BBC’s Focus On Africa Celebrates 60 Years on Air
The BBC's Focus On Africa, now both a radio and television programme on BBC World Service and World News celebrates 60 years on air.
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BBC Music to Broadcast Archive Reading & Leeds Festivals
BBC Music will celebrate the legacy of Reading and Leeds Festival with a weekend of live music and entertainment from Friday 28th August, when this year’s festival was due to take place.
Vick Hope Joins BBC Radio 1
From Sunday 6th September on BBC Radio 1, Vick Hope will join Katie Thistleton on Life Hacks (Sundays, 4-6pm), and The Official Chart: First Look (Sundays, 6-7pm), providing the earliest possible glance at the Official Singles Chart for the following week.
BBC’s Jamie Angus Calls for Access to Platforms like WhatsApp
The Director of the BBC World Service Group Jamie Angus has called on chat apps to open their platforms to trusted news sources like the BBC, as part of the global effort to counter misinformation during the global Covid-19 crisis.
Aled Haydn Jones Named as Head of BBC Radio 1
Aled Haydn Jones is the new Head of BBC Radio 1, bringing a wealth of experience to the role, having previously been a presenter on the network.
BBC Radio 1 to Celebrate 25 Years in Ibiza
BBC Radio 1 is joining with BBC Sounds to celebrate the stations' 25th year broadcasting from the Balearic island of Ibiza, synonymous with the global dance music scene.
BBC to Celebrate Sir Tom Jones’ 80th Birthday
BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio 2 are coming together to mark the 80th birthday of Sir Tom Jones, and celebrate the man and his music.
BBC to Mark 50th Anniversary of Glastonbury
At the time when the 50th anniversary of Glastonbury Festival was due to take place - Thursday 25 to Monday 29 June - the BBC will be bringing the spirit of Glastonbury to viewers and listeners at home.
BBC Radio 4 Names Kirsty Wark as New ‘The Reunion’ Host
Kirsty Wark has been named as the new presenter of Radio 4’s The Reunion, starting from August, whilst also continuing her presenting role on BBC Two's Newsnight.