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Fawlty Towers.Confirmation of the new incarnation of the beloved comedy came in February, when Cleese revealed he had written a two-hour play based on three episodes from the series – ‘The Hotel Inspector’, ‘The Germans’ and ‘Communication Problems’.The production will debut at London’s Apollo Theatre on May 15, nearly five decades after the first episode was filmed at the BBC Television Centre in December 1974. Tickets can be found here.And now, Cleese has said that the slurs from the original version of ‘The Germans’, which he co-wrote with Connie Booth, will be taken out of the new adaptation.In one scene of the original, the army veteran Major Gowen uses the N-word when referring to a Caribbean cricketer, and another racial slur to describe an Asian cricketer.At the press conference launching the stage show, Cleese said: “Those scenes where the Major used a couple of words you can’t use now, racial slurs they would come under, we took them out.”“There’s always a problem with comedy that you deal with the literal-minded,” he continued.

Well, she’s still trying. The question is… are even Republicans out there buying this crap??

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel would reportedly be open to a return to the Premier League amid uncertainty over Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United.

George Galloway claims he is in talks with three Labour MPs and a member of the House of Lords whom he hopes to recruit to his party. The Rochdale MP and Workers Party of Britain leader warned a 'significant number' of councillors could also join by next week.

Well, what the hell did you expect in the Donald Trump days? Politicians have learned if they never show any shame, never apologize, and never accept any personal accountability… they’ll be fine.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem admitted to killing her dog in a new memoir. By confessing, she may also have killed her chance at national office.

What in the David Eason nonsense is this?!

Police are investigating a shooting at a chippy in Oldham. But locals living in the 'close-knit' community around it seemed unfazed.

The family of a young man who tragically died after falling from a window while on holiday in Brussels have paid heartfelt tribute to their 'kind hearted' and 'well-loved' son.

Naman Ramachandran Billionaire Mukesh Ambani‘s streamer JioCinema is making a play to become India’s top streaming service by introducing cheap premium tier plans. From April 25, the service’s existing INR999 ($12) annual plan for international premium content is being replaced by a monthly plan of INR29 (35 cents) for a single device or INR89 ($1.05) monthly for a family plan that covers four devices. The new plans are branded JioCinema Premium and will be up to 4K streaming quality.

Now that the days are longer and brighter it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore the beautiful landscapes we have right on our doorstep. We’re spoilt for choice in Greater Manchester with miles upon miles of gorgeous countryside to visit nearby.

The largest facility for a rapidly growing new form of tennis in the north of England has been approved by Trafford council. The green light for the 1.5-acre site will kickstart the expansion of The Padel Club in TraffordCity, the retail, leisure, and commercial destination.

Long-serving presenter Garry Richardson will step down from BBC Radio Four’s Today programme this autumn, the corporation has announced. Garry will present the sports news on the early morning programme for the final time on 9 September 9. It will mark exactly 50 years since the radio presenter's first day as a junior researcher for the BBC back in 1974.

Following the axing of Top Gear, hosts Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris have set their sights on their next TV project.The duo - who hosted Top Gear with Fredie Flintoff - are set to reunite in new BBC series Chris & Paddy: Roadtrip. Paddy, 50, and Chris, 49, will head out on new adventures across Europe in the programme, which will reportedly kick off in spring, according to The Sun.

Cricketing legend Freddie Flintoff has been pictured as he prepares for a TV comeback following his Top Gear horror crash.

Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. One of the biggest sporting leagues in the world is the Indian Premier League (IPL), which features the best cricket players in the world competing in the most high-profile league across the sport. Millions of people tune in each week to watch the IPL matches, and as a new season kicks off, there are a few ways for you to watch IPL cricket as well.

Princess Catherine and Prince William‘s neighbor just SLAMMED all the “absurd” rumors about the royals!

Reality TV star Samantha Chawner has tied the knot with the love of her life in a 'magical' wedding ceremony at Bolton's Albert Hall.

Freddie Flintoff is reportedly getting set for a TV comeback as he films a new project.

Mollie King is cycling 500km in just five days in aid of Red Nose Day 2024. The former singer, 36, had never ridden a bike on the road before - but she hasn't let that put her off the challenge.

Earl Spencer, brother to the late Diana, Princess of Wales, has opened up about his childhood trauma in his latest memoir. He admitted that he was sexually abused by a female staff member at boarding school during his younger years.