BBC Denies Octopus Mascot On Quiz ‘University Challenge’ Was Coded Antisemitic Attack

Rishi Sunak has refuted claims that he said it was "OK" to let people die from coronavirus. The allegations surfaced from a diary entry by Sir Patrick Vallance, the UK Government's chief scientific adviser during the pandemic, which was shared with the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Russell Brand appeared to have been removed from an episode of Gavin & Stacey on BBC iPlayer, following allegations emerging about the actor and comedian earlier this year.In September, Brand was accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse following a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches. Brand strongly denied the claims.Earlier this month, Brand was reportedly questioned by police over alleged assault allegations.Fans rewatching the 2007 Christmas special of the beloved sitcom noticed that the joke had been removed.The joke in question is mentioned when the characters go to Pam and Mick’s (played by Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb) and Nessa (Ruth Jones) returns from reading to baby Neil.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC is returning for more of The Gold.

Stacey Solomon was issued a 'don't you dare' warning from fans as she dazzled them with her appearance as she headed on a rare night out with her husband Joe Swash. The Loose Women star jokingly did her trademark 'Tap to Tidy' on herself as she glammed up for a special evening.

Amy Dowden has said she 'doesn’t want anyone's pity' as she opened up about her cancer battle. The Strictly Come Dancing star recently finished chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer in May.

BBC Unveils Xmas Slate Including ‘Peaky Blinders‘ Dance Performance & Rebecca Ferguson Doc

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has opened up about her battle with cancer, admitting she feels "angry" and doesn't want "looks of sympathy". The 33 year old professional dancer, who also lives with Crohn's Disease, was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and had to undergo a mastectomy and chemotherapy. Amy shared her journey with fans on social media, saying: "I never asked [for] this to happen to me.

Fans couldn't help but make the same sweet observation as Janette Manrara was also seen socialising with one of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars. The show's former professional dancer took to social media with a string of snaps showing her 'life lately'.

EXCLUSIVE: Doctor Who, the long-running BBC sci-fi series, has shifted away from a residual model for its writers since Disney+ came on board as a partner, we understand.

More details are trickling down about Prince Harry and King Charles III’s estranged relationship.

Bobby Brazier has been dazzling the Strictly Come Dancing audience with his beaming smile and infectious personality ever since he stepped foot in the ballroom with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.

Huw Edwards, the BBC’s lead anchor who broke the news of the Queen’s death last year, will not be returning to the broadcaster, according to reports in the British media.

Doctor Who is returning with three special episodes starring fourteenth doctor David Tenant.

New BBC drama Boat Story is an action-thriller about two ordinary people whom the world has turned its back on, and whether they’re willing - or desperate enough - to do something crazy to get what they want in life. Pushed to the very edge, can they trust each other and get away with their lives and the money? The series embodies twists and turns with character-driven, surprising storytelling while off-beat humour contrasts with high-octane action sequences against the spectacular backdrop of the beautiful, windswept Yorkshire coastline. It follows Janet Campbell and Samuel Wells who must do all they can to get away from The Tailor, a mob boss who wants revenge and his drugs stash back.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin showed off his new romance as he sweetly held hands with her as he stepped out in Blackpool. Nikita, who is partnered with Layton Williams on this year's show, dodged the busy crowds of the seaside town outside the Blackpool Tower and took Lauren Janie's hand to guide her through the chaos.The lovebirds wrapped up to avoid the chilly Northern November winds by the beach with Nikita looking stylish in a grey Burberry trench coat and thick winter hoodie, and added a chic black beanie and comfortable loose-fit denim jeans.

Blackpool Week is the highpoint of Strictly Come Dancing. Regarded as the 'spiritual home' of ballroom dancing in Britain, Blackpool's Tower Ballroom has been a fixture in the seaside town for nearly 120 years.

Children in Need returns for another year with the BBC hoping to once again raise millions of pounds for the charity. The annual live show takes place on Friday night with the general public and celebrities looking to raise lots of cash to help kids across the country.

Demonstrators protesting Israel‘s actions in Gaza clashed with police outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C. tonight, forcing the lockdown of nearby House of Representatives office buildings.

Naman Ramachandran “Sherlock” Seasons 1-4, “Death in Paradise” Seasons 1-11, “Unforgotten” Seasons 1-4 and “Life Below Zero” Seasons 1-9 are among the series that will be available as part of BBC Studios‘ new content agreement with Lemino, a Japanese video-on-demand streaming service operated by NTT DoCoMo. The deal, which comes into effect Nov.

Ellie Harrison has appeared on BBC's Countryfile for 13 years and fans of the programme adore her enthusiasm for the natural world and love of outdoorsy pursuits.