Best Culture of 2025: Guardian Critics' Picks
Discover the Guardian's definitive guide to the best music, film and television of 2025, as chosen by top critics. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast episode for all the highlights.
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Vanderpump Rules reboot a hit with 2.6 million viewers
Lisa Vanderpump confirms her Bravo show is a streaming success after poor live ratings sparked cancelation fears. The Season 12 premiere reached 2.6 million viewers. Read the full story.
Strictly's Thomas Skinner sues BBC over 'rigged' vote
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Thomas Skinner is reportedly taking legal action against the BBC, alleging the show's voting was rigged to ensure his early exit. He claims to possess evidence.
Ofcom 2025 Top Complaints: ITV Shows Lead
Ofcom reveals 2025's most complained-about TV moments, with ITV shows sparking seven of the top ten. Love Island's alleged bullying dominates the list. Discover the full ranking and viewer backlash.
Feldman alleges molestation by Haim in new documentary
Actor Corey Feldman claims he was molested by his late friend Corey Haim in a new Apple TV documentary, detailing alleged abuse during the filming of 'The Lost Boys'. Read the shocking revelations.
Kimmel, Colbert, Meyers Mock Trump Speech and Wiles Interview
Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Seth Meyers dissect Donald Trump's surprise primetime address and the explosive revelations from chief of staff Susie Wiles. Read the full late-night TV roundup.
Khloé's Dolly Parton Gift Ruined by Bodyguard on The Kardashians
Khloé Kardashian's dream meeting with icon Dolly Parton hit a snag when her bodyguard destroyed a floral gift. Read the dramatic details from the latest episode of The Kardashians.
UK actors vote 99% against AI scanning, threaten strike
UK actors' union Equity votes overwhelmingly to reject AI digital scanning, paving the way for potential industrial action in 2025. Read the full story.
Ofcom's 2025 Most Complained TV Moments Revealed
Ofcom reveals 2025's most complained TV moments, with Love Island episodes dominating the list. Sabrina Carpenter's BRITs routine and GB News also spark viewer fury. Read the full report.
Love Island is UK's most complained-about show of 2025
ITV's Love Island dominated Ofcom complaints in 2025, with thousands protesting the treatment of contestant Shakira Khan. Discover why the regulator chose not to investigate.
Lynn Dalby, star of Budgie and Emmerdale, dies at 78
Actor Lynn Dalby, best known for playing Hazel in the 1970s ITV drama Budgie opposite Adam Faith, has died from COPD at the age of 78. Read her full career story.
Ofcom: Love Island Most Complained-About TV of 2025
Ofcom reveals Love Island generated 30% of all complaints in 2025, with bullying allegations dominating. See the full list of most controversial shows.
Love Island Named Most Complained About TV Show of 2025
Ofcom reveals Love Island dominated viewer complaints in 2025, with bullying allegations sparking thousands of reports. Discover the full list of controversial programmes.
Controversial 2025 Show Heated Rivalry Gets UK Date
The divisive US romantic drama Heated Rivalry, one of 2025's most talked-about shows, finally gets a UK streaming release date on Sky and NOW. Discover the story behind the controversy.
Comics Hill & Cleese Criticise 'Bland' BBC and ITV
Comedians Harry Hill and John Cleese launch a scathing critique of 'bland' and risk-averse programming at the BBC and ITV, claiming their own iconic shows would be cancelled today.
Repair Shop Christmas special chaos as experts seek refuge
The BBC's festive Repair Shop special saw emotional restorations turn to playful mayhem as children launched a snowball fight. Watch the chaos unfold on iPlayer.
The Studio: Seth Rogen's Emmy-Winning Comedy Reviewed
Seth Rogen's warm, Emmy-winning comedy The Studio, about a Hollywood movie company, is named the 4th best TV show of 2025. Discover why this exquisitely excruciating series is more fun than anything else on TV.
Chris Hoy's Inspiring Cancer Response on BBC Tonight
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy shares his terminal cancer journey in a powerful BBC film. Plus, Sports Personality of the Year, Baileys special, and Jane Austen. Your evening viewing guide.
BBC TV licence fee could be replaced by sliding scale
The UK government is reviewing the BBC's funding, proposing a 'sliding scale' licence fee and new commercial streams. Have your say in the public consultation by 10 March 2026.
Dannii Erskine's 37kg transformation after Bride and Prejudice
Reality TV star Dannii Erskine reveals her incredible 37kg weight loss journey on Instagram. The Bride and Prejudice alum also discusses her TV future and her ex's new baby. Read her full story here.
Ex-Bachelor star in court for attempted arson, assault
Cayla Tudehope, a 2018 Bachelor contestant, faces serious charges including attempted arson of a health facility and assaulting a police officer on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Read the full court details.
Iris Kendall clarifies reality TV show confusion
Love Island USA star Iris Kendall sets the record straight after mistakenly claiming she turned down Bravo's The Valley. Discover the truth and her current romance.
Nazi Hunters Thriller Now Streaming on Netflix UK
The controversial period thriller 'Hunters', starring Al Pacino, is now available on Netflix. Fans are bingeing the alternate history series about Nazi hunters in 1970s New York. Discover why it's causing a stir.
Judi Dench feared sack for Shakespeare slip-ups
Dame Judi Dench reveals her hilarious on-stage blunders and embarks on a festive family history quest to find a link to William Shakespeare in a new Channel 4 documentary.
George Clarke: YouTubers Finally Respected on Mainstream TV
Strictly star George Clarke celebrates YouTubers gaining mainstream TV respect. He discusses his transformative journey on the show and the changing public perception of content creators.
Fallout fans decode Macaulay Culkin's role from clue
Eagle-eyed viewers spot a hidden movie poster in Fallout season two's premiere, sparking theories about Macaulay Culkin's mysterious Legion character. Stream new episodes weekly on Prime Video.
US Supreme Court Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Ruling
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has abolished the death penalty, a move championed by lawyers for death row inmate Luigi Mangione. The ruling, citing 'cruel and unusual punishment,' marks a seismic shift in American justice.
Taylor Swift Fans Fume Over 'Cruel Summer' Eras Tour Snub
Swifties are in an uproar after the streaming debut of Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' concert film on Disney+ excluded the fan-favourite hit 'Cruel Summer' from the main setlist, despite its chart-topping success.
ITV's You Bet Revival Sparks Fury Over 'Cruel' Challenges
ITV's reboot of the classic gameshow 'You Bet' has ignited a firestorm of complaints, with viewers branding the challenges 'distressing' and 'uncomfortable' to watch. The controversial premiere has left audiences questioning the channel's judgement.
World's Most Shocking and Controversial TV Pranks
A deep dive into the most infamous and morally bankrupt television pranks ever broadcast, from fake plane crashes to cruel abductions, that traumatised victims and sparked global outrage.
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