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BBC Revives Grange Hill After 17-Year Hiatus

The BBC is developing a Grange Hill reboot focusing on contemporary youth issues like online trolling and trans rights. The new version will feel 'very different' from the original series that tackled AIDS and drug abuse.

Classic car fan crushed to death by Jaguar

A classic car enthusiast died in a horrific garage accident while working on his prized Jaguar XJS in Northamptonshire, sparking an HSE investigation into vehicle safety.

Lassie star June Lockhart dies aged 95

Celebrated actress June Lockhart, famous for her iconic role in Lassie and Lost in Space, has passed away peacefully at 95, leaving behind a remarkable Hollywood legacy spanning decades.

90s British TV series scores 95% on Rotten Tomatoes

A cult British series from the late 1990s has stunned critics by achieving a near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating, outperforming contemporary streaming giants and earning renewed appreciation from audiences.

Channel 5 shuts down nostalgic TV Time Tunnel

TV Time Tunnel, the cherished nostalgia channel broadcasting classic British television, is being pulled from the airwaves after five years in a major Channel 5 shake-up that has left viewers devastated.

BBC Film Club Sparks Nostalgia with Classic Movie Returns

The BBC's nostalgic Film Club initiative has viewers celebrating as classic favourites like The Goonies and Matilda make triumphant returns to television schedules, creating waves of excitement across social media platforms.

Why Classic TV Reboots Are Conquering British Television

From Gladiators to Doctor Who, reimagined classics are dominating UK ratings. Discover why these nostalgic reboots are the BBC and ITV's secret weapon for winning the Saturday night wars and capturing a new generation of fans.

ITV's 'Woke' Warning on Tommy Cooper Sparks Fury

ITV faces a backlash from viewers after placing a 'content warning' on a vintage Tommy Cooper compilation, with fans accusing the broadcaster of excessive political correctness and undermining classic British humour.

Rising Damp sitcom given 'discriminatory language' warning

The beloved 1970s sitcom 'Rising Damp' faces a modern reckoning as UKTV adds a trigger warning for its 'discriminatory language', igniting a fierce debate about historical context, comedy, and censorship in British television.

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