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BBC: World News & Stories

BBC: World News & Stories

Android BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
3.7 Popularity

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Updated
September 25, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Android
Android 7.0++
Package Name
bbc.mobile.news.ww

So here's my honest take on BBC: World News & Stories. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The variety of content is great - you've got everything from breaking news to in-depth features to audio podcasts. And the live coverage and radio streaming are nice touches too. But it's not without its issues - the UI can feel a bit cluttered at times, and the ads can get annoying if you don't pay. Overall though, it's a well-rounded app that delivers a lot of value for free.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of content - news, stories, videos, podcasts, live coverage
  • Free to use, no paywalls
  • Smooth performance and nice-looking design
  • Useful features like audio streaming and live updates
  • Good balance of breaking news and in-depth reporting

Cons

  • Can feel a bit cluttered and overwhelming at times
  • Ads can be intrusive if you don't want to pay
  • Some sections are better than others in terms of content depth
  • Occasional bugs or crashes
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Been using BBC: World News & Stories for a couple months now. It’s basically a news and stories app from the BBC, with live coverage, podcasts, and videos on all kinds of topics. Pretty solid app if you’re into keeping up with current events and global stories.

Here’s what you do: you can browse the latest news headlines, read in-depth articles, watch videos, and listen to podcasts. There’s also live coverage of breaking news and global sports, which is pretty cool. And the BBC audio section lets you stream live radio or listen to your favorite podcasts – took me a while to figure that out but it’s useful.

Look, if you’re into news and current affairs, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the app can get a bit cluttered at times – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you want a one-stop-shop for BBC content.

User Reviews

Stephen Ellerin October 24, 2025

Well engineered app, and easy to customize, so I get the news that interests me in an attractive format. Unfortunately, ads are getting increasingly obnoxious. They pop up mid-article, disrupting...

Derek Ong October 24, 2025

Not as good as the old version. The old version, you could select which genre of story interests you. For example, I love the BBC's reporting of Formula One, so...

A Google user October 24, 2025

Too much news in video format, without transcripts. But the biggest reason this gets a bad review is there are many articles that come up as 'There was a problem...

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