fromwww.theargus.co.uk6 days agoTV Licence costs to rise again in April - how to claim a refund and get one freeThe BBC Licence Fee is increasing to £174.50 annually from April, with financial support options available for eligible households.
Eilis O'Hanlon: 'Is stealing a couple of bottles of whiskey really worthy of Crimecall?'Crimecall's inclusion of petty theft raises questions about its relevance.Theft of whiskey in Dungarvan may not warrant public attention.
Trump's threat to defund all US public media has NPR and PBS on the back footDonald Trump has consistently criticized US media and threatened funding cuts to public broadcasting organizations like NPR and PBS.
Trump's FCC chair investigates NPR and PBS, urges Congress to defund themFCC Chairman Brendan Carr has ordered an investigation into NPR and PBS for alleged violations related to commercial advertisements.Carr's actions have been criticized by Democrats as intimidation towards public media.
PBS Hits Back At Republican Attacks With Poll Showing 65 Percent Of Trump Voters Approve Of Its FundingPBS showcases strong bipartisan support despite Republican attacks, especially among Trump voters.Internal poll indicates high value of PBS's educational programming among the public.
The FCC is investigating NPR and PBSCarr is investigating NPR and PBS to potentially reduce government funding based on advertising practices.
House Speaker Mike Johnson in favor of defunding PBSHouse Speaker Mike Johnson supports defunding PBS and Planned Parenthood, foreshadowing potential budget cuts under a Republican-controlled Congress.
PBS shutters DEI officePBS closes its DEI office to comply with Trump's executive orders affecting diversity initiatives.
Trump's threat to defund all US public media has NPR and PBS on the back footDonald Trump has consistently criticized US media and threatened funding cuts to public broadcasting organizations like NPR and PBS.
Trump's FCC chair investigates NPR and PBS, urges Congress to defund themFCC Chairman Brendan Carr has ordered an investigation into NPR and PBS for alleged violations related to commercial advertisements.Carr's actions have been criticized by Democrats as intimidation towards public media.
PBS Hits Back At Republican Attacks With Poll Showing 65 Percent Of Trump Voters Approve Of Its FundingPBS showcases strong bipartisan support despite Republican attacks, especially among Trump voters.Internal poll indicates high value of PBS's educational programming among the public.
The FCC is investigating NPR and PBSCarr is investigating NPR and PBS to potentially reduce government funding based on advertising practices.
House Speaker Mike Johnson in favor of defunding PBSHouse Speaker Mike Johnson supports defunding PBS and Planned Parenthood, foreshadowing potential budget cuts under a Republican-controlled Congress.
PBS shutters DEI officePBS closes its DEI office to comply with Trump's executive orders affecting diversity initiatives.
FCC chief Brendan Carr's NPR probe shows way forward for our agitprop mediaFCC Chairman Brendan Carr is investigating NPR for violating federal rules against airing commercials, which may jeopardize its taxpayer funding.
Far-right AfD: How should German media deal with the party? DW 05/02/2024The German constitution guarantees press freedom and a diverse media landscape. Public broadcasters are funded by a license fee, while private outlets rely on sales and advertising revenue.
FCC chief Brendan Carr's NPR probe shows way forward for our agitprop mediaFCC Chairman Brendan Carr is investigating NPR for violating federal rules against airing commercials, which may jeopardize its taxpayer funding.
Far-right AfD: How should German media deal with the party? DW 05/02/2024The German constitution guarantees press freedom and a diverse media landscape. Public broadcasters are funded by a license fee, while private outlets rely on sales and advertising revenue.
Netflix users could have to pay BBC licence fee under new funding options'The Independent emphasizes the need for unbiased journalism and community support to disclose varied perspectives on pressing issues.
With months left in her tenure, CBC/Radio-Canada CEO says losing the broadcaster would be 'tragic' | CBC NewsDismantling CBC would be tragic; rebuilding trust among Canadians is essential for the public broadcaster's future.
Netflix users could have to pay BBC licence fee under new funding options'The Independent emphasizes the need for unbiased journalism and community support to disclose varied perspectives on pressing issues.
With months left in her tenure, CBC/Radio-Canada CEO says losing the broadcaster would be 'tragic' | CBC NewsDismantling CBC would be tragic; rebuilding trust among Canadians is essential for the public broadcaster's future.
Letter calls for BBC boss to rethink catastrophic' axing of drama on Radio 3The potential removal of drama programming from BBC Radio 3 signifies a critical moment for audio arts in the UK.Public outcry and petitions highlight the cultural significance of radio drama in British broadcasting.
Culture secretary rules out funding BBC from taxesThe BBC's future funding will not rely on general taxation or the current licence fee due to concerns over fairness and political influence.
TV licence fee to rise by 5 to 174.50 in 2025The cost of a TV licence will rise by £5 to £174.50 in 2025 while a government review of the BBC's funding model is underway.
Culture secretary rules out funding BBC from taxesThe BBC's future funding will not rely on general taxation or the current licence fee due to concerns over fairness and political influence.
TV licence fee to rise by 5 to 174.50 in 2025The cost of a TV licence will rise by £5 to £174.50 in 2025 while a government review of the BBC's funding model is underway.
German broadcaster WDR's orange mouse mascot 'kidnapped' DW 10/16/2024WDR's beloved character die Maus disappeared, replaced by a sign indicating a whimsical journey, sparking curiosity over its meaning and broader broadcasting issues.
Dutch broadcaster launches news bulletin in easy-to-understand languageNOS launched a news program in easy language for 2.5 million Dutch people struggling with literacy and language comprehension.
KQED to lay off up to 25 employees amid budget shortfallKQED, a public broadcasting station in the Bay Area, is set to lay off 18 to 25 employees due to budget shortfalls.
From subscriptions to adverts: readers discuss how BBC funding should changeThe BBC director general is considering a more progressive funding modelMixed opinions exist on how the BBC should be funded, with some endorsing the license fee and others proposing ad-based models or subscriptions.