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Coronation Street icon diagnosed with cancer after discovering a lump

Coronation Street icon diagnosed with cancer after discovering a lump

An iconic character on the hugely popular ITV soap opera Coronation Street has been told he has cancer. Kevin Webster (played by Michael Le Vell)...

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Andrew Smart

Alan Carr reveals he's losing his sight and needs terrifying procedure

Alan Carr reveals he's losing his sight and needs terrifying procedure

Beloved comedian Alan Carr has revealed he's losing his sight and needs a terrifying procedure. The presenter, who is also the star of Amanda &...

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Brits threaten to boycott Netflix if this massive change is brought to the UK

Brits threaten to boycott Netflix if this massive change is brought to the UK

British Netflix users have threatened to cancel their subscriptions if a massive change, which has already been implemented in the United States and...

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Dragons' Den star tragically found dead as son leads tributes to 'kindest' man

Dragons' Den star tragically found dead as son leads tributes to 'kindest' man

Tributes have poured in after a Dragons' Den star was tragically found dead in a woodland area. Graeme Turner, who appeared on the show in 2010,...

26.01.2025 5

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Coronation Street boss quits show after 10 years amid cast 'exodus'

Coronation Street boss quits show after 10 years amid cast 'exodus'

A Coronation Street boss has quit the soap opera and is heading for a rival programme amid a so-called "exodus" of cast members. Lee Rayner, who...

18.01.2025 4

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'Ridiculous': EastEnders fans slam 'lazy' and 'terrible' writing on the show

'Ridiculous': EastEnders fans slam 'lazy' and 'terrible' writing on the show

EastEnders fans have slammed the creators of the popular BBC soap opera for some of the "laziest" writing seen in recent years. Viewers took to an...

17.01.2025 6

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Where is Dragons' Den filmed amid new series? Everything you need to know

Where is Dragons' Den filmed amid new series? Everything you need to know

With Dragons' Den back for another season, you may be wondering where the popular BBC show is filmed. The TV programme, which sees aspiring...

10.01.2025 3

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EastEnders fans slam 'awful' and 'disgustingly cringy' character romance

EastEnders fans slam 'awful' and 'disgustingly cringy' character romance

EastEnders viewers have slammed an "awful" and "disgustingly cringy" character romance on the popular BBC soap opera. A passionate fan took to a...

09.01.2025 3

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Viewers beg BBC bosses to renew 'bloody brilliant' show for second series

Viewers beg BBC bosses to renew 'bloody brilliant' show for second series

Viewers have begged BBC bosses to renew a "bloody brilliant" sitcom for a second series. Smoggie Queens, which recently aired on the public...

09.01.2025 4

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Vera star Brenda Blethyn shares huge backstage secret as show comes to an end

Vera star Brenda Blethyn has revealed a massive backstage secret as the show ends after 14 years. The long-running programme ended last week,...

08.01.2025 1

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Here is everything you need to know about the new Channel 4 show Patience

Many new shows are coming or have come to British screens this year, including Grantchester, Playing Nice and Patience. According to its summary,...

07.01.2025 5

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Who owns Ardross Castle from The Traitors and can I book a stay there?

The latest series of The Traitors is sure to have us on the edge of our seats as the Faithfuls attempt to keep their wits about them at Ardross...

30.12.2024 7

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Gavin and Stacey's Ruth Jones to reprise Nessa role for BBC Shipping Forecast

Gavin and Stacey's Ruth Jones is to reprise the role of Nessa for BBC Radio 4's Shipping Forecast as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. There...

29.12.2024 10

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EastEnders fans say show character is 'just annoying now' and call for her to go

Fans of the hugely popular BBC soap opera EastEnders have called on an important character to leave the show after becoming "annoying". Linda Carter...

12.12.2024 4

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The Chase star Anne Hegerty reveals 'brilliant' new role in upcoming sitcom

The Chase star Anne Hegerty has revealed she had a new role written for her in an upcoming sitcom. The quiz icon, who is also known as The...

12.12.2024 6

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The Chase star Anne Hegerty reveals 'brilliant' new role in upcoming sitcom

The Chase star Anne Hegerty has revealed she had a new role written for her in an upcoming sitcom. The quiz icon, who is also known as The...

12.12.2024 2

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'Exciting things have changed': Claudia Winkleman on new series of The Traitors

Claudia Winkleman has said that "exciting things have changed" for series three of The Traitors. The BBC programme will return on New Year’s...

11.12.2024 3

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BBC releases teaser images ahead of Gavin and Stacey Christmas finale

The BBC has shared several teaser images ahead of the last-ever episode of Gavin and Stacey. The comedy programme, which first aired all the way...

11.12.2024 4

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Gregg Wallace accusers hit out at 'middle-class women' comment

Those accusing Gregg Wallace of sexually harassing behaviour have hit out at the presenter over claims that complaints are coming from...

02.12.2024 3

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Transport Secretary Louise Haigh resigns after admitting phone theft 'mistake'

UK Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has resigned from her role in the government after admitting to a major "mistake" she made over a decade ago....

29.11.2024 3

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Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair 'devastated' by the death of John Prescott

Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair has said he is "devastated" by the death of John Prescott. The Labour figure died at the age of 86 and had...

21.11.2024 7

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Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86

Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has passed away at the age of 86 after a battle with Alzheimer's, his family has announced. The...

21.11.2024 6

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Tributes pour in for John Prescott after he dies at the age of 86

Tributes have poured in for the former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott following his death at the age of 86. The high-profile...

21.11.2024 7

South Wales Argus

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Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair 'devastated' by the death of John Prescott

Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair has said he is "devastated" by the death of John Prescott. The Labour figure died at the age of 86 and had...

21.11.2024 2

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Tributes pour in for John Prescott after his death at the age of 86

Tributes have poured in for the former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott following his death at the age of 86. The high-profile...

21.11.2024 5

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Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86

Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has passed away at the age of 86 after a battle with Alzheimer's, his family has announced. The...

21.11.2024 2

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Coronation Street star confirms exit and says final scenes have already aired

Coronation Street star Luana Santos has confirmed that she will be exiting the ITV soap and that her final scenes have already aired. Luana first...

13.11.2024 3

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Filming for series 7 of Line of Duty to begin next year for broadcast in 2026

Filming for the new series of Line of Duty is to begin next year ahead of a 2026 broadcast date. It has been reported that show stars Adrian...

05.11.2024 2

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You'll be shocked to learn that Only Fools and Horses wasn't filmed in London

Viewers will be shocked to learn that the popular BBC show Only Fools and Horses was not filmed in London. The beloved sitcom follows Peckham...

05.11.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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Two Strictly stars 'refuse to speak' to each other over backstage feud

Two professional dancers on Strictly Come Dancing are reportedly in a backstage feud and "refuse to speak" to each other. Carlos Gu and Nancy Xu...

04.11.2024 7

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James Corden hints at death of beloved icon in last Gavin and Stacey episode

Comedian and actor James Corden has hinted that a beloved Gavin and Stacey character will be killed off in the last episode of the BBC series....

03.11.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

Former The Verve frontman officially confirmed as Oasis support act for UK tour

Former The Verve frontman, Richard Ashcroft, has officially been confirmed as a support act for Oasis during their reunion tour. The singer, who...

22.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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All One Direction albums to re-enter the UK charts after Liam Payne's death

All of One Direction's studio albums are set to re-enter the UK charts after the death of former member Liam Payne last week. The 31-year-old...

22.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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The controversial Dad's Army episode that was banned for over 20 years

Dad's Army was a hugely popular show that aired from 1968 to 1977 and in that time has been no stranger to controversy. The BBC programme famously...

22.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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Britain's Got Talent auditions postponed following death of Liam Payne

Auditions for the new series of Britain's Got Talent have been postponed following the tragic death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne at...

17.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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Major Coronation Street star confirms show exit in emotional post

A major Coronation Street star has confirmed they will be exiting the popular ITV soap opera in an emotional post online. Well-known villain Joel...

17.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason reveals his 'only regret' in life

Only Fools and Horses and A Touch of Frost star Sir David Jason has revealed the "only regret" he has about his life and career. The beloved...

09.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

Nick Knowles pulls out of Strictly Come Dancing this week after injury

Nick Knowles will not perform on Strictly Come Dancing this week after "sustaining an injury during rehearsals". The BBC announced the unfortunate...

05.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

EastEnders star confirms she's pregnant with third baby in cute post

EastEnders star Lacey Turner, who is best-known for playing Stacey Slater on the BBC soap opera, has confirmed that she is pregnant with her third...

01.10.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

Phillip Schofield slams 'three s**ts' over This Morning 'betrayal'

Phillip Schofield has hit out at "three s**ts" who he blames for his TV downfall in a brand new Channel 5 documentary. The presenter, who shared his...

29.09.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

How much are the Strictly Come Dancing professionals paid?

Strictly Come Dancing is back on our screens for another year, seeing a whole host of new celebrities compete for the Glitterball Trophy. This year...

29.09.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

EastEnders icon lands role in beloved Netflix show alongside Bridgerton star

An EastEnders icon will star in season three of the beloved Netflix drama Heartstopper, six years after being 'axed' from the BBC soap opera....

23.09.2024 2

South Wales Argus

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EastEnders fans convinced of huge twist in the 40th anniversary episode

EastEnders fans have been left convinced that there will be a huge twist in the upcoming live episode of the show. The BBC programme will mark its...

18.09.2024 3

South Wales Argus

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EastEnders star hints at show return after 'dead' character revealed to be alive

EastEnders legend Joel Beckett has hinted at a permanent return to the popular BBC show after it was confirmed that his character Jake was alive...

15.09.2024 6

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

Kai Widdrington breaks silence after Strictly Come Dancing 'axe'

Kai Widdrington has broken his silence after being "axed" from the main line-up of the 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing. The professional...

14.09.2024 1

South Wales Argus

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Beloved Gavin and Stacey star to make finale appearance after more than a decade

A Gavin and Stacey fan-favourite is set to star in the final episode of the beloved BBC programme years after her last appearance. Sheridan Smith,...

10.09.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

Loose Women star praises 'hero' son after being rushed to hospital

A Loose Women star has praised her "hero" son after being rushed to hospital for extreme pain. Kéllé Bryan appeared on the daytime programme this...

21.08.2024 2

South Wales Argus

Andrew Smart

The hundreds of hidden channels you can watch on your TV for free

There are hundreds of hidden channels showing a range of popular shows, which you can access for free on most TVs. These internet-based channels...

20.08.2024 1

South Wales Argus

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EastEnders star rushed to hospital for broken bones after suffering 'nasty fall'

EastEnders actress Vicki Michelle has revealed she was rushed to hospital after suffering a "nasty fall". The actress, who is well-known for...

19.08.2024 1

South Wales Argus

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Only people with 20/20 eyesight can find the hidden banknote in this image

Are you able to find the hidden banknote in this image? Only those with 20/20 eyesight can pass this fun test in under 27 seconds. The image shows...

17.08.2024 2

The Oxford Times

Andrew Smart