James Valentine death: Veteran ABC radio host and musician dies aged 64 Prime minister Anthony Albanese says Australia has ‘lost a national treasure’ The Independent UK · Apr 23
Claudia Winkleman is a national treasure of British TV – so why has her chat show failed to catch light? COMMENT: Many gladiators have entered the chat show arena and eaten dust. Winkleman may be down, writes Patrick Smith, but she’s definitely not out The Independent UK · Apr 23
I’m a Celebrity: South Africa star Jimmy Bullard says it’s ‘shame’ ITV cut down full Adam Thomas row Campmate said he will share his own version of events on reunion show The Independent UK · Apr 23
What Happened to 'Storage Wars' Star Darrell Sheets? Final Days Raise Questions After Sudden Death at 67 Darrell Sheets, known as 'The Gambler' from 'Storage Wars', was found dead in Arizona. His death is not suspicious, but online harassment claims are being investigated. International Business Times UK · Apr 23
Netflix’s New 'Stranger Things' Spinoff Brings Back The Missing Magic 'Tales From '85' is a delightful animated series, as long as you don't think about it too hard. Inverse · Apr 23
Afternoon Update: ABC’s James Valentine mourned; Judith Neilson’s secretary charged with fraud; and a day in the world’s biggest city Valentine became a radio presenter in 1999. He held the role for more than two decades, with a brief detour presenting ABC Radio Breakfast in 2022 and 2023 The Guardian - AU · Apr 23
I just binge-watched Richard Gadd's dark new HBO drama — and it's no 'Baby Reindeer' I just watched all six episodes of Richard Gadd's new HBO Max drama, "Half Man," and it is a dark, disappointing follow-up to his 2024 Netflix drama. Tom’s Guide · Apr 23
FBI Director Kash Patel's $250M Lawsuit Backfires as Drinking Allegations Go Viral Under the Streisand Effect FBI Director Kash Patel's $250 million defamation suit against 'The Atlantic' has amplified the drinking allegations he tried to bury, as Fox News and a judge raise red flags. International Business Times UK · Apr 23
Thursday briefing: Why the US president is losing support from crucial allies In today’s newsletter: As political tensions rise abroad and economic pressures mount at home, Donald Trump faces a shifting landscape that is testing the loyalty of his Maga supporters The Guardian - UK · Apr 23
Stranger Things has misunderstood its own appeal COMMENT: Netflix’s phenomenally popular sci-fi show returns with a new spin-off, ‘Tales From ’85’. There’s no stopping the modern franchise sprawl, writes Louis Chilton – but to what end? The Independent UK · Apr 23
Czech journalists threaten to strike over plan to scrap licence fees Government aims to move TV and radio funding under state control, which critics say undermines independence The Guardian - UK · Apr 23
Much-loved radio presenter dies after cancer battle A radio and music personality has passed away after a cancer fight and is being remembered as a voice of warmth and wit across the airwaves. AAP · Apr 22
The One Season 1 Moment Stumble’s Jenn Lyon Has Cried About Over And Over Again (And I Get It) Yeah, this had me in my feels, too. Cinemablend · Apr 22
James Valentine, talented musician who elevated the art of talk on ABC Sydney radio – obituary Valentine, who announced on-air he had cancer in 2024, nurtured a deep connection with his audience as the voice of the afternoon program for more than 20 years The Guardian - AU · Apr 22
Cinemablend · Apr 22 I've Been Covering CBS For Years, But I Just Realized The Eye Network Is Trying To Make Its Own One Chicago Hang on a second...
The Guardian - AU · Apr 22 James Valentine, much-loved ABC radio presenter, dies aged 64 Family reveal Valentine, who retired in February for treatment for a recurring cancer, used voluntary assisted dying
Inverse · Apr 22 35 Years Ago, Star Trek Dropped An Absurd Twist It Didn’t Even Need 35 years later, let's talk about that Robin Hood moment on 'Star Trek: The Next Generation.' Is this a classic episode? Or a missed opportunity?
International Business Times UK · Apr 22 Laura Loomer's Trump Affair Joke Claim Backfires as Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against HBO and Bill Maher A US judge dismissed Laura Loomer's defamation lawsuit against HBO and Bill Maher, ruling that Maher's joke was protected satire, not a factual claim, thus ending the case.
Marie Claire · Apr 22 'Unchosen' Ending, Explained: Breaking Down the Netflix Cult Drama's Eerie Twists There are more than a few chilling twists.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 22 Saint-Pierre review – this gentle cop show is like a Canadian Death in Paradise The chemistry is sweet, the location beautiful and there’s a crime every week that’s not too difficult to wrap up neatly. It’s the traditional dance of the minor cop show
Inverse · Apr 22 'Rings of Power' Season 3 Is Coming Sooner Than You Think Prime Video's Lord of the Rings prequel is cutting to the chase in more ways than one.
Cinemablend · Apr 22 Welp, Another OG Dexter Character Is Now (Seemingly) Doomed In Resurrection Season 2 Dropping like flies.
Cinemablend · Apr 22 It's Hard To Believe It's Been 4 Years Since Ozark Brought Kaley Cuoco And Tom Pelphrey Together We can thank the beloved drama series for this pairing.
Cinemablend · Apr 22 Big Brother Could Get A Major Shakeup Ahead Of Season 28, And Netflix Is Involved I'm curious to see what this means.
International Business Times UK · Apr 22 Remembering Elsie Kelly: 10 Powerful Photos That Capture Her Legacy Elsie Kelly, famed for her role in 'Benidorm', has passed away at 89. Tributes highlight her comedic genius and lasting impact on British television.