Dundee comedians pitching national TV deal for sketches
Two Dundee actors and producers are pitching for a national TV deal for comedy sketches.
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Why party leaders have TV debates and why they don’t often sway elections
If television debates won elections, then Hillary Clinton would be in the White House and Nick Clegg could be fighting for a fourth term as prime minister.
Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham Carter turn heads at The Crown premiere
Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham Carter were both elegant in black as they appeared at the premiere of the third series of The Crown.
The number of households in Dundee still watching television in black and white
Eleven households in Dundee still have black and white television licences, half a century after BBC One first aired in colour.
Shirtless scene gave me empathy for objectified women, says Aidan Turner
Poldark star Aidan Turner has said he never felt his safety was in question after his shirtless scything scene aired but it did make him appreciate how women feel to be objectified.
Love Island viewers fed up with Amber’s ‘old’ comments
Love Island viewers were miffed when Amber Gill started her date with newcomer Danny Williams by telling him he looked old.
Love Island newcomer ruffles feathers
A new arrival in the Love Island villa will cause a stir as he catches the eye of three girls.
Tommy Fury has head turned by Molly-Mae Hague on Love Island
The arrival of Molly-Mae Hague on Love Island caused an immediate stir with Tommy Fury.
Sherif Lanre to confront Anton Danyluk on Love Island
Sherif Lanre is to confront Anton Danyluk over developing drama with Anna Vakili on Love Island.
Mental Health Foundation raises fears about impact of reality TV on young viewers
Reality TV, which often features an array of well-honed cast members, makes nearly a quarter of 18 to 24-year-olds worry about their body image, according to a new survey.
Georgia Steel calls for body diversity on Love Island
Love Island alumnus Georgia Steel has called for greater diversity in the body types featured on the reality show.
Simon Cowell storms off stage on Britain’s Got Talent
Simon Cowell has stormed off stage during a performance on Britain’s Got Talent.
Fascination with relationships behind Love Island’s success, says Iain Stirling
Love Island narrator Iain Stirling has said the appeal of the show is human fascination with relationships.
Alison King feels ‘real responsibility’ with Carla’s breakdown story on Corrie
Coronation Street’s Alison King has said she felt a “real responsibility” portraying her character Carla Connor’s breakdown, particularly after meeting a woman who had struggled with mental illness.
Victoria Wood statue unveiled in Bury
A statue of much-loved comedian and actress Victoria Wood has been unveiled in her home town.
SCOTLAND: Jeremy Kyle guest said show ‘lied’ about mental health checks
A Scottish woman has slammed the Jeremy Kyle Show for their “lies” after footage of her on the show was broadcast on a national news programme – despite her asking for it to be deleted.
Line of Duty in top five most-watched dramas of decade
Line of Duty has become one of top five most-watched dramas of the decade.
Snapchat chief says firm’s entertainment platform ‘won’t ever fully replace TV’
Snapchat’s “very different” approach to TV content will help it entice users to the platform but will not replace traditional television, a company executive has said.
Blue Planet spin-off part of new genre, says host Chris Packham
Chris Packham has said he is pleased shows like his Blue Planet spin-off have formed a new genre celebrating the environment while also warning of the problems it is facing.
Ant McPartlin back on Twitter after I’m a Celebrity return revealed
Ant McPartlin has returned to Twitter a day after it was reported he is heading back to I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!