# BBC: World News & Stories — Breaking News, Podcasts, Video

> Global news, stories, audio, video, and documentaries from the BBC. (iPhone/iPad app by BBC Studios Distribution Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-world-news-and-stories/id364147881 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/344138454)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 85,924 App Store ratings · 2,152 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 105 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-world-news-and-stories/id364147881/reviews.md

## What is BBC?

THE BBC APP: News, stories, audio, videos, documentaries and live coverage from our trusted global network of journalists.

BBC STORIES: The latest breaking news headlines, articles, podcasts and videos, including coverage of world News, UK News, elections, BBC Verify, BBC In-Depth and more. Stories and videos covering business, technology, health, culture, arts, travel, Earth, and more.

LIVE COVERAGE: Get live news and live global sport updates.

WATCH BBC NEWS: Live stream the BBC News channel for 24/7 world news coverage right from the app. 

BBC RADIO: Listen live to BBC World Service and Radio 4 while using the BBC app or background audio when switching to another app. Catch up on demand with some previously aired radio shows via the radio schedule page.

BBC PODCASTS: Listen to, save and follow on-demand podcasts such as The Global Story and World of Secrets. For offline listening, download episodes to your mobile device. Find current and past episodes from news, politics, culture, true, crime, history, science and sport. 

BBC VIDEOS: Watch BBC News videos, BBC Sport videos and video stories about climate, sustainability, science, health, technology, entertainment and history.

BREAKING NEWS ALERTS: Turn on breaking news notifications from BBC News. 

DOCUMENTARIES: Now you can watch on-demand documentaries right in your BBC app. Stream acclaimed series and films from the BBC and beyond, including history, true crime, royalty, natural history, biographies and global affairs. (In-app purchase required)


MORE FEATURES:
- Save articles, podcasts, and videos for later in app on BBC.com  
- Watch videos and listen to audio over cellular and wifi 
- Share articles, stories, podcasts, and videos to social platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp, and send via SMS and email
- Audio playback controls with sleep timer and live rewind
- Increase your font size for improved readability
- Dark mode available for a dark-background reading experience 
- Opt-in or opt-out of breaking news alerts

SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS:
A paid subscription includes unlimited access to:
- Stream BBC News Channel 
- Acclaimed documentaries 
- Binge-worthy early access podcast episodes 
- News, analysis and features 
- Access across all your devices

Access your subscription on devices where the BBC app is available and on BBC.com. Choose a monthly or yearly plan. Your subscription will auto-renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before renewal. You can manage your BBC subscription in the App Store. 

ADDITIONAL INFO:
If you choose to receive breaking news alerts, a unique identifier relating to your device will be stored by Airship on behalf of the BBC to provide you with the service. You can choose to unsubscribe from breaking news alerts from BBC in your device’s ‘Notifications’ screen.

Our data processor AppsFlyer collects information on behalf of the BBC for attribution and analysis purposes. You can opt out from AppsFlyer tracking by filling out their ‘Forget My Device’ form: https://www.appsflyer.com/optout

The BBC will keep your information secure and not share it with anyone else in accordance with the BBC’s Privacy and Cookies Policy. To read the BBC’s Privacy Policy go to: https://www.bbc.com/pages/privacy-policy

If you install this app you accept the BBC Terms of Use at: https://www.bbc.com/pages/terms-of-use

Subscription terms may apply: https://www.bbc.com/pages/subscription-terms

## Key features

- Breaking news headlines and articles
- Live global news and sport updates
- On-demand podcasts and radio shows
- Watch BBC News channel live stream
- Stream documentaries
- Save articles, podcasts, and videos
- Breaking news notifications

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Monthly Plan | $8.99 | per month |
| The Annual Plan | $89.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #32 in Top Free · News (US App Store)
- #16 in Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)
- #34 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)
- #24 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of BBC?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🗞️ Excellent news coverage
- 🌍 Global perspective on news
- 🗓️ Timely updates

**Cons**

- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 📢 Intrusive advertising
- 🐛 Buggy performance and crashes
- 🔙 Frustrating navigation (e.g., returning to top of list)
- 🤖 Perceived bias in news reporting

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Scrolling issues and content shifting
- Video playback problems
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Most requested features**

- Ability to customize news topics and sources
- Option to pay for ad-free experience
- Improved stability and responsiveness
- Enhanced navigation and bookmarking features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 2,152)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-world-news-and-stories/id364147881/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Subscription Based

*2026-08-23, version 2026.7.0*

They started charging. Unreal. Why does everything in life cost $14.99 a month now?

