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Richard Askam
Verified
Sports Presenter, BBC
Preston
Beats
culture, cats, language film, feminism,Food people., travel, arts society, philosophy, music drink (especially wine)
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Content
By Richard Askam Verified| BBC Verified Oldham have a long and proud history, and the area has long been a hotspot for rugby league. The club were founder members of the rugby league in 1895 and the Super League in 1996. They famously reached four Challenge Cup finals in a row in the 1920s, winning two of them, as well as lifting the League Championship trophy in 1955. In recent decades, the club's loyal fans have been starved of major success
By Richard Askam Verified| BBC Verified Joseph Loake: Young racing driver hopes to emulate Button and CoulthardFamily handoutJoseph Loake says Formula 1 is "the goal and the dream"A young racing driver is hoping to emulate David Coulthard and Jensen Button after winning the prestigious young driver of the year award. Joseph Loake, 18, from Macclesfield, has netted £200,000 and a test drive in a Formula 1 car for the accolade previously won by Coulthard and Button
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922