BBC website in US launches paid subscription service

The BBC has implemented a paywall for users in the United States, requiring a subscription of $49.99 annually or $8.99 monthly for access to most news stories and streaming services. Non-subscribers can still access ad-supported global news, BBC Radio 4, the World Service, and some podcasts, with BBC Studios CEO Rebecca Glashow calling it a “major milestone” for growth.

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The BBC is now asking people in the United States to pay money to read most of their news online and watch their news channel, but some news and shows will still be free to watch.

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