique that defied his age. The seasoned TV personality recently made headlines not just for his on-screen prowess but also for his remarkable journey towards fitness and wellness. Rav took to Instagram, shared a candid glimpse into his fitness journey, showcasing before-and-after photos that left followers astounded.

In a poignant ceremony filled with tears and fond memories, family members and friends bid their final farewell to the late BBC Scotland presenter, Nick Sheridan, as he was laid to rest in his native Ireland. The funeral mass, held at St Ibar's Church in Wexford, paid tribute to Nick's vibrant life and impactful career. Mourners gathered to honour the beloved broadcaster, whose wicker coffin was adorned with a colourful wreath and framed pictures capturing cherished moments from his youth.

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay took a cheeky swipe at Morning Live host Gethin Jones about his outfit. On Wednesday (13 March) Gethin appeared wearing a stripy jumper. Gethin and his co-host Kym Walsh were on the show to share what was coming up on Morning Live at 9:30.They shared that they would be chatting with Radio 1's Mollie King about her big bike ride for Red Nose Day.

The Smile headlined the third night of the BBC 6 Music Festival last night (March 9), alongside the London Contemporary Orchestra – check out the video below. The COVID-formed, loose experimental band, comprised of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood, alongside Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner, played a lengthy set at Manchester’s O2 Victoria Warehouse, the main body of which saw them joined by the classical orchestra.

Viewers watching the first semi-final of Gladiators on TV tonight have been saying the same thing about one event despite a change to the rules.

BBC presenter Nick Sherdian died suddenly from a brain aneurysm, it has been reported. who suddenly died has been revealed. Friends, family and and colleagues were left heartbroken at the shock passing of BBC Scotland presenter at the age of just 32.

The sudden and tragic passing of BBC presenter Nick Sheridan has left the broadcasting world in shock and mourning. At just 32 years old, his final social media posts now serve as poignant reminders of his impact and legacy. Nick's last Instagram updates revealed a man committed to his craft and community.

J. Kim Murphy President Biden included a nod to a rising issue in the entertainment and tech industries during his State of the Union address Thursday evening, calling for a ban on AI voice impersonations. “Here at home, I have signed over 400 bipartisan bills.

Zoe Ball has been confirmed to be returning to her role on BBC Radio 2, after she left fans concerned for her wellbeing when she pulled out of her recent morning slot. The star's co-worker Gaby Roslin has shared an update on the presenter following a devastating development in her family as she announced her mum is battling cancer. Morning Live host Gaby, 59, addressed 53 year old Zoe's state of mind and whether or not she was planning to come back to helm the radio programme.The star clarified that Zoe's priority is to be with her mum when she needs her, so will come back to host as and when she can.

Nick Sheridan - a popular BBC presenter - tragically passed away at the age of 32 after collapsing during a run.

BBC presenter Nick Sheridan has tragically passed away at the age of 32, following a short illness. His death was announced by the BBC on Thursday morning and it has since been reported the TV presenter collapsed while out running and died shortly after, surrounded by his family. He is suspected to have suffered an aneurysm during his run.

BBC Scotland announced that presenter Nick Sheridan has sadly passed away at aged 32, and friends and colleagues have paid tribute to the "brightest human being". In a statement made today (March 7), Head of News and Current Affairs Gary Smith said: "Nick has been a wonderful colleague. He was a hugely talented journalist, presenter and author – and one of those rare people who light up the lives of everyone around them.

TV presenter Dan Wootton has left GB News after media watchdog Ofcom found comments made on his show by Laurence Fox about a female journalist breaking broadcasting rules.

The “asymmetric” nature of the Israel-Hamas War has made it a difficult story to cover impartially, one of the most senior BBC News execs has said.

Ellise Shafer UPDATE: Actor turned right-wing political activist Laurence Fox‘s misogynistic rant on episode of “Dan Wootton Tonight” on U.K. channel GB News has fallen afoul of media regulator Ofcom. Comments made during the program by Fox targeting female political journalist, Ava Evans, prompted 8,867 complaints to Ofcom with viewers expressing concerns that his remarks were sexist, misogynistic and offensive.