Sir Michael Lyons on 6 Music
Sir Michael Lyons speaks to BBC News about the rejection of a proposal to close 6 Music.
6 Music welcomes Trust decision
The BBC Trust has rejected a plan to close the digital station 6 Music from planned closure. The decision was read out live on the network by DJ Lauren Laverne.
Turks threaten break with Israel
Turkey threatens for the first time to break diplomatic ties with Israel – hardening its stance over a raid on Gaza aid ships.
Iranian aircraft ‘refused fuel’
Iran accuses the UK, Germany and the UAE of refusing to refuel its passenger jets, days after tough new US sanctions.
Nigeria ‘drops team ban threat’
Nigeria’s president reportedly drops his threat to ban the national football team for two years after a poor World Cup campaign.
Giant oil skimmer tests unclear
Tests of a giant tanker refitted to scoop up oil spilled in the Gulf of Mexico prove inconclusive because of high seas.
Review backs climate panel report
A Dutch inquiry into the UN climate science panel backs its main findings, but calls for more transparency.
EU to end Sri Lankan trade deal
The European Union says it will withdraw Sri Lanka’s trade concessions after it failed to improve its human rights record.
China jails US man in ‘spy’ trial
A Chinese-born American geologist is sentenced to eight years’ in jail in China for stealing state secrets, prompting US “dismay”.
Ancient cosmic light revealed
Europe’s Planck space telescope produces its first full-sky image, a key step in its quest to decode the “oldest light” in the Universe.
Google acts to fix YouTube flaw
YouTube is targeted by hackers who used the site to bombard people with fake pop-up messages and redirect them to adult sites.
Tour de France: Chavanel wins dramatic stage
Frenchman Sylvain Chavanel braves the tricky wet conditions to win the second stage of the Tour de France and take the yellow jersey.
American Idols Live cancels at least one tour date, changes others
The day after the American Idols Live tour kicked off, some of the tour’s dates
American Idols Live cancels at least one tour date, changes others
The day after the American Idols Live tour kicked off, some of the tour’s dates
Carrie Prejean weds; does Lindsay have a new love?
Former Miss California USA Carrie Prejean married Oakland Raiders quarterback Kyle Boller Friday in San Diego.
Carrie Prejean weds; does Lindsay have a new love?
Former Miss California USA Carrie Prejean married Oakland Raiders quarterback Kyle Boller Friday in San Diego.
Alicia Keys unlocks pocket full of dreams at Essence Music Festival
Alicia Keys didn’t need a cadre of dancers or an arsenal of special visual effects to capture the hearts of the crowd at her headlining concert …
Alicia Keys unlocks pocket full of dreams at Essence Music Festival
Alicia Keys didn’t need a cadre of dancers or an arsenal of special visual effects to capture the hearts of the crowd at her headlining concert …
Will Angelina Jolie step out of the acting spotlight?
Like any working mom, Angelina Jolie juggles her career with raising her six children with partner Brad Pitt. And she’s been outspoken about …
Will Angelina Jolie step out of the acting spotlight?
Like any working mom, Angelina Jolie juggles her career with raising her six children with partner Brad Pitt. And she’s been outspoken about …
July 4 weekend TV: Fireworks, catfights and ‘Rebel Monkeys’
Staying indoors on Sunday? The TV will keep you plenty busy, with marathons of NCIS, Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, Star Wars and three different …
July 4 weekend TV: Fireworks, catfights and ‘Rebel Monkeys’
Staying indoors on Sunday? The TV will keep you plenty busy, with marathons of NCIS, Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, Star Wars and three different …
Pop Quiz: Week of June 28
Think you know celebrity and entertainment news? Test yourself with our weekly pop culture Pop Quiz.
Pop Quiz: Week of June 28
Think you know celebrity and entertainment news? Test yourself with our weekly pop culture Pop Quiz.
New on DVD: Percy, the Beav and ‘Hot Tub Time Machine’
Four DVDs make our critic’s platinum-picks list this week.
New on DVD: Percy, the Beav and ‘Hot Tub Time Machine’
Four DVDs make our critic’s platinum-picks list this week.
At Sun Valley Media Confab, Bright Moods May Not Mean Big Deals
As Rupert Murdoch, Bob Iger and other media honchos assemble in Sun Valley this week for some fly-fishing or white water rafting, spirits should be brighter than a year ago: stock prices are up by about a third, after all. Still, once they step off their private jets and settle in fireside, media chiefs may not be much in the mood for dealmaking, given jittery financial markets and fears the U.S. is heading into a double-dip recession.
At Sun Valley Media Confab, Bright Moods May Not Mean Big Deals
As Rupert Murdoch, Bob Iger and other media honchos assemble in Sun Valley this week for some fly-fishing or white water rafting, spirits should be brighter than a year ago: stock prices are up by about a third, after all. Still, once they step off their private jets and settle in fireside, media chiefs may not be much in the mood for dealmaking, given jittery financial markets and fears the U.S. is heading into a double-dip recession.
Opposition set to win Mexico poll
Exit polls in Mexico say the opposition has won most of the states up for election, amid high levels of drug-related violence.
Opposition set to win Mexico poll
Exit polls in Mexico say the opposition has won most of the states up for election, amid high levels of drug-related violence.
Petraeus assumes Afghan command
The new commander of US-led forces in Afghanistan, Gen David Petraeus, formally takes over the 130,000-strong force.
Petraeus assumes Afghan command
The new commander of US-led forces in Afghanistan, Gen David Petraeus, formally takes over the 130,000-strong force.
Giant skimmer tested on oil spill
A giant tanker refitted to scoop up oily water and clean it is being tested at the site of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
Giant skimmer tested on oil spill
A giant tanker refitted to scoop up oily water and clean it is being tested at the site of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
Lockerbie bomber advice defended
The Scottish government stands by advice on which it freed the Lockerbie bomber after claims he could live for 10 more years.
Lockerbie bomber advice defended
The Scottish government stands by advice on which it freed the Lockerbie bomber after claims he could live for 10 more years.
Cuban hunger striker ‘could die’
Cuban dissident hunger striker Guillermo Farinas is in danger of dying after refusing food since February, a doctor says.
Cuban hunger striker ‘could die’
Cuban dissident hunger striker Guillermo Farinas is in danger of dying after refusing food since February, a doctor says.
Obama backs giant solar project
The US is to give nearly $2bn in loan guarantees to green energy firms, creating one of the world’s biggest solar energy plants.
Lula pays tribute to African role
Brazil’s Lula hails Africa’s historic role and promises closer ties as he makes his final tour of the continent as president.
Obama backs giant solar project
The US is to give nearly $2bn in loan guarantees to green energy firms, creating one of the world’s biggest solar energy plants.
Lula pays tribute to African role
Brazil’s Lula hails Africa’s historic role and promises closer ties as he makes his final tour of the continent as president.
Biden urges Iraq parties to agree
US Vice-President Joe Biden urges Iraqi politicians to form a coalition soon, after months of government deadlock.
Biden urges Iraq parties to agree
US Vice-President Joe Biden urges Iraqi politicians to form a coalition soon, after months of government deadlock.