BBC Two eagerly searches for new Mastermind contestants

Google’s former Europe boss close to becoming next head of BBC, sources say

Appointment of Matt Brittin as director general would be latest sign of big tech’s power in media worldGoogle’s former Europe boss is closing in on becoming the BBC’s next director general, the Guardian has been told.Sources said that Matt Brittin, 57, is very advanced in the appointment process. Some insiders believe that, barring a last-minute development, he will succeed Tim Davie as the broadcaster’s next director general. Continue reading...

BBC Radio 1 DJ Greg James in Weymouth to kick off challenge

Excitement is building in Weymouth ahead of the highly-anticipated appearance of a Radio 1 DJ

‘The Traitors’ and ‘Celebrity Traitors’ Staying at BBC Until at Least 2030 Following Three-Year Deal

The traitors and the faithfuls aren’t going anywhere in the U.K. for the foreseeable. The BBC has secured the rights to the smash hit psychological reality series “The Traitors” and its even bigger smash hit spin-off “The Celebrity Traitors,” both made by Studio Lambert Scotland, in a new three-year deal keeping them on BBC One and iPlayer until at least 2030. “The Celebrity Traitors” debuted on BBC One and iPlayer in October 2025 and has be…

BBC Orders Elon Musk Sequel, Norma Percy Brexit & Anne Frank Series

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC is returning to the subject of Elon Musk, with a sequel documentary four years after 72 Films first profiled the tech billionaire. Musk: The Next Chapter (working title) follows on from 2022’s The Elon Musk Show, and will track his life since the tumultuous takeover of Twitter, now rebranded as X. This takes in his right-wing political agenda, public backing and falling out with President Donald Trump, and the latest in his …

Strictly professional 'very upset' after being 'axed' from popular BBC series

The next series of the popular BBC show is coming this year, but it will see huge changes, including new presenters and professionals leaving.

BBC Two eagerly searches for new Mastermind contestants

Mastermind is seeking UK contestants for its next BBC Two series. Apply by 8 May 2026 for your chance to take on the iconic quiz show's black chair.