8 h. ago The 18 most devastating character deaths in TV history, from Blackadder to The Last of Us

We know it’s not real, but TV deaths can still hit hard. Annabel Nugent rounds up some of the most memorable and traumatic times a character has been killed off

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4 d. ago Sudden death of man who brought Welsh history to life for generations

'His captivating stories brought joy and wonder to so many of us'

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4 d. ago ‘The Red Wedding times a million’ – The Last of Us’s most shocking moment was a masterpiece

It was the biggest open secret in TV history – but even though millions knew it was coming, that death still stunned beyond belief. Now, can it really achieve the impossible and make us root for the killer?This article contains spoilers for the The Last of Us season two. Please do not read unless you have seen the first two episodes.When is a twist not a twist? This is a question many people will be asking after this week’s brutal episode of The Last of Us. Titled Through the Valley, it demonstrated more clearly than ever that the show has two types of viewer: those who primarily know it as a television series and were stunned beyond belief by the violent, unheralded death of Pedro Pascal’s Joel at the hands of Kaitlyn Dever’s vengeful Abby; and those who have played the video game on which it is based. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago The Last of Us fans 'in tears' as they 'cannot believe' what happened in season 2 episode 2

WARNING: Spoiler alert for The Last of Us season 2, episode 2 as viewers are left devastated over a character death.

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5 d. ago The Last of Us fans devastated as major character killed off in tragic twist

The Last of Us season 2 viewers were left devastated after a major character was killed in the second episode of the hit HBO series

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5 d. ago How The Last of Us season two’s major death differs from the video game

‘The Last of Us’ has just delivered one of the most shocking deaths in modern TV history, but how did they change it from the game?

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6 d. ago Gruesome details of 'fire seat' death said to be 'the most horrific known in human history'

Historians have identified one specific execution in Hungary that they say stands out from the crowd for its complexity, cruelty as well as its sheer barbarity.

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1 week ago Gene Hackman's wife Betsy's internet search history days before death revealed

Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, searched the internet for information on flu-like symptoms just days before she died from a rare rodent-borne disease at her New Mexico home

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1 week ago Coronation Street star Luca Toolan shares personal update with love from famous dad after starting 'new chapter'

Fans of the ITV soap best known the actor for playing Mason Radcliffe on the cobbles and were left devastated when the character was killed off

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1 week ago Caroline Flack's pals 'concerned new Disney+ show about her death is rewriting history'

A new documentary about Caroline Flack's final weeks is in production, but according to show insiders and friends of the late star, there are concerns over the format

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2 w. ago Gaza medic deaths just the latest in Israel’s long history of changing its story over civilian killings

After 15 Palestinian medics and civil defence workers were killed by Israeli forces late last month, Israel began a familiar pattern of denialThe Israel Defense Forces’ changing account of its killing of 15 Palestinian medics and civil defence workers is part of a long familiar pattern in high profile cases involving the killing of civilians.Often, at first, the IDF denies involvement. Sometimes – in the context of Gaza – it suggests one of Hamas’s own rockets fell short, causing the casualties. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘The king of jewellers’: V&A charts the rise of Cartier in new exhibition

Exhibition will explore relationship between British royal family and French jeweller, with more than 350 pieces on displayIt’s the museum that has explored the history of underwear, the death of the suit and the glamour of Italian fashion. Now the V&A is turning its attention to Cartier with an exhibition of more than 350 jewellery pieces including gobstopper-sized diamond rings and dazzling tiaras.The exhibition charts the evolution of the French jeweller across fashion, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century. The V&A’s existing jewellery collection is one of its most visited galleries and the Cartier story is already proving popular. Tickets for the first six weeks of the show, which starts on Saturday, have sold out. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago The 'clever' hidden meaning in tragic White Lotus scene after two fan favorites die in killing spree

The White Lotus fans have been left devastated after two popular characters were killed off in a epic bloodbath during the season three finale.

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3 w. ago 'I cradled my dead brother after football hooligans struck with knives and kebab skewers'

EXCLUSIVE It's set to be an emotional night at Elland Road on Friday, as Leeds United mark one of the darkest chapters in their club's history on the 25th anniversary of Chris and Kev's death

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3 w. ago Inside Val Kilmer's tragic life – horror hot tub death, cancer and losing voice

Hollywood star Val Kilmer, who has died aged 65, had his devastating health issue written into his iconic character's story when he returned in Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

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3 w. ago Val Kilmer's very famous exes – from supermodel to Oscar winners and pop icon

Val Kilmer lived a colourful life, before his death was announced at the age of 65, and his dating history included other Hollywood greats, including the likes of Cher and Angelina Jolie

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last month South Korea wildfires become biggest on record as disaster chief points to ‘harsh reality’ of climate crisis

Officials point to ultra-dry conditions as death toll reaches 26 and fires threaten Unesco heritage sites Authorities in South Korea are battling wildfires that have doubled in size in a day in the country’s worst ever natural fire disaster.At least 26 people have died and hundreds of buildings destroyed in the south-eastern province of North Gyeongsang, with the country’s disaster chief saying the fires had exposed the “harsh reality” of global heating. Continue reading...

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