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BBC sued by Trump as future funding model reviewed

The BBC is fighting a $10bn defamation lawsuit from Donald Trump while the UK government launches a review of its funding model. Explore the high-stakes legal battle and the broadcaster's uncertain future.

BBC Charter Review: Ministers Eye Permanent Status

The UK government is considering major reforms to the BBC's charter and funding, aiming to depoliticise its board and secure its long-term future. Explore the potential changes and what they mean for the broadcaster.

Trump sues BBC for $10bn as licence fee future debated

Donald Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama edit, as UK ministers publish a green paper on the future of the licence fee. Political leaders clash over the broadcaster's independence.

Six BBC funding options if licence fee is scrapped

As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.

Trump sues BBC for £7.5bn over edited speech

US President Donald Trump launches a massive £7.5 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, alleging a Panorama documentary maliciously edited his January 6 speech. Read the full details.

Farage Demands BBC Apology Over Racism Claims

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage demands an apology from the BBC over racism allegations, citing 'double standards'. He denies making racist comments 'with malice'. Read the full story.

Farage attacks BBC 'double standards' in racism row

Nigel Farage deflected allegations of schoolboy racism by demanding an apology from the BBC for its 1970s shows featuring blackface. The Reform UK leader clashed with journalists in a fiery press conference.

Crypto Donor Harborne Gives £9m to Reform UK

Exclusive: Christopher Harborne, the secretive crypto billionaire funding Nigel Farage's Reform UK, paid £27k for his Trump inauguration trip. Discover the source of his wealth and political influence.

Tice defends Farage, calls accusers liars

Reform UK's Richard Tice fiercely defended Nigel Farage against historical racism claims on BBC Radio 4, labelling former schoolmates' allegations as 'made-up twaddle'. Discover the fallout.

Reform UK gets £9m from ex-Brexit party donor

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has secured a £9 million cash donation from cryptocurrency investor Christopher Harborne, a key financial backer of the 2019 Brexit campaign. Discover the details and implications for UK political funding.

Record £9m Donation to Reform UK from Ex-Tory Donor

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has secured a historic £9 million donation from former Conservative supporter Christopher Harborne. Explore the implications for UK politics ahead of the 2026 elections.

Tice Defends Farage, Dismisses Racism Claims as Lies

Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice has dismissed allegations of Nigel Farage's racist and antisemitic behaviour at school as 'made-up twaddle', accusing critics of lying. Read the full confrontation on BBC's Today programme.

BBC Crisis: MPs Probe Prescott Memo Fallout

Senior BBC figures questioned over leaked memo that triggered leadership crisis. Explore the key revelations about bias claims, internal reviews, and the future of the broadcaster.

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