3 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing 'suffers fresh scandal as BBC call in the police after external probe into show' just weeks before new series kicks off

Strictly Come Dancing has been hit with a fresh scandal just weeks before the new series kicks off.

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3 h. ago Raunchy period drama adapted from novel banned for 'steamy scenes' streaming now

The racy series was based on a controversial novel

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4 h. ago Loose Women faces another blow amidst ITV cuts and 'disappointing' change

The stars of Loose Women have reportedly been left 'disappointed' after they undergo a studio 'downgrade' after it was announced the show was being cut to 30 weeks

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5 h. ago ESPN drops Spike Lee’s docuseries on Colin Kaepernick, network and filmmaker say

Multi-part series on ex-NFL player who protested racial injustice will not continue over ‘creative differences’Director Spike Lee’s multi-part documentary series for ESPN Films about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who sparked a national debate when he protested racial injustice nearly a decade ago, will not be released, the filmmaker and ESPN said.“ESPN, Colin Kaepernick and Spike Lee have collectively decided to no longer proceed with this project as a result of certain creative differences,” ESPN said in a statement to Reuters on Saturday. “Despite not reaching finality, we appreciate all the hard work and collaboration that went into this film.” Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing 'hit with police probe as BBC call them in to investigate claims'

The BBC is said to have called in the Metropolitan Police after lawyers began an inquiry into the hit dance competition Strictly Come Dancing before the new series airs

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6 h. ago Islamophobia on the rise in Australia and majority of incidents are not reported, report says

Islamic Council of Victoria says many Muslims don’t report racist incidents because they fear not being taken seriouslyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Islamic Council of Victoria has reported an increase in Islamophobia, warning that the actual number of victims is likely far higher than reported.On Saturday, the council held its first conference on Islamophobia, with politicians, police, religious leaders and academics among those in attendance at the event in Melbourne. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago The moment I knew: crying over my ex, he comforted me without jealousy or judgment

In the early days of her new relationship, Natalie Murray was floored by news from her previous partner. Brent offered her comfort when she needed it mostFind more stories from The moment I knew series“There’s something I need to tell you,” said my new boyfriend, Brent. We were sitting on his leafy balcony in Sydney. His expression was grave, his skin pale – nothing like his usual relaxed, smiley self. He’d been hiding something from me and he’d finally decided to confess.My thoughts raced. He’s married. He has a kid. He’s moving to a small island in the South Pacific. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Iconic actor hated hit ITV role which he said was 'four and a half years of misery'

Actor Martin Shaw hated playing Doyle in The Professionals and was "miserable" throughout the years of filming and said that prior to taking the role, he was a "real actor".

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6 h. ago One Night on ITV: What's it about, full cast and where you've seen them before

UK viewers have had to wait a long time for the series that aired in Austrlia two years ago

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7 h. ago EastEnders' Balvinder Sopal in 'absolute awe' as she makes emotional Strictly admission

EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal, who plays Suki Panesar on the BBC One soap, has broken her silence after confirming she is set to take part in the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing

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7 h. ago EastEnders' Balvinder Sopal breaks silence as she makes Strictly Come Dancing admission

EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal has broken her silence after it was announced she would be taking part in the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing

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8 h. ago Amanda Holden 'suffers huge blow as hit TV show is AXED' after first series despite success ratings

Amanda Holden's Netflix show Cheat: Unfinished Business has reportedly been axed after just one series. 

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8 h. ago New BBC hit show gets second season after 'secret meeting' in 'clear sign'

Reality show Destination X is set to return for a second series after being a huge hit for the BBC, and they are planning to announce the news sometime later this month

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9 h. ago 'I played Hug, Marry, Avoid with Labour MP Dawn Butler and couldn't stop laughing'

The Mirror's new YouTube show Party Games sees familiar faces from across the political spectrum for a party like no other - with a series of games to tease out stories from MPs

Politics

9 h. ago England’s Shoaib Bashir unfazed by Nathan Lyon’s opinion ahead of Ashes series

The spinner is currently recovering from surgery on a finger.

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9 h. ago 'Outrageous' documentary streaming on Netflix guaranteed to make your 'jaw drop'

The series landed on the streaming service earlier this week

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9 h. ago Ruth Langsford reveals what's 'always on her mind' in emotional family update

The ITV star provided a candid insight into her mum's battle with Alzheimer's disease

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9 h. ago Last surviving Second World War Victoria Cross recipient dies aged 105

Flight Lieutenant John Cruickshank was honoured for courage and dedication during an attack on a German submarine that left him seriously injured.

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9 h. ago Man found 'seriously injured' on Aberdeen street as two arrested

A man was rushed to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment where his condition remains unknown.

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9 h. ago Real Housewives of London's Juliet Mayhew hits out at 'ridiculous' co

EXCLUSIVE: The new reality series Real Housewives of London kicks off with a big bust-up and promises more drama, and Juliet Mayhew isn't holding back

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