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Final leaders debate sees Conservatives strengthen position Comments Off

Posted on April 30, 2010
The Conservative Party leader David Cameron has been hailed as the winner of the final UK televised election debate. The last TV debate before the election saw the Tories reaffirm their position at the head of the polls, but also saw Nick Clegg and the Liberal Democrats sure up late support. This was despite ... Read More >>

The Bill retires from TV after 26 years Comments Off

Posted on March 29, 2010
The cast of television institution The Bill were left tearful and broken hearted yesterday following an announcement by ITV that it would be axing the fading police drama after a 26-year run on British and world television screens. Amid emotional scenes at the London studios of the show, management revealed that ... Read More >>

End of an era as BBC announces widespread changes Comments Off

Posted on February 26, 2010
According to latest media reports, next month will be a watershed period in the history of Auntie, with the BBC to make massive reductions to its operation. The broadcaster will allegedly close half of its online services, close to radio stations altogether and reduce greatly the massive spending on US imports ... Read More >>

Coronation Street set to be relocated Comments Off

Posted on January 12, 2010
The most famous street and TV set in the history of British television could be scheduled for the wrecking ball. The iconic outdoor set of Manchester’s Coronation Street, Rovers Return pub included, is being seriously considered to be demolished and rebuilt close to Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium. The change has been ... Read More >>

Celebrity Winner Faces Rat Killing Charge Comments Off

Posted on December 08, 2009
Winner of ITV reality show I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, Gino D’Acampo, and fellow contestant Stuart Manning face animal cruelty charges in Australia after allegedly cooking and eating a rat on the programme. The pair were part of a group in exile for part of the series, which ... Read More >>

Simon Cowell annoyed over Danyl’s diva tantrums Comments Off

Posted on November 23, 2009
Simon Cowell is apparently fed up with Danyl Johnson’s attitude. The hopeful X Factor contestant has reportedly annoyed his mentor with threats to leave the show and requests to change his song choice. Speaking in a radio interview, Simon’s brother Tony revealed that Johnson had diva tendencies. Tony said that Simon wouldn’t tolerate ... Read More >>


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