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BBC's entire network of websites crashes after massive attack by hackers

Thousands of users complained on social media after being met an error message, saying there had been an "internal error" on one of the world's busiest news websites.

Dec 31, 2015, 20:46 PM IST

Antibiotic resistance putting 'super gonorrhea' at untreatability risk

All cases to date have been transmitted through heterosexual intercourse.

Dec 28, 2015, 09:54 AM IST

`Repugnant` Tyson Fury not welcome at awards ceremony

Fury has come under fire over his views on women and homosexuality.

Dec 09, 2015, 19:49 PM IST

BBC defends shortlist after Tyson Fury slur on women

Fury was heard saying in a video that a women's best place in the kitchen according to him.

Dec 04, 2015, 23:30 PM IST

BBC office in London evacuated after threat

According to various media reports, the BBC's offices in London, Great Portland Street were evacuated and the area cordoned off by the police.

Dec 01, 2015, 21:25 PM IST

World leaders to discuss climate at Paris meet

Delegates are in little doubt that the shadow cast over the French capital by the terror attacks of November 13 that killed 130 people will enhance the chances of a climate agreement.

Nov 29, 2015, 14:45 PM IST

Britain to boost world BBC funding for 'soft power'

In a statement the BBC welcomed the extra funding and said it would help enhance television in Africa, create new radio services for North Korean audiences, and provide radio and digital services for Ethiopia and Eritrea.

Nov 24, 2015, 03:14 AM IST

BBC man who popularised TV in Britain with coronation dies

As the man who oversaw coverage of the queen's coronation he was also responsible for a seminal moment in British broadcasting history.

Nov 22, 2015, 04:46 AM IST

BBC reveals 150 mn pound cuts to address shifting viewing habits

The BBC Wednesday outlined budget cuts of USD 228 million that threaten its sports coverage as it addresses a shortfall worsened by falling television ownership.

Nov 18, 2015, 20:52 PM IST

PM Modi faces questions on intolerance, Gujarat violence in UK

Western Media including BBC and The Guardian tries to corner PM Modi over Intolerance and Gujarat Riots. We Zee News asks why Western Media is intolerant about India.

Nov 13, 2015, 20:22 PM IST

BBC to showcase hour-long Adele special

An hour-long TV special, featuring Oscar-winner Adele, is in works by network BBC.

Oct 28, 2015, 12:28 PM IST

Processed meats do cause cancer: WHO

Processed meat is meat that has been modified to increase its shelf life or alter its taste - such as by smoking, curing or adding salt or preservatives.

Oct 26, 2015, 18:11 PM IST

Peter Capaldi signs for one more series of 'Doctor Who'

Peter Capaldi will be doing at least one more series of 'Doctor Who'

Oct 26, 2015, 10:36 AM IST

'Twilight'-inspired contact lenses prompt warning

Youngsters buying the lenses may wish to recreate the look of the Twilight films and Vampire Diaries TV show.

Oct 24, 2015, 18:26 PM IST

BBC announces it will cut more than 1,000 jobs

More people are watching programmes online, leading to a sharper than expected decline in the numbers paying the BBC licence fee levied on all households with a television, the British broadcaster said.

Jul 02, 2015, 17:03 PM IST

Ericsson wins 7-year managed services deal with BBC

Telecom gear maker Ericsson said on Tuesday it had won a tender for a seven-year playout services contract with British public broadcaster BBC for its television channels in Britain and BBC World News.

Jun 02, 2015, 14:40 PM IST

BBC News to cut 400 jobs in austerity drive

BBC News currently employs around 8,400 people, including around 5,000 journalists, the corporation said.

Jul 17, 2014, 15:48 PM IST