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Rachel Riley is set to be temporarily replaced on Countdown by mathematician Dr Tom Crawford. The maths whizz will take a brief hiatus from the Channel 4 show to focus on another project.

Channel 4’s long-running Countdown quiz has crowned its first female champion in an astonishing 26 years.

Singing star Colin Murray will take centre stage in a hometown concert this Saturday, October 26.

Countdown, a staple of British television since its launch in November 1982 with the late Richard Whiteley at the helm, continues to draw viewers on Channel 4 over 40 years later.

EXCLUSIVE: Global podcast studio Wondery is moving into the UK sports space.

Countdown’s Rachel Riley, who has been the show’s maths genius for 14 years, was left red faced in the latest episode when she was unable to solve the mathematical problem.The contestants on Wednesday's episode were challenged to use the numbers selected to create the final number of 477, which none of the contestants were able to do. Where Rachel, 37, would normally impress viewers and reveal how to reach the exact number in no time, on this occasion she was unable to do so and told the show's host, Colin Murray, “You will have to come back to me Colin." Viewers quickly picked up on Rachel's blunder with fans claiming the sum was “obvious”.

Naman Ramachandran BBC director general Tim Davie has apologized over the ongoing fracas around star soccer player turned sports pundit Gary Lineker, but will not resign. Last Tuesday, Lineker, commenting on the U.K. government’s controversial Illegal Migration Bill, tweeted, describing it as an “immeasurably cruel policy directed at the most vulnerable people in language that is not dissimilar to that used by Germany in the 30s.” Lineker is a star presenter on the BBC’s “Match of the Day” soccer program. Lineker’s tweet raised government hackles and on Friday, the BBC suspended him, saying: “The BBC has been in extensive discussions with Gary and his team in recent days.  We have said that we consider his recent social media activity to be a breach of our guidelines. The BBC has decided that he will step back from presenting ‘Match of the Day’ until we’ve got an agreed and clear position on his use of social media. When it comes to leading our football and sports coverage, Gary is second to none.  We have never said that Gary should be an opinion free zone, or that he can’t have a view on issues that matter to him, but we have said that he should keep well away from taking sides on party political issues or political controversies.”

More than 10 of the BBC’s highest-profile sports stars have staged an unprecedented walkout over the British broadcaster’s decision to suspend Gary Lineker. Below is a list of those who have walked out, with links to tweets explaining their reasons for joining the protest.

It’s the video everyone is talking about after the result everyone is still talking about.

Scottish Opera’s hugely popular Opera Highlights tour is taking to the road in February with the first venue in Lanarkshire.

Rachel Riley, 36, took to social media today to defend her husband, former Strictly Come Dancing star Pasha Kovalev, 42.The professional dancer had been blasted by his wife's fellow presenter Colin Murray after the Countdown host revealed the way he had casually asked her to marry him.Sharing a sneak peek of today’s Countdown episode on Twitter, Rachel insisted she was “happy” with her marriage.In the clip, Colin could be seen asking Rachel to spill all the details of Pasha’s unpretentious proposal.Rachel began by explaining how it took place on Manchester’s Market Street among the trams going past and “a load of bins”.She added that Pasha had then simply asked “Should we get married next week when we’re going to Vegas?”Rachel sarcastically added while recalling the moment: “I know, fireworks! Are you feeling the love?”Colin then turned to the camera, saying: “No! I’m going to say to Pasha directly, I know you’re watching..“You’ve got to do better! You got lucky, very lucky,” Colin added as Rachel giggled in the background.In defence of her beloved husband, Rachel captioned the video: “I’d take a happy marriage with a tram stop bins proposal any day.“@C4Countdown 2.10pm today @Channel4 with the usual suspects!“@ColinMurray @susie_dent and @rickedwards1 this week in dictionary corner.”Fans of the TV star replied to the tweet with their opinion on the unconventional proposal.Johnny_JI81 said: “What a rubbish proposal although Pasha must have had a lot of charm to pull that off.“But look what happened after, he's a very lucky guy.”FernsInDusk remarked: “..

who quit the regular show, Pointless, earlier this year, sees four teams of contestants — this time, it was celebrity broadcasters Arielle Free, Toby Anstis, Sonny Jay, Josie D'Arby, Neev Spencer, Colin Murray, Elis James and John Robins — try to come up with obscure answers that no-one else from the show's 100 anonymous panellists could think of. The team with the least number of points, wins. In this celebrity special, the broadcasters are playing to win a jackpot of money for charity.

Rachel Riley took to Twitter earlier today to apologise for her “puerility” in a video shared by Russell Kane on social media.The 36-year-old could be seen in an Instagram video uploaded by the comedian performing a gesture of a sexual nature.The clip, shared in view of Russell’s 312,000 followers, showed Rachel “bombing” in the background, moving her fist up and down.Russell, who could be seen dancing for the camera, cheekily captioned the post: “Would have been a funny dance had I not been abused by @rachelrileyrr”Today, Rachel shared the video to apologise to the actor as she tried to make light of her actions.She tweeted: “I thought I was privately ruining just one of a bunch of photos @russell_kane was taking on set, I didn’t realise I was bombing an Instagram dance video…“I would like to apologise unreservedly for my puerility, especially to any w**rs offended by my behaviour.” (sic)Twitter users joined in on the joke to send their support to Rachel.Jsbrads quipped: “Made the video better.”Johnny_JI81 added: “Dancing is always better barefoot.”7ellis96 penned: “You just saw the dancing and had to join in, no problem there!”Windassone stated: “This is the Twitter video of the day by far! X”Rachel was recently featured in a memorable on-air moment as she was spotted trying to stop herself from smiling as a Countdown contestant offered up an awkward answer.The TV star could be seen raising an eyebrow and smiling at the camera when a letter's round created a comical situation.Stand-in host Colin Murray shrugged it off as the contestants snickered while giving their answers to the new presenter of the long-running quiz.The moment was caused by the word “vagina” being offered as a potential winning answer by hopeful

A former Coronation Street star has announced he is set to step in as the host of Countdown later this year. Comedian Les Dennis, who starred as Michael Rodwell in the ITV soap between 2014 and 2016 will present the Channel 4 game show this August.

Countdown star Rachel Riley has celebrated TV presenter Colin Murray taking over hosting the Channel 4 programme today, months after Anne Robinson quit. Colin is no stranger to the timer though, having already had a stint on Countdown after Anne quit the game show earlier this year. The former Weakest Link host confirmed her exit in May after recording 265 episodes, admitting she’d stayed ‘longer than I signed up for.

Anne Robinson announced she was leaving Countdown a year after becoming host, speculation has been mounting over who will take on the mantle next. With individuals including Sir Trevor McDonald, Moira Stuart and Colin Murray (who was recently announced as a temporary stand-in) named as possible contenders to replace her, Lorraine Kelly reckons Carol Vorderman – who was on the programme for 26 years – would be the perfect candidate. On Monday’s Lorraine, Carol was interviewed in the ITV studio alongside her Celebrity Gogglebox co-star Gyles Brandreth, when the subject of Countdown’s future was raised.

Rachel Riley looked the picture of happiness as she stepped out with her husband Pasha Kovalev on Thursday night.MORE: Rachel Riley raises eyebrows with latest tweet after Anne Robinson's Countdown exitThe couple, who are parents to two young daughters, were among the special guests at the Tusk Ball which took place at Hintze Hall, in the Natural History Museum and was held in honour to raise money for the wildlife and people of Africa.WATCH: Rachel Riley gushes about being a mum-of-twoDressed in the colours of Ukraine's national flag, Rachel happily stopped and posed for photos with her Strictly Come Dancing star husband, who looked suave in an all-black tux.Exclusive: Rachel Riley talks family life with Pasha KovalevREAD: Rachel Riley reflects on heartache of suffering a miscarriage last yearThey were joined by the likes of royal supporters Zara Tindall and her brother Peter Phillips, as well as celebrities such as Deborah Meaden and Jack Savoretti, many of whom are long-term supporters of the charity.Rachel's sighting comes after she made headlines for commenting on her relationship with former Countdown colleague Anne Robinson and for suggesting Strictly is "fixed". Rachel and Pasha at the Tusk Ball on ThursdayEarlier this month, it was announced that Colin Murray would be stepping in as Anne's temporary replacement as Countdown host.

BBC to Channel 4 to become the new host of Countdown, in the aftermath of Anne Robinson's decision to quit. However, a new tweet from the quiz show star made his thoughts clear on the matter.Referencing an article that had been written mentioning him as a potential Countdown newcomer, he clarified his status, while aiming a cheeky dig at Dictionary Corner favourite, Susie Dent, 57."I keep reading I'm the favourite to be the new Countdown host.

Anne Robinson has announced that she is leaving Countdown after just one year as host of the Channel 4 quiz show.

BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Colin Murray carried out a touching act of kindness today during his show.

A Scots schoolboy has a starring role in a touching new Down's syndrome awareness video.