USPTO serial 75983615
WORLD SERVICE
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Oct 21, 2008
- Examiner
- GAYNOR, BARBARA ANNE
- Law office
- GENERIC WEB UPDATE
What this means
Status 800 means the registration was renewed after acceptable combined Section 8 and Section 9 filings. The mark remains registered for another 10-year term with active federal protection. Calendar the next Section 8 and 9 deadline in 10 years and maintain monitoring.
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Owner
THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION
LONDON, GB
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THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION
LONDON W1A 1AA, GB
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THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION
LONDON W1A 1AA, GB
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Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Lynn M. Jordan
Lynn M. Jordan KELLY IP, LLP1150 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 600Washington, DC 20036United StatesGoods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 009 | [ Electrical and electronic apparatus and instruments, namely, computers; computer peripherals; communications apparatus, namely, radios; and telephones; (( sound, video and data recording and reproducing apparatus, namely, audio cassette recorders and players; )) CD players and video cassette recorders; word processing apparatus and instruments, namely, dedicated word processors; amusement apparatus, namely, touch pads for use with a television screen or video monitor; computer game software and remote controllers for use with a television screen or a video monitor; computer software for use in word processing; computer game software; video game software; computer game cartridges for use with electronic game apparatus; ] prerecorded sound and video recordings featuring music [ ; cinematographic and photographic films featuring music and musical entertainment; sunglasses; prerecorded phonograph records, compact discs, audio tapes, video cassettes, magnetic cartridges, sound cards all featuring music and musical entertainment; computer game equipment containing memory devices namely, discs; electrically, magnetically or optically recorded data for computers featuring news, entertainment and music; (( interactive compact discs and CD-ROMs featuring music, entertainment and information about instruction, education, sports, and news; computer mouse mats and mouse pads for use with computers; parts for all of the aforesaid goods )) ] | ACTIVE | — |
| 016 | [ Art paper, typing paper and computer paper; ] printed publications, namely, [ books, pamphlets, ] printed guides [, catalogs, ] and programs featuring entertainment, information about news, sports, recreational activities, [ cooking and ] educational materials; [ * printed publications, namely, books, pamphlets, printed guides, catalogs, and programs featuring entertainment, information about news, sports, recreational activities, cooking and educational materials * ; a series of non-fiction books featuring biographies, history and science booklets featuring financial information, history and technical information; magazines featuring personalities and matters of current interest; newspapers of general circulation; ] printed guides with the schedules of broadcast radio and television programs; [ paper bags; pamphlets featuring fictional characters and financial information; brochures about travel; newsletters about regions of the world; news bulletins; ] printed programs in relation to broadcast radio and television programs; stationery; [ artist materials, namely, paint brushes and pencils; instructional and teaching materials, namely, books, work books in the field of current events, geography, history, cultures and language teaching; flash cards; ] writing instruments [ ; pens; pencils; crayons; drafting rulers and drawing rulers; pencil sharpeners; pencil boxes; pencil cases; pencil holders; posters; photographic prints; photograph albums; binders; multi-ring binders; folders; note books; notepads; (( diaries; )) calendars; postcards; greeting cards; graphic drawings; (( stickers )); iron-on transfers; stencils; ordinary playing cards; passport cases and checkbook cases; parts for the aforesaid goods ] | ACTIVE | — |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 15, 2026 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Apr 15, 2026 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jun 15, 2022 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Jun 15, 2022 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Jun 15, 2022 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Feb 22, 2020 | NA89 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED | — |
| Feb 22, 2020 | RNL1 | REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS) | The trademark registration was renewed for another 10-year term after acceptable maintenance filings. RNL1, RNL2, and RNL3 indicate which renewal cycle (first, second, or third 10-year term) was recorded. The registration remains active. |
| Feb 22, 2020 | 89AG | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED | The USPTO accepted your combined Section 8 declaration and Section 9 renewal application. The registration is renewed for another 10-year term. The next combined maintenance filing will be due at the following 10-year anniversary. |
| Feb 20, 2020 | EROP | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED | — |
| Sep 15, 2019 | PR89 | POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9 | — |
| Sep 12, 2019 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Sep 12, 2019 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Sep 12, 2019 | EROP | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 10, 2019 | PR89 | POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9 | — |
| Apr 9, 2019 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Apr 2, 2019 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Aug 14, 2018 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Oct 21, 2017 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| May 27, 2015 | NA15 | SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - E-MAILED | — |
| May 27, 2015 | NAS8 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED | — |
| May 27, 2015 | 8.OK | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED | The USPTO accepted your Section 8 declaration showing the mark is still in use in commerce (or excusable nonuse). This satisfies the six-year maintenance requirement and keeps the registration active until the next renewal deadline. |
