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News you can trust from the BBC
Access breaking news, live reporting, and in-depth analysis from BBC's award-winning journalists covering world events with editorial integrity.
BBC News is the official mobile application from Britain's respected news organization, providing comprehensive global and local news coverage through its extensive network of international journalists. The app delivers live breaking news, detailed reporting across multiple sectors including politics, business, technology, entertainment, and science.
With dedicated push notification alerts, customizable topic following, and seamless integration with BBC accounts, the app ensures users stay informed about developments that matter. The application offers UK location-specific news and weather alongside comprehensive world coverage.
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| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Breaking News Alerts | Standard notifications for major stories only | Priority alerts with expanded topic coverage |
| My News Customization | Follow up to 5 topics and save articles | Unlimited topics with advanced filtering options |
| Live Stream Access | Stream BBC News 24 with occasional pauses | Uninterrupted live stream without buffering |
| Local News Coverage | General UK news by region | Hyper-local news with detailed postcode targeting |
| Advertisements | Ads within article content and between stories | Completely advertisement-free experience |
| Offline Reading | Save articles for 7 days offline access | Unlimited offline storage for all saved articles |
Create or log into your BBC account within the app. Enter your UK postcode in account settings to enable location-specific news and weather. The app will automatically deliver local headlines and weather forecasts relevant to your area daily.
Yes, the app offers live streaming of BBC News 24, which broadcasts breaking news and coverage around the clock. Simply tap the live icon to stream directly from your phone. Users in US and Australia can also watch BBC News channel live streams.
BBC Verify is the BBC's fact-checking and analysis service within the app. It provides context around major stories, investigates claims, and debunks misinformation. Find Verify content clearly marked within news sections covering developing stories and viral claims.
Open the My News tab and tap 'Add Topics.' Select from suggested topics or search for specific interests like technology, health, or sports. The app will deliver headlines matching your selected topics to the My News section daily.
Yes, BBC News is available globally. Outside UK, you get international news coverage and access to BBC services. However, local news features are optimized for UK users with postcode-based customization available within the UK.
Yes, you can save articles by tapping the bookmark icon. Saved articles remain accessible for offline reading within the app without needing internet connection. Access your saved articles anytime from the app's reading list.
