Stop dating R, don't ask S out. She's moved on, you missed your chance.

I think you're missing the point.

Depends on your SO.

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True, except most of their money doesn't go into the pockets of shareholders, which is a significant difference than, say, fox.

Opening ceremony isn't necessary part of the games. It's the games they report on. Plus, they're public remit does place them in an awkward position. Plenty of people would prefer tax payer money wasn't spent on promoting Qatar, but they'd be damned by football fanatics if they didn't. Not showing the ceremony is a compromise. Its a nod to taking a stand without withholding actual sports coverage.

BBC doesn't make money. It's a public service station funded through the TV licence.

However, they do have a remit to report on anything of public interest to the British people, and yes, that means they cover major sports events. Particularly football, as its probably the biggest sport in the UK.