| May 27, 2015 | 15AK | REGISTERED - SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGED | — |
| Apr 10, 2015 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Apr 9, 2015 | E15R | TEAS SECTION 15 RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 9, 2015 | ES8R | TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED | — |
| Feb 24, 2015 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Oct 21, 2008 | R.PR | REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER | Your trademark is registered on the Principal Register — the strongest form of federal trademark protection. You may use the ® symbol for the covered goods and services. Maintenance filings (Section 8 and renewals) are required to keep the registration alive. |
| Sep 11, 2008 | DP1B | 1(B) BASIS DELETED; PROCEED TO REGISTRATION | — |
| Sep 11, 2008 | AITU | CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL | — |
| Sep 2, 2008 | IUCN | NOTICE OF ALLOWANCE CANCELLED | — |
| Sep 2, 2008 | PARI | TEAS VOLUNTARY AMENDMENT RECEIVED | — |
| Aug 14, 2008 | EX1G | SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED | — |
| Aug 14, 2008 | EXT1 | SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED | — |
| Aug 14, 2008 | EEXT | SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED | The applicant requested more time to file a Statement of Use before the Notice of Allowance deadline. Each extension typically adds six months. A limited number of extensions are available for intent-to-use applications not yet in use. |
| Feb 19, 2008 | NOAM | NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT | A Notice of Allowance means your intent-to-use application cleared examination and opposition but is not registered yet. You must file a Statement of Use showing the mark in commerce, or request an extension, before the deadline — usually six months from the notice date. |
| Nov 27, 2007 | PUBO | PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION | Your mark was published in the USPTO Official Gazette for a 30-day opposition window. During that period, third parties who believe they would be harmed can file an opposition. If no opposition is filed, prosecution usually continues toward registration or a Notice of Allowance. |
| Nov 7, 2007 | NPUB | NOTICE OF PUBLICATION | — |
| Oct 23, 2007 | PREV | LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED | — |
| Oct 23, 2007 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Sep 22, 2007 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Sep 17, 2007 | CFIT | CASE FILE IN TICRS | — |
| Sep 11, 2007 | MNDA | NOTICE OF DIVIDED TRADEMARK APPLICATION MAILED | — |
| Sep 5, 2007 | DPCC | DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| Jul 26, 2007 | ACEC | AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED | — |
| Jul 26, 2007 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jul 25, 2007 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Jul 19, 2007 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Jul 19, 2007 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jul 16, 2007 | DRRR | DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED | — |
| Jul 16, 2007 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Jul 16, 2007 | TROA | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Jul 12, 2007 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Jul 12, 2007 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 18, 2007 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Jan 17, 2007 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Dec 20, 2006 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Dec 20, 2006 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Dec 20, 2006 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Nov 22, 2006 | TROA | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Oct 25, 2006 | NAUD | NOTICE OF UNRESPONSIVE AMENDMENT - MAILED | — |
| Oct 24, 2006 | NAUD | REPORT UNRESPONSIVE AMENDMENT - COMPLETED | — |
| Aug 11, 2006 | ACEC | AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED | — |
| Jul 24, 2006 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jul 24, 2006 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Feb 14, 2006 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Jan 23, 2006 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Jan 22, 2006 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Dec 5, 2005 | ACEC | AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED | — |
| Oct 25, 2005 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Oct 25, 2005 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Apr 25, 2005 | CNFR | FINAL REFUSAL MAILED | A final Office Action (final refusal) means the examining attorney is maintaining at least one refusal and your options are narrower. You can file a response addressing the refusal, appeal to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or let the application abandon. |
| Apr 22, 2005 | CNFR | FINAL REFUSAL WRITTEN | A final Office Action (final refusal) means the examining attorney is maintaining at least one refusal and your options are narrower. You can file a response addressing the refusal, appeal to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or let the application abandon. |
| Dec 8, 2004 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| Dec 8, 2004 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| May 5, 2004 | CNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Oct 31, 2003 | CFIT | CASE FILE IN TICRS | — |
| Oct 17, 2003 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Oct 17, 2003 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Apr 23, 2003 | CNSI | INQUIRY AS TO SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Sep 20, 2002 | CNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Aug 8, 2002 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Aug 8, 2002 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Feb 12, 2002 | CNSI | INQUIRY AS TO SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Nov 14, 2001 | CNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Jul 6, 2001 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jan 8, 2001 | CNSI | INQUIRY AS TO SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Jul 6, 2000 | CNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION MAILED | — |
| Aug 25, 1999 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Feb 25, 1999 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Jun 26, 1998 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Apr 2, 1998 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Mar 26, 1998 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |