BBC bosses slammed for jetting Apprentice contestants to Dubai during cost of living crisis

Naga Munchetty was left fighting back tears as she and co-host Charlie Stayt had to announce the sad news that former BBC Breakfast presenter Bill Turnbull had died.

K.J. Yossman “Dodger,” the high-octane family drama based on Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist,” is set to return to the BBC for three specials. Production has just wrapped in Bristol on the three one-off episodes, which include a Christmas-themed offering, with Christopher Eccleston (“Doctor Who”) returning as Fagin and Billy Jenkins (“Peaky Blinders”) returning as the eponymous child pickpocket. Also returning for high jinks in Victorian London are Ellie-May Sheridan (“Call The Midwife”), Aabay Ali, Connor Curren, Mila Lieu, David Threlfall (“Shameless”), Alex Kingston (“Doctor Who”), Rhys Thomas (“The Fast Show”), Javone Prince (“No Time To Die”), Lucy Montgomery (“Disenchantment”), Saira Choudhry (“Life”), James Fleet (“Vicar of Dibley”), Lenny Rush (“A Christmas Carol”) and Sam C Wilson (“Hanna”).

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Kore-eda Hirokazu will be the star turn at Emerging Japanese Films, a Los Angeles showcase organized by Japan’s Visual Industry Promotion Organization. The event, running Sept. 27 – Oct. 1, 2022, at the Harmony Gold Preview House, consists of four newly-released, dramatic and awards-worthy Japanese feature films and a retrospective night that honors Kore-eda, whose “Shoplifters” won the Palme d’Or at Cannes in 2018. Kore-eda will take part in a live video conversation after the screening of his “Like Father, Like Son,” a child-swap drama film that Steven Spielberg and Dreamworks previously optioned for remake.

Naman Ramachandran U.K. broadcaster ITV has commissioned “Line of Duty” and “Bodyguard” creator Jed Mercurio’s HTM Television to produce crime thriller series “Payback” with BritBox International as co-production partner. The six-part series stars Morven Christie (“The Bay”), Peter Mullan (“The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power”), Prasanna Puwanarajah (“Ten Percent”) and Derek Riddell (“Industry”). Written by Debbie O’Malley (“Call the Midwife”), “Payback” follows Lexie Noble (Christie) as she becomes entangled in a police operation to topple a notorious crime lord, Cal Morris (Mullan). The drama will be filmed in Glasgow, Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

Ben Croll Now entering its 11th edition, the Venice Film Festival’s Biennale College Cinema program acts as incubator for first or second films, inviting 12 micro-budget projects on a two-week development workshop each October before funding production on four selected works. The only catch – the films have to be ready in time to screen at the next festival. “It’s a bet,” says Venice director Alberto Barbera, who also oversees the program. “But we’ve been so lucky that in 10 years, all the projects have been successful. All of them made it in time for the following year.” This year will see those microbudgets grow, as the Biennale College program ups its production grant from $150,000 to $200,000 for each selected feature, and from $60,000 to $80,000 for the one selected VR piece. Everything else will stay in place for an initiative that has proven remarkably fruitful.

"He was resolutely positive and was hugely buoyed by the support he received from friends, colleagues, and messages from people wishing him luck. It was a great comfort to Bill that so many more men are now testing earlier for this disease."Bill will be remembered by many as a remarkable broadcaster who brought warmth and humour into people's homes on BBC Breakfast and Classic FM."He was also a devoted Wycombe Wanderers fan and an ever-aspiring beekeeper.

Susanna Reid has led the tributes to her former BBC Breakfast colleague Bill Turnbull, who died on Wednesday (August 31) at the age of 66. The TV presenter and journalist died “peacefully” at home in Suffolk after a “challenging and committed fight against prostate cancer” which had been diagnosed in November 2017, his family said.

Scarlett Moffatt has issued a social media warning to fans after a man approached her and said she was 'going home with him' after revealing her location. The former Gogglebox star broke down in tears as she recorded a message which she shared with her millions of followers.

Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams has revealed what he really thought of Prince William and Duchess Kate after sitting behind them in the Royal Box at this year's Wimbledon.MORE: Exclusive: David Walliams why he keeps him out of the spotlightThe Little Britain creator, 51, shared his delight at the seating plan of the epic tournament which saw him and his mother Kathleen within touching distance of the Duke and Duchess.WATCH: David Walliams films inside beautiful London home"It was quite a good seating plan actually, me and my mum were behind William and Kate who were both very easy to talk to, it was very nice and because we were sat there for quite a long time, it was natural to chat a lot," the star exclusively revealed to HELLO!READ: Exclusive: David Walliams reveals fatherhood has 'really transformed' Simon CowellSEE: David Walliams shares hilarious photos from 'honeymoon'"[You keep the conversation] light. [We chatted about] the Jubilee, I'd been skiing where they had been skiing, just chatting, it was just easy you know - my mum was really happy! David and his mum were sat behind the royals"Then you just have all the people from around the world texting you going 'how the hell are you in the royal box' it was nice.