### 1/5 — Wtf?

*2026-08-23, version 2026.7.0*

Used to be able to read the news here. (With ads) now it’s pay or you can’t read so I’m done.

### 1/5 — Sadly it’s not free anymore

*2026-08-23, version 2026.7.0*

It’s very unfortunate that BBC decided to implement paid subscription for their US readers. I had to look elsewhere for reliable news source. Luckily, GroundNews is free.

### 5/5 — BBC punishes Canadian listeners

*2026-08-22, version 2026.7.0*

It’s completely unfair that Canadians must pay to listen to the BBC but not Australians, the French, other Europeans and listeners around the world. Americans too must pay but not as much as Canadians when currency is converted. Why does the BBC punish Canadians?

### 1/5 — content vs crash

*2026-08-22, version 2026.7.0*

excellent content, but unreadable because of repeated crashes

### 1/5 — Goodbye

*2026-08-22, version 2026.7.0*

You have to pay a subscription now?  No thank you. Goodbye BBC news.

### 1/5 — Subscription now compulsory

*2026-08-22, version 2026.7.0*

Used this app for years; now deleted since it enforces sign-up to a subscription service to view articles. On principle I will not sign up to read news I can readily get elsewhere for free.

### 1/5 — Cheap Trick

*2026-08-22, version 2026.7.0*

After years of service you now want me to subscribe. Sorry but my money is best spent elsewhere. Most disappointing

### 1/5 — I’m not mad, just Disappointed

*2026-08-21, version 2026.7.0*

I always believed BBC was better than the money grabbing tyrants of the United States but they’ve proven to be just that. 

Countless years I’ve been using BBC as a trusted news source in this age of misinformation. But in the summer of 2026 they’ve implemented a subscription service for Canadians and I’m appalled. So much for “Free Press”. 

If you’re looking to subscribe to a news outlet I highly recommend Ground News. They’re amazing when it comes to filtering news articles around the world to give the most accurate information.

### 1/5 — Have to pay to read now

*2026-08-20, version 2026.7.0*

For the first time in the decades I’ve used this app, it asked me to pay. The BBC gets funded by the British government and they want to double-dip by having people pay a subscription. It isn’t worth it as the quality of the stories and writing are not worth paying for; there is a political bias when you read certain articles which is unprofessional. And now they want me to pay for these bias outlooks? Nope.

## Frequently asked questions about BBC

### What kind of content does the BBC app offer?

The app provides breaking news headlines, in-depth articles, podcasts, videos, documentaries, and live coverage of global news and sports. You can access content on world news, UK news, business, technology, health, culture, arts, travel, and more.

### Can I watch live news on the app?

Yes, you can live stream the BBC News channel for 24/7 world news coverage directly within the app. This feature is included with a paid subscription.

### How much does the BBC app cost?

The app itself is free to download. However, a paid subscription is required for unlimited access to features like the live stream of the BBC News channel, documentaries, podcasts, and videos. You can choose a monthly or yearly plan.

### Is the app compatible with my device?

The application is available on devices where the BBC app is supported and can also be accessed on BBC.com. Specific device compatibility details are typically found in the app store listing.

### What are the main use cases for the BBC app?

Users can stay informed about global events with breaking news and in-depth stories, listen to podcasts and radio shows on the go, watch documentaries and news videos, and follow live sports updates. It's also useful for saving content for later reading or viewing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.7.0 — 2026-08-12

Performance updates and bug fixes.

### 2026.6.0 — 2026-07-21

Performance updates and bug fixes.

### 2026.5.0 — 2026-06-22

Performance updates and bug fixes.

### 2026.4.0 — 2026-06-04

Performance updates and bug fixes.

### 2026.3.1 — 2026-05-15

Performance updates and bug fixes.

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