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Sean Bean's Robin Hood: Gloriously Bad TV

The Guardian's scathing review declares Sean Bean's new Robin Hood adaptation the most spectacular television failure of 2025 - and surprisingly unmissable viewing.

Professor Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies

Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, whose pioneering work in African theatre transformed cultural understanding and educational practices across continents.

DJ Screw: Remembering The Hip-Hop Pioneer

The entertainment world mourns Floyd 'DJ Screw' Myers Jr, the pioneering Houston DJ who revolutionised hip-hop with his iconic slowed-down sound and left an indelible mark on music history.

Pharmacy Visionary Robert Wilkinson Dies at 86

Tributes pour in for pioneering pharmacist Robert Wilkinson, whose groundbreaking work revolutionised NHS patient care and established new standards for community pharmacy across Britain.

Dave Ball: Soft Cell's Unsung Synth Pioneer

New biography reveals how Dave Ball's experimental noise and technical genius shaped Soft Cell's iconic sound, moving him from 'bloke in the background' to electronic music visionary.

Chiefs pioneer Warren McVea dies aged 79

Warren McVea, the groundbreaking running back who became the first African-American player to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs, has died aged 79. Discover the legacy of this football pioneer.

The Death of UK Television's 9pm Slot

UK TV producers lament the decline of the traditional 9pm slot as streaming services and changing viewing habits revolutionise British television consumption.

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.

Sir John Gurdon: Cloning Pioneer Dies Aged 91

Nobel laureate Sir John Gurdon, whose revolutionary cloning work paved the way for Dolly the Sheep and stem cell research, has died aged 91. Discover how the schoolboy once told he'd 'never be a scientist' changed biology forever.

Stephen Graham's Boiling Point Stuns Viewers

The four-part BBC sequel to the hit film has been hailed as 'outstanding television' with Stephen Graham delivering a career-best performance that's already generating major award buzz.

Race Across the World hooks viewers with thrilling return

Channel 4's gripping travel competition Race Across the World returns with its most thrilling season yet, captivating audiences as pairs race across spectacular landscapes with limited budgets and no modern technology.

Aimee Lou Wood Shines in BBC's Film Club Drama

BBC's compelling new drama 'Film Club' features an outstanding performance by Aimee Lou Wood, exploring the complexities of friendship, mental health, and cinema's healing power in contemporary Britain.

Hollywood star secretly invented Wi-Fi technology

The astonishing true story of how a glamorous 1940s film icon co-invented technology that paved the way for modern Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS systems while maintaining her Hollywood career.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street Crossover Confirmed

ITV's legendary soaps Emmerdale and Coronation Street are set to make television history with their first-ever crossover episode, bringing Weatherfield and the Dales together in an unprecedented special.

Peaky Blinders: Two New Series Confirmed

The iconic Birmingham gangster drama Peaky Blinders will return for not one, but two brand new series, creator Steven Knight confirms. Discover what's next for the Shelby saga.

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