The transaction for Warner Bros Discovery and BT Sport’s joint UK and Ireland sports venture has closed successfully.

Beloved British broadcaster Bill Turnbull, who presented BBC Breakfast for 15 years, has died aged 66.

Netflix is adapting Ann-Helén Laestadius novel Stolen, in which a young indigenous woman struggles to defend her indigenous heritage, into a film.

EXCLUSIVE: Allen Leech (Downton Abbey, Bohemian Rhapsody) and India Mullen (Normal People, Brassic) will lead the cast of an Irish drama series for AMC Networks’ Sundance Now and local broadcaster Virgin Media Television, we’ve learned.

TV presenter and journalist Bill Turnbull has died at the age of 66, his family has said.

New couple Chyna Mills and Neil Jones appeared to confirm their romance as they made their first appearance together in London on Wednesday. Love Island star Chyna, 23, and Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil, 40, attended the Guardians Of The Galaxy immersive experience at The Secret Cinema and were seen beaming as they were pictured together on arrival.

We are constantly wondering when Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott will be making the next step in their romance by becoming engaged. And in a new chat with us, Made in Chelsea star Sam, 30, has said he knows he will marry Zara, 25, one day, as he reveals "he could get married to her tomorrow". But the Chelsea favourite - who opened up about baby plans with Zara - says he is in "no rush" as he feels like he and his Love Island star girlfriend are already married.

BBC Breakfast host Bill Turnbull has died at the age of 66, his family has confirmed. "Following a challenging and committed fight against prostate cancer, Bill passed away peacefully at his home in Suffolk surrounded by his family on Wednesday, 31st August," they said in a statement.They continued: “Bill was diagnosed in 2017 and has had outstanding medical care from the Royal Marsden and Ipswich Hospitals, St Elizabeth Hospice and his GP. "He was resolutely positive and was hugely buoyed by the support he received from friends, colleagues, and messages from people wishing him luck.

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan has been married twice in her lifetime, firstly to Shane Richie for nine years, followed by Ray Fensome, who she split from after 11 years in 2018. With her first husband, who played Alfie Moon in EastEnders, she shares sons Shane Nolan, 33, and Jake Roche, 29.The 57-year-old also has daughter Ciara Fensome, 21, with her latest ex-husband Ray.Speaking on Loose Women on Friday, Coleen candidly opened up about her marriage break-ups during a discussion about divorce regrets.She began by explaining that she initially considered how ending her marriages could take its toll on the family.The presenter said: "The reason I stayed probably longer, two or three years longer than I should have in both marriages actually was because of the kids.Helen Mirren asked husband if he would 'f*** her again' after role"Especially the first time round, because the boys were young."I really had this thing of 'being a statistic', I’m the one in three that the kids are from a broken home.

Deadline his father’s cause of death was a result of non-COVID pneumonia complications.The actor, born William Reynolds, enjoyed a glittering 40-year acting career after landing his first role in the early 1950s.Reynolds’ early credits include “The Battle at Apache Pass,” “Carrie” and “Francis Goes to West Point,” according to his IMDb page.In 1952, he played the son of Laurence Olivier’s character in “Carrie and Mustapha.”The actor went on to serve in the Korean War, after which he returned to the small screen and put his name on the map.He landed a guest role on “The Islanders,” and later appeared in an episode of “The Twilight Zone.”Reynolds later starred in the 1967 series “Dragnet” before appearing in “Maverick.”He also had a few film credits under his belt, including “The Mississippi Gambler,” “Gunsmoke,” “There’s Always Tomorrow,” “Away All Boats,” and “The Land Unknown.”In 1966, Reynolds got his big break and landed the role of Agent Colby on ABC’s “The F.B.I.” which became his most famous role to date.His stint on the show lasted two seasons before he was made a series regular and asked to stay on for six seasons.His final two credits include “Project U.F.O.” on which he appeared from 1966 until 1974, and in 1989, he appeared in “Hairway to the Stars.”Reynolds then bowed out from acting, and instead pursued a career in business, according to Deadline.He was married for 42 years to actress Molly Sinclair until her death in 1992. Reynolds leaves behind the pair’s children Carrie, Eric, and grandchildren Anthony and Nicholas. He also leaves behind his great-grandchild, Gianni.A public memorial service to honor Reynolds will be held on Sept.

Love Island stars Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page have shared the touching meaning behind their new matching tattoos in a YouTube video. The happy couple, who fell in love on this year's series of the ITV2 dating show, decided to show their commitment to each other last week as they permanently inked themselves with an intricate rose design.The matching tattoos feature a black outlined rose complete with stem, with Andrew opting for a hand tattoo while Tasha chose her neck. Sharing the sweet meaning behind their design choice on Tasha’s Youtube channel, the loved-up duo gave fans a closer look at the design while also explaining why they had chosen it.

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