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BBC Legend Craig Rich, Solver of a 60s Mystery, Dies at 86

World

4 Dec, 2024

BBC Legend Craig Rich, Solver of a 60s Mystery, Dies at 86


The BBC has announced the passing of Craig Rich, its first regional weather forecaster, at the age of 86. Rich,...

Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland Shocks Bookmakers and Becomes New Favorite to Win

Entertainment

28 Sep, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing: Chris McCausland Shocks Bookmakers and Becomes New Favorite to Win


The countdown to the festive has begun. In other words, Strictly Come Dancing is back and will be gracing our...

Jermaine Jenas' Dog Interrupts Heartfelt Apology Video: Was It A Sign?

Entertainment

25 Sep, 2024

Jermaine Jenas' Dog Interrupts Heartfelt Apology Video: Was It A Sign?


Jermaine Jenas' attempt at contrition in a heartfelt video message to his followers on social media was interrupted by his...

BBC Newsreader's Hilarious Studio Dash Goes Viral: Watch the Moment She Runs to Her Desk

Entertainment

21 Sep, 2024

BBC Newsreader's Hilarious Studio Dash Goes Viral: Watch the Moment She Runs to Her Desk


A BBC London newsreader had to run across the studio when things didn't go to plan on the late evening...

Balamory Returns After 20 Years: Will it Spark a Tourism Boom on the Isle of Mull?

World

20 Sep, 2024

Balamory Returns After 20 Years: Will it Spark a Tourism Boom on the Isle of Mull?


The iconic children's television show Balamory is making a comeback after nearly two decades, rekindling memories for a generation and...

Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Bookies Predict First Elimination SHOCK as Paul Merson Struggles

Entertainment

20 Sep, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Bookies Predict First Elimination SHOCK as Paul Merson Struggles


The wait is finally over as this year’s Strictly Come Dancing celebrities have been put into their professional pairings. During...

Smoggie Queens: Michelle Visage, Charlotte Riley & Steph McGovern Join Middlesbrough Comedy

Entertainment

19 Sep, 2024

Smoggie Queens: Michelle Visage, Charlotte Riley & Steph McGovern Join Middlesbrough Comedy


Filming has wrapped on the brand new comedy set in Middlesbrough and today the supporting cast has been revealed for...

The Scotts Cancelled: Beloved BBC Sitcom Axed After Three Series

Entertainment

19 Sep, 2024

The Scotts Cancelled: Beloved BBC Sitcom Axed After Three Series


A POPULAR BBC comedy-drama has been cancelled after three series.  A fourth series was in the works, but all production...

Balamory Is Returning to TV Screens After 20 Years

Entertainment

17 Sep, 2024

Balamory Is Returning to TV Screens After 20 Years


It’s been almost 20 years since the pastel-hued houses in the picture-perfect harbour village of Balamory appeared on television screens....

JB Gill Hints at Strictly Come Dancing Partner: Is It This Pro Dancer?

Entertainment

13 Sep, 2024

JB Gill Hints at Strictly Come Dancing Partner: Is It This Pro Dancer?


JB Gill is amongst the famous faces who are set to take to the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor in the...

Repair Shop Presenter Jay Blades Charged with Controlling and Coercive Behavior: What We Know

World

13 Sep, 2024

Repair Shop Presenter Jay Blades Charged with Controlling and Coercive Behavior: What We Know


Jay Blades, the presenter of the BBC series The Repair Shop, has been charged with engaging in controlling and coercive...

The Split Spin-Off: BBC's 'The Split Up' Halted Indefinitely Just Weeks Before Filming

Entertainment

8 Sep, 2024

The Split Spin-Off: BBC's 'The Split Up' Halted Indefinitely Just Weeks Before Filming


A BBC spin-off legal drama has been halted in a shock U-turn just weeks before filming was due to take...

Former BBC Newsreader Kate Silverton Is Returning to TV With a New Parenting Show

Entertainment

7 Sep, 2024

Former BBC Newsreader Kate Silverton Is Returning to TV With a New Parenting Show


For years, she was reading out the headlines on the BBC news, now Kate Silverton has a breaking story about...

The Repair Shop Expert Richard Talman Says Goodbye to Series 10: 'It's a Wrap!'

Entertainment

29 Aug, 2024

The Repair Shop Expert Richard Talman Says Goodbye to Series 10: 'It's a Wrap!'


Richard Talman, the cherished expert from The Repair Shop, has shared a heartfelt goodbye to his colleagues as he announced...

The Repair Shop Expert Richard Talman Says Goodbye to Series 10 Filming

Entertainment

28 Aug, 2024

The Repair Shop Expert Richard Talman Says Goodbye to Series 10 Filming


Richard Talman, the beloved expert on The Repair Shop, has said an emotional goodbye to his colleagues as he wrapped...

Paddy McGuinness: From Boer War Hero to US President Connection - Who Do You Think You Are? Shocks Comedian

Entertainment

23 Aug, 2024

Paddy McGuinness: From Boer War Hero to US President Connection - Who Do You Think You Are? Shocks Comedian


What do Paddy McGuinness, William Churchill, Mahatma Gandhi and Joe Biden all have in common? The man himself would not...

Antiques Roadshow Expert Stunned by Rare Item Valued at £80,000: 'It's One of the Rarest Automatons Ever Known'

Entertainment

21 Aug, 2024

Antiques Roadshow Expert Stunned by Rare Item Valued at £80,000: 'It's One of the Rarest Automatons Ever Known'


An Antiques Roadshow guest was utterly astonished when his late father's remarkable historical piece was valued at a jaw-dropping tens...

BBC Olympics Pundit Michael Johnson Caught Eating Live On Air During Women's Long Jump

Entertainment

11 Aug, 2024

BBC Olympics Pundit Michael Johnson Caught Eating Live On Air During Women's Long Jump


Jessica Ennis-Hill was spotted hiding her fan with viewers saying the BBC studio lights were "burning" the Olympics pundit. The...

Strictly Come Dancing 2024 Lineup Slammed As 'Worst Ever' Amidst Ongoing Scandals - Is It All About The Money?

Entertainment

10 Aug, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing 2024 Lineup Slammed As 'Worst Ever' Amidst Ongoing Scandals - Is It All About The Money?


Strictly Come Dancing fans have furiously slammed this year's lineup as 'the worst to ever exist', after the latest two...

Escape to the Country: Buyer Left Shaking After Spicy Chilli Challenge

Entertainment

2 Aug, 2024

Escape to the Country: Buyer Left Shaking After Spicy Chilli Challenge


On Wednesday’s episode of Escape to the Country, expert Margherita Taylor decided to take a bit of a detour during...

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