13 h. ago Tom Grennan stuns Radio 1 Big Weekend crowd with four huge guests including Spice Girl

Pop star Tom Grennan already won over the BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend crowd with his impressive vocals, but decided to call upon his famous friends to join him on stage

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15 h. ago BBC workmen ripped apart Steve Wright’s old studio in week he died, Jeremy Vine reveals

BBC Radio 2 presenter Jeremy Vine told how workmen ripped apart Steve Wright’s old studio and showed lack of compassion to older staff members

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16 h. ago The Guardian view on the BBC World Service: a boon to the UK, as well as audiences elsewhere | Editorial

Britain would benefit from pledging more sustained and committed support in this age of disinformation and global turmoilTwo years ago, BBC Arabic radio left the airwaves after decades. Soon afterwards, Russia’s Sputnik service began broadcasting on the frequency left vacant in Lebanon. That detail illuminates a larger picture. China, Russia and others see global-facing media as central to their global ambitions and are investing accordingly – pumping out propaganda to muddle or drown out objective, independently minded journalism. These outlets are state-controlled as well as state-owned.Meanwhile, conspiracy theories and disinformation proliferate online, attacks on press freedom intensify and the Trump administration is dismantling media organisations including Voice of America and Radio Free Asia (RFA), which have been essential sources of information for audiences under repressive regimes. Official Chinese media were gleeful at what RFA’s president, Bay Fang, cal...

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18 h. ago Vernon Kay says new family arrival was 'vetoed' by Tess Daly and daughters

In a recent broadcast of his BBC Radio 2 show, Vernon Kay explained how his family outvoted him "three to one" when he suggested they take on some new additions

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20 h. ago Tom Grennan makes huge announcement hours before BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend set

Tom Grennan has shared some rather important news with his social media followers just before he's due to headline BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Liverpool

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24 h. ago BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend Liverpool 2025: Line up, drinks prices and weather

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is back and is this year taking place in Liverpool's Sefton Park and will see some of the biggest names in music performing – here's what you need to know

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41 h. ago Liverpool road closures in place during BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2025 at Sefton Park

The BBC Big Weekend is taking place this weekend

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42 h. ago Are there age restrictions at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2025 at Sefton Park

Around 100 artists from across the music industry are taking to the stage at Sefton Park this weekend

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43 h. ago BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2025 at Liverpool Sefton Park capacity and venue map

The three-day festival is taking place this weekend

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47 h. ago Vernon Kay shares 'honest' verdict on King Charles and Royal Family after Palace meeting

A BBC Radio 2 listener recently messaged Vernon to share their fears of being the "country bumpkin" at a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, but the host had some words of encouragement

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51 h. ago BBC star who was once 'male TV personality of the year' dies at home

Author, cartoonist, musician and television star Barry Fantoni has died at the age of 85, it has been confirmed. The BBC star died of a heart attack at his home in Italy

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67 h. ago BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty branded 'wicked' over decision not to have children

BBC Breakfast and Radio 5 Live host Naga Munchetty opened up about the reasons why she and her long-term husband James Haggar have ruled out having children

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68 h. ago Vernon Kay left mortified after seeing ‘a whole different side’ to Claudia Winkleman

Vernon Kay and his wife Tess Daly have developed a close friendship with Claudia Winkleman over the years, but the BBC Radio 2 host was taken aback by a resurfaced clip featuring The Traitors host

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3 d. ago Why did Zoe Ball quit BBC Radio 2 in the first place and why is she back?

The star says she is “back to where it all began” as she returned to the station

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3 d. ago BBC Radio 2's Vernon Kay halts show after family discussion sparks tears

BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay grew concerned about his colleague live on his show, following a discussion about sentimental items they have respectively kept over the years

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3 d. ago Pregnant Vick Hope seen for the first time since confirming she is expecting her first child with husband Calvin Harris

Vick Hope was pictured for the first time since confirming she is expecting her first child with her husband Calvin Harris live on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime show.

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4 d. ago BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend line up including Jorja Smith, Biffy Clyro and Blossoms

The three-day festival is taking place in Liverpool this weekend

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4 d. ago BBC Radio 1 star confirms 'final week' as she addresses happy pregnancy news for first time

Vick Hope shared her and her famous DJ husband's news on-air during her Radio 1 show

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4 d. ago Pregnant Vick Hope CONFIRMS she is expecting her first child with husband Calvin Harris as she announces news live on air and shares bump snaps

Vick Hope has announced she is expecting her first child with her husband Calvin Harris live on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime show.

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4 d. ago Pregnant Vick Hope CONFIRMS she is expecting her first child with husband Calvin Harris as she announces news live on air ahead of maternity leave  and shares baby bump snaps

Vick Hope has announced she is expecting her first child with her husband Calvin Harris live on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime show.

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