Over 800 cross Channel in record December day
A record 803 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on December 20, 2025, marking a major surge. The total for the year now stands at 41,455. Read the full analysis.
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Over 41,000 cross Channel in small boats in 2025
More than 41,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel in 2025 after 803 people made the journey in 13 dinghies this weekend. Read the latest figures and government response.
Migrants use trainers to bail out sinking Channel boat
Shocking footage reveals migrants using designer trainers to bail water from a sinking dinghy in the Channel. Over 500 attempt crossings on an 'extremely busy' day. Read the full report.
The Impossible: Tsunami Masterpiece Sobs Viewers on BBC
The 2012 film 'The Impossible', based on a true survival story from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, airs on BBC One. Featuring Ewan McGregor and a young Tom Holland.
French Police to Intercept UK Migrant Boats
French authorities will begin intercepting small boats carrying migrants across the English Channel following a UK plea. The new strategy aims to tackle the dangerous crossings that have seen over 39,000 arrivals this year.
Rescuing Christmas: 'One of the Best' Festive Films on TV
Channel 5 is airing 'Rescuing Christmas', the 2023 Hallmark film viewers are calling a festive winner. Discover why this romantic comedy has a 73% Rotten Tomatoes score.
Dad's Army 1971 Film: Free Watch on TV & Online
The 1971 'Dad's Army' film, based on the beloved British sitcom, is airing on Film4 and free to stream on Channel 4. Discover why this WWII comedy is a must-see.
French police use nets to stop Channel migrant boats
French police will deploy large nets to intercept small boats in the Channel, a controversial tactic warned could cause fatalities. Read the full report on the new UK-France migration strategy.
Desert Raves & Apocalypse in 'Sirāt' Film
Explore Oliver Laxe's acclaimed film 'Sirāt', a spiritual journey blending desert raves and climate anxiety. Spain's Oscar entry is a must-see cinematic event.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Iranian man returned to France after second boat crossing
An Iranian man who made his second dangerous small boat crossing of the English Channel has been returned to France under new UK-France returns agreement, raising questions about border policy effectiveness.
Samantha Armytage Joins Today Show in Major TV Move
Exclusive: Channel Seven's beloved former Sunrise host Samantha Armytage makes stunning return to television, joining Channel Nine's Today Show in bombshell career switch that's set to redefine morning television wars.
Channel 4 cancels The Bridge reality show
The reality competition series 'The Bridge' faces cancellation after failing to capture audience attention, marking another casualty in Channel 4's programming lineup.
Channel migrant crossings hit 4-day pause - longest in year
The English Channel has experienced its longest migrant-free period in over a year, with no crossings recorded for four consecutive days as the Home Office's intensified enforcement measures show early signs of impact.
Poltergeist's skeleton secret: they were real
Shocking revelations from the making of horror classic Poltergeist, where the terrifying props weren't props at all - and the cast had no idea.
BIFA 2025 Nominations: My Father's Shadow Leads Race
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
Channel crossings surge with 900 migrants in three days
New government figures reveal a significant increase in small boat crossings, with nearly 900 migrants reaching Kent in just three days amid ongoing policy challenges.
Peter Watkins: Revolutionary Film-Maker's Legacy
Discover how Peter Watkins, the visionary director behind 'Culloden' and 'The War Game', challenged conventional film-making and faced censorship for his radical approach to documentary cinema.
Starmer attacks government over Channel crossings crisis
Labour leader Keir Starmer launches scathing attack on government's handling of small boat crossings amid diplomatic tensions with France over new asylum policies.
Virgin Trains eyes Channel Tunnel return in rail comeback
Richard Branson's Virgin Trains could make a dramatic return to UK railways with plans to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, challenging Eurostar's long-standing monopoly on cross-channel rail travel.
Virgin's Eurostar Challenge: The Untold Channel Tunnel Bid
Exclusive look at how Virgin Trains nearly revolutionised cross-Channel travel with ambitious plans to compete directly with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel.
Virgin's Channel Tunnel Bid Challenges Eurostar Monopoly
Richard Branson's Virgin Group launches ambitious bid to operate cross-Channel train services, potentially breaking Eurostar's monopoly and creating new London-Paris travel options.
Virgin Trains' Channel Tunnel bid rejected by regulators
The Office of Rail and Road rejects Virgin Trains' application to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, dealing a significant setback to Richard Branson's rail ambitions between London and European destinations.
Hollywood Star's Secret Sci-Fi Film Stuns Industry
Exclusive: An acclaimed Hollywood actor secretly produces and stars in a breathtaking sci-fi short film that's taking the internet by storm with its stunning visuals and profound message.
Regretting You Film Review: Hoover Adaptation Disappoints
The Guardian's critical take on the cinematic adaptation of Colleen Hoover's beloved novel reveals why this emotional story struggles to translate effectively to film.
Shelby Oaks Review: Viral Horror Hits Big Screen
The YouTube sensation's long-awaited horror film Shelby Oaks delivers genuine scares and proves online buzz can translate to cinematic excellence in this found-footage nightmare.
Sydney Sweeney's Boxing Film 'Christy' Takes Critical Beating
As Sydney Sweeney's new boxing film 'Christy' faces brutal reviews, Brian Viner's analysis reveals the Euphoria star might be suffering from political backlash rather than delivering a poor performance. Discover why critics are divided on this biographica
Samantha Armytage Joins Today Show in Career Move
Exclusive: Channel Seven's beloved Sunrise presenter Samantha Armytage makes stunning return to television, joining Channel Nine's Today show in a major industry shake-up that's set to redefine morning television.
Channel migrant crossings surge despite Rwanda policy
Exclusive analysis reveals dramatic increase in small boat crossings despite government's Rwanda policy, with hundreds making the perilous journey in recent days.
Bigelow's AI Warhol Film Warns of Nuclear Peril
Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow unveils her revolutionary AI-powered Andy Warhol biopic exploring nuclear annihilation fears, marking a seismic shift in filmmaking technology.